Norway Trekking: the hidden gem by the Svartisen Glacier
Norway Trekking: the hidden gem by the Svartisen Glacier
The trip in a nutshell
This is a trip designed and realised entirely by an experienced WeRoad Travel Coordinator. The Coordinator takes care of the whole trip: from defining the itinerary to selecting accommodation and on-site experiences. Via WeRoad website you can book the trip and manage it in your personal area, just like any other WeRoad.
Embark on an unforgettable journey to the serene and majestic fjord by the Svartisen glacier in Northern Norway! Based in a tranquil cabin with breath-taking views of the glacier and surrounding mountains, you'll find yourself immersed in a landscape that feels like a well-kept secret.
Each day offers a new adventure, from hiking up to the glacier itself to exploring scenic trails around, including one that leads to Norway's most remote mountain cabin. When the sea allows, set sail on a RIB boat trip to one of the nearby islands, where pristine beaches and stunning views await. Finally, back at the cabin, indulge in the simple pleasures of life — bake fresh cinnamon buns, unwind in a sauna or take a refreshing dip in a glacier lake.
Whether you're seeking adventure, active relaxation, or a bit of both, Svartisen offers a unique and unforgettable experience that will linger in your heart long after you've returned home.
Travel mood
Physical effort
The hike to Norway's most remote cabin is quite long and demanding, but there is always an alternative to relax in the accommodation or go for a flat walk instead.
Entry requirements
Please visit your country's official government website to find out the necessary requirements for entering the country of destination.
Arrival and departure
This trip starts and ends in Bodø, Norway. On the first day of the trip we will meet by 6pm, on the last day you can leave whenever you like! Find out more about the meeting here!.
Group
5 WeRoaders
What's included
7 nights accommodation in shared rooms
Bus + ferry transfers
RIB boat trip to one of the surrounding islands
All breakfasts
Dinner on nights 2 and 6 cooked by a private chef
- Travel Coordinator services
Cancellation up to 31 days before departure - 100% refund (deposit refunded as a gift card) or option to change trips.
Itinerary
Welcome to the Arctic!
Arriving in Bodø
Round trip flights are not included in the package, so you can choose from where and when you want to fly. This is to give you maximum freedom of choice!
Once we arrive and check in to the hotel, we’ll have a welcome meeting to get to know each other and go over some details about the trip. After, we’ll go for dinner to savour local flavours featuring Arctic ingredients and genuine Northern Norwegian hospitality.
Not included: meals and drinks, transfers from the airport
Svartisen National Park
Exploring Bodø and travelling to Svartisen
After breakfast at the hotel, we will have the morning to explore Bodø, whatever the weather brings! Why not a short hike to Keiservarden that offers 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape, giving us a teaser of the breath-taking views we’re about to experience during the trip!
In the afternoon, we will board the local bus that will take us to Svartisen national park– the journey is famously picturesque route of mountains and valleys which will be topped by a short ferry ride to our stay. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by the Svartisen glacier as the perfect backdrop.
After settling in, we’ll enjoy a delightful dinner crafted by a private chef, allowing us to savour exquisite cuisine and discuss the plan for the next day! Don’t be surprised if you don’t feel tired yet– the midnight sun makes it feel like the night does not exist anymore 😉
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, bus + ferry transfer, welcome dinner
Money pot: taxi to Keiservarden, any entrance fees
Not included: lunch and drinks
Say Hello to the Glacier
Svartisen - the second-largest glacier on mainland Norway
Today, prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey as we hike (approx. 7km round trip) to the very edge of the majestic Svartisen Glacier. As we traverse the rugged terrain, each step brings us closer to the awe-inspiring power of this natural wonder. Feel the crisp air and cold glacier wind as we take in the moment that promises to connect us deeply with the raw beauty and force of nature.
After the hike, there is also an option to go to sauna and then take a dip into the glacier lake, if you’re not afraid to embrace the cold!
Included: overnight stay, breakfast
An Epic Hike to Tåkeheimen
Get ready to be blown away!
