From and back to Oslo, this five-day point to point itinerary will take you to the capital’s North-West. An adventure between fjords, lakes, forests, and unforgettable gravel tracks, this is the perfect introduction to what Scandinavian gravel biking has to offer.
5 days / 4 nights - starting from 2490 €
Get ready for an exceptional adventure in Norway! This five-day point to point itinerary will take you through breathtaking panoramas: fjords, lakes, forests, and iconic gravel paths await you! You'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture by sharing unique moments with other gravel enthusiasts.
GravelUp's strengths:
A local guide who will take you to discover their territory like no one else. They will accompany you at every step of this exploration to unveil the secrets of the wild Norwegian lands.
Carefully selected routes that combine sport, pleasure, and discovery on the most beautiful Spanish trails.
Comfortable accommodation and gourmet cuisine.
A support van: luggage transportation, technical assistance, refreshments.
The possibility to rent high-quality gravel bikes: muscular or electric.
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Possibility to privatise the group from 8 people - contact us for more information.
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For regular cyclists in search of athletic challenges and discoveries, this adventure is tailor-made for you!
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: We’ll meet at the Oslo Airport followed by a welcome drink and bike handover at Fara's Cycling Center. A first 40 km ride through Nordmarka, the famous wilderness area around Oslo, will kick off your journey and take you to our first stop north of Oslo. Immediate immersion into Norwegian nature is guaranteed.
Day 2: We start by crossing the charming town of Torpo before heading towards the magnificent Hemsedal mountains. 90 km of joy through typical hamlets and their small houses, wild mountains, on the slopes of the Milky Way. You'll cross the splendid forest expanses to arrive at Gomobu where you'll spend the night.
Day 3: A yoga session to start the day right, followed by a 75 km stage with a superb route up to the Slettefjell viewpoint, offering an exceptional panorama of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The road between lakes and mountains will make you feel the vastness of the Nordic territories, before reaching the next stop: Grønolen Fjellgard.
Day 4: 70 km following the fjords that venture into lakes nestled in the Norwegian mountains. One of the highlights of the day is the Valdresflye mountain plateau, one of the highest road plateaus in Northern Europe. You will then head East along Jotunheimvegen to reach Dalseter, where a typical meal and a beautiful last evening together await you!
Day 5: Enjoy this last day on the bike, 60 km past Fefor and Gålå, up to Fåvang, along the scenic Peer Gynt paths. We will share one last lunch in nature before heading back to Oslo, reflecting on the incredible adventure we have experienced together!
We select local guides who are passionate about their region for you. With anecdotes, encounters, and sharing of experiences, our guide will ensure that you have an unforgettable stay and, above all, that you absorb as much as possible of this fabulous region.
Spoken languages: French, English
Our guide will make sure you are safe and will share with you various tips and tricks on how to ride the Scandinavian trails.
You will be able to ride the F/Gravel bike made by the local brand Fara Cycling. This bike is a purpose built gravel bike designed to take you to the most incredible places. Extremely capable of tackling the toughest terrain, with wide tire clearance, low standover height and Fara Cycling’s own Integrated Bikepacking System.
Interested in an electric bike? Our electric-assist bikes from the French brand Origine are also available for rent and await you directly on-site!
This trip in Norway is suitable for regular cyclists.
This stay is for you if:
You engage in physical activity several times a week.
You are capable of undertaking bike rides of at least 4 hours.
Having experience in multi-day bike touring is a plus.
By plane: Oslo airport (shuttle at noon / return at 5pm)
By train: Oslo Central train station (shuttle at noon / return at 5pm)
By car: Meet us directly at Fara cycling experience center, Hoffsveien 10A, Skøyen, 0275 Oslo. (from 3pm)
As soon as you arrive, our teams will take care of you and drive you directly to Fara cycling experience center in the heart of Oslo where the experience will begin.
Your stay starts at 3pm and ends at around 3pm on Sunday.
Equipment
Yes, our trips will go on paths and small roads where neither road bikes nor mountain bikes will be suitable.
You can bring your own gravel bike or hire one from ours. Our well specced bikes with tubeless tires means a much lower risk of punctures and mechanical problems during your trip.
Practicalities
For Adventurer and Escape trips your luggage will remain at the base camp, where you will sleep each evening.
For Explorer trips your luggage will be transported by us between your accommodation each day.
Booking
You can change the date of your trip free of charge up to 30 days before departure. You can also cancel at any time before the start of the trip subject to payment of a cancellation fee. If the cancellation occurs:
More than 90 days prior to Departure => Receive a Refund of 75% of all payments already made (including deposits) OR a Trip Credit of 100%
Between 61 and 90 days prior to Departure => Receive a Refund of 50% of all payments already made (including deposits) OR a Trip Credit of 75%
Between 31 and 60 days prior to Departure => Receive a Refund of 25% of all payments already made (including deposits) OR a Trip Credit of 75%
30 days or less prior to Departure => No Refund OR Trip Credit of 50%
Please note that a Trip Credit cannot be converted to a refund at a later date.
To protect yourself against last minute cancellation, we advise you to subscribe to our cancellation insurance through our partner Chapka insurance, with a guarantee which also covers you in case of contracting the Covid-19. Please note that such insurance can only be subscribed within 48 hours following the order of your trip. Subscription link available here.
Important: the realisation of the trip is conditional on the registration of a minimum number of participants to guarantee the departure. We commit ourselves to confirm a trip at the latest 30 days before the departure date. In the event that the trip cannot take place because the minimum number of participants is not reached, you will be reimbursed for any sums paid but will not be entitled to any compensation. You will be informed by email whether or not a trip is confirmed.
My friends offered me a 5-day gravel trip in Norway with GravelUp. It was a wonderful experience that I highly recommend to all cycling enthusiasts looking for a change of scenery and a good atmosphere. Top-notch organization and super-friendly team. Thank you Thomas G.
I adore GravelUp, simply put. To date, I've had three trips with them, all fantastic client experiences and great places to ride. I will be back for more. Well-thought-out routes, caring and attentive managers and guides, great food, and all about the joy of the sport instead of just watts. Highly recommended!
Peter N.
An Unforgettable Cycling Adventure! I joined as a guide and had the pleasure of five days with great cyclists from US and France, getting to know them and riding the great roads of Norway with them. What Olivier and his team have created is so good, I love the atmosphere!
Lars K.
The photos on the website describing the 5-day adventure in Norway made us want to take part in this trip. The "real" landscapes are even more magical and majestic! Firstly, bravo to Gravel up for all the initial organization, and secondly for their ability to adapt!
Eric L.
Welcome to a long weekend in Oslo, between fjord and forests. With just a few pedal strokes, we’ll take you to Normarka, Østmarka and Sognsvann, gorgeous woodlands and a gravel biking paradise.
Our team has designed three routes to satisfy all types of riders, from sporty riders to bikepacking enthusiasts.
Together we go for a 3 to 5 days adventure, to discover breathtaking landscapes of the Oslo region. During your adventure, GravelUp takes care of everything for an unforgettable gravel experience: comfortable accommodations, breakfasts, meals and snacks adapted to the effort of cycling.
But not only that: our guides will introduce you to some of the local figures for some authentic and picturesque gourmet breaks. All you have to do is choose your formula and prepare your gravel for this memorable expedition.
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