Norway

Multi-Activity Adventure

7 nights from £2400 • €2765 • $3235

Activities

Six days of guided multi-activity adventure

Accommodation

Mountain lodge

Level

Beginner

Food

Three-course dinners

Difficulty

Group Size

Moderate

Bus Transfer

8 new friends

Dates

Tyinkrysset, Norway

  • Hiking

    Trek along mountain ridgelines and past waterfall viewpoints

  • Sea Kayaking

    Paddle out and see how the "King of the Fjords" lives up to the title

  • eBiking

    Cycle historic paths as your eBike handles the hills

  • Glacier Hiking

    Crampons on, harness clipped, ancient ice underfoot

  • Sauna

    Panoramic views, real heat, and absolutely nowhere else you need to be

  • Regional dishes, local ingredients

    Dinner sourced from neighbouring producers. Fresh and delicious.

Based on the doorstep of Jotunheimen National Park, this trip takes in Norway at its most dramatic, where fjords, glaciers and mountain peaks collide. Trails lead straight from the hotel door, the sauna is waiting when you get back, and the tourist crowds are nowhere to be seen. Over seven days, you'll hike ridgelines and climb to the top of one of Northern Europe's highest waterfalls, eBike from altitude down to fjord level, walk out onto a real glacier, and paddle through Sognefjord with mountains rising on all sides. Full days, big landscapes.

Everything is taken care of: expert local guides, quality kit, three-course dinners, and a comfy mountain hotel to relax in each night. No experience is needed for any of the activities; all you need to do is show up and bring your appetite for adventure.

Location

Tyin Filefjell sits at 1,000m above sea level, where Norway's wildest fjords and most dramatic peaks collide, right on the doorstep of Jotunheimen National Park. In summer, this place comes into its own. Trails lead straight from the hotel door across open mountain terrain, up to ridgelines, summit peaks and thundering waterfalls.

Head a little further afield and you’ll find glaciers open for hiking, as well as opportunities for watersports in Sognefjord, Norway’s deepest and longest fjord. From accessible lakeside loops to serious summit days above 2,000m, the routes here are made for outdoor adventure, and all of it well away from the tourist crowds.

Hiking

Over two and a half days you’ll trek through the dramatic Norwegian highlands, taking in hikes across the sweeping ridgeline of Filefjell and to Vettisfossen, one of Northern Europe's highest free-falling waterfalls. Hike along mountain paths with peaks towering on either side, through national parks and up to incredible view points. Distances range from 9-13.5km - manageable, but fitness and good footwear are essential.

Included:

  • Two and a half days of hiking

  • Up to 800m elevation gain

  • Expert local guide throughout the week

eBiking

Discover the hype with a day eBiking through the Norwegian countryside. The high quality eBikes make exploring easier, as you cycle down country roads and along wilderness paths with views of Sognefjord’s mountains as your backdrop.

Although you do still need to peddle, change gear and negotiate different terrains, eBikes help add a bit of extra power when you need it most. It makes it a brilliant way of navigating longer routes so you can really explore, whilst not taking everything out of your legs.

Included: 

  • Expert guides

  • High spec eBikes


Glacier Hike

Strap on crampons and a harness, rope up as a team, and let your guide take you out onto Falkbreen - a real, moving body of ice deep in Jotunheimen National Park. As you navigate the glacier, your guide will walk you through how to move safely on ice and the forces that shape it. 

Included:

  • All equipment

  • Glacier hiking briefing 

Sea Kayaking

Near the end of the week we swap land for water and head to Norway's longest and deepest fjord, Sognefjord.  Dubbed “King of the Fjords”, paddle in double kayaks between towering mountains, surrounded by the kind of landscape that makes Norway legendary. No kayaking experience needed, our guides will teach you the moves. For those who want, there’s also an option to embrace your inner polar bear and take a dip in the ice-cold water.

Included:

  • Expert kayaking guide

  • All kayaking equipment

  • Optional fjord swimming

Sauna

After a long day in the mountains, head to the riverside sauna. Perched beside the Begna river with Mt. Skørsnøse dominating the view, this is where tired legs recover and minds switch off as you feel your muscles unknot. 

Included:

  • Three sauna sessions

  • Mountain views


 

Activities

  • Hiking

    Over two and a half days you’ll trek through the dramatic Norwegian highlands, taking in hikes across the sweeping ridgeline of Filefjell and to Vettisfossen, one of Northern Europe's highest free-falling waterfalls. Hike along mountain paths with peaks towering on either side, through national parks and up to incredible view points. Distances range from 9-13.5km - manageable, but fitness and good footwear are essential.

    Included:

    - Two and a half days of hiking

    - Up to 800m elevation gain

    - Expert local guide throughout the week

  • eBiking

    Discover the hype with a day eBiking through the Norwegian countryside. The high quality eBikes make exploring easier, as you cycle down country roads and along wilderness paths with views of Sognefjord’s mountains as your backdrop.

