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Hiking Norway's Lofoten Islands
Lace up your hiking boots and discover Lofoten’s villages, trails and beaches
Journey through the Lofoten Islands on this seven-day adventure, starting and ending in Svolvaer. Hike trails like Floya, Djevelporten and Reinebringen, climb Sherpa-built stone steps, and take in the sweeping views of surrounding mountains and fjords. Visit the small coastal village of Reine, pass Djevelporten (The Devil’s Gate) and see colourful houses and historic landmarks as you hike the Bunesstranda trail. Learn how cheese is made at Lofoten Gardsysteri, a free-range goat cheese farm, travel between islands by ferry and local bus and enjoy free time in the evenings to relax or continue exploring the region at your own pace.
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Start: Svolvær, Norway
End: Svolvær, Norway
- Duration
- 7 days
- Group size
- 1 to 12
- Minimum age
- 15 years old
- Style
- Original
- Theme
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- Walking & trekking
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CAD $4,460
CAD $3,568
Why you'll love this trip
- Discover the beauty and remote landscapes of the Lofoten Islands – from fjords and Arctic wilderness to turquoise waters and beaches.
- Hike iconic trails like Reinebringen, Floya and Djevelporten. Climb Sherpa-built stone steps, walk along hilly ridges and take in the panoramic views of Lofoten from above.
- Explore the coastal villages of Svolvaer and Reine. Wander past colourful houses, historic landmarks and local markets, and soak up the authentic atmosphere and culture of small Lofoten towns.
- Visit Lofoten Gardsysteri – a free-range goat cheese farm. Learn how cheese is made from fresh local milk and sample some of the locally made cheese.
- Spend three nights in Rorbuer cabins – these bright red, traditional Norwegian fishermen’s cabins have been repurposed into cosy accommodation that blends historical charm with modern comforts.
Itinerary
Hei! Welcome to Norway. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting tonight at 6 pm in Svolvaer. If you arrive early, maybe explore the area’s wartime history at the Lofoten War Memorial Museum, join a brewery tour to sample local flavours or see Lofoten from the water on a kayaking adventure. After the meeting, maybe get to know your fellow travellers over dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Special information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.
Lace up your hiking boots and set off on your first hike to Floya and Djevelporten. Climb the Sherpa staircase known as Djeveltrappa (The Devil’s Staircase), pass by Djevelporten (The Devil’s Gate) and see the iconic Svolvaergeita (Svolvaer Goat). At the top, take in the sweeping views of eastern Lofoten from Floya peak. After your hike, you'll have some free time to find a local restaurant for dinner, before taking an early evening ferry to Stamsund.
Accommodation
- Rorbuer Cabins (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
Included activities
- Svolvaer - Fløya guided hike
- Svolvaer - Djevelporten guided hike
- Hurtigruten ferry: Svolvaer to Stamsund
Special information
Your hiking distance will be approximately 8 km or 2 hours with an elevation gain of 600 m. The hike is challenging with rocks and stairs towards the Devil’s Gate.
Your travel time on the ferry will be approximately 2 hours. You'll arrive at your accommodation in Stamsund after 10:30 pm.
Today you’ll hike Steinetinden and Stamsundheia loop. The trail will take you from peak to peak along a hilly ridge. As you walk, take in the panoramic views over the Vestforg and nearby Vestvagoya Island. After your hike tonight, maybe find a local restaurant for dinner – your local leader will have the best recommendations!
Accommodation
- Rorbuer Cabins (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
Included activities
- Stamsund - Steinetinden guided hike
- Stamsund - Stamsundheia guided hike
Special information
Your hiking distance today will be approximately 7.9 km with an elevation gain of 650 m. The hike is challenging with a rocky surface most of the way.
This morning, take the bus to Reine, a small fishing village on Moskenesoya Island, where you’ll set off on the Reinebringen trail. Walk along the path, built with stone steps by Sherpas from Nepal, to the summit. From the top, take in the panoramic views of Reine, Sakrisoy, Hamnoy and the sparkling waters of Reinefjord and Kjerkfjord. After today’s hike, the evening is free for you to explore Reine at your own pace.
Accommodation
- Rorbuer Cabins (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
Included activities
- Reine - Reinebringen guided hike
Special information
Your hiking distance today will be approximately 11.6 km with an elevation gain of 521 m. The hike is challenging.
