An authentic discovery of the Lofoten and Vesteralen islands
2024
The Lofoten archipelago, together with the Vesterålen archipelago, form a long chain of islands of volcanic origin. The sharp mountain peaks, the lush green valleys, the deep blue ocean and the colorful fishing villages are the most beautiful canvas Norway has to offer its visitors. Go whale watching in Vesterålen or sea eagle watching in Lofoten. These experiences will make your stay even more unforgettable. On this 8-day getaway, you'll stay in two exceptional places!
Highlights of the trip
During your stay you can enjoy the following highlights: Culture / Heritage, Discovery, Off the beaten track, Nature travel, Road trip and autotour.
Best months to go
The best time(s) to go is/are : Mai, Juin, Juillet, Août, Septembre.
How to get there?
You can get there by Plane, Car.
NORDIC NORVÈGE
From 1045€ / person
Travel suitable for :
Detail of the stay : An authentic discovery of the Lofoten and Vesteralen islands - 4 days
day 1: flight from Brussels to Evenes, then drive to Svolvaer
Steps: Svolvaer
Direct flight from Brussels to Evenes. You will pick up your rental car at the airport and drive to the Svinoya Rorbuer hotel, in the middle of the impressive Lofoten Islands. The drive to the accommodation takes about 2.5 hours, during which time you can soak up the beautiful Scandinavian scenery. You will be staying in a charming Rorbuer, a typical fisherman's house that has been renovated and equipped with all comforts.
day 1-5: Lofoten, the jewels of Norway
You can rent a boat or a bicycle to explore these incredible islands or visit the Viking museum in Borg, where you will have the chance to discover period reconstructions. For those who love hiking, don't worry, we will give you our precious advice to make the most beautiful walks in the region in complete tranquility. Each of the itineraries has been prepared with the aim of discovering the region in its entirety. In fact, you will pass through many wild coves with mountain peaks, with a constant view of the wide horizons offered by the ocean and the beaches that stretch out there. The combination of this particular light and natural beauty is a real source of inspiration for all artists.
Day 5-8: exploring the Vesteralen islands
On the fifth day, you will leave for the Vesterålen for a trip of about 3 hours. On the following days, you will stay at the Ringstad Resort, located in an idyllic setting; here you will be on the edge of the island and have a magnificent view of the mountains, the harbor and the sea! From this accommodation you can take part in various local excursions or go to Andenes for whale watching. Or, with the hotel owner, you can go on a seabird search from a comfortable boat. If you prefer to explore, don't miss the coastal road of Andøya Island. This 58-kilometer road between Andenes and Bjørnskinn will take you along the ocean and long white beaches. Along the way, you can enjoy beautiful views of the mountains and the ocean!
Day 8: drive to the airport and flight back home
To finish this incredible journey, you will drive for 2 hours to the airport of Evenes where you will leave your rental car. Then, you will take a direct flight to Brussels.
