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Types of Skiing Explained: Alpine, Nordic, Touring & SkateNorway
Aug
Hike deep into Norway’s Jotunheimen National Park, through dramatic mountain terrain, along historical ridgelines, up to rocky summits and across a live glacier.
Intermediate
Challenging
A Little Luxury
From
£1,875
(USD $2,943.75)
Norway's highest peaks
Based 1,000m above sea level on the edge of Jotunheimen National Park, this is hiking at its most dramatic. Over five nights, you’ll tackle four big days in the Norwegian mountains, covering up to 18km with 1,100m of elevation gain, summiting two peaks, walking a restored stretch of the ancient King’s Road, and roping up to cross a glacier. Back at the newly renovated mountain hotel, three-course dinners made with local ingredients and a riverside sauna are waiting. This one is rated challenging – strong legs and solid hiking experience are non-negotiable.
An active agenda
No hidden costs
Guided hiking through Jotunheimen National Park
Rope up and hike onto a glacier
Two sessions in the riverside sauna
Cosy mountain lodge with incredible views
Hearty breakfasts, packed lunches and three-course dinners
Local guides for all activities and your Gutsy Girls host
Bus station pickup and drop-off at Tyinkrysset
Activity Overview
Tie up your laces and get ready for Norway’s wildest landscapes. Every day brings a different route, from ridgeline walks and rocky paths to forest tracks and a live glacier. Over four consecutive days you’ll hike between 9 and 18km across the Jotunheimen National Park, summiting two peaks, walking a restored stretch of the historic King’s Road, and crossing Uranosbreen Glacier roped up as a team.
This isn’t your average hiking trip. The terrain is varied and demanding, ranging from clear and well marked, to more rugged. Your expert guide knows the place better than anyone, but you’ll need good hiking skills to make the most of the trip.
Activity Overview
Uranosbreen Glacier sits deep in Jotunheimen National Park and is part of the route to the summit of Mt. Uranostind. After crossing a river and beginning the climb, you’ll get to the glacier that stands between you and reaching the mountain top.
Before you step onto the ice, your guide will kit you out and walk you through exactly what to expect. Then you’ll rope up as a team and go. No prior glacier experience needed.
Activity Overview
After long days in the mountains, the riverside sauna earns its place on the itinerary. It sits beside the Begna River with Mt. Skørsnøse dominating the view – three evening sessions across the week, perfect for easing any achy legs.
The Destination
Your adventure starts here
The hotel car meets you at Tyinkrysset. Check in, then join the group for dinner in the hotel restaurant.
Breakfast, pack your lunch, meet your guide and get the bus to your first start point. We‘re starting with the Filefjell Ridge.
9km
4-5hrs
550m
Cross three peaks at around 1,450m with Jotunheimen and Hurrungane on one side and Lake Otrøvatnet below on the other.
Back to the hotel for a sauna session with a view, followed by a three-course dinner.
Drive through Årdal and up the dramatic Tindevegen road to the trailhead, deep in the Hurrungane range. Today we’re climbing Mt Store Soleiebotntind.
11km
4hrs
900m
Continue the route along rocky terrain to the summit and views that will make it all worthwhile.
Three-course dinner, relax in the hotel and get a good nights sleep.
Breakfast, boots on, then time to follow part of Norway's historic Oslo-to-Bergen route, starting right from the hotel door. Head along the edge of Lake Otrøvatnet before beginning the climb over the mountain.
17km
6hrs
450m
Carry on over the pass, with views of Jotunheimen and down into Lærdalen. Finish in Maristova, then catch the bus back to the hotel.
Sauna session and a three-course dinner. Get your rest, the big one's tomorrow.
The week's finale. Breakfast, bus to Koldedalen, then follow the trail to Lake Uradalsvatnet. Use stepping stones to cross the lake, then the climb to the glacier begins.
18km
6hrs
1100m
Kit up, rope together and cross the glacier as a team. Once across, scramble some of the mountain side, then push on to the summit.
Finish the hike, then settle in for your final three-course dinner. You've climbed two peaks above 2,000m and crossed a glacier - that calls for a celebratory meal!
Breakfast, bags packed and transfer to Tyinkrysset. Head home with strong legs, great photos and incredible memories.
Rest & Refuel
Our base for the week is a newly renovated mountain lodge sitting at 1,000m, with private and twin en-suite rooms and views straight onto the peaks. No moving around, no repacking - you settle in on night one and that's you sorted.
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The three-course dinners every evening showcase seasonal Norwegian ingredients with dishes built around what's produced nearby. Breakfasts set you up for what's ahead; packed lunches keep you going on the trail.
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The essentials
| Accommodation |
A Little Luxury A newly renovated mountain hotel with private and twin en-suite rooms, mountain views, a restaurant serving three-course dinners, and a riverside sauna. Trails lead right from the hotel too.
