Trekking in the Mountains of Dalarna

Overview

Duration: 7 days/6 nights.

Accommodation: 6 nights' accommodation at mountain stations including full board.

Required: General good level of fitness. Minimum age 15 years.

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The Dalarna mountains in north-west Sweden are a wonderful hiking region. Enjoy days of peace, quiet and fresh air in a stunning mountain landscape on this guided trek led by an experienced local guide in the beautiful rolling mountains of Dalarna. The tour is suitable for adults and older children with a love of the outdoors and a general good level of fitness.

The atmosphere of the mountains greets you the moment you sit down beside the warming fireplace of the mountain station. Here you will start and end your trek over easily-hiked mountain meadows, across mountain plains and through ancient dense mountain forest.

The mountain station is situated just on the border between the mountain forest and the mountain plains - here the road ends and the wilderness starts.

After a day-hike in the lovely surroundings of the mountain station to test your equipment, the first part of your mountain hiking tour gives you a relatively easy start, covering around 14km towards your goal for the day, Sylseth. From here is a longer stretch, around 17km, towards the Svukuriset, where you will spend two nights with a day tour in beautiful surroundings with lighter packs.

Your final day's hiking is the longest stretch, covering around 24km back towards the mountain station. Your trek ends with a well-deserved dinner. Why not soothe those tired muscles with a sauna? The ideal end to your trek in this dramatic yet accessible mountain region!

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival at the mountain station. 17.30-19.00 dinner is served. At 20.00 you will meet for a welcome and information meeting.

Day 2

Breakfast 08.00-09.00 following by meeting at 10.00 for a day hiking tour in the beautiful surroundings of the mountain station, a chance to warm up for the tour ahead and get used to your equipment. Accommodation at the mountain station.

Day 3

Beginning from the mountain station, you will hike to Sylseth over Långfjället, away from marked trails with beautiful views over Grövelsjön Lake.

Distance approx. 14km.

Day 4

This day's hike takes you to Svukuriset through the barren but majestically beautiful landscape between Rönnsjön and Svukuriset.

Distance approx. 17km.

Day 5

From Svukuriset you do a day hike in the surrounding area with lighter packs. If the weather is clear, you will do a peak tour of Store Svuku for stunning views over the large lake of Femunden and the protected areas of the Swedish/Norwegian borderland.

If you prefer, you are welcome to simply put your feet up and enjoy a rest day in the mountains!

Distance depending on weather conditions and route chosen.

Day 6

A long day's hike takes you back to the mountain station at Grövejsjön. Apart from the first stretch past the Revling lakes, the terrain is relatively easy going, with the day's hike ending in a long descent from the Linné Pass and down to Grövelsjön.

Distance approx. 24km.

Day 7

Breakfast and departure.

General information about the mountