Mjølkevegen Grand Tour
8 Days | Self-guided | Cycling | Summer | Jotunheimen
If you’d like to get the most in-depth experience of the Mjølkevegen, the Grand Tour is the perfect option for you. This 8-day self-guided bicycle tour covers all the highlights of the Mjølkevegen while taking you from the wooded Lemonsjøen in the North, through Norway’s highest mountain range in Jotunheimen and to the beautiful rural region of Valdres in the southern part. You cycle mostly on fine gravel roads, with short stretches of asphalt and trails. The route covers approximately 260 kilometers in total. In the evening, you stay in cozy lodges serving delicious food, making sure that you are all set and recovered for your next day on the saddle. The distances per day are suitable for most cyclists and for every kind of bike, from the analog one to the electrical one. For leisure cyclists, we recommend using an e-bike for more comfort as this is a hilly route.
Highlights
- The scenic Jotunheimvegen
- Boat ride with M/B Bitihorn
- Norwegian summer farm culture
Including
- Bus transport from Oslo
- Transfer and train from Golsfjellet to Oslo
- Luggage transport
- Boat cruise with M/B Bitihorn
- 7x Accommodation
- 7x Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner
- JVB App with access to maps, tracks, vouchers and all necessary travel documents
- Organizational support and backup from our team
- CO2 compensation
Excluded
Bike transport, when bringing your own bike
Season and Price 2027
June – September
Daily departures
First arrival: 22.06.2027
Last Arrival: 06.09.2027
Price:
Per person in double room:
NOK 23.500
Single room suppl.:
NOK 6.000
Mjølkevegen – Norway’s Most Beautiful Cycling Tour
Mjølkevegen is widely recognised as one of the most beautiful cycling routes Norway has to offer, and The Grand Tour will give you one of the best possible experiences of this region in Valdres. On this exciting and adventure-filled trip, you’ll see some of the best highlights and hidden gems in and around Mjølkevegen – and it’s definitely a cycling holiday you’ll never forget.
Map
Day to Day
Practical Information
Below you will find practical information about this trip.
Can not find what you are looking for? See our frequently asked questions page, or send us an email – we will help you!
Bike Rental
When you rent a bike from us, you can pick it up at your first accommodation and leave it at the last one. The price includes a helmet, lock, a rep kit and the bike transfer back to Lemonsjøen. All pedals are flat. On this trip, you can choose from an e-bike, a gravel bike or a mountain bike.
E-Bike, 8 days*: NOK 6.900
Olympia, Performer 900 (or similar)
Battery: Powernine 900Wh
Motor: Oli sport (85 Nm)
Tires: 29×2.6’’
Control, EON EQ (or similar)
Battery: 800Wh
Motor: Oli Egde (90 Nm)
Tires: 29×2.4’’
Gravel Bike, 8 days*: NOK 4.300
Olympia Handy 20S (or similar)
Frame: Double-butted 6061 aluminium
Tires: Schwalbe G-One COMP 45-622
Groupset: Shimano GRX
Front and rear der: Shimano RX400
Cassette: 11×39
Mountain Bike, 8 days*: NOK 4.100
Giant Talon 1 (or similar)
Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminium
Tires: Kenda Booster 27.5 or 29×2.4’’
Groupset: Shimano Deore M4100
Rear der: Shimano Deore M5120
Cassette: 11×42
*Including bike transfer back to Lemonsjøen
Important details
To fully enjoy your cycling adventure in the mountainous areas, it’s important to dress accordingly to the weather conditions and local temperatures. For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend wearing warm, waterproof clothing, sturdy shoes for cycling, and bringing sunscreen and sunglasses.
Luggage Transport
We will send your luggage from lodge to lodge, so you only need to bring a daypack. One piece of luggage of max 23 kg per person is included in your package.
Add on
Travel to Bergen instead of Oslo: NOK 190
You can choose to end your trip in Bergen instead of Oslo. Then you will take the train from Gol in the opposite direction and experience the famous Bergen Railway.
Bergen Railway, Flåmsbana and fjord cruise to Bergen : NOK 1.990
When ending your trip in Bergen, you can choose to combine the Bergen Railway with the unique Flåmsbana from Myrdal to Flåm, followed by a beautiful fjord cruise along the Sognefjord all the way to Bergen. This is a perfect way to also experience Norway’s beautiful and deep fjords. If you choose this option, you will arrive late around 9 pm at your final destination.
Extra night in Oslo, Flåm or Bergen: Prices on request
If you are interested in seeing the biggest Norwegian cities or by spending some time by the fjords, you can add nights before or after your cycling trip. We recommend it for more time to explore and a stress-free travel.
