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Cross-Country Skiing Week from Lodge to Lodge in Valdres

7 days, Self-guided

Kamben and Gomobu Lodges in Valdres offer a winter paradise for cross-country skiing. Kamben has 320 km of groomed trails through forests and open landscapes, while Gomobu offers varied terrain for all levels. Guests can enjoy self-guided tours, and midweek, ski between the lodges with luggage transport, enhancing the experience without the burden of carrying belongings.

Highlights

  • Hundreds of kilometres of groomed tracks
  • Change of accommodation by ski with luggage transport
  • Delicious local food
  • Traditional accommodation

Included

  • Bus transport from/to Oslo

  • Accommodation x 6

  • Breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner x 6

  • Detailed tour description

  • Map

Season & Prices 2025

February – April

Sundays to Saturdays

First Arrival day: 09.02.2025
Last Arrival day: 13.04.2025

Price
Adult in Double room:
NOK 14.350
Children, 6-12 years:
NOK 7.650

Singelroom supplement:
NOK 3.000

Map

Below you will find practical information about this trip.
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Day to day

Day 1: Arrival

Transport

Bus from Oslo to Fagernes. At the village of Fagernes, we will pick you up to bring you to the Kamben lodge (30 min transfer).

Activity

Depending on arrival time, you can inspect the surroundings, test your ski, or even do a short ski tour.

Day 2 - 3: Skiing in Kamben

Daily ski tours

From the Kamben lodge, you have access to more than hundred kilometres of groomed tracks. You will receive from us a description of five tracks you can choose from every day. The daily tours are 15 – 30 km in length and have different difficulty rates. All tours are well marked and in addition, you will receive a map for orientation and more practical advice.

Since the weather and snow situation can change, the local knowledge at the lodge is necessary to make a good decision for the daily ski tour. Talk to your host.

Evening

In the evening you can relax in the lounge, try out the sauna, and enjoy a good dinner.

Day 4: Ski tour lodge to lodge

Ski tour lodge to lodge

Today you will have the opportunity to ski on your own on groomed tracks to the second accommodation of your cross country week in Valdres. Your luggage will go separately so that you can embark to a longer daytrip from Kamben to Gomobu. The distance of approximately 30 km is even for beginner’s god to go and gives you a glimpse of longer winter trips in Scandinavia. A little ski adventure between these lodges in a winter wonderland perfect for longer day trips on cross country skis. If the weather is not delivering or just if you like, you can choose to go to Gomobu by car transfer.

Evening

In the evening you can relax in the lounge, try out the sauna, and enjoy a good dinner.

Day 5 - 6: Skiing in Gomobu

Daily ski tours

From the Gomobu lodge, you have access to more than hundred kilometres of groomed tracks. You will receive from us a description of five tracks you can choose from every day. The daily tours are 15 – 30 km in length and have different difficulty rates. All tours are well marked and in addition, you will receive a map for orientation and more practical advice.

Since the weather and snow situation can change, the local knowledge at the lodge is necessary to make a good decision for the daily ski tour. Talk to your host.

Evening

In the evening you can relax in the lounge, try out the sauna, and enjoy a good dinner.

Day 7: Departure

Departure

Cardrive to Fagernes and Bus from Fagernes to Oslo

Add-on

Ski rental
NOK 750

Rent a pair of cross-country skiis for the hole week (6 days).
Included: Classic non-wax skies, boots, and poles.

If you want skiis with skins the price is NOK 1500 per set. 

Ski course  
NOK 1595

90.min

Transfer Kamben to Gomobu

NOK 400

If you would like to do the transfer from Kmaben to Gomobu by car instead of going by ski

Go to Bergen instead of Oslo
NOK 150

You can choose to end your trip in Bergen instead of Oslo. Then you will skip the last cruise to Bygdin and take the bus from your last accommodation.

Extra night in Oslo
Price on request

If you are interested to see the capital of Norway, or your flight is arriving late, you can ad one extra night in Oslo, including breakfast. You can also ad it on the end of the trip.

Important Details

To fully enjoy your skiing adventure in the mountainous areas, it’s important to dress appropriately for the weather conditions and local temperatures. For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend wearing warm, waterproof clothing, and bringing sunscreen and sunglasses.  

The winter season starts with short days with daylight, but then you will get a lot of clear starry sky, and if you are lucky even northern light. Bring a headlamp and ski in the dark! From around mid Febuary, you will get longer days. And in the spring on warm days, it can even be possible to ski in a bikini.

Accommodation

Kamben

Has 40 rooms with peasant romantic style. The kitchen is of a high standard with good homemade food based on local ingredients. Dinner is 5 courses and breakfast has a great buffet. They also have the curiosity of whisky tasting or their own wine, for those who want to try this. 

Gomobu Mountain Lodge

The lodge is situated in the mountains at 950 m.a.s.l. in the popular cabin region of Vaset in the inland of Norway. From the lodge, you have access to more than 140 kilometers of groomed tracks for cross-country skiing.

You will stay in a double or single room with a private bathroom. Here you have access to the sauna, lounge, and restaurant with a wonderful view over the mountains.

Meals

Breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner are included. Lunch you will do yourself at the breakfast buffet and you can fill up warm tea or other drinks for your thermos bottle for the day. Dinner is served as a 3-course dinner.

Our chefs are using ingredients from local farmers to prepare traditional Norwegian food in a modern style – after your day’s activity for sure another highlight during your stay.

Ski Tracks

The tracks run through varied, rolling terrain, from spruce and birch forests up to the high open plains with wounderful views. The forest tracks offer protection from windy and snowy weather while the tracks on the mountain plateau offer wide views on fine days. In general, the tracks in Vaset are easy to intermediate with not too long and not too steep ascends and easy, fun downhill runs and flat parts in between. They fit everyone from beginners and families to competing skiers who come here for exercise. All routes are well described.

Difficulty

Easy-Medium

This is a trip very easy to adjust to your skill level at cross-country skies. It is advisable that you have tried cross-country before, but not required.

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

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.