Tour de Dovre – 5 Days

5 days, self-guided

Experience an unforgettable cycling holiday in Norway on the scenic Tour de Dovre. This route takes you at the border of three breathtaking national parks: Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella, Rondane, and Dovre. Suitable for average cyclists and active families, this tour promises captivating natural beauty and adventure.

Highlights

  • Experience 3 National parks from the bike seat
  • Pasture landscapes, rivers and mountains on gravel roads
  • Cozy mountain lodges with traditional meals

    Included

    • Luggage transport
    • 4x Accommodation x 4
    • 4x 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

    Season and Price 2026

    June – August

    Daily departures
    First departure: 19.06.2026
    Last departure: 29.08.2026

    Price:
    Person in a double room:
    NOK 10.000
    Single room supplement:
    NOK 2.900
    Children (6-12 years):
    NOK 5.800

    Tour de Dovre – cycling holiday in Norway
    Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with Tour de Dovre, a cycling escapade through the heart of Norway. This 5-day tour includes 3 days of cycling where you cycle along stunning gravel and asphalt roads, offering you breathtaking views over three national parks: Dovrefjell-Sunndalsfjella, Rondane and Dovre.

    Tour de Dovre offers a unique journey where you’ll encounter friendly farmers, curious cows, and welcoming locals. The route is thoughtfully designed, ensuring an immersive experience with well-marked trails. We take care of transporting your luggage from lodge to lodge, providing you with a lightweighted adventure. When the evening comes, enjoy cozy accommodation featuring delicious local cuisine, making each night a memorable part of your journey. Dovrefjell National Park is also the musk ox kingdom. Don’t miss out on taking part in a musk ox safari before travelling back, to maybe get the chance to observe this massive animal in its natural habitat.

    Whether you’re an avid cyclist or a well-trained family looking for a memorable vacation, Tour de Dovre caters to all. You get rental options, from standard mountain bikes to e-bikes, ensuring everyone can pick the option that suits best. Cycling enthusiasts and nature lovers, this journey is crafted just for you.

     

     

    Day to day

    Day 1: Arrival

    Transport (not included)
    Arrive on your own at Hjerkinn Fjellstue.

    We can arrange the transportation from/to Oslo if you wish. Please let us know if you’d like us to help you with this. Have a look to the add-ons for more information about the price.

    Accommodation: Hjerkinn Fjellstue

    Meals: Dinner

    Day 2: Cycling to Grimsdalshytta

    Cycling from Hjerkinn to Grimsdalshytta
    Time: 3-4 hours, Distance: 54 km, ↑ 470 meters

    The route between Hjerkinn and Grimsdalshytta follows first a forest trail to the beautiful Kvitdalen before you reach the road to Folldal. From Folldal you follow Rondane National Tourist Roads towards Grimsdalen. Here you cycle between the two national parks – Dovre National Park on one side and Rondane National Park on the other side, until you reach the accommodation for the night.

    Accommodation: Grimsdalshytta DNT-Lodge

    Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner

    Day 3: Cycling to Dombås

    Cycling from Grimsdalshytta to Trolltun
    Time: 3-5 hours, Distance: 42 kilometers, ↑ 540 meters

    From the heart of Dovre National Park, you follow the gorgeous Grimsdalen further upstream along the river Grimse. The route is relatively flat except for the last climb up to the mountain pass. From there, a steep downhill will bring you into the Gudbrandsdalen that you will follow until you reach Trolltun in Dombås, where you stay for the night.

    Accommodation: Trolltun Hotell & Hytter

    Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner

    Day 4: Cycling to Hjerkinn

    Cycling: from Trolltun to Hjerkinn Fjellstue
    Time: 2-3 hours, Distance: 33 km, ↑ 270 meters

    Follow the old mountain road through Dovrefjell. On the right side, you have the fantastic Dovre National Park and on your left side, you have Grytdalen and Snøhetta, the highest mountain in Dovrefjell. There are several lovely places to stop along the way to take pictures and have lunch.

    Accommodation: Hjerkinn Fjellstue

    Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner

    Day 5: Departure

    Transport (not included): departure on your own from Hjerkinn Fjellstue.

    If you have some more time before your departure, you can enjoy the national park from another perspective. Have a look to our add-ons for some inspiration.

    • Musk ox safari
    • Horseback riding
    • Extra night in Hjerkinn

    Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch

    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!