    Although you do still need to peddle, change gear and negotiate different terrains, eBikes help add a bit of extra power when you need it most. It makes it a brilliant way of navigating longer routes so you can really explore, whilst not taking everything out of your legs.

    Included: 

    - Expert guides

    - High spec eBikes

  • Glacier Hike

    Strap on crampons and a harness, rope up as a team, and let your guide take you out onto Falkbreen - a real, moving body of ice deep in Jotunheimen National Park. As you navigate the glacier, your guide will walk you through how to move safely on ice and the forces that shape it. 

    Included:

    - All equipment

    - Glacier hiking briefing 

  • Sea Kayaking

    Near the end of the week we swap land for water and head to Norway's longest and deepest fjord, Sognefjord.  Dubbed “King of the Fjords”, paddle in double kayaks between towering mountains, surrounded by the kind of landscape that makes Norway legendary. No kayaking experience needed, our guides will teach you the moves. For those who want, there’s also an option to embrace your inner polar bear and take a dip in the ice-cold water.

    Included:

    - Expert kayaking guide

    - All kayaking equipment

    - Optional fjord swimming

  • Sauna

    After a long day in the mountains, head to the riverside sauna. Perched beside the Begna river with Mt. Skørsnøse dominating the view, this is where tired legs recover and minds switch off as you feel your muscles unknot. 

    Included:

    - Three sauna sessions

    - Mountain views

Fitness and Experience Level

  • This trip is rated moderate.

    You'll be active every day, trying a completely different activity. You don't need to be an elite athlete, but with consecutive days of activity, you do need solid base fitness and the willingness to keep going when your legs are telling you otherwise. Come prepared, and you'll have an amazing trip. Show up underprepared, and you'll wish you'd done a few more weekends in the hills first.

  • Duration: 7 nights, 8 days, with six days of activity sandwiched between.

    Distance: Active days cover various distances depending on the activity. The two main hikes are 9km and 13.5km, whilst the eBike day covers around 45km, and the kayak session is a half-day paddle on Sognefjord. The amount of time spent on the glacier will vary, depending on the conditions.

    Terrain: Varied. Expect open mountain ridgelines, rocky ascents, glacier ice and valley trails. Some paths are well-marked; others are rugged underfoot. Good grip on your boots is non-negotiable.

    Heights: Your base at Filefjellstuene sits at 1,000m above sea level. The Filefjell Ridge hike takes you to around 1,450m across three peaks and the Vettisfossen hike involves 800m of elevation gain. The glacier sits deep in Jotunheimen National Park, and your guide will brief you on everything before you step onto the ice.

    Consecutive Days: Most days involve several hours of activity, for six days straight. There's a sauna waiting for you on three evenings, but be prepared to be active and outside for long hours most days. 

    Accommodation: You'll be based for the entire week at a well-equipped mountain hotel with comfortable en-suite rooms, a restaurant serving three-course dinners each evening, and a riverside sauna. No moving between hotels, no repacking every other day. One great base, all week.

    Weather: Norway in summer is spectacular, showcasing long daylight hours, dramatic skies and lush green landscapes. It is also Norway though, so pack for all eventualities. Layers, waterproofs and decent boots are essential regardless of the forecast. Your guides will always make the call on what's safe and what's sensible.

  • If you've got a good base fitness, are up for trying new activities, and excited about exploring this pocket of Norway from every angle - yes. If you're coming straight off the sofa with zero training - not this year. 

  • Stay in newly renovated rooms with private bathrooms, proper beds, and views straight onto the mountains. After days spent out in the mountains, you'll be glad of the comfort. Both single and twin rooms are available.

  • Enjoy three-course dinners showcase local Norwegian ingredients - think reindeer, warming soups, and dishes designed to refuel tired legs. Breakfasts set you up for mountain days, and packed lunches keep you going on the trails.

    We accommodate most dietary requirements with advance notice. However, tell us early as sourcing specialty ingredients in the mountains takes planning.

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Evening: The hotel car meets you at Tyinkrysset bus station to take you to your base for the week. Check in, unpack and get to know the group over your first dinner.

  • Day 2

    Morning: Breakfast, pack your own lunch, meet your guide. Then head to the start point for your hike.

    Afternoon: Hike across the Filefjell Ridge, a route at around 1,450m that runs over three peaks, with Jotunheimen and Hurrungane towering on one side and Lake Otrøvatnet below on the other. 

    Evening: Hotel sauna session - sore legs, sorted. Three-course dinner to finish.

    9km / 4 hrs / 550 m+

  • Day 3

    Morning: Breakfast, then jump on eBikes. From the hotel cycle along the lake edge, before joining the old Tunnel Road, packed with mountain views and history.