Today promises to be an even bigger adventure as we set out on a challenging 14-kilometer round trip hike to Tåkeheimen, Norway's most remote mountain cabin. The journey will test our stamina, but the spectacular rewards make every step worthwhile.
Upon reaching the cabin, we'll celebrate our achievement with a well-deserved cup of coffee and dig into our packed lunches, known as "matpakke." To top it off, we'll savour a "Kvikklunsj," embracing the true Norwegian spirit.
As we make our way back, the excitement continues with a delightful dinner at Brestua, a charming local restaurant nestled by the glacier lake.
It's a day of pushing limits and soaking in stunning landscapes!
Included: overnight stay, breakfast
Money pot: lunch
Not included: dinner
In case of a bad weather, the coordinator will offer alternative activities so there is always something to do, no matter the weather! :)
Unwind or Explore: A Day of Choices
It's up to you!
Phew, the day before was exhausting! Today, it's all about taking it easy and doing what feels right for each of us - whether some of us choose to relax with a good book against the stunning backdrop of the fjord, enjoy a yoga session with a certified Iyengar teacher or bake and indulge in some well-deserved cinnamon buns.
However, if some of us still have energy and can’t get enough of the beautiful hikes, we have a few far less strenuous options ready! We can head ‘Prince Olav`s Way’ to the base of the glacier river through a small forest trail or to Fonndalen – a neighbouring valley in-between the mountains that we see through the living room window.
Included: overnight stay, breakfast
RIB Boat Journey to a Scenic Island
It's time to head to the sea!
Now that we’re rested, it is time for a RIB boat trip to explore one of the surrounding islands, weather permitting. We might find ourselves heading to Rødøya, a dramatic island known for its tranquil beaches and the iconic Rødøyløva mountain, offering panoramic views that will take your breath away. Alternatively, we could venture to Bolga, famous for its mystical Bolgatinden mountain and the fascinating “eye” of Bolga known as Bolgbørra.
Whichever island we choose, we're in for a day of discovery, surrounded by the stunning beauty of Norway’s coastal treasures.
Upon return, we’ll enjoy a 3 course dinner crafted by a private chef which will be served in a traditional Norwegian barn.
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, RIB boat, dinner
Not included: lunch
Slow Morning and Return to Bodø
Final moments in paradise
As our incredible journey draws to a close, we begin our final day with a relaxing morning, perhaps savouring one of Norway's greatest treasures—delicious, freshly made waffles. It's the perfect way to soak in the last moments of tranquillity and reflect on the adventures we've shared.
In the afternoon, we'll embark on a ferry and bus ride back to Bodø, taking in the beautiful landscapes one last time. In the evening, we'll gather for a heartfelt farewell dinner, celebrating the memories we've created and the friendships we've forged.
Included: overnight stay, breakfast, bus + ferry transfer
Not included: dinner
Check-out and Farewells
It’s time to say goodbye!
And just like that, our amazing adventure wraps up. It's time to say goodbye to the stunning landscapes and the wonderful new friends we've made along the way. Have a safe trip home and see you at your next WeRoad adventure!
Not included: meals and drinks, transfers to the airport
End of WeRoad services. The itinerary may undergo some variations that differ from what is stated above. These variations may not be predictable nor depend on WeRoad’s will, i.e. climate conditions, weather, national holidays, strikes, etc.

FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.
Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!
This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!
The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator.
It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.
You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.
The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.
It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.
It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.
If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.
The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.
If you pay in advance part of the money pot before the trip for certain non-refundable optional activities, unfortunately, the amount cannot be refunded in case of trip cancellation.
We offer several payment methods to fit every need:
1. Credit or prepaid card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express);
2. Instalment payment with Scalapay up to €4,999 (only available with the “Full trip payment” option – not available with the “Deposit and balance” option; pay in 3 instalments up to €1,200 or in 4 instalments over €1,200);
3. PayPal (for selected destinations);
4. Revolut Pay to pay even faster straight from your Revolut account;
5. Welfare credit – BEFORE BOOKING, reach out to us at [email protected].
If you choose the deposit and balance option, you’ll also be able to pay the balance via bank transfer from your Personal Area.