     

    Add on

    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 bikes are equipped with rep kit, bottle holder and flat pedals. Helmet and bike bags can be rented as well.

    E-Bike (3 days), NOK 2.600 
    Merida eBIG.NINE 300 SE or similar

    Mountain bike (3 days), NOK 1.600 
    Scott Aspect 940 or similar

    Helmet (3 days), NOK 70 

    Transport package from/to Oslo, NOK 2.000
    We always want to facilitate you to make green choices. You can choose to add train tickets from/to Oslo. The price also includes the transfer from the train station to your accommodation in Hjerkinn and back.

    Extra night in Hjerkinn
    Person in double room incl. full-board*: NOK 1.940
    Single room supplement: NOK 580

    You can choose to add an extra night at your first/last accommodation if you wish to have more time to explore the area. In this case, we recommend you picking up an activity from the list below.
    *breakfast, packed lunch and dinner

    Musk ox safari, NOK 750
    You meet at 9.40 am with your guide before getting ready for a hike in Dovrefjell National Park to search for musk ox. Depending on where the musk oxen are, you might need to hike for 1-2 hours to reach them. Since these are wild animals, it is difficult to predict how long your hike will be, but with more than 200 musk oxen in Dovrefjell, there are big chances to spot some of them. In general, it is a medium demanding hike of 7-15 kilometres which lasts between 5-6 hours. You will be back between 3-4 pm in Hjerkinn. If you are travelling by train, you should not book a train departure before 6 pm.

    Riding, daytrip, NOK 1.900 (tue, wed, fre, sun)
    You meet with your guide at the stable in Hjerkinn at 9.30 am where you will be given a horse for the day. Saddle on and head out for an unforgettable horse ride surrounded by beautiful nature. Bring with you a packed lunch and something to drink for the day. The tour ends by 3-4 pm.

    NB: weight limit of max. 90 kg per participant on this tour, as you will ride on Icelandic Horses which are quite small.

     

    Important details

    To fully enjoy your cycling 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, 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.

    Accommodation

    At Hjerkinn and Trolltun you will get a private bathroom with a toilet and shower. Grimsdalshytta is part of DNT (The Norwegian Trekking Association). Here you’ll meet a hut atmosphere where there are private rooms with bunk beds and shared bathrooms.

    Hjerkinn Fjellstue:
    Hjerkinn Fjellstue og Fjellridning in Dovrefjell National Park is Norway’s oldest mountain lodge with a long tradition of hosting travellers and well renown in the area. Hjerkinn Fjellstue is an active farm and is famous as well for providing excellent riding courses and tours on Icelandic horses. 

    Grimsdalshytta DNT-Lodge:
    Grimsdalshytta is a charming and scenic mountain lodge of DNT nestled in the heart of spectacular Grimsdalen, a lush valley between Rondane and Dovrefjell national parks. Built originally in 1923 and restored in the 80s, the hut takes the name from the river Grimsa and it’s known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, rich cultural history and stunning views in the heart of the norwegian wilderness.  

    Trolltun Gjestegård:
    Located north of the centre of Dombås, Trolltun Gjestegård is a charming retreat with typical wooden architecture. Built in 1984 as a sport hotel for elite sportsmen in cross country and biathlon, nowadays hosts guests looking for quiet retreat. The traditional Norwegian architecture and cozy interiors create a warm and inviting atmosphere, making guests feel right at home. 

    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 to lunch for the day. It is possible to fill a thermos, check with the accommodation. 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.

    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
    Kilometers: 20-65 kilometres
    Altitude: 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 ride a bit in rough terrain. 1-2 daily stages can reach up to 60 kilometres and over 1000 altitude meters. There may be somewhat longer climbing stages. If the Easy level suits you with a traditional 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

    This tour does not include transport.

    But we are happy to make it easy for you to travel green. Enjoy the journey by train from the capital, Oslo, to Hjerkinn in the heart of the mountains of Dovrefjell. Dovrebanen takes you along lakes, valleys, rivers, and beautiful landscapes before heading to the mountains. When you arrive in Hjerkinn, you’ll be picked up at the train station.

    Share your travel plans with us, and we’ll take care of the arrangements, ensuring you a stress-free experience.

    NB: Please contact us if you wish to travel with your own bike. The space for bikes on trains is limited and needs to be booked in advance, this will cost extra. We will be happy checking it out for you and helping you with this, if you wish to travel by train.

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