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Snowcoach adventure in norway
This is one for the bucketlist! Visit the magic, unavailable Eidsbugarden midwinter with the nostalgic snowcoaches. The popular snowcoaches connect the people living in adventurous Eidsbugarden with the civilization, and this is the only way to get this far into the winter snow covered mountains of Norway.
Snowcoach to Eidsbugarden
Jotunheimen, home of the giants, is a mystical region with many stories about beings that guide our fortunes. Trolls, huldras and giants live here with the highest mountains in Norway. And in winter, when the snow and cold make Jotunheimen to an uninhabitable area, there are still people who hold out.
Now you can be a part of this tough adventure!
Frequently Asked Questions
You probably have a lot of questions when it comes to our snowcoach adventures. Here we have gathered answers to the most frequently asked questions. If you are wondering about anything else, feel free to contact us.
Does the snowcoaches run regardless of the weather?
The tracked vehicles run almost regardless of the weather. As long as you do not hear anything from us, you should show up as normal. If there is a danger that the tracked vehicles will be adjusted, you will be contacted.
Does the tracked vehicle drive over the water?
No, the tracked car route mainly follows the summer road. Where the route deviates from the road, we are always on the mainland.
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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.