Friday, June 20, 2008

ON FOOT IN THE LOFOTENS - NORWAY

Trek amongst beautiful rugged Alpine-style ridges and summits (all less than 1,200m), explore picturesque fishing villages, sheltered inlets and stunning shorelines, experience a rich cultural heritage and stay in traditional fishermen’s 'rorbus' cabins in Norway’s Lofoten Islands. Walks Worldwide still has availability on its 8-day guided On Foot in the Lofoten Islands holiday, departing London 16th August 2008.

From Evenes, transfer to Henningsvaer, a small fishing village in Vestfjord and enjoy a freshly caught fish dinner in the traditional harbourside guesthouse. Next, hike the 'Smatindan Trek' (meaning 'many small peaks') taking in spectacular views of fjords and islands that make up the Lofoten Islands. Move south onto the island of Vestvagoy and visit the fabulous Lofotr Viking museum at Borg, before an ascent of Skottinden (671m). Travel to Flakstadoy and overnight in a traditional rorbus in the fishing village of Nusfjord. Take a challenging walk up Mosestinden (770m) before returning to the beautifully preserved village in time to explore before dinner. Transfer to the Island of Moskenesoy, the last big island in the archipelago, passing beautiful sandy beaches with plenty of swimming opportunities. Hike in the mountains of Moskenesoy and stay in another rorbus in the village of Reine overlooking Kirkefjorden. Ascend the peak of Reinebringen (448m) for one of the most photographed views of the surrounding fjords before transferring back across the islands, enjoying a final view, before homeward flights.

The tour costs £1,895p/p including all transfers, guesthouse and cabin (rorbus) accommodation, most meals, entry fees and expert guiding.

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