Day by day
DAY 1: FROM OSLO TO GJENDESEHEIM
We meet at Oslo Bus Terminal, and take the bus to Gjendesheim together in the early afternoon. We eat a good dinner at Gjendesheim, and those who wish can have a taste of the local beer. After a good meal we will have a breafing about the program for the next days.
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Dinner included
Dinner included
Today, dinner is included in the program.
DAY 2: BESSEGGEN
We eat an early breakfast, send our luggage with the boat and start the day's hike, which normally takes 7–8 hours. It is no coincidence that Besseggen is one of Norway's most popular hikes, and each year around 30,000 tourists enjoy the breathtaking view from the top of the ridge. The fantastic view across the wild Jotunheimen mountains and the steep sections that give hikers a great sense of mastery, combined with the fact that it is not a particularly difficult hike, are part of what makes it so popular. Standing on top of the ridge that we descend, you can see the green glacial lake Gjende on one side and the deep-blue Bessvatnet lake on the other – this a landscape full of contrasts! We come down to Memurubu cabin, which is set in an idyllic location by the lake.
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Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner included
Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner included
DAY 3: BUKKELÆGRET
Bukkelægret is the route between Gjendebu and Memurubu lodge. We eat a good breakfast, make a packed lunch and send our luggage with the boat to the next cabin. The day's hike takes 5–6 hours. Many people think the hike over Bukkelægret is every bit as lovely as Besseggen. There are some very steep sections on this hike, but there is a chains to hold on to. Bukkelægret is known for its rich fauna, so this is a lovely hike in lush landscape. Overnight at Gjendebu Cabin.
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Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner included
Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner included
DAY 4: HIKE FROM MEMURUBU TO GLITTERHEIM
We take the boat back to Memurubu and head into the mountains towards Glitterheim. This hike takes us into the heart of Jotunheimen National Park, where we are surrounded by snow-capped mountains of 2,000 metres. From here we carry our own luggage now, so it's important to pack light. The hike gets off to a steep start and the route is fairly hilly. The hike takes about 8 hours. Overnight at charming Glitterheim cabin.
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Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner included
Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner included
DAY 5: GLITTERHEIM TO SPITERSTULEN
Today we hike around 6 hours before we reach our next cabin, Spiterstulen. We pass Glittertind, Norway's second highest mountain and the surroundings is amazing. When we arrive at the cabin we will relax and prepare for climbing Galdhøpiggen the following day.
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Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner included
Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner included
DAY 6: HIKE TO GALDHØPIGGEN – NORWAY'S HIGHEST MOUNTAIN
We start the day by taking a bus up to Juvasshytta cabin. Here, we meet our glacier guide who will guide us across the Juvassbreen glacier. We hike for an hour to get to the glacier, where we put on the glacier equipment we all borrow. It takes around an hour to cross the glacier. After that, it takes an hour or two to hike to the summit (2,469 metres). From here, we can see 2/3 of Norway! There is a cabin on the summit, where we can buy snacks and drinks. The overall trip takes 6–7 hours. When we get back down to Juvasshytta cabin, a bus will be waiting to take us down to Elveseter.
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Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner included
Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner included
DAY 7: SCHEDULED BUS SERVICE TO OSLO
After breakfast we board the bus back to Oslo. The trip concludes when we arrive in Oslo in the early evening. Want to explore more? We can tailor-made a tour perfect for your group!
INCLUDING
Breakfast included
Breakfast included
Today, breakfast is included in the program.