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| Food |
All meals are included. We accommodate most dietary requirements with advance notice. Just tell us early as sourcing specialty ingredients in the mountains takes planning.
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| Fitness Level |
3
Challenging Four days of back-to-back hiking, covering up to 18km and 1,100m of elevation gain in a single day, with two summits and a glacier crossing. The terrain brings you exposed ridgelines, rocky descents, and sections where good ankle support isn’t optional. Arrive with a strong base and solid hiking experience behind you, not ahead of you.
You’ll Need To Be
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| Skill Level |
3
Intermediate No glacier or mountaineering experience is required, but solid hiking experience and confidence on mountain terrain is essential. Not sure what level you are? Our Trip Rating Guide explains how we score fitness and skill. |
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We Provide
You’ll Need
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| Travel |
The meeting point for this trip is Tyinkrysset bus stop. Alternative routes and travel information are in our trip guide. |
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| Trip Code |
NORFILHIK |
The Answers
Yes. This trip is rated challenging and is designed for experienced hikers looking to step things up. You don’t need mountaineering qualifications, but you do need solid hiking experience, confidence on rocky and exposed terrain, and a strong base fitness. You’ll be taking on four consecutive days with up to 18km and 1,100m of elevation gain in a single day so this isn’t the week to start building your hiking experience.
For us, challenging means tackling four consecutive hiking days covering between 9km and 18km, with elevation gains of up to 1,100m per day. You’ll summit two peaks above 2,000m, walk a 17km stretch of Norway’s historic King’s Road mountain pass, and cross a live glacier. The terrain is varied and demanding with open ridgelines, rocky summits, historic passes and glacier ice. You’ll need good fitness, solid hiking experience and well-worn-in boots.
Each day is different. The Filefjell Ridge (9km, 550m) runs across three peaks at around 1,450m, making a strong start to the week. Mt. Store Soleiebotntind (11km, 900m) takes you along rocky terrain to a summit with panoramic views in every direction whilst the King’s Road (17km, 450m) follows Norway’s historic Oslo-to-Bergen route over the mountain pass. On the final day you’ll face the big one with a hike to Mt. Uranostind (18km, 1,100m) which includes a glacier crossing plus a push to the 2,157m summit, where the final section gets narrow.
You’ll cross Uranosbreen Glacier deep in Jotunheimen National Park. Before you step onto the ice, your guide kits you out with crampons and a harness, briefs you on exactly what to expect, then you rope up as a team and go. No prior glacier or mountaineering experience is needed and all equipment is provided.
Yes. Several routes involve exposed ridgelines and high-altitude sections with significant drops. If heights genuinely affect you, this is not the right trip.
Hiking boots with ankle support are mandatory, particularly for the glacier hike, where trail running shoes are not suitable on ice. They also need to be well worn-in before you arrive. New boots on rough mountain terrain can mean blisters, which can also ruin your week.
Fly into Oslo Gardermoen (OSL). Take a bus from the airport or Oslo Central Bus Station to Tyinkrysset. It’s an approximately 4.5 hour journey, but the scenery along the way makes it worthwhile. Bergen Airport is also an option to start your journey, however the bus station is more difficult to reach. Book bus tickets at vy.no/en. We collect you from Tyinkrysset bus station at the scheduled transfer time.
Yes, a hotel car collects you from Tyinkrysset bus station on arrival day and drops you back on departure day. Transfers run at fixed times and your travel must fit these timings. However, the journey between the bus station and our base hotel is only 5-10 minutes, so if you arrive earlier, a private transfer from the bus stop can be arranged for approximately NOK 80 (£6/€7) per person each way.
We will collect you from Tyinkrysset bus station on arrival day and drop you back on the last day of the trip. You are responsible for getting yourself to Tyinkrysset.
Transfer time:
Expect daytime temperatures of 10–20°C, long daylight hours and dramatic skies, although there’s also the very real possibility of wind, rain and cooler temperatures in the mountains where conditions can change quickly. Layers, a good waterproof jacket and decent boots are essential regardless of what the forecast says.
Yes. Guides monitor conditions daily and will adjust the order of activities to make the most of the weather. Safety always comes first, so if conditions affect a planned activity, there are alternatives in place. You’ll still get a full week of adventure.
Norway is largely cashless and cards are accepted at the hotel and almost everywhere else. A small amount of Norwegian krone is handy for any personal extras, or if you’d like to tip your guide and host, but you won’t need much.
You’ll stay at a newly renovated mountain hotel, sitting at 1,000m above sea level. Rooms have private bathrooms, comfortable beds, mountain views, and free WiFi. You’re based here for the entire week so there’s no moving between hotels. After long days outdoors, the comfort and three-course dinners are very welcome.
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