Norway: Hike, Bike & Kayak Tour by Intrepid Travel

7 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

12 peopleMaximum group size

15 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Bergen, Norway

Ends

Bergen, Norway

Highlights

Ride the scenic Flam railway to Myrdal, then hop on a bike to cycle downhill back to Flam past small farms, waterfalls and glacial streams.

Spend a full day kayaking on the glassy waters of Naeroyfjord, surrounded by mountains, taking time to explore hidden coves and looking out for wildlife like seals and porpoises.

Stay in cosy cabins like the locals do, immersing yourself in the landscape.

Discover the turquoise postcard-perfect Lake Lovatnet on a bike, winding your way along its shores on the many trails with views of the lake and surrounding Jostedalsbreen National Park.

Hike to Briksdal glacier for an unforgettable journey through pristine wilderness where you'll stand face-to-face with a living piece of the Ice Age in the heart of Jostedalsbreen National Park.

Itinerary

Embrace the spirit of ‘friluftsliv’ (Norway’s beloved outdoor lifestyle) on this immersive week-long adventure hiking, biking and kayaking through fjord country. Take the world-famous Flam railway, then cycle beside glacial streams, goat farms and waterfalls. Spend a day paddling the glassy waters of Naeroyfjord in the UNESCO World Heritage park, exploring corners that only tiny boats can access. Then, hike in the mountains from small villages to viewpoints high above the fjords for some time away from the crowds. Starting and ending in Bergen, where world-class restaurants and a walkable historic wharf awaits, you’ll experience Norway just as the locals do – spending nights in cosy cabins and indulging in locally sourced food from the fjords and surrounding farms.

day 1 - Bergen

Hallo! Welcome to Norway. Surrounded by mountains and fjords, Bergen is Norway’s second-largest city, known for its colourful wooden houses, historic harbour and vibrant food scene. Your adventure will begin with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you arrive early, maybe visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bryggen and wander through the reconstructed medieval homes and warehouses. Or visit the beautifully preserved wooden Hanseatic Museum (a former trade building) and explore the old Hanseatic port area – the Hanseatic merchant confederation dominated Baltic maritime trade for 400 years from the 15th century. There are some great seafood restaurants in town, so maybe venture out with the group for a bite to eat this evening.

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

day 2 - Loen

This morning, travel by private vehicle to the village of Loen, tucked at the eastern end of Nordfjord – one of Norway’s most picturesque fjords. When you arrive, ride the Loen Skylift – one of the steepest cable cars in the world, soaring from the fjord’s edge to Mount Hoven at 1011 m. From the summit, take in the views of glaciers, peaks and the glassy Nordfjord below. Then set out on a guided hike along well-marked trails, offering views over the fjords, mountains and several tiny villages.

included:Loen - Loen Skylift, Loen - Guided hiking