Experience Overview
The Vikings were some of the toughest people to ever walk this earth, and looking at the land that spawned them, it’s not hard to see why. Carved by the relentless North Atlantic for eons, the Norwegian fjordlands are a challenge that beckons hikers and mountaineers of all ages and abilities. This trip will put you on intimate terms with the great green hills, monstrous peaks, enormous glaciers, and flat-out gorgeous scenery of this isolated chunk of Scandinavia. Lace up your hiking boots and set forth in search of your own personal Valhalla.
Highlights
- Admire stunning views across the Hardangerfjord from the overhanging rock of Trolltunga
- Walk on the blue ice of the Folgefonna Glacier
- Hike through the stunning scenery of the Oddadalen valley
Trip Details
Product Code: 2348
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Local bus, ferry, walking, private minivan
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles: Budget
Tour Operator: G Adventures
Supplier Code: ENBB
Starts: Bergen, Norway
Finishes: Bergen, Norway
Duration: 7 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating: Demanding
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Orientation walk in Bergen
- Hike and climb the Via Ferrata route to Trolltunga
- Guided glacier hike with crampons and ice axes
- Hike in the Buerdalen valley
- Free time to explore Odda
Accommodation
- Hotel (1nt), simple hotel with shared bathrooms (5 nts).
- 6 breakfasts
Transport
- Local bus, ferry, walking, private minivan
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guide for glacier hike
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $3,149 ($450 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Bergen
Arrive at any time. Meet your group for a welcome meeting before heading out for an orientation walk of Bergen.
Day 2: Bergen/Odda
Enjoy breakfast in the beautiful city of Bergen. Transfer by ferry and private vehicle along the Hardangerfjord to Odda, the base in the heart of the fjords. Enjoy an introductory hike.
Day 3: Odda
Known as the Valley of the Waterfalls, Oddadalen is a spectacular wooded ravine adorned with numerous beautiful waterfalls. Stretch your legs on a 10km (6.2 mi) hike along the Buerdalen valley. Today's hike will get your blood pumping with various terrains and technical challenges, helping you prepare for our full day Trolltunga excursion on Day 6.
Day 4: Odda/Folgefonna Glacier/Odda
Join an expert local guide for a hike across the frozen landscape of the Folgefonna Glacier. Strap on crampons, head out on the ice and take in spectacular views of the glacier.
Day 5: Odda
Enjoy free time today to relax in the beauty of the surrounding fjords, or opt to partake in any of the many activities this area has to offer.
Set in the breathtaking location of the Atlantic fjordlands, Odda is an ideal place to take a day off from hiking. For those looking to recharge today, opt to wander the quaint town that lines the coast with its multi-coloured residences or take a rib boat ride on the fjords. For those who are itching to get back out into the wild, take in the views from a bike or kayak, or consider preparing for your Trolltunga Hike by booking the Via Ferrata Sunset/Sunrise Extension for an enchanting night in the Sunrise Dome perched high above Lake Ringedalsvatnet.
Day 6: Odda/Trolltunga/Odda
Gear up for the highlight of the week – a challenging full-day journey up to the most famous rock formation in Norway. Trolltunga (the "Troll's Tongue") grants breathtaking views from 700m (2,296 ft) above the Ringedalsvatnet lake.
Day 7: Odda/Bergen
Leaving Odda behind, take a bus to Bergen. Trip ends on arrival in Bergen.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Lauren E. - Traveled, September 2023
My experience with the guide and ease to get around to see sights that are otherwise difficult without a car was a bonus. Gave me the opportunity to travel with new people I wouldn't have otherwise met.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/29/2023
Nathan W. - Traveled, September 2023
On both of my G Adventures trips if had great experiences, it's nice to travel with a guide you really knows the area and can show you things you may not find on your own at a good price!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/29/2023
Shah A. - Traveled, September 2023
Well organised and itinerary included activities that allowed us to fully experience what the area has to offer.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/29/2023
Madeleine A. - Traveled, September 2023
Everything was great- it's a really good way of travelling without having to wait for friends or worry about others as you make some along the way. You also get expert knowledge and to try things you wouldn't have otherwise - without the stress of planning!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/29/2023
Andreas C. - Traveled, September 2023
The mix in activities and how well everything was organized.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/22/2023
Bradley D. - Traveled, September 2023
Well organised and very helpful CEO
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/22/2023
Georgios P. - Traveled, September 2023
G Adventures trips are awesome!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/22/2023
Tessa C. - Traveled, September 2023
I had a very good experience overall. The CEO was very professional and helpful, and it was a good group.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/22/2023
Rebecca C. - Traveled, September 2023
This was a well planned and organized trip full of activities that were both classic and off the beaten path. Hiking in a group in this kind of terrain and in the shoulder season weather is much more enjoyable than doing it solo!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/22/2023
Jennifer M. - Traveled, September 2023
I had the time of my life on my trip to Norway. I had the utmost faith in our CEO, Vadim, and he took great care of us. It was amazing having every single thing pre-arranged and taken care of on our behalf. It made the trip stress-free, simple, and allowed us to relax.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/22/2023
Jye Ping T. - Traveled, September 2023
Hotel was not great
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
Katelyne B. - Traveled, September 2023
The activities we did were to my expectation
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
Robert S. - Traveled, September 2023
tour provided the itinerary I was looking for. The organization was great, the participants ere wonderful
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
Claire B. - Traveled, September 2023
Well organized
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
Eileen G. - Traveled, September 2023
Good itinerary
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
Salvatore F. - Traveled, September 2023
Everything was well organised and we had all the information for all the activities we carried out
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
Louise B. - Traveled, September 2023
Good communication, clear explanations, positive attitude, inclusivity of everyone in the group (with different abilities), encouragement that we could do it, choice of alternatives, good advice when needed, knowledgeable of challenges and of Norway, flexibility, on the spot competence
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
Stephanie E. - Traveled, August 2023
Great experience - fantastic guide, well organised and good pre-tour information
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/01/2023
Madeleine D. - Traveled, August 2023
great trip. well organized and well paced
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/01/2023
Marissa M. - Traveled, August 2023
Amazing trip and unforgettable experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/01/2023
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