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Hike Stavanger
A WEEKEND IN THE STUNNING NORWEGIAN MOUNTAINS SEEING THE FAMOUS PREIKESTOLEN (PULPIT ROCK) WATERFALLS & MUCH MORE
Season: End of May - October Board: Half-board Nights: Four Group Size: Minimum 8, with transport back to Stavanger
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There is no doubt that Norway’s hiking capital is Stavanger. Offering world famous hiking attractions like Preikestolen - Pulpit Rock, the boulder at Kjerag and the spectacular waterfall at Månafossen, it is no wonder Hollywood production crews have chosen the mountains around Stavanger as the backdrop for movies such as Mission Impossible. With that in mind, we have put together a stunning hiking weekend package, that is fully guided with minibus transport that ensures you can experience the full range of hiking adventures during your packed weekend.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Sunrise Hike of the stunning Pulpit Rock • Månafossen waterfall • Dalsnuten is the most visited peak on the east side of Gandsfjorden • Hike the amazing boulder at Kjerag
DAY 1
Arrive in Stavanger
On arrival at Stavanger Airport Sola, guests will be greeted and transferred on the short journey to the downtown Thon Hotel Maritim. Guests can then enjoy free time ahead of dinner that will take place at one of the many amazing restaurants in the city.
DAY 2
Sunrise hike of the stunning Pulpit Rock with dinner at Firelake
Following and early breakfast, guests will join together on a twilight-guided hike to Preikestolen and catch the sun rising over the amazing Lysefjord, one of Norway’s most spectacular fjords.
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After an early-morning pick-up, your adventure will begin with a 30-minute transfer to the base of the hiking trail, including driving the world´s longest undersea road tunnel. After a short briefing, you’ll embark on your journey to Preikestolen. After approximately 2.5 hours of hiking, you’ll reach the Preikestolen plateau just before sunrise. After finding yourself a comfortable place to relax, you’ll watch as the first beams of sunlight climb over the horizon and illuminate the Lysefjord’s steep mountain walls.
If conditions permit, on the way back down the trail, your guide will follow an alternate route to Preikestolen Mountain Lodge, which will take about 2-2.5 hours. Because it’s not found on any maps, the alternative trail avoids the crowds that typically ascend the mountain during the early afternoon, and therefore offers guests a more secluded experience. Back at the trailhead/Preikestolen Mountain Lodge, you’ll enjoy freshly-baked bread and a welldeserved (and delicious!) bowl of homemade soup before being transported back to Stavanger.
After such an early start, guests can either relax back at the hotel or spend the hours before dinner to go exploring the city by themselves.
Dinner will be taken at the Firelake, a
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contemporary grill restaurant concept, born in Minnesota and now available in Stavanger, known for its North American roots with a Nordic influence and located in the heart of the city.
DAY 3
Step out to Sandnes
After breakfast, guests will head to the neighbouring city of Sandnes and take a leisurely hike of Dalsnuten, the most visited peak on the east side of Gandsfjorden. It is an easy walk, but offers fantastic panoramic views of the region. Following this hike, you will then head to Månafossen, and climb up the mountain to be met at the top by one of Norway’s most amazing waterfalls. Guests will return back to their hotel, freshen up and then be treated to dinner at Ostehuset, one of the best café style restaurants in Stavanger.
DAY 4
Kjerag
Following breakfast, guests will head to Kjerag, to undertake a challenging hike of the Ryfylke region, starting off at “The Eagle’s Nest” base camp your hike will deliver stunning views of Lysefjord before reaching the famous Kjerag Rock, where you will have an incredible photograph opportunity.
After the lunch break, your guide will lead you back down to the Eagle’s Nest, which takes approximately 2 hours. You’ll then begin your 3-hour journey back to Stavanger. The guide will navigate over a mountain pass through the municipality of Sirdal and onward to the valley of Byrkjedal and the Byrkjedalstunet, which has been described as a miniature version of Norway. The site includes a charming country hotel, a restaurant that serves traditional Norwegian cuisine, and a small-scale candle factory that also serves as an outlet for local artisans. You’ll have an opportunity to purchase traditional, hand-made arts & crafts, artisanal foods, wool designer wear, and carved wood souvenirs, amongst other treasures. This part of the tour lasts about 30 minutes.
Guests will return back to their hotel and have dinner in the city.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Four Star hotel accommodation half-board in the Thon Hotel Maritim, located in the heart of Stavanger. The hotel features stunning views of Breiavatnet lake and is in within walking distance of all the shopping, nightlife, cultural, and entertainment options that downtown Stavanger has to offer. The hotel has excellent dining in its in-house restaurant • Fully guided tour • All activities and excursions • Airport transfers
DAY 5
Departure
Following breakfast guests will transfer back to Stavanger Airport Sola.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on tour operator net pricing, ground handling, tour guide & destination management, please contact Region Stavanger on T: +47 51 85 92 00,
