Active Norwegian Summer: Week of MTB & Beyond

Things to know

• What’s included?

  What you get on this adventure:

  • • An experienced Norway MTB guide(s) with extensive local knowledge of the area
    • Mountain biking and other activities (kayaking, ferry trip, river rafting) in the region of Fjord Norway
    • Accommodation in a quality, locally-owned boutique hotel based on double occupancy (6 nights)
    • Meals as indicated in the itinerary (all breakfasts and packed lunches; and 4 dinners — including a traditional Western Norwegian dinner in rustic farm)
    • Trail snacks, post-ride brews, and a local brewery tour
    • All transportation during the adventure (including airport transfers)
    • Quality equipment for all the water activities, including wetsuit, neoprene jacket and neoprene shoes

  Mountain bike rentals and single rooms are available for an added fee and can be arranged during the booking process.

  What’s not included:

  • • Airfare to Bergen
    • 2 dinners ($20-30 per dinner in local restaurants)
    • Any personal expenses (beverages in restaurants and bars, souvenirs, etc.)
    • Travel, medical, and bike insurance — highly recommended
    • Guide gratuities — optional
• How fit do I need to be?

  To participate in this guided MTB tour in Norway, you should possess a very good fitness level, ensuring they can handle around 4 hours of daily riding and climbs up to 750 vertical meters (2,450 ft). Extensive mountain biking experience and technical abilities are necessary for navigating challenging terrains with tight trees, mud, rocks, and sand. With a weekly exercise routine of approximately 6 hours, riders will fully appreciate the diverse landscapes of Norway, making this tour ideal for those with a strong foundation in mountain biking.

• What if I’ve never mountain biked before?

  This guided MTB tour in Fjord Norway requires significant mountain biking experience and technical proficiency, making it unsuitable for beginners. Participants should be comfortable with various terrains, including tight trees, rocks, and mud, and possess skills like wheel lifts over obstacles. The fitness criteria, including 4 hours of daily riding and climbs up to 750 vertical meters (2,450 ft), ensure that riders with a solid mountain biking background will thoroughly enjoy the adventure in the stunning landscapes of Fjord Norway.

• What do I need to bring?

  Here’s what you’ll need for technical MTB equipment:

  • • Well-maintained full-suspension mountain Enduro mountain bike (with roughly 150 mm front and rear travel) — can be rented (if you end up renting, you don’t need to bring any extra parts)
    • Helmet
    • Knee and elbow pads
    • Clipless pedals and shoes (if applicable, please note that renal bikes come with flat pedals)
    • Backpack with hydration system (around 1,5L to 2L water capacity)
    • Multitool (preferably with chainbreaker)
    • Tire levers
    • Small bottle of chain lube
    • Small tire pump (not a floor pump)
    • Rear derailleur hanger (at least 1, preferably 2)
    • Front and rear brake pads (1 set of each is sufficient)
    • Extra chain if your chain is more than 6 months old
    • 2-4 spare tubes
    • 2 extra spokes

  Here’s what you’ll need for riding clothes:

  • • Riding shoes (for your choice of clipless pedals or flats)
    • Jersey tops (mix of short sleeve, 3/4 sleeve and long sleeve)
    • Quick-dry cycling shorts with a quality padding
    • Full-finger bike gloves (2 pairs recommended)
    • Cycling socks (synthetic or lightweight wool)
    • Arm and leg warmers
    • Rain jacket (Gore Tex with pit-zips)
    • Windbreaker (lightweight and form-fitting)
    • Sweater (fleece and form-fitting mid layer)
    • Quick-dry weatherproof pants with zippered pockets
    • Top and bottom base layers (synthetic or lightweight wool)
    • Ear warmers (toque or headband)

  Here’s what you’ll need for leisure items:

  • • Swimwear
    • Flip-flops
    • Small camp towel (to use for swimming etc.)
    • Comfortable, casual clothes for relaxing in (such as jeans, t-shirt, hooded sweater)
    • Trail shoes or hiking boots

  Other things you’ll need:

  • • Sunglasses (clear lens and polarized lens)
    • cycling water bottle (with squirt lid)
    • camera (phone, Headcam, point and shoot)
    • Flashlight or headlamp
    • Toiletries (i.e. toothbrush and toothpaste, shampoo and conditioner, soap, feminine hygiene products etc.)
    • Sunscreen
    • Anti-bacterial wipes and anti-bacterial gel
    • Chamois creme
    • First-aid kit (ibuprofen, band-aids, Polysporin, tweezers)

  The weather in Norway during the summer months can be quite warm during the day, with cooler mornings and evenings. Temperatures can range from 15-25 °C (59-77 °F). You’ll get a more accurate packing list upon booking, which may be slightly different, depending on the season.