After breakfast, take the ferry to Vindstad. On today’s hike, you’ll explore one of the most beautiful beaches in Norway – Bunesstranda. As you walk, take in views of the fine white sand beach and turquoise waters framed by the Arctic wilderness, and pass through the coastal village of Vinstad with its old houses and beach huts. Later, you’ll return to Reine by ferry.
Accommodation
- Rorbuer Cabins (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
Included activities
- Reine - Vinstad ferry ride
- Reine - Bunes Beach hike
Special information
Your hiking distance today will be approximately 13.6 km with an elevation of 232 m. The hike is classified as moderate.
This morning, travel back to Svolvaer, stopping along the way at Lofoten Gardsysteri. This free-range goat cheese farm is run organically and biodynamically to make the best use of local resources and achieve the most authentic local flavours. Set off on a tasting tour where you’ll learn how cheese is made from fresh milk and see the dairy goats. Then, continue to Svolvaer, where the rest of the day is free to explore at your own pace. Tonight, maybe head out for dinner with your group and share your favourite memories of the trip.
Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Meals
- Breakfast
Included activities
- Free range goat Cheese farm visit - tasting and guided tour
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 2 hours.
As there are no further activities planned today, your trip comes to an end after breakfast. If you’re not ready to say goodbye to Lofoten, why not stay a few extra days – just speak with your booking agent ahead of time.
Meals
- Breakfast
Inclusions and activities
Destinations
NorwayMeals
6 breakfasts
Transport
Public bus, Ferry, On Foot
Accommodation
Hotel (2 nights), Rorbuer Cabins (4 nights)
Included activities
- Svolvaer - Fløya guided hike
- Svolvaer - Djevelporten guided hike
- Hurtigruten ferry: Svolvaer to Stamsund
- Stamsund - Steinetinden guided hike
- Stamsund - Stamsundheia guided hike
- Reine - Reinebringen guided hike
- Reine - Vinstad ferry ride
- Reine - Bunes Beach hike
- Free range goat Cheese farm visit - tasting and guided tour
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Before you book you should know
- This is a hiking trip. It’s recommended for those with a good level of fitness. Please bring comfortable footwear suitable for hiking. See the ‘Packing’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.
- Weather in this region can change quickly, so your local leader may need to adjust the day's itinerary along the way.
- On this trip, you’ll stay in Rorbuer cabins. Each cabin sleeps up to four people and is fully equipped with a private bathroom, kitchen, living room and bedrooms.
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trips and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. On days 2–5, we will stay in Rorbuer cabins. These traditional Norwegian fishermen’s cabins blend historical charm with modern comforts. Each cabin sleeps between 4 and 6 guests and is fully equipped with a private bathroom, kitchen, living room, and bedroom. The single supplement in Rorbuer applies to one room in the shared two rooms cabin complex, where facilities, such as kitchen and bathroom, are shared.
Visa information is provided by Sherpa, a third-party. The "Add connection" feature shows transit visa requirements only and does not include full entry visa needs. Please note, additional service fees apply if you choose to purchase a visa through Sherpa.
Travel and visa requirements
Hotel (2 nights), Rorbuer Cabins (4 nights)
The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation.
Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available.
Rorbuer are traditional Norwegian fishermen's cabins, originally built to provide shelter for fishermen who came to the northern coast to fish, particularly during the winter cod season. Today, these red-painted, seaside cabins have been restored and refurbished into popular accommodations for tourists, blending historical charm with modern comforts. They are a prominent feature of the Lofoten Islands and offer a unique way to experience Norway's coastal heritage.
All cabins sleep between 4 and 6 guests, are fully equipped with a private bathroom, kitchen, living room, and bedroom.
On this trip, we use a range of small, locally run hotels that reflect the character of the destinations we visit. In Northern Europe, air conditioning isn’t always common as buildings are designed to retain heat during long, colder seasons and summer temperatures are typically mild. As a result, some properties may not have Air conditioning, and rooms can feel warm during hotter periods. While windows can sometimes be opened, this may bring in street or city noise. Room sizes may also be more compact than you might be used to. If you’re travelling in summer, we recommend keeping this in mind to help you prepare for a comfortable stay.
Marina Hotel Lofoten
Repslagergata 30,
Svolvær
NORWAY
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