Lofoten Explorer: Whales, Fjords & Hiking

Lofoten, Norway 10D9N Beginner-friendly
Lofoten, Norway
10D9N Beginner-friendly

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Whale Watching in the Arctic

Set sail from Andenes for the chance to spot magnificent whales in their natural Arctic habitat.

Kayaking & Iconic Hiking Adventures

Kayak through stunning coastal waters and hike Reinebringen for breathtaking panoramic views of Lofoten’s fjords.

Discover Norway’s Most Beautiful Fishing

Explore Reine, Hamnøy, Nusfjord, and Å, and experience the charm of traditional Norwegian fishing cabins.

Discover the wild beauty of Northern Norway on a 10-day Arctic adventure through Tromsø, Vesterålen, and the breathtaking Lofoten Islands.

Set out on a whale-watching excursion in Andenes, kayak through crystal-clear Arctic waters, and hike the iconic Reinebringen trail for spectacular views of dramatic mountains and fjords.

Explore charming fishing villages, colorful waterfront cabins, and some of Norway’s most scenic coastal landscapes. From the lively streets of Tromsø to the postcard-perfect villages of Reine and Hamnøy, every day brings a new adventure.

Experience the best of Northern Norway — where mountains meet the sea, wildlife roams freely, and unforgettable adventures await.

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What's included

food

Day 2-10: BreakfastsDay 2-10: Breakfasts

transport

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lodging

Day 1- 10: twins room in 3 stars hotelDay 1- 10: twins room in 3 stars hotel

activity

Day 3: Whale Watching Day 3: Whale Watching

group leader services

Our Group Leaders are passionate travellers just like you. They share the experience aut..Our Group Leaders are passionate travellers..

flight

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How does accommodation & rooming work?

By default, solo travelers are matched with same-gender roommates. If you're traveling with friends, you can choose to room together. Private rooms are sometimes available at an additional fee at checkout.

Trip confirmation & minimum participants

Most trips require a minimum of 4 and cap at 20 participants. Booking early helps the trip reach confirmation faster — and you'll enjoy our early bird discount.

Is flight included?

Flights are not included, giving you flexibility to book your own. We recommend booking after your trip is confirmed. Once you've booked, we'll send you a detailed trip pamphlet with recommended flight options and more details about your trip.

Cancellation & refund policy

Cancel before the deadline shown at checkout and receive a full refund in credits. If we cancel the trip due to insufficient participants, you'll receive a full cash refund.

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Day 1

Arrival in Tromsø

Upon arrival at Tromsø Airport, transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Enjoy free time to rest and settle in after your journey.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel

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Enjoy the colorful waterfront, surrounded by stunning mountains and Arctic scenery.

Image for Discover Tromsø’s iconic cathedral, famous for its unique architecture and striking triangular design.

Discover Tromsø’s iconic cathedral, famous for its unique architecture and striking triangular design.

Image for Admire panoramic views of Tromsø, its beautiful fjords, and the surrounding mountains.

Admire panoramic views of Tromsø, its beautiful fjords, and the surrounding mountains.

Image for Take the cable car up Mount Storsteinen for breathtaking views of Tromsø and the Arctic landscape.

Take the cable car up Mount Storsteinen for breathtaking views of Tromsø and the Arctic landscape.

Day 2

Tromsø → Harstad → Andenes

Take the express boat from Tromsø to Harstad, then continue by private coach to Andenes.
After arrival, enjoy free time to explore the town or take a walk by the coast.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel

Meals included: Breakfast

Image for Admire the colorful waterfront and charming Arctic architecture before departing by express boat.

Admire the colorful waterfront and charming Arctic architecture before departing by express boat.

Image for Enjoy scenic coastal views as you arrive in Harstad, surrounded by beautiful fjords and mountains.

Enjoy scenic coastal views as you arrive in Harstad, surrounded by beautiful fjords and mountains.

Image for Explore the charming town centre, with its local shops, cafés, and historic buildings.

Explore the charming town centre, with its local shops, cafés, and historic buildings.

Image for Take in the beautiful waterfront scenery before continuing your journey by private coach to Andenes.

Take in the beautiful waterfront scenery before continuing your journey by private coach to Andenes.

Day 3

Whale Watching in Andenes

Set out from Andenes on a whale-watching excursion and enjoy the coastal scenery of Northern Norway.
Spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring the town.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel

Meals included: Breakfast

Image for Set sail from Andenes on an exciting whale-watching excursion, with the chance to spot majestic whales in their natural habitat.

Set sail from Andenes on an exciting whale-watching excursion, with the chance to spot majestic whales in their natural habitat.

Image for Witness the breathtaking sight of whales surfacing and diving in the Arctic waters.

Witness the breathtaking sight of whales surfacing and diving in the Arctic waters.

Image for Explore the charming coastal town of Andenes, surrounded by dramatic mountains and beautiful ocean views.

Explore the charming coastal town of Andenes, surrounded by dramatic mountains and beautiful ocean views.

Image for Visit the iconic red lighthouse, one of Andenes' most famous landmarks, and enjoy the stunning Arctic coastal scenery.

Visit the iconic red lighthouse, one of Andenes' most famous landmarks, and enjoy the stunning Arctic coastal scenery.

Day 4

Andenes → Svolvær

Travel south along the scenic routes of Andøya and Vesterålen.
Pass through Sortland before arriving in Svolvær, the main town of the Lofoten Islands.
Stop along the way to enjoy the coastal and island scenery.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel

Meals included: Breakfast

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Day 5

Discover Northern Lofoten

Join an half-day sea-kayaking experience and admire Lofoten’s fishing villages and mountain scenery from the water.
Visit Kabelvåg and discover its history and fishing-village character.
Continue to Henningsvær to enjoy its harbour views and island setting.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel

Meals included: Breakfast

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Day 6

Svolvær → Nusfjord → Å → Reine

Depart from Svolvær and travel south along the scenic route through the Lofoten Islands.
Visit Nusfjord, one of Norway’s best-preserved traditional fishing villages, and enjoy its red cabins and harbour views.
Continue to Å, the southernmost village in Lofoten, where you can visit Bakeriet på Å for a cinnamon bun and explore at your own pace.
Return to Reine in the evening and check in to your fishing cabin.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel

Meals included: Breakfast

Image for Enjoy a breathtaking drive through the Lofoten Islands, surrounded by dramatic mountains, turquoise waters, and charming fishing villages.

Enjoy a breathtaking drive through the Lofoten Islands, surrounded by dramatic mountains, turquoise waters, and charming fishing villages.

Image for Explore one of Norway’s best-preserved fishing villages, famous for its traditional red cabins and picturesque harbour.

Explore one of Norway’s best-preserved fishing villages, famous for its traditional red cabins and picturesque harbour.

Image for Visit the southernmost village in Lofoten, known for its historic fishing heritage and delicious cinnamon buns from Bakeriet på Å.

Visit the southernmost village in Lofoten, known for its historic fishing heritage and delicious cinnamon buns from Bakeriet på Å.

Image for Discover one of Norway’s most beautiful villages, surrounded by towering mountains and stunning fjord views. Stay overnight in a traditional fishing cabin.

Discover one of Norway’s most beautiful villages, surrounded by towering mountains and stunning fjord views. Stay overnight in a traditional fishing cabin.

Day 7

Reine, Sakrisøy & Hamnøy

Hike Reinebringen, one of Lofoten’s most popular trails and most iconic viewpoints; the route climbs nearly 2,000 flat steps to an elevation of 484 metres, offering sweeping views over Reine, the fjords and surrounding peaks. Allow approximately 3–4 hours for the hike.
Afterwards, stroll around Reine and enjoy views of the fishing village and fjord.
Visit Sakrisøy to try a popular fish burger at Anita’s Sjømat or browse its selection of seafood products.
Continue to Hamnøy, where red fishermen’s cabins, a sheltered bay and steep mountain peaks create one of Lofoten’s most iconic postcard scenes.
Hamnøy is one of the archipelago’s most recognisable fishing villages, and the Lofoten Islands have also featured on the cover of Lonely Planet magazine.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel

Reinebringen Hiking: 2,000 flat steps to an elevation of 484 metres; 3-4 hours

Meals included: Breakfast

Image for Climb nearly 2,000 stone steps to reach one of Lofoten’s most iconic viewpoints, surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery.

Climb nearly 2,000 stone steps to reach one of Lofoten’s most iconic viewpoints, surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery.

Image for Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over Reine, turquoise fjords, and dramatic mountain peaks from 484 metres above sea level.

Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over Reine, turquoise fjords, and dramatic mountain peaks from 484 metres above sea level.

Image for Explore Lofoten’s postcard-perfect fishing villages, famous for their colorful cabins, peaceful harbours, and towering mountains.

Explore Lofoten’s postcard-perfect fishing villages, famous for their colorful cabins, peaceful harbours, and towering mountains.

Image for Stop by the famous seafood shop in Sakrisøy and try its popular fish burger while enjoying beautiful fjord views.

Stop by the famous seafood shop in Sakrisøy and try its popular fish burger while enjoying beautiful fjord views.

Day 8

Reine → Harstad

Travel north from southern Lofoten to Harstad along the scenic route.
Stop in Svolvær for lunch and a break.
Make additional viewpoint stops depending on the schedule and road conditions.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel

Meals included: Breakfast

Image for Travel north from southern Lofoten to Harstad, enjoying breathtaking views of dramatic mountains, fjords, and coastal villages.

Travel north from southern Lofoten to Harstad, enjoying breathtaking views of dramatic mountains, fjords, and coastal villages.

Image for Admire traditional red fishing cabins, crystal-clear waters, and spectacular mountain landscapes along the way.

Admire traditional red fishing cabins, crystal-clear waters, and spectacular mountain landscapes along the way.

Image for Cross beautiful bridges connecting the islands and enjoy panoramic views of Lofoten’s unique coastal scenery.

Cross beautiful bridges connecting the islands and enjoy panoramic views of Lofoten’s unique coastal scenery.

Image for Take breaks at picturesque viewpoints to capture unforgettable photos of Norway’s stunning Arctic landscapes.

Take breaks at picturesque viewpoints to capture unforgettable photos of Norway’s stunning Arctic landscapes.

Day 9

Harstad → Tromsø

Take the express boat from Harstad back to Tromsø.
After arrival, enjoy free time to explore the city, dine out or shop for souvenirs.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel

Meals included: Breakfast

Image for Enjoy a scenic boat journey through Northern Norway’s beautiful fjords and coastal landscapes.

Enjoy a scenic boat journey through Northern Norway’s beautiful fjords and coastal landscapes.

Image for Arrive in Tromsø and admire its colorful waterfront buildings and charming Arctic atmosphere.

Arrive in Tromsø and admire its colorful waterfront buildings and charming Arctic atmosphere.

Image for Explore the lively city centre, browse local shops, and pick up souvenirs from your Arctic adventure.

Explore the lively city centre, browse local shops, and pick up souvenirs from your Arctic adventure.

Image for Enjoy a relaxing evening and discover Tromsø’s local restaurants and fresh Arctic seafood.

Enjoy a relaxing evening and discover Tromsø’s local restaurants and fresh Arctic seafood.

Day 10

Departure from Tromsø

After breakfast, transfer to Tromsø Airport.
Depart Tromsø and conclude your Northern Norway and Lofoten adventure.

Accommodation: None

Image for Remember the excitement of spotting majestic whales in the Arctic waters of Northern Norway.

Remember the excitement of spotting majestic whales in the Arctic waters of Northern Norway.

Image for Relive the peaceful moments paddling through crystal-clear waters surrounded by dramatic mountains.

Relive the peaceful moments paddling through crystal-clear waters surrounded by dramatic mountains.

Image for Look back on the rewarding hikes and spectacular views over Lofoten’s iconic fjords and peaks.

Look back on the rewarding hikes and spectacular views over Lofoten’s iconic fjords and peaks.

Image for Take home unforgettable memories of colorful fishing villages, beautiful landscapes, and the magic of Northern Norway.

Take home unforgettable memories of colorful fishing villages, beautiful landscapes, and the magic of Northern Norway.

Please note

The itinerary is subject to change in order to provide an adventure that best suits your needs, weather and operating conditions. For safety reasons, we reserve the right to interrupt your participation at any time if your medical condition is deemed unfit or you are deemed a danger to yourself or those around you.

What's included

food

Day 2-10: Breakfasts

transport

Airport Transfers Day 2-10: boats& private van

lodging

Day 1- 10: twins room in 3 stars hotel

activity

Day 3: Whale Watching

group leader services

Our Group Leaders are passionate travellers just like you. They share the experience authentically, keep the trip running smoothly, and help you make the most of every moment.

flight

Flights not included. By joining you will receive our recommended routes.

Insurance

Please make sure your travel insurance covers this activity.

miscellaneous

Depending on the activity and location, locals may sometimes ask you to pay fees such as tourist taxes or park fees.

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