• Can I rent a bike?

  Yes, bike rental is available during the booking process. However, please note that the rental fleet changes frequently, so your guide can’t guarantee specific requests. If you’re particular about your bike’s features, your guide recommends bringing your own for the best experience. For renters, you can bring your pedals and/or saddle, and your guide will assist with the swap upon your arrival. Rental bikes are full suspension, 150mm or more travel (depending on size), equipped with 27.5+ wheels, a dropper post, and feature SRAM’s Eagle GX 1×12 gears and Magura MT5 hydraulic disc brakes for optimal mountain-taming capability.

• What will the accommodation and meals be like?

  Your accommodations are carefully chosen for a comfortable retreat during your multi-day adventure in Norway’s diverse landscapes. You will stay in the historic Store Ringheim, a beautifully renovated farmhouse nestled at the foot of Hanguren Mountain. Surrounded by greenery, it offers modern, spacious lodging just 3 kilometers from Voss. Please note that Store Ringheim is subject to availability, and an alternative of the same quality will be chosen if necessary.

  As for the meals, you will enjoy locally and seasonally produced cuisine, including a healthy breakfast served daily, packed lunches, and four dinners, including a traditional Norwegian dinner. Dietary restrictions and preferences can be accommodated, just let your guide know in advance. You will get to explore local restaurants on two evenings (not included). Trail snacks, post-ride brews, and a local brewery tour add delightful touches to your stay.

• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and prices:

  • • The maximum guest-to-guide ratio for this group tour is 5:1, while the maximum number of participants is 12.
    • It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate.
    • The tour needs to be booked at least 30 days prior to the trip departure.
    • The tour is confirmed to run at the latest 30 days prior to the trip departure.

  Mountain biking in Fjord Norway can be arranged for private groups. Contact us prior to booking.

  Min. age requirements:

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
    • Children as young as 13 are able to go on trips with a legal guardian. What is more, there is a youth discount for minor riders! That said, if you have a young rider strong enough to handle sustained climbs (either riding or walking their bike) of hundreds of feet, and rough terrain, then they may be able to participate on a case-by-case basis.

  If your group has riders under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Getting there and meeting location

  To get to Bergen, the starting point of your Norway ski holidays, most people fly into Bergen Flesland Airport (BGO). Many airlines fly to Bergen Airport, including KLM, Delta, SAS, Norwegian Air, Iceland Air, and Qatar Airways.

  Your guide has an airport pickup covered, just arrive on Day 1 and meet them at one of the designated pick-ups times (10:30 am, 1:30 pm or 5:00 pm).

• Safety measures in Norway

  We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance. With medical insurance, if you have an accident or medical emergency on or off the MTB trails, you’ll avoid paying out of pocket for costly expenses. This covers everything from hospital treatments to emergency air transportation and more. Travel insurance covers canceled flights, natural disasters and other scenarios that may interrupt your travel plans.

  We also expect you to respect local regulations and take measures to protect yourselves, your guides, and the communities you’re traveling to.

  If you need assistance selecting the right insurance for your group, let us know and we will be happy to help!

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  Deposits

  You can secure one of the set dates with a 30% deposit upon booking. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.

  Secure your early bird spot with a 10% deposit! This tour gets sold out very quickly, but with early-bird booking, you will be the first one to know about any new upcoming dates. Pick your preferred dates without the risk of your bucket list adventure selling out!

  • • Only 10% of the total amount should be paid as a deposit upon booking. This deposit is non-refundable, but can be transferred to another 57hours adventure anytime in case the dates don’t suit you.
    • Once the dates are set, you can confirm your booking by paying another 20% of the total amount.
    • The final balance is due 3 months (90 days) prior to departure.

  Cancellations

  Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:

  Basic

  • • In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
    • For cancellations 60 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a 70% refund of the trip price.
    • For cancellations 0-59 days before the trip, there is no refund.

  Flexible

  • • In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
    • For cancellations 60 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
    • For cancellations 30-59 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
    • For cancellations 0-29 days before the trip, there is no refund.

  Super Flexible

  • • In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
    • For cancellations 30 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
    • For cancellations 0-29 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.