TWO ICELANDIC HERITAGE BUS TOURS
Hosted by the New Iceland Heritage Museum and the Icelandic Canadian Frón
Explore the history, stories and landmarks of Manitoba’s Icelandic community!
This fall, join us for two unique guided bus tours, each offering a different opportunity to discover Icelandic history and heritage in Manitoba.
Choose one tour — or join us for both!
TOUR ONE: DISCOVER NEW ICELAND
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Explore the historic sites of New Iceland with guide Joel Fridfinnson.
Travel through the heart of New Iceland and discover the people, places and stories that shaped this remarkable Icelandic-Canadian settlement.
Winnipeg Pick-Up
Scandinavian Cultural Centre
764 Erin Street
8:30 a.m. departure
Please arrive by 8:10 a.m. to check in.
Gimli Pick-Up
Lakeview Hotel
10 Centre Street, Gimli
10:00 a.m. departure
Please arrive by 9:40 a.m. to check in.
Tour runs approximately 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
$75 per person
Includes lunch • No tax
For more information contact:
Ph. 204-642-4001
giftshop@nihm.ca
Come explore the history of New Iceland and experience the communities and landscapes that remain an important part of Manitoba’s Icelandic heritage.
TOUR TWO: EXPLORE WINNIPEG’S ICELANDIC WEST END
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Join guide Stefan Jonasson for a fascinating tour of Winnipeg’s historic Icelandic West End and other important Icelandic landmarks.
Discover the stories behind the places where Winnipeg’s Icelandic community gathered, worshipped, worked and built a life.
Gimli Pick-Up
Lakeview Hotel
10 Centre Street, Gimli
8:30 a.m. departure
Please arrive by 8:10 a.m. to check in.
Winnipeg Pick-Up
Scandinavian Cultural Centre
764 Erin Street, Winnipeg
10:00 a.m. departure
Please arrive by 9:40 a.m. to check in.
Tour runs approximately 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Tour Highlights
- First Lutheran Church
- Former Good Templars Hall
- Upper Fort Garry gates
- Scandinavian Cultural Centre
- Other fascinating Icelandic landmarks throughout Winnipeg
$75 per person
Includes coach transportation, lunch and coffee time • No tax
Both tours run rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
TWO TOURS. TWO DIFFERENT STORIES. ONE GREAT WAY TO EXPERIENCE OUR HERITAGE.
September 26 — New Iceland with Joel Fridfinnson – REGISTER HERE
October 3 — Winnipeg’s Icelandic West End with Stefan Jonasson – REGISTER HERE
Whether you have Icelandic roots, a connection to New Iceland, or simply love history and exploring Manitoba, these tours are a wonderful way to discover the stories that helped shape our community.
Reserve your seat today — space on the buses is limited!
Icelandic Canadian Frón 