Overview
A six-day, self-guided adventure holiday cross-country skiing in Beitostølen, in the Valdres region of Norway. Located at an elevation of 1,000m, in the foothills of the Jotunheimen’s high mountain peaks, these Narnia-like Nordic landscapes are accessible on a wide array of set trails, which you can access daily from your cabin or hotel, where you are based throughout the trip. If you choose the hotel option, it has a sauna and 25m swimming pool. We recommend that you have some cross-country skiing experience, however there is a ski school in the area for lessons, as an optional extra.
- 180km groomed trails
- Foothills of Jotunheimen Mountains
- Option for cross-country skiing lessons
- View of Slettefjell from hotel
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Beitostølen
Take bus from Oslo City Bus Terminal or Oslo Airport (included), which will take you directly to Beitostølen (4h). It’s a short walk from the bus stop to your cabin or hotel room.
- Accommodation: Radisson Blu Mountain Resort or (Hovi Cabins by request)
Day 2-5: Daily ski tours
From the lodge, you have access to more than 180km of groomed trails. When booking, you will receive a tour description with suggestions of day trips, including a Panorama trip which includes a lift card and bus ride up and back again. We recommend that you make a rough itinerary on the first day by looking at the weather forecast to plan where to go during the week.
- Accommodation: Radisson Blu Mountain Resort or (Hovi Cabins by request)
Day 6: Departure
Take the bus back to Oslo.
What to expect
Accommodation
You can choose between staying in a cabin or a hotel. Our default prices are calculated for the hotel accommodation. If you prefer to stay in the cabins, please let us know and we will send you an offer, note that prices vary depending on the exact dates and the guests staying in the cabins (2-6 people).
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- Traditional mountain hotel with large swimming pool, restaurant, large lobby area with fireplace. Radisson Blu Mountain Resort is located in the middle of Beitostølen at the foot of the ski centre, with views out to Slettefjell. Hotel facilities include sauna, 25m swimming pool and squash courts.
Hotels are subject to availability. In the event of a particular hotel being fully booked for your chosen dates, we will replace it with a hotel of equal value and quality level. We will provide exact accommodation details to you upon booking confirmation.
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- Hovihyttene consists of 12 cabins divided into two rows, each on a footprint of 50m² with a west-facing terrace. Great accommodation for up to six people. The cabins are located 300m from the village centre. A Hovihytte cabin has two bedrooms, one with a double bed and one with two bunk beds, and one bathroom. Well-equipped kitchen, cozy living room with a fireplace, TV and free wifi. Dogs are welcome, at a supplemental cost.
Hotels are subject to availability. In the event of a particular hotel being fully booked for your chosen dates, we will replace it with a hotel of equal value and quality level. We will provide exact accommodation details to you upon booking confirmation.
Meals
The cabins have their own kitchen, where you can cook all your meals, but there are also plenty of restaurants and cafes in Beitostølen. At the hotel, breakfast is included.
Difficulty and terrain
It is advisable that you have tried cross-country before, but not required. There is a ski school in the area, and we can add this option for you on request. (read more about difficulty grades) The tracks run through varied, rolling terrain, from spruce and birch forests up to the high open plains surrounded by high mountain peaks. The forest trails offer protection from windy and snowy weather while the trails on the mountain plateau offer wide views on fine days. In general, the trails in the Beitostølen trail network are easy to intermediate. They are not too long or steep, and there are some easy, fun downhill runs and flat parts in between. They fit everyone from beginners and families to competing skiers who come here to train. All routes are numbered and well-described. You can also call our 24/7 local assistance phone number anytime.
When to go
This trip is available between December and April, starting on Sundays. Other arrival days are available on request.
To fully enjoy your skiing adventure in the mountainous areas, it’s important to dress appropriately for the weather conditions and local temperatures. For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend wearing warm, waterproof clothing, and bringing sunscreen and sunglasses. The winter season starts with short days with six hours of daylight, in December, but then you will get a lot of clear starry skies, and if you are lucky, you may even see the Northern Lights. From around mid-February, you get longer days of around eight hours of daylight and temperatures go into double figures, averaging 10-12C, from March onwards.
Getting there
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By plane
Our recommended airport for this tour is Oslo.
- Oslo city or airport return bus tickets are included in your package.
Inclusions
Included
- Bus transport from and to Oslo
- 5 nights of hotel accommodation and breakfast
- Transport to the start of one of the ski tours
- Detailed tour description
- Map
- 24/7 phone assistance by our local office/representative
Excluded
- Airfare
- All meals (breakfast is included when staying at the hotel), drinks and snacks
- Travel insurance (required – get a quote online)
- Personal expenses
- Local tourist taxes and entry fees (payable on-site)
- Any items not explicitly listed as included
Options, extras and supplements
- If you’re travelling in a group, a supplement applies to group members who would like to have a room of their own
- We regret that this trip is not available for solo travellers
- Ski rental and cross-country skiing lessons
- Extra nights in Oslo are bookable upon request
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