Accommodations
Lemonsjø Fjellstue:
Lemonsjøen fjellstue offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. The air is crisp and clean, with the sounds of birds and wildlife providing a peaceful soundtrack. The cozy cabins and warm hospitality of the staff assure you a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Ruten Fjellstue:
Ruten has been welcoming tourists since 1939. Berit and Arthur, who own and run the lodge today, are the 3rd hosts generation. The kitchen is the heart of the lodge, which preferably serves local ingredients, based on recipes that have been used for generations, but with new twists.
Bygdin Høifieldshotel:
This hotel has a long tradition of hosting active mountain people who want to visit Jotunheimen. Even tho many rooms were renovated you will get a historical atmosphere. The food is for sure to be the highlight of your stay. Delicious dinners are made from local ingredients and served with love.
Filefjellstuene:
Here you will get a cozy cabin feeling. Food is served in the main building close by. Once a traditional mountain farm, now a modern mountain lodge with comfortable rooms in cabins with ensuite bathrooms, and a great restaurant in the main lodge.
Syndinstøga:
Syndinstøga is a charming mountain lodge nestled in the peaceful surroundings of Syndin, offering wide views of open landscapes and easy access to Mjølkevegen—one of Norway’s most scenic cycling routes. The area has a long history tied to traditional farm life. Surrounded by unspoiled nature, it’s an ideal spot for those looking to unwind, explore, or simply enjoy the calm of the mountains. The lodge features both a café and a restaurant.
Gomobu Mountain Lodge:
Known for its cozy atmosphere and friendly hosts, Gomobu is a welcoming mountain lodge on the edge of Valdresfjellet. The lodge serves tasty, locally sourced food that reflects the region’s traditions and flavours. Guests can choose from a variety of accommodation options, including comfortable modern rooms in the main lodge and fully equipped cabins suitable for families and groups.
Kamben Høyfjellshotell:
Kamben Hotel, located on Golsfjellet, is a charming mountain hotel with a long tradition of hospitality and a cozy, relaxed atmosphere. The welcoming hosts make sure guests feel at home from the moment they arrive. The hotel is known for its excellent cuisine, offering delicious five-course dinners made from locally sourced ingredients that reflect the tastes of the region.
Meals
All restaurants offer food based on local ingredients. For breakfast there will be buffet. Here you also need to make yourself a packed lunch that you bring for the day. Use your beeswax food wrap which you recieve from us on arrival. It is possible to fill a thermos, check with the accommodation on how to do this. Dinner will be served in the afternoon/evening
Route
Gravel/trail
Most of the trail follows well-maintained gravel roads, which may have occasional potholes but are generally in good condition. There are also some brief sections on asphalt or trails.
You will receive an access to our JVB-app before travelling. This one contains GPX-files, itineraries description and detailed information for your trip.
Difficulty
Medium
Kilometres: 20-65 kilometres
Elevation: up to 1000 meters elevation
Terrain: fine gravel roads or asphalt, can be short sections with a path
Trips are mainly on good gravel or asphalt roads, but there may be shorter sections where you will have to wheel a bit in rough terrain. 1-2 daily stages can reach up to 60 kilometers and over 1000 altitude meters. There may be somewhat longer climbing stages. If the Easy level suits you with a pedal bike, you can perhaps manage the Medium level with an e-bike
Equipment list
When you book with us, we’ll provide you with a packing list to ensure you have all the necessary clothing and gear.
Transport
Travel with public transportation from the city to Valdres and Jotunheimen! We use busses or trains wherever possible, which generally results in lower greenhouse-gas emissions per passenger than travelling the same route alone in a petrol or diesel car.
Experience the convenience of choosing from various departure times and travel destinations along our express bus routes. Share your travel plans with us, and we’ll take care of the arrangements, ensuring a stress-free experience for you.
NB: Please contact us if you wish to travel with your own bike. Not all buses allow the transport of bikes, and it will cost extra. We will be happy checking it out for you and helping you with this.
Sustainability – CO2 Emissions
Sustainability is at the core of what we do, ensuring that our adventures leave as little impact on nature as possible. By reducing emissions and making conscious choices, we live up to our Travelife certification and strive to protect the environment for future generations. To provide transparency, we include this emissions breakdown on every product page, giving you insight into the carbon footprint of your trip. The number of CO2 in kg you can see in the graph, we add and offset every month for each activity that was undergone. Read more here on how we do this.













