Join us for 5 days and discover the incredible islands of Lofoten – world famous for its wild and breathtaking nature. Together with the people, good food, the art and culture you´ll have a fantastic tour to remember. Between late May and mid July you can experience the midnight sun.
The Lofoten Islands are draped across the turbulent waters of the Norwegian Sea, far above the Arctic Circle. During the tour you´ll explore and experience this untrammelled landscape of majestic mountains, deep fjords, squawking seabirds, long, surf-swept beaches and small, interesting fishing villages. If you are seeking unforgettable nature experiences, Lofoten will definitely not let you down.
Fishing has been, and still is, the reason why people have lived here, and the region is known for its many small fishing villages. We´ll stay in a Rorbu – an old fishermen’s cabin – and recommend you try eating skrei, the Arctic cod, and stockfish, dried cod.
The rapidly changing weather and magnificent light conditions have inspired artists and drawn them to this area for several decades, which is evident in the many art galleries and photo exhibitions.
Lofotenteaser from Visitnorway.com
The Lofoten Islands, Norway | Mountains and arctic fjords (visitnorway.com)
Sunday 11.06.23
Train departing from Stockholm C around 18.00, will arrive in Narvik next day around 13.00. More accurate times will come, check/follow here.
Monday 12.06.23, Day of Arrival
-Pick up Narvik trainstation followed by lunch. We´ll be up to 7 persons incl. guide/driver and all transport.
-Pick up EVE Harstad/Evenes airport, SAS flight from OSL departing at 1105 and estimated arrival EVE Harstad/Evenes at 1240. Baguette &coffee/the
-Continue the fantastic Scenic route Lofoten, heading for Å with a lot of detours.
-Possible hike Djevelporten, Svolvær 3 hours.
-Dinner at Brygga Restaurant&Bar in Kabelvåg.
-Walk in Henningsvær “Nordens Venezia”!!! Check video here
-Rorbu check in at Avinor Rorbu neighbour to Lofoten Basecamp close to Leknes.
-We´ll drive to the fabulous beaches of Uttakleiv and Haukland. We cross fingers for lovley weather and we can have a bath, go for a walk and hopefully enjoy the midnight sun. Due to the warm Gulf Stream, Lofoten has a much milder climate than other parts of the world at the same latitude.
-Expect to be back at Base camp around 0200.
Tuesday 13.06.23
-After Brunch, you can choose between following activities:
- Possible Fishingtour, more info to come
- Loftr Vikingmuseum, free transport but tickets to museum from 225 NOK
-Dinner, Barberque
Efter middag, välj mellan
- Hike Offersøykammen around 2-3 hours and 436 m above sea level. It´s a possible walk from the Basecamp.
- Avresa till golfbanan Lofotenlinks!
Det är förbokat 2 starttider för upp till 8 pers mellan kl 1850-19.00 med mål om att få starta senare och spela golf i midnattssol. De senere starttidene blir tilgängliga från 6.juni och hoppas då kunna ändra till senare start.
Wednesday 14.06.23
-After breakfast we drive to Reine and catch the ferry to Vindstad.
-We walk to Bunes beach and hike Helvetestinden (602 m above sea level). Fantastic view!
Bunes Beach is located pretty isolated on the western side of Reinefjorden, and it is one of the most scenic beaches of the Lofoten. With its tuquoise waters and the white sandy beach it is a must-see location when visiting the Lofoten islands.
-We catch the afternoon ferry back from Vindstad to Reine.
-Dinner, back at Rorbu or Restaurant Underhuset
-Option, to hike Offersøykammen around 2-3 hours and 436 m above sea level. It´s a possible walk from the Basecamp and also a perfect spot for the midnight sun
Thursday 15.06.23
-After breakfast we continue our trip to Å.
-First stop Glasshytta på Vikten,
-If weather permits, hike the stairs up to Reinebringen, perfect selfiespot.
-Lunch by Anitas Seafood on Sakrisøy.
– Stop at Å, possibility to visit Norwegian fishing village museum.
-Stop at Blacksmith of Sund
-Stop at fishing village Nusfjord and we have dinner at restaurant Karoline.
-Drive back to Base Camp, time for a nap, will be a possibility later in the evening to further enjoy the midnightsun at Myrland beach.
Friday 16.06.23
-After breakfast we drive a long the beautiful coastline via Valberg and join E10 at Gimsøy sund.
–Scenic route Lofoten back to EVE Harstad/Evenes airport and Narvik trainstation.
-Coffee/Sandwichstop along the road.
SAS flight depart EVE -OSL around 1805 and train from Narvik S – Stockholm C departs around 1500. More accurate traintimes to come, check here.
Check also Norwegian and Flyr.
-Kiss&Goodbye!
Prices: NOK
Includes:
-All transports in minibus from Narvik trainstation or Harstad/Evenes EVE airport all the way to Å in Lofoten and return. We´ll follow the Norwegian scenic route Lofoten with several stops an detours. Total distance around 900 km.
-A happy driver/guide. Svorsk & english.
-4 nights in Ocean view Rorbu (share doubleroom).
-Walk in Henningsvær.
-Transport to Utakleiv, Haukland and Myrland beaches, walk the stairs up to Reinebringen if conditions permit.
-Stops (entrance fees/tickets not included) at Glasshytta Vikten, Norwegian Fishing Village Museum, Smeden(Blacksmith) i Sund, Fishing Village Nusfjord.
Not included:
-Lunch in Narvik.
-Four breakfast, one light lunch and one dinner. Coffee, tea and juice for breakfast. Non alcohol drinks for dinner. We split the cost
-Dinner at Brygga Restaurant&Bar in Kabelvåg.
-Lunch at Anitas Seefood, Sakrisøy.
-Boattrip Reine – Vindstad, hike to Bunes beach, and Helvetestinden if conditions permit. We buy tickets on our own.
-Dinner Restaurant Underhuset, Sakrisøy.
-Dinner at Restaurant Karoline in Nusfjord.
Packinglist:
- Good shoes! Preferable light waterproof hiking shoes.
- Gloves, sunglasses and a seat pad.
- Wind and waterproof clothing is a must, the weather at the coast/mountains change fast!
- Guide will bring first aid kit.
- Check valid travel insurance and bring Passport.
- Norway is outside EU and it´s possible coming from abroad to buy Taxfreegoods upon arrival OSL when showing your boardingpass from the trip. After the Taxfreestore you have to pass Customs. Check alcohol and tobacco quotas here.
- Check as well Paulines packing list for Lofoten.
Questions:
Just send an email to: post@atnorway.no