Short (up to 8 days)
Icebreaker for two
Finland · Lapland
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winter • package trip
On the backs of giants
Jotunheimen, home of the giants. For a whole week you explore it on skis, on snowshoes and by dog sled, and warm up in your own sauna above the frozen lake.
Trip overview
Destination
Norway
Duration
7 days
Period
14 February - 3 May
Transport
Fully arranged
Price
From € 1,797 pp
Highlights
The trip at a glance
Jotunheimen literally means “home of the giants”, and that’s no exaggeration. This is where you’ll find the highest mountains in Northern Europe, with more than 250 peaks above 1,900 metres. According to Norse mythology, giants once lived here, and when you stand among the snow-covered giants, you start to believe it.
In summer, thousands of people hike the famous Besseggen ridge, high above the green water of Lake Gjende. In winter it’s a different world. The lake lies still under a thick layer of ice, the trails disappear under the snow and the crowds make way for peace and quiet. All you hear is the crunch of your snowshoes and, if you’re lucky, the barking of sled dogs in the distance.
Suitable for
“Jotunheimen is one of the most magical national parks, and one I love coming back to. It’s not an obvious choice for winter, but that’s exactly why it’s so great.”
Michelle ● Lost in Norvana
The itinerary
Day 1
Travelling to Norway
After the flight from Amsterdam to Oslo, you take the train from the airport into the interior. In Otta you’re picked up by a driver who takes you to Jotunheimen and drops you off at your accommodation.
You spend the rest of the day in peace and quiet and end it with a 3-course dinner.
Accommodation
Day 2 to 5
On the backs of giants
Your week of adventure in the snow starts with breakfast, followed by a snowshoe hike through the beautiful landscape. You’ll also get a packed lunch to take along, and in the evening you’ll enjoy another 3-course dinner.
Over the following days you’ll enjoy a dog-sledding tour across the stunning frozen lake, backcountry skiing, the sauna/hot tub with a view, a 3-course dinner every evening and unlimited equipment hire for skiing, fishing, sledging and more.
Accommodation
Day 6
Otta -> Oslo
On day 6 the driver takes you back to the railway station and you begin your journey home. Your last stop is the capital: Oslo. You spend one night here, to end the trip in style.
Day 7
Journey home
On day 7 you travel back to Amsterdam from Oslo. Your train ticket from the city centre to the airport is included.
Optional extras
Dog-sledding tour
Instead of half a day, you can also spend a whole day out with the dog sled.
What's included?
Included
Not included
This package trip is offered subject to availability. Prices may have changed in the meantime, or parts of the trip may be fully booked, so the price of the trip can vary. If anything in the trip changes, we will always discuss it with you first.
Frequently asked questions
Anything else you’d like to know about this trip? Just ask me. I’m happy to help.
When is the best time to take this trip?
This trip can only be booked between 14 February and 3 May.
Do I travel in my own car?
No, all transport is included. So you don’t need to worry about driving in winter conditions.
How demanding are the excursions?
The excursions can be tailored to your fitness, but for the average traveller all the adventures are perfectly manageable.
Is this trip suitable for children?
No, not really.
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