Discover Lofoten: Ultimate Self-Drive Journey

Take an unforgettable self-drive through stunning landscapes, dramatic mountains, turquoise waters, charming villages, and scenic coastlines. Drive picturesque roads and iconic bridges to explore hidden spots, with full freedom to stop for hikes, photography, local cuisine, and unique viewpoints.

Duration

10 Days / 9 Nights

PRICE

4,521

PEOPLE GOING

122+ Booked

PACKAGE

Itinerary

Itinerary Details
  1. 1
    Arrival in Evenes (Evenes Airport → Sortland)

    Arrival at Evenes Airport: collect luggage and pick up rental vehicle for self-drive trip.

    Drive to Sortland for your first night. If time permits, stroll around town and enjoy the Arctic coastal atmosphere.

    Drive: ~132 km / ~82 mi (~2 hrs). Overnight in Sortland.

  2. 2
    Exploring Vesterålen

    Breakfast at hotel. Explore Vesterålen Islands: drive north to Andøya & Andenes. Optional activities: visit Whale Museum, join whale-watching tour (sperm, minke, pilot, humpback whales, porpoises), puffin safari from Bleik, or scenic coastal hike. Explore historic Nyksund village.

    Drive: ~200 km / ~124 mi round trip (~4–5 hrs). Overnight in Sortland.

  3. 3
    Further Exploration of Vesterålen

    Breakfast at hotel. Explore Vesterålen at leisure: drive along Andøya’s west coast, short hikes, or village visits. Optional whale watching or bird safaris. Capture Arctic landscapes with photography stops.

    Drive: Flexible (~150–200 km / ~93–124 mi). Overnight in Sortland.

  4. 4
    Sortland → Svolvær

    Breakfast at hotel. Drive south along E10 scenic road to Svolvær in Lofoten.

    Check into traditional-style cabins at Svinøya Rorbuer. Optional activities: sea kayaking or exploring surrounding islands at leisure.

    Drive: ~120 km / ~75 mi (~2 hrs). Overnight in Svolvær.

  5. 5
    Gaustablikk Exploration & Rjukan Town (Svolvær Area Exploration)

    Breakfast at hotel. Discover jagged peaks, fjords, cliffs, and white-sand beaches around Svolvær.

    Optional excursions: Trollfjorden tour by motorboat, zodiac, or kayak with sea eagle sightings. Explore town harbour and local culture.

    Flexible local driving. Overnight in Svolvær.

  6. 6
    Svolvær → Reine

    Breakfast at hotel. Drive through heart of Lofoten along E10 toward Reine, passing fishing villages and dramatic landscapes.

    Optional short hikes along the way for views over Reinefjorden.

    Drive: ~122 km / ~76 mi (~2 hrs 15 mins). Overnight in Reine.

  7. 7
    Exploring Reine and Surroundings

    Breakfast at hotel. Explore Reine area at leisure.

    Optional excursions: visit Å (end of E10), boat trip to Værøy for bird cliffs, or explore UNESCO Nusfjord fishing village. Enjoy photography and nature walks.

    Drive: Flexible (~50–100 km / ~31–62 mi). Overnight in Reine.

  8. 8
    Further Exploration of Lofoten

    Breakfast at hotel. Explore Lofoten’s northern coast: visit Unstad and Eggum (steep cliffs and white-sand beaches), or explore villages and viewpoints.

    Optional activities: short hikes, photography, or coastal drives.

    Drive: Flexible (~50–100 km / ~31–62 mi). Overnight in Reine.

  9. 9
    Reine → Harstad

    Breakfast at hotel. Drive back across islands toward Harstad.

    Stop at Henningsvær for photos and exploration before continuing to Harstad.

    Drive: ~290 km / ~180 mi (~5 hrs). Overnight in Harstad.

  10. 10
    Harstad → Evenes

    Breakfast at hotel. Depending on flight schedule, visit historic Trondenes settlement near Harstad.

    Drive to Evenes Airport, return rental vehicle, and depart.

    Drive: ~105 km / ~65 mi (~1.5 hrs). End of tour.

Tour Highlights
    • Arrive at Evenes Airport and pick up rental car.
    • Drive to Sortland. Explore the town and enjoy Arctic coastal atmosphere.
    • Overnight in Sortland
Accommodations
  • 3 nights hotel accommodation in Sortland with breakfast.
  • 2 nights rorbu-style accommodation in Svolvær with breakfast.
  • 3 nights rorbu-style accommodation in Reine with breakfast.
  • 1 night hotel accommodation in Harstad with breakfast.


Guests may request upgrades to 5-Star hotels. Upgraded options are subject to availability and additional costs.

Package Includes

Self-Drive:

  • Premium rental car for 10 days.
  • Unlimited kilometers included.
  • GPS navigation included.
  • Travel assistance with local driving tips, recommended scenic routes, and day-by-day itinerary guidance.


Accommodations:

  • 9 nights hotel accommodation with daily breakfast.


Exclusive Experiences:

  • Scenic self-drive journey through Vesterålen and Lofoten, including the iconic E10 Coastal Road.
  • Exploration of Andøya and Andenes, one of Northern Norway’s prime Arctic wildlife regions.
  • Optional whale-watching safari in Andenes, with opportunities to see sperm whales, humpbacks, and minke whales.
  • Visit to historic fishing villages such as Nyksund, Henningsvær, and Å.
  • Stay in traditional Norwegian rorbuer (fishermen’s cabins) in Svolvær and Reine.
  • Optional Trollfjorden boat or zodiac tour, known for narrow fjords and sea eagle sightings.
  • Scenic drives through dramatic fjords, jagged peaks, white-sand Arctic beaches, and coastal viewpoints.
  • Leisure time for hiking, photography, kayaking, puffin safaris, and cultural exploration.
  • Visit to Trondenes, one of Northern Norway’s most important historical sites near Harstad.

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