Tour Lofoten Islands - Fly & Drive

Accommodation

7 x overnights in the mentioned hotels or similar (3*/4*) 2 x overnight in a fisherman rorbu

Meals

9 x breakfast buffet

Others

Whale Safari in Andenes, incl. visit to the Whale Museum (Whale Safari subject to the weather conditions)

Transport

Car rental for the duration of the stay, category B (VW POLO type or similar) - Including unlimited mileage, partial reduction of the excess in case of accident or theft, local taxes, one driver over 25 y/o, pick-up and drop-off at the EVE airport, AutoPass/City fee, Winter Service Fee, AP/City Surcharge Tax

Not included:

Optional

Others

Flights Gasoline, tolls, road fees and car park fees Lunches, Dinners & Drinks Personal Expenses Luggage Handling

Guide

Flights

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Day 1 Arrival To Norway
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival To Norway

Welcome to the Kingdom of Norway – a country with the most beautiful fjords on Earth!

Once arrived, pick up your rental car at Harstad/Narvik airport (EVE) and drive to Harstad.

The city of Harstad is a perfect gateway to great Lofoten experiences! Situated on Norway’s biggest Island, Hinnøya, you find Harstad – a region with unforgettable nature experiences, local food with excellent chefs, genuine shops, music festivals, an untouched archipelago and much more!

Home to the most romantic place in Norway to see the midnight sun and in the middle of the northern lights belt – Harstad is ready to seduce you as well! With 24/7 hours of sunlight in summertime and the mysterious green and purple northern lights in wintertime, the natural phenomena in the Harstad area can be experienced all year.

Overnight in Scandic Harstad Hotel or similar
Day 2 Vestrerålen Islands
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Vestrerålen Islands

Buffet breakfast at the hotel

Take the road northwards, towards the archipelago of Vesterålen Islands, located just north of the Lofoten

Islands and the Arctic Circle. Vesterålen reaches out westwards from mainland Norway and into the Atlantic

Ocean. Ranging from tiny islets and rocks to some of the largest islands in Norway, this is a place defined by

contrasts. The landscapes span from calm and peaceful beaches and farmlands to rugged, alpine mountains,

dramatic fjords and wilderness.

The trip will let you admire beautiful mountains and unique landscapes, especially if you go along the more

authentic west coast. Head to the northern tip of Andøya Island, where the small town of Andenes is situated.

Overnight in the Thon Andrikken Hotel or similar
Day 3 Whale Safari & Whale Museum
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Whale Safari & Whale Museum

Buffet breakfast at the hotel

In the early afternoon, visit the harbour of Andenes at the Whale Watching Centre. The whales are, quite literally, one of Vesterålen’s biggest draws. Nowhere else along the Norwegian coast is the continental shelf as close to the mainland as in Vesterålen. This is an area rich in nutrition, and the only place where you are almost certain (95%) to see whales on even short trips. And the best part, Vesterålen is a year-round whale destination. Join a guided safari in summer and get a glimpse of the mighty sperm whales, or in winter to admire orcas and humpback whales. At the museum you will learn a lot about these marine mammals, and then you will depart by boat for a 2-to-4-hour safari to see the whales. You can spot them all year round thanks to the favourable climatic conditions of the islands.

Overnight in the Thon Andrikken Hotel or similar
Day 4 Andøya Island And Surroundings
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Andøya Island And Surroundings

Buffet breakfast at the hotel

Another day to explore the islands. Take the Norwegian Scenic Route that runs along the outer edge of Andøya

between Bjørnskinn and Andenes, a total distance of 58 km (Road 7698/7702/82).

On the island of Andøya you can wander along some of Norway’s most beautiful beaches and look out over the still waters of the ocean with the midnight sun as your sole companion. This is a trip that is designed for enjoyment. The road itself follows a broad shelf of cultivated land where people have put down roots between the wide ocean and the jagged peaks. If you’re lucky you might see seals, whales and eagles from your car window. In the late summer you can try tasting wonderful cloudberries on the moorland that stretches towards the mountains, or earlier in the summer you can visit the bird cliff on the island of Bleiksøya. The Gulf Stream makes for a hospitable climate and turns the ocean into an abundant source of food for a rich variety of bird and animal life. Here you can also discover some little-known highlights such as the tiny fishing village of Bleik. Between Nordmæla and Nøss you will find the rock formation Bukkekjerka, where nature itself has contrived to build a natural altar and pulpit. Andøya also provides a fine stretch of road for cyclists and if you want to view the island from the sea, there are lots of opportunities for kayaking.

