Activity holidays in Norway

Stunning countryside and a reliable coating of snow throughout the winter months make Norway an ideal combination for a winter activity holiday. Children of all ages (and many grown-ups) never get tired of just playing in the snow - but if you want to see more then cross country skis are the best way to explore - followed by a relaxing evening in from of a roaring log fire.

Located on the western part of the Scandinavian peninsular, sharing borders with Sweden, Finland and Russia, lies Norway, the 'land of the midnight sun'. It has a certain rugged exterior, and is home to mountain ranges, dramatic glaciers, spectacular fjords and mediaeval churches. It has some of Europe's finest and wildest landscapes with deep alpine and spruce forests, river valleys, waterfalls and mountain plateaux - ideal for a get away from it all activity holiday. Norway has a long and fascinating history, with the first viking settlers descending upon the land during the 9C. With a population of only just over 4 million, Norway remains one of the most sparsely inhabited countries in Europe today.

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Cross-country skiing at Venabu
Norway: Gudbrandsdalen

Cross-country skiing at Venabu

A friendly, family-run hotel in a spectacular setting, offering complete escapism. Totally reliable snow and a good chance of seeing the Northern Lights, especially in December and January, make for a truly magical Norway winter holiday.

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JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeK07NV
  • Holiday typeWinter snow holiday
  • Duration7 nights, single centre
  • Excellent for
  • From US$2885per person, tour only

  • 259 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All meals
  • Route notes provided
  • Flights from London (if booking incl. flights)
Guided Walking in Venabu
Norway

Guided Walking in Venabu

Wild, untouched landscapes – vast mountain plateaux, dramatic canyons, glistening waterfalls, crystal clear lakes, this is Norway's vast yet beautiful, untouched wilderness at its very best, ready to be explored from your base at the Venabu Fjellhotel.

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JFMAMJJASOND

  • Holiday codeW07VB
  • Holiday typeGuided walking
  • Duration7 nights, single centre
  • Activity level
  • Excellent for
  • From US$3605per person, tour only

  • 9 Reviews
  • All accommodation
  • All buffet breakfasts, 6 picnics including filled flasks and buffet evening meals
  • Led by experienced local guide
  • Flights from London (if booking incl. flights)