Hiking on Vesterålen

Day 1: Arrival in Vesterålen – Sortland
Arrival in Sortland, the largest town in Vesterålen and known for its iconic blue-painted buildings. This will be the base for the next four nights. Accommodation in a centrally located hotel in Sortland (4 nights).

Day 2: Hike Mount Vetten
Breakfast at the hotel. Today’s hike leads up Mount Vetten (467m), offering panoramic views of the open sea, scattered islands, and the distant Lofoten wall on clear days. The trail follows the same route up and down, though a longer loop with a second peak is possible for more experienced hikers. Accommodation in Sortland.

Day 3: Hike the Queen’s Route – Dronningruta
Breakfast at the hotel. This is one of the region’s most spectacular hikes, tracing the route between the restored fishing village of Nyksund and the active harbour village of Stø. The trail includes several scenic coastal ridges and mountain sections with stunning ocean views. Named after Queen Sonja of Norway, who walked the route in 1994. Accommodation in Sortland.

Day 4: Sami Farm Visit & Coastal Walk
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, visit a local Sami farm (optional) and meet the reindeer. Guests are invited into a traditional lavvo (tent), where stories of Sami life, culture, and traditions are shared. After lunch, enjoy a gentle coastal walk to soak in the serene beauty of Vesterålen’s shoreline. Accommodation in Sortland.

Day 5: Explore the Lofoten Islands – Harstad
Breakfast at the hotel. Today’s journey takes travellers south to the famous Lofoten Islands. With dramatic peaks, fishing villages, and photogenic fjord views, this optional guided day tour (additional charge) showcases Lofoten’s captivating beauty and history. Overnight in Harstad. Accommodation in a centrally located hotel in Harstad (1 night).

Day 6: Departure from Harstad
Breakfast at the hotel. A transfer to Harstad Airport is included for departure according to your flight schedule.