DAY 1:

On arrival to Bodo airport, make your way to the car rental centre where you will be able to collect your rental car which will be yours for the next two weeks of your Lofoten adventure. We'll provide directions and maps to help you on your way, but you may also wish to rent a GPS from the station (not included). The car rental will be a compact vehicle (VW Golf or similar). Vehicle upgrades may also be available. Drive to Bodo hotel (30 minutes). Overnight at Scandic Bodo Hotel. We'll provide you with recommendations of places to eat and visit in Bodo - an Arctic city considered to be the gateway to the Lofoten Islands.

DAY 2:

After breakfast and a leisurely morning, it is time to drive to the ferry port where you'll board an afternoon departure of the Bodo express ferry to Moskenes. The crossing is just over three hours and arrives to Moskenes at 18:15.

Drive to your first accommodation in Reine (20 minute's drive). You'll stay for two nights in a traditional fisherman's cabin in Reine, a picturesque fishing village at the mouth of the Reinefjord. Your cabin combines the atmosphere of their former use as fishermen's dwellings with modern comfort. All cabins, or 'Rorbuer' as they are called, have their own fully equipped kitchen for those who want to prepare their own freshly caught fish or other local delicacies. Rest of the day at leisure.

Drivetime: 20 KM / 30 minutes

DAY 3:

Enjoy the day exploring the southern tip of the Lofoten Islands archipelago. Take your time, and enjoy the kittiwake cliffs, varied landscapes, culture and museums in this area – not forgetting Å’s famous cinnamon swirls. You could take the ferry to the island of Værøy, steeped in culture and a perfect area for hiking.

Overnight in Reine.

DAY 4:

After checking out of your Rorbu cabin, it is time to continue north on the E10 following one of Norway's stunning designated tourist routes. The tourist route is 230km in total and provides a journey amid breathtaking natural surroundings. Admire the views from the Akkarvikodden viewpoint, before heading to Ramberg beach - a perfect white sandy cove. Your day will conclude in the traditional fishing village of Nusfjord where you’ll stay overnight.

The fishing hamlet of Nusfjord is a perfectly restored village celebrating its long history of cod fishing or “Lofotfiske” as it is known locally. The distinctive yellow and red Rorbu cabins face the sea protected by the sheltered bay created by the steep surrounding mountains. Glimpse into the industrial past by viewing the boathouses, cod-liver oil refinery, old-fashioned shop, smithy and sawmill - all lovingly maintained. Nusfjord is a great spot for catching cod, halibut and haddock, amongst others. You’ll stay overnight in a high standard Rorbu cabin.

Drivetime: 50 KM / 1 hour

DAY 5:

Enjoy a final wander around Nusfjord before returning to the E10 and making your way north. Make an optional stop at Leknes or one of the bird-viewing stations if you would like to spot local wildlife. Take a detour to the tiny Eggum village and see another of Nordland Artscape’s sculptures. This is a beautiful hiking area, and a popular place to see the midnight sun. Visit the Viking Museum at Borg, and see Europe’s biggest chieftain’s house.

Your final stop of the day is the village of Svolvaer with its own sea-facing Rorbu cabins, drying racks, lovely harbour, galleries and arts and crafts shops. You'll stay for two nights in a Rorbu cabin where you can relax at your own pace.

Drivetime: 95 KM / 2 hours