Summer adventure in Jotunheimen
Join a summer adventure in Jotunheimen! Here you will find the most exciting experiences Jotunheimen and Valdres have to offer. The summer in Jotunheimen is a paradise for all outdoor enthusiasts – from alpine peaks, glaciers, Besseggen, Galdhøpiggen, Gjendevannet and Bygdinvannet, to the lush cultural landscape in the villages of Valdres.
We drive you from Oslo or Bergen straight into the mountains, where we also take care of luggage transport, and arranging accommodation in cozy mountain lodges, with local history and traditional dishes.
A paradise for the outdoor enthusiast
If you want to experience meaningful and sustainable experiences in mountain Norway, Jotunheimen and Valdres are a natural summer destination. The region offers a wide variety from easy to demanding trips, from great nature experiences and to cultural history and local culture.
What kind of trip do you want?
Explore high mountain hikes and summit hikes in Jotunheimen National Park, bike rides along Mjølkevegen and Tour de Dovre, hikes along Kongevegen – horseback riding, fishing, canoeing and kayaking.
Feel free to contact us if you do not find what you want – we will be happy to facilitate your unique summer adventure.
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Summer adventures
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Frequently Asked Questions
You probably have many questions when it comes to summer adventures in Valdres and Jotunheimen. Here we have gathered answers to the most frequently asked questions. If you are wondering about anything else, feel free to contact us.
How is the summer weather in Jotunheimen and Valdres?
In summer, the weather can change from nice summer days, mountain heat, to snowstorms on the very highest peaks. It is just as common to have to wear a thin jacket as a t-shirt, but most days are hot in the summer and it is an area with relatively little rain. Down in the villages it is of course calmer weather than when you cross the tree line, and on the high mountains in Jotunheimen. We have suggestions for detailed package lists during hikes, mountaineering and cycling tours during the summer season.
I can not find a trip I can imagine, can you make personal package tours?
Yes, we can! Contact us, to tell us more about your wishes, and we will tailor an exciting summer adventure for you.
How do I carry all my luggage between activities and accomodations?
Jotunheimen Travel takes care of your luggage between the various accommodations and activities so you can enjoy your summer adventure with just a light backpack.
Luggage transport and handling are included in all our trips in Jotunheimen.
Can children join us on this cykling tour?
Yes! As long as the child is well used to cycling, and they are large enough to cover all the kilometers in the trip description, you are welcome to take the family with the children on trips.
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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!
Transportation
The journey includes all transport to / from Oslo, and between accommodations.
Luggage transport
We will send your luggage (1x luggage per person) from accommodation to accommodation, to make your daily experiences as light and easy as possible.
Meals
Tour pension includes breakfast, packed lunch and dinner. If you want another drink for dinner or snacks / chocolate on the trip, this can be bought at the cabins. It is possible to fill the thermos with hot drinks (for a fee) and drinking bottles with water (free of charge) at all accommodation.
Accomodation
We choose our accommodations carefully with focus on cyclist specific services and delicious local food.
All accommodations offer a place to lock your bicycle, charge the battery and have some basic tools if you need to fix your bicycle.
Packing list
You will need a light backpack for day trips, preferably between 20 and 30 liters. A waterproof "duffel bag" for the rest of the luggage is recommended. The luggage is moved from place to place and may be exposed to rain and other elements during transport.
Wool socks, thin
Wool underwear or track underwear
Rain, and windproof jacket and trousers
Shirt, or sweater of wool or fleece
Rain, and windproof jacket and trousers
Lue
Buff / scarf
Mittens / cycling gloves
Cycling shorts / trousers
Shorts
T shirt
Indoor footwear
Extra underwear
Extra indoor pants
Toiletries
Toilet paper and clogged paper bags
Garbage bags
Gnawing plasters
Thermos and water bottles
Seat pads
Camera
Mobile
Charging bank
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
For self-guided bike rides:
Map and tour description
Map app on mobile - eg Norway map
Small first aid kit
Bicycle:
You are welcome to bring your own bike if you have one, or you can rent a bike from us.
All the bikes we rent out are mountain bikes with front dampers that are well adapted to the gravel roads you will be riding on. You can choose between a regular bike or an electric bike. If you want to cycle Mjølkevegen Nord, it is only possible to rent an electric bicycle. Helmet and repair kit are included in the rent. When you have arrived at your last accommodation, we will take care of the bike for you.
Do you have your own bike you want to bring?
It is possible to bring your own bike, subject to free luggage space on the bus. Enter the desired when ordering.
The roads along Mjølkevegen and Tour de Dovre mainly consist of gravel roads with some sections of path and asphalt. We recommend a so-called hardtail, ie a mountain bike with a front damper. We recommend tires with a little width and good studs. Electric bike is incredibly nice to ride Mjølkevegen with, then you get enough energy to enjoy the ride, and the nice surroundings around you. We also recommend having a mini tool set, patchwork for tires, and a mini bike pump. Then you have the opportunity to quickly move on if the injury should occur.
Bicycle rental
You are welcome to bring your own bike if you have, or you can rent a bike from us.
Renting an electric bike (Giant Talon/Giant Raom) for the Grand Tour costs NOK 5 500
Then you can rent a men's bike, a women's bike and/or a junior bike. Everyone costs the same. Junior fits height 145-165cm.
It is also possible to rent a bike trailer for NOK 1 700.
All the bikes we rent out are electric bikes with front suspention forks that are well suited to the gravel roads you will be riding on. A helmet and repair kit are included in the rent. When you have arrived at your last accommodation, we will take care of the bike for you. (It is not possible to use bikre trailer on thesse bikes).
It is also possible to rent a mountain bike (Diamant Mogul) for NOK 4 400. On these bikes you can use bike trailer, it costs NOK 3 275)
Do you have your own bike you want to bring? The roads along Mjølkevegen consist mainly of gravel roads with some sections of paths and asphalt. We recommend a so-called hardtail, its a mountain bike with front suspention fork. We recommend tyres with some width and good lugs. Electric bikes are incredibly nice to cycle Mjølkevegen with, then you get enough energy to enjoy the ride, and the nice surroundings around you. We also recommend bringing mini tool kits, patches for tires, and a mini bike pump. Then you have the opportunity to quickly move on if the accident should occur.
Trails
Mjølkevegen (the Milky Way) consist mainly of gravel roads. Partly you will cycle paved roads and as well single trails. You share the road with cars – but traffic is very limited. What you more often will meet are cows, goats and sheep along your way.
The route is well marked. However, you will get the original Mjølkevegen map from us and in addition gpx files for all routes for your own navigation.