Norway's Lofoten Islands Hiking Tour

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Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

From $6,199 - $6,599 /person

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6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 3-5

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual & Deluxe Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Norway's Lofoten Islands Hiking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 3-5

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Casual & Deluxe Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Jun-Sep

From $6,199 - $6,599 /person

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Dramatic Peaks & Remote Fjords above the Arctic Circle

Escape to an island paradise unlike any other. Follow trails past jagged peaks reflected in mesmerizingly blue fjords. Gaze upon white-sand beaches that dazzle under a midnight sun. Dream about hiking here for years to come. Captivating historic villages, charming hotels and breathtaking natural beauty await in Norway's incomparable Lofoten Islands. Above the Arctic Circle, paradise is calling. 

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Highlights

  • Hike in Norway's Lofoten islands, a remote region rich in seafaring history, welcoming locals and incredibly fresh seafood 
  • Relax in historic rorbuer, cozy waterfront cabins with modern amenities, nestled in the sheltered bays of traditional villages 
  • Trek epic routes to secluded Kvalvika Beach and Nesland Village for breathtaking views and spectacular photos 
  • Sail across sapphire waters with the chance to spot sea eagles or kayak under the midnight sun 
Norway Lofoten Islands Hiking Tour map

Norway

Start Svolvaer

End Bodø

Airports & Travel details*

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Itinerary

Day 1

Description

Get to know the Lofoten Islands, a spectacular region to explore on foot • Climb amid craggy mountains that plunge into emerald waters • Ride the waves of Vestfjorden in search of sea eagles while taking in jaw-dropping coastline views • Savor impossibly fresh, locally caught seafood. 

Accommodations

Night 1

Thon Hotel Svolvær
Svolvær
Casual Hotel

This shiny new member of the Thon hotel chain offers colorful modern interiors and spectacular waterfront views.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 2-3

Description

Make your way to the western side of the islands to trek along the rock-strewn slopes of verdant foothills with a dramatic backdrop of sawtooth peaks—likely still veined with snow—in the distance • Explore Nusfjord, one of the best-preserved fishing villages in Norway • Behold the white sand and turquoise water of Haukland Beach, selected as the world's most beautiful beach by Lonely Planet • Trace the steps of fishermen in times gone by and follow the winding path along the coast to sleepy Nesland Village, a hidden gem surrounded by secret coves and expansive views of the archipelago • Kick back at our cozy quayside rorbuer cabins beneath the ethereal glow of the midnight sun.

Accommodations

Nights 2-3

Nusfjord Arctic Resort
Nusfjord​
*Premiere Hotel

Nestled in the Lofoten's best preserved fishing village, these rorbuer blend historic charm with modern comforts. 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 4-6

Description

Hike through a classic Lofoten landscape of shimmering waterways, plunging slopes and towering cliffs to Kvalvika beach • In stunning Reine, red and white cabins dot the shore and granite peaks rise dramatically from the fjord • Sample local dishes like smoked Lofoten cod and lamb • Climb to Monkebu Hut, surrounded by beautiful alpine lakes that sit below walls of granite • Celebrate our Lofoten adventure with a farewell toast—skål! • In Å, amble over to the village's stone-oven bakery, famed for delectable kanelboller (cinnamon buns) • Visit a historic cod liver oil factory • Cruise across the sprawling Vestfjorden to Bodø.

Accommodations
Reine Rorbuer

(2 nights)

Nights 4-5

Reine Rorbuer
Reine
*Deluxe Hotel

Soak in breathtaking views of sparkling fjords and jagged cliffs from these recently restored rorbuer

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Hotels

Adventure-Ready Hotels

Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Night 1

Thon Hotel Svolvær
Svolvær

Casual Hotel

This shiny new member of the Thon hotel chain offers colorful modern interiors and spectacular waterfront views.

Nights 2-3

Nusfjord Arctic Resort
Nusfjord​

*Premiere Hotel

Nestled in the Lofoten's best preserved fishing village, these rorbuer blend historic charm with modern comforts. 

Nights 4-5

Reine Rorbuer
Reine

*Deluxe Hotel

Soak in breathtaking views of sparkling fjords and jagged cliffs from these recently restored rorbuer

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