Anyone who books a WeRoad trip has the option to cancel or modify the trip – including both the dates and the destination – free of charge up to 31 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you will receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price. (Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.) If you make a change, a price adjustment will be applied to the new trip chosen – meaning, if the new trip is cheaper, we will refund the difference; if it’s more expensive, you will need to pay the difference.
If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option. Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.
How to request a cancellation or change to your trip? Send us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp on +447716573700. Please share the booking reference for the trip you want to cancel or change, and, in case of a change, the new trip you would like to join.
In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.
For our Collection trips, which are our premium category, the accommodations are always 4 or 5-star or carefully selected boutique hotels.
The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!
If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!
Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements!
It also helps us speed up payments – imagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.
In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants.
The amount of the money pot is specified in each trip – look for this button
which will take you to a detailed breakdown for each trip, like this:
Even if we don't know the flights of all WeRoaders, there are several ways to find out which flights your travel companions have purchased.
1. Each WeRoader has the ability to communicate their flight details after booking within their personal area so that other travel companions can see the details anonymously. Enter your booking and you will find this section:
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2. If you want to find out before booking, instead, you can contact us and we will support you in your search or you can ask your travel companions for direct information by joining our Facebook group 'WeRoad... let's get to know each other before leaving! (official)' – (here is the extended link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weroadit) look for a post associated with your trip, or ask the group administrators for help in getting in touch with your future adventure companions!
If the coordinator has already been assigned to the trip you are interested in, you can easily find his/her presentation post in the group through the site: in the shift list click on 'Ask the coordinator', or in the trip tab, in the coordinator section, click on 'Ask [coordinator name] about this shift in our Facebook group'. For both cases, see the screenshots below!
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In all our groups, the Travel Coordinator and participants speak English – knowing how to speak and understand English is therefore a fundamental requirement to participate in our trips.
On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.
All our travellers are in theirs 20s, 30s and 40s. If you're very curious to know the age range of the group for a tour you're interested in, you can see this by finding the trip on our website, and clicking the down arrow to see the ages & genders of participants. You'll need to have created a WeRoad account with us to do this.
Any issues finding this info just give our team in the office a call, we're always happy to help!
Regarding the male-female ratio, this is not guaranteed and varies trip by trip.
Yes! If you're curious, you can take a sneak peek at the group before booking – although, in our opinion, that kind of spoils the surprise! You’ll find the info in the ‘Group’ section for each trip on the departures page, showing how many WeRoaders have already booked. Click the little arrow and you’ll even see their gender and ages – but hey, that’s exclusive info, so we’ll ask you to log in or sign up to see that!
Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.
There are never dorms with people outside the WeRoad group, except in certain cases for local experiences, which are specifically mentioned in the itinerary or communicated before booking. These typically involve specific nights in unique accommodations like tents, homestays, or camping, offering a more adventurous travel experience in exchange for some comfort.
During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.
The WeRoad Travel Coordinator is an experienced and skilled traveller and will be the perfect companion for your trip. They will be available for any eventuality and will manage all the logistical aspects of the itinerary (transports, timings, accommodations, meeting points, etc.), so you can enjoy the trip without any worries!
You will have the chance to get to know them when the WhatsApp group is created approximately 2 weeks before departure - this will be the moment to ask any pre-departure questions and get to know the rest of the group! If the trip you are interested in already has a Travel Coordinator assigned, you can contact them before booking – their details will be specified in the schedule or on the trip page, or you can search for their name here. After booking, you will find their contact details in your Personal Area, under ‘Bookings and Trips’ > ‘Your Upcoming Trips’ > ‘Trip Details’.
When you set off on a WeRoad trip, you’re officially a WeRoader – and as we often say, 'Once a WeRoader, always a WeRoader'. This means that once you’re part of the community, a little piece of WeRoad will always stay with you, even if you no longer travel with us.
But you’re not just a WeRoader during your trips, far from it! The community is alive and active all year round: you can stay in touch by following and interacting on our social media channels, like the Facebook group or the Instagram profile. We can also meet up for a dinner or a trek together at one of the events organised by our coordinators around the world!