    Afternoon: Cycle the descent into Årdal. It’s a real highlight as you roll from 1,000m down to 2m above sea level. Grab a coffee or a swim in the outdoor pool before you and the bikes go back on the bus.

    Evening: Three-course dinner, rest up any achy legs.

    45 km/ 4-5 hrs / 200m+

  • Day 4

    Morning: A short transfer to the edge of the Jotunheimen National Park, then hike to the start point. Kit up, get your glacier briefing, then head out onto the ice. Elevation will vary depending on glacier conditions

    Afternoon: Finish the hike, then make an essential stop for waffles at a mountain hut on the way back.

    Evening: Three-course dinner, evening chill out.

    5-6km / 250-450m+

  • Day 5

    Morning: Breakfast, pack lunch, then hike straight from the hotel to explore the mountainside just outside the front door.

    Afternoon: Head back to the hotel for lunch, a sauna session and a chance to discover the local area in your own time.

    Evening: Dinner, catch up and prepare for tomorrow’s kayaking adventure. 

  • Day 6

    Morning: Bus to Lærdal, where your guide for the day will meet you at the water’s edge. Sognefjord, Norway's deepest and longest fjord, is today's playground as you get in double kayaks and start paddling. 

    Afternoon: A half-day paddle, then time to explore Lærdalsøyri's old town and grab something from one of the bakeries before the bus back.

    Evening: Last sauna session. Three-course dinner.

  • Day 7

    Morning: Breakfast, then hike into Utladalen Valley, with a stop at a farm café to fuel up before the climb.

    Afternoon: Hike to the of Vettisfossen - one of Northern Europe's highest free-falling waterfalls. There's a viewing platform that hangs directly over the edge, if you're up for it. 

    Evening: Final dinner with the group to celebrate your achievements and new group of friends.

    13.5 km / 5-6hrs/ 800m+

  • Day 8

    Morning: Breakfast, pack bags and transfer to Tyinkrysset, already thinking about your next adventure.

Dates

Price

Private Room in Apartment £2400 (approx. €2765 / $3235)

  • Gutsy Girls is a UK-based adventure company welcoming women worldwide. Prices are in pounds (£) with estimates in euros (€) and US dollars ($). The final amount is dependent on your card provider’s conversion rate at time of payment and may fluctuate.

  • Secure your spot with a 30% deposit; the balance is due 45 days before the trip.

Included

  • 6 days guided activities (mountain hiking, cycling, glacier hike and kayaking)

  • Dedicated local guide throughout the week

  • Equipment for activities

  • 7 nights accommodation 

  • All meals from arrival dinner to departure breakfast (three-course dinners, daily breakfasts and packed lunches)

  • Sauna sessions

  • Bus transfers between Tyinkrysset bus station to hotel

  • Gutsy Girls Host

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    • Flights to/from Oslo Gardermoen or Bergen

    • Bus travel to Tyinkrysset (approx. 4-5 hours)

    • Drinks with restaurant meals

    • Travel insurance (mandatory)

  • Cancellations are effective from the date we receive your written notice via email. The following fees apply:

    • 100% of the trip cost if cancelled 44 days or less before the trip.

    • 30% of the trip cost if cancelled 45 days or more before the trip.

    Full terms and conditions are available for review before you book and make payment

  • Guaranteed to run

    Dates marked "guaranteed" are locked in and happening, no matter what. Book your flights, we're going.

    Minimum numbers required

    Other dates need at least 4 people signed up to confirm the adventure. We'll keep you in the loop on numbers as they come in, and we'll give you the green light (or full refund) 30 days before departure.

    Just hold off on booking any flights until you hear from us.

Travel

  • Oslo to Tyinkrysset: Bus departure from Oslo Gardermoen 16:41 → Arrival Tyinkrysset 21:15 hotel pickup included from bus stop

    Return: Hotel drop-off to Tyinkrysset: 9:45

    Bus to Oslo: Departs 10:00 → Arrives 14:35

    There is a more regular bus service from Olso Central bus station and Bergen bus station. If you get in earlier you will need to arrange your own transfer to the hotel (approximately NOK 80 (£6/€7) per person per way). Contact the Bookings Team for more information.

  • You are responsible for booking flights and bus to Tyinkrysset. Buses run to Tyinkrysset from Oslo or Bergen. Please check our transfer times and book flights and buses that align with them.

    Transfers run on a fixed schedule and can’t be delayed, you’re responsible for arriving on time.

    We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers delays, cancellations, and missed connections.

FAQs

Packing List

    • Kit needed for each activity - kayaks, life jackets, wetsuits, e-bikes, helmets

    • Glacier equipment - crampons and a harness

  • Find our detailed packing list here.

Questions?

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