Overview

Welcome to some of the world’s most untouched wilderness! Meet your Trek Travel guides on the first morning of your Norway bike tour in Sogndal, before departing on a one-hour shuttle taking you north along the longest navigable fjord to the outpost town of Skjolden. Our destination? The world-class Skjolden Hotel, where the views take center stage. Relax, unwind, and make yourself comfortable. We’ll then gather for a scenic lunch followed by introductions to the group and your Trek bike for the week. You'll roll out on a relaxed, mostly flat ride through farmlands, and along Eidsvatnet Lake with stunning cliff views. These sweeping views will give you just a taste of what’s to come. Tonight, we’ll get together for a social hour and a delicious farm-to-table dinner at the Skjolden Hotel, giving a toast to the adventures ahead.

Overview

Our first full day of cycling will take us on a spirited course along the east side of the gorgeous Lustrafjord. We’ll pedal following the shoreline on the so called “Romantic Road” and for good reason: fantastic fjord scenery, including majestic landscapes, quaint farms, and grazing wildlife provide picture-perfect views that will make you fall in love with Norway. Your destination today is the romantic village of Urnes, home to the oldest Norwegian Stave church, situated on a promontory. We will take the opportunity of visiting this outstanding example of traditional Scandinavian wooden architecture, built around 1130 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After the visit, your guides will provide you with a packed lunch that highlights local products before you saddle up and retrace your steps back to the hotel. Those wanting a shorter option can take the shuttle back to the hotel. In the afternoon, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy the water, perhaps with a refreshing dip in the crystal clear fjord or with a SUP or kayak ride. Tonight we’ll all rest our legs as we enjoy a fantastic group meal at our historic hotel.

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A memorable day of cycling awaits you today on our Norway bike tour, with a deep dive into the finest and most iconic alpine landscape in Norway, starting with the legendary Sognefjellet mountain pass. It’s the highest in northern Europe, reaching an elevation of 4,700 feet (1,430 m) above sea level and has been rated by UK-based newspaper, The Guardian, as one of the world’s top 10 cycling routes. A quick shuttle carries riders over a 10-mile (16 km) climb with nearly a 10% grade, of which the avid cyclists can choose to ride instead. From here you’ll enjoy a gradual climb surrounded by towering peaks and foreboding glaciers. Don’t be surprised if all future rides pale in comparison. At the summit, we'll make a leisurely stop at Sognefjellet Hotel for coffee so you can take in the vistas before you enjoy a sweeping descent, returning you back to the hotel. Those wanting a shorter option can take the shuttle back, instead. Tonight, dinner is on us but you can enjoy it at your leisure at the hotel's restaurant, featuring casual, local fare. Remember to pack your bags as tomorrow we'll say goodbye to Skjolden as we look forward to another beautiful locale.

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After a bountiful breakfast, get ready for a fantastic adventure aboard a private RIB boat charter, cruising on the Lustrafjord with wind in your hair and music on board. Our local guide will share some great highlights along the way and we will learn interesting stories from WWII. We will make a stop at the most impressive waterfalls of Norway, set in an idyllic setting. With a 715 foot (218 m) free fall, Feigefossen is one of the highest single-drop waterfalls on the peninsula. Be sure to pack your hiking shoes because you will have the option to enjoy a short hike up to a spectacular viewpoint. After this delightful experience, our boat ride continues until we dock in Solvorn, a picturesque village located on the western shore of the Lustrafjord. Take a stroll around this quaint locale, then sit down for a fantastic lunch at the family-run, historical Walaker Hotel. After lunch it's time to saddle up and continue today's adventure riding your bike to the stunning shores of Hafslo Lake before heading to the charming town of Marifjøra. From here you'll continue to Beste Bakken, your new home for the next two nights, set in a magnificent location overlooking the fjord. Tonight, explore Marifjøra on your own for dinner. Your guides will provide you with a list of their favorite spots in town.

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Today you’ll discover the majestic view of the Norwegian fjords with a ride to the Jostedal glacier, where you'll witness the famous Nigardsbreen glacier arm. You'll have the option to board a small boat for a quick five-minute cruise on the lake and then hike to get closer to the glacier (approximately 30-40 minutes by foot). Make sure to pack your camera as the Jostedal glacier is continental Europe's largest glacier with enough water to fill 300 million bathtubs! Afterward, we'll all head back to the visitor center for a casual cafe lunch with impressive views. It is likely that nobody back home has ever heard of nor visited this tiny corner of Scandinavia, so make sure you document every fascinating moment. Avid riders can ride back to the hotel while others can shuttle all or part of the way back. Tonight, we’ll gather together as a group over dinner and drinks at the hotel to toast our accomplishments, new-found friendships and incredible adventures!

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It's time to say goodbye to the glory of the Norwegian wilds. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast or choose to take an early morning spin to the Bergaskreda tunnel and along the breathtaking Hafslo lake one more time before packing your bags for the trip back to Sogndal. It's been a special journey, and we know you'll want to come back!