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Trip Rating
8 days (begins in Bardufoss and ends in Oslo)
5½ days moderate hiking, ½ day canoeing, ½ day boat trip
6 nights inns or hotels; 1 night camping
2010
Jun 18-Jun 25
Aug 13-Aug 20

2010 Prices
$4,295 (4-10 members)
$450 internal airfare
$800 single supplement


Norway: Hiking North of the Arctic Circle

Scene from the trails of Norway.

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North of the Arctic Circle, well off the beaten track and virtually untouched by the hand of man, lie Norway's most pristine wilderness areas. Though spectacular in nature, they have not yet been discovered by the crowds, and our new adventure explores the best of this wildland frontier.

Go hiking and canoeing in Øvre Dividal National Park, a glacially-carved, lake-studded wilderness abounding in wildlife and rich mountain flora. And on Senja Island, Norway's second largest, you'll explore traditional fishing villages and hike to viewpoints for incredible panoramic vistas of the vast Norwegian Sea (next land to the west is Greenland!).

All along the way you'll learn about Norway's history and about the indigenous Saami culture - the country's largest ethnic minority - from knowledgeable guides who love sharing their perspectives on their native land.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

  • Venture north of the Arctic Circle for hikes in the land of the midnight sun!
  • Hike and canoe in Øvre Dividal National Park, home to reindeer, brown bears, Arctic fox, lynx, and wolves
  • Explore the fjords and mountains of Senja Island, not yet discovered by the crowds


Itinerary: Hiking North of the Arctic Circle

Day 1 - Fly above the Arctic Circle (66š 33’ N) to Bardufoss. Transfer to a cozy inn on the Målselv River for dinner and a concert of traditional music.

Days 2-3 - Hiking in Øvre Dividal National Park, a beautiful landscape of gentle valleys dotted with the remains of Saami cultural sites. While here we'll board canoes for a paddle on the Divielva and Målselv Rivers.

Day 4 - More hiking in Øvre Dividal National Park, then transfer to Senja Island, with its steep mountain ridges and indented fjords.

Days 5-6 - Hike in the sheltered inland valleys and high mountains of Ånderdalen National Park and enjoy expansive views of Norway's breathtaking fjord system. Overnights in a small town on the northwestern shores of the island.

Day 7 - After a morning hike, transfer to Tromsø, starting point for many an Arctic expedition. Enjoy a farewell dinner with the guide and group.

Day 8 - You'll have a chance to explore this picturesque town before our afternoon flight to Oslo, and your international flight home.


Hiker enjoying the views on the trails of Norway. Detailed Itinerary - Norway: Hiking North of the Arctic Circle

Detailed Itinerary - Norway: Hiking North of the Arctic Circle

 


For more information and reservations, please contact:

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Emeryville, CA 94608
1-510-594-6000 or
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Email: info@mtsobek.com




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Both Images: ©MTS Photo File