Overnight in the Vesterålen Kyst Hotel or similar
Day 5 Vesterålen To Lofoten
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Vesterålen To Lofoten

Buffet breakfast at the hotel

It’s time to leave the archipelago of Vestrålen and move towards the world renowned Lofoten Islands. You will need to take a crossing ferry between Melbu and Fiskebøl.

Lofoten is particularly well known for its cod fisheries.

Between February and April, huge quantities of cod migrate to Lofoten to spawn. Throughout the centuries this has provided an economic basis for the local population. Stockfish from the Lofoten fisheries was the first export product of economic importance for Norway.

Here you are, in the Lofoten, ready to reach Leknes for an unforgettable night in an authentic rorbu, one of

the red wooden houses of fishermen, typically built on stilts on the sea.

Overnight in a rorbu at the Reine Rorbuer or similar
Day 6 The Lofoten Islands
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

The Lofoten Islands

Buffet breakfast at the hotel

Today you can discover the Lofoten islands. Regardless of the time of year, Lofoten provides a journey amid breathtaking natural surroundings. The landscape is both beautiful and stark. However, there are sheltered, protected stretches that can provide some relief from the raw, exposed areas that show their harshness when the wind is blowing hard. The combination of the untamed ocean and stormy seas, jagged alpine mountains plunging into the water, tiny, shelteredfishing villages and white beaches with crystal clear waters

will never cease to enchant us. The archipelago is made of mountains that plunge into the sea, sandy beaches,

and small fishing villages with their huts on stilts. Moreover, it offers unique colors and light. Continue your

trip to the villages of Queen, Henningsvær, and Å. Do not miss to pay a visit to the Stockfish Museum of Å.

Overnight in a rorbu at the Reine Rorbuer or similar
Day 7 Svolvær – The Capital City Of Lofoten Islands
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Svolvær – The Capital City Of Lofoten Islands

Buffet breakfast at the hotel

Take the road in the opposite direction to reach Svolvær, an important fishing port and trading center in the archipelago. If you are fond of the Vikings, do not miss a visit to the Lofotr

Vikingmuseum, which is on the way. Kabelvåg is also worth a visit, especially its art gallery and its church overlooking the sea.

Overnight in the Thon Hotel Lofoten or similar
Day 8 Lofoten Archipelago
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Lofoten Archipelago

Buffet breakfast at the hotel

Make the most of this day to explore the surroundings and perhaps take a walk along the coast. If you wish, you can join a kayak or bike excursion (optional) to discover the archipelago in a fun and active way.

Overnight in the Thon Hotel Lofoten or similar
Day 9 Svolvær To Harstad
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Svolvær To Harstad

Buffet breakfast at the hotel

If you would like some last minute visits to the museum, we would recommend to visit the Lofoten War Museum(Lofoten Krigsminnemuseum) presents a seemingly random collection of items including a lamp from the battleship Tirpitz and the handbag of Adolf Hitler’s companion Eva Braun, but it all adds up to a fascinating window into wartime life.

Another option is to visit the North Norwegian Art Centre, which is an artist-run institution that presents

contemporary visual art to a wider audience. Afternoon departure to Harstad.

Overnight in Scandic Harstad Hotel or similar
Day 10 Farewell
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Farewell

Buffet breakfast at the hotel.

Head to Harstad/Narvik airport (EVE), where you can return your rental car before leaving.

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Lofoten Islands - Fly & Drive

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Itinerary of your trip Lofoten Islands - Fly & Drive

Arrival To Norway

Vestrerålen Islands

Whale Safari & Whale Museum

Andøya Island And Surroundings

Vesterålen To Lofoten

The Lofoten Islands

Svolvær – The Capital City Of Lofoten Islands

Lofoten Archipelago

Svolvær To Harstad

Farewell

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