Tromsø – gateway to the Arctic
Cross-country skiing in Tromsø
Excursion
Price from £108
Difficulty level
Active
Booking code
HRS-TOS6
Duration
3h
Notes
Read the practical information below
Learn the basics of cross-country skiing in a scenic and relaxed environment.
No experience needed – everybody can enjoy this easy and pleasant small- group activity.
Short transfers, no irrelevant or boring talking, active time – it’s just great fun!
From the ship, it’s a short bus transfer to the top of Tromsøya Island where you’ll meet your experienced instructors. They’ll first teach you some basic techniques, from how to get your skis on and off, to how to ski across a flat area.
Once you’ve found your feet, the guides will lead you along flat terrain, most of which is on pre-scouted trails suitable for your level. As you become more accustomed to skiing and get more confident on the snow, your instructors will introduce more techniques. By the end of the tour, you might even be able to navigate up and over small hills.
Along the way, you’ll stop for warm juice and a piece of local pastry – a welcome pause to catch your breath and take in the surroundings.
Practical information
Available to book: Dec-Mar
Languages: English and German
Included: Skis, poles, ski boots, hot drink, sweet snack, guide, and transfer (5 min. each way).
Remarks/requirements: An overall good physical condition is needed to join this trip. As the weather can change quickly in Northern Norway, everyone has to wear warm clothes, wind-proof jacket/trousers, hats and mittens on the tour.
Walking information: 1–3 km. Terrain is mostly flat with a small hill (5m or less), where we practice going up and down.
Wheelchair accessible: No