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Cycling through the Lofoten Islands, 8 days

From Svolvær to Reine through breathtaking scenery

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8 Days / 7 Nights
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Cycling through the Lofoten Islands is a unique, once-in-a-lifetime adventure, connecting you to a landscape that shifts with the light. Experience the beauty of the Midnight Sun from June to mid-July, and the Northern Lights from late August. Along the way, enjoy local delicacies, explore historic churches and museums, or try fishing, hiking, and kayaking.

The journey begins in Svolvær, where you'll be greeted by boats on calm waters, surrounded by majestic mountains. As you cycle, the wild beauty of Lofoten unfolds. A visit to the charming fishing village of Henningsvær, set against mountain backdrops, is a highlight. Stay at Lofoten Links Lodges in Hov, offering breathtaking views of the midnight sun and ocean, with the option to enjoy golf at the nearby Lofoten Links course.

Cycling through the Lofoten Islands, 8 days
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8 Days / 7 Nights
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Itinerary

How to travel to Svolvær (not included)
- Flight to Svolvær Airport and bus/taxi to Svolvær
- Flight to Harstad/Narvik Airport and bus to Svolvær
- Flight to Bodø Airport and Hurtigruten / Havila (Coastal Express) from Bodø 15.00, arriving Svolvær 21.00  
- Flight to Bodø Airport and express boat from Bodø at 18.00 arriving Svolvær at 21.25

Some suggestions:

- Take a boat trip from Svolvær to see the famous Troll Fjord, do some fishing and spot Sea eagles.
- Visit the fishing village Kabelvåg and the Lofoten Cathedral.
- Bike trip to the picturesque fishing village, Henningsvær (48 km round trip).
- Visit the museums in Storvågan.
- Hike one of the peaks close to Svolvær.
- Bike the northern part of Austvågøy (97 km round trip)

Easy day trip with some traffic. A tunnel just before the exit to Henningsvær.
Possible optional routes along the way:
- Henningsvær (picturesque fishing village) - 18 km
- Brenna (Bike along the fjord/ocean front) - 23 km

Accommodation and dinner at Lofoten Links Lodges (some lodges may have shared bathroom).

Longer day trip in relatively flat terrain.
Possible optional routes along the way:
- Stamsund and Steine (Fishing Villages) - 14 km
- Sennesvika and Ramsvika (Great views) - 12 km

Some suggestions:
- Bike to Uttakleiv the most photographed beach in Lofoten. With the horizon open to the west and north, Uttakleiv is a good location to see the Midnight sun (27 km round trip).
- Bike to Unstad beach, Lofoten’s most popular surfing destinations (42 km round trip).
- Visit the Lofoten Viking Museum in Borg featuring a copy of the largest Viking-era house ever found (28 km round trip).
- Bike to Eggum and visit the rocky coastline past the village (50 km round trip).

- Bike Leknes - Kremmervika, 12 km / about 1 hour.
- Bicycle ferry from Kremmervika, departure at 10:00 or 12:00 (earlyest bookings will be on the first departure, as the boat has limited capacity). We recommend spending some time in Nusfjord. This is one of the oldest and best-preserved fishing villages in Lofoten, located in scenic surroundings encircled by steep mountains.
- Bike Nusfjord - Reine, 41 km. You bike most of the distance on E10, with some traffic. There are a few tunnels, but you can bike on the old road outside the tunnels.

Some suggestions:
- Make a day trip to the small village of Å, at the end of the road E10 (20 km round trip).
- Take a fjord cruise in Kjerkfjorden, walking over to the wonderful beach, Bunesstranda. It is also possible to hike the summit of Helvetestinden (the mountain of Hell), (513 m).
- You can also join adventures like sea rafting, sea fishing or kayak trips in Reine.

Return rental bikes.

After breakfast your bike tour ends, we are happy to book extra nights for you. 

How to travel from Reine (not included):
- Bus from Reine to Moskenes (5 km). Ferry from Moskenes to Bodø (4 hrs).
- Bus to Leknes or Svolvær and flight from Leknes Airport or Svolvær Airport.

Tour character

The tour is of moderate to demanding difficulty level. Please note that Lofoten is a very popular place for a short while during the summer months, with few hotels. Some traffic must be expected, and varied accommodation is offered. In the high season you must be prepared to share the main road with many buses and campervans.

Photo credit: discover-norway.no

Prices and dates

Prices per person in SEK
Services and extras

Services included:

  • Overnights in chosen cabins and 3***- and 4****-hotels 
  • Breakfast
  • 7x self-packed lunch
  • 3x dinner
  • Luggage transfer 
  • Bicycle ferry 
  • Carefully elaborated route instructions
  • Detailed travel information (1x per booked room)
  • Service hotline

Optional:

  • Bike rental 
     

Not included:

  • Transport to/from Lofoten Islands 
  • Travel insurance
  • Dinner day 1, 2, 4 och 5 
  • All services not mentioned under services included

Arrival & departure:

  • Bus from Reine to Moskenes (5 km). Ferry from Moskenes to Bodø (4 hrs).
  • Bus to Leknes or Svolvær and flight from Leknes Airport or Svolvær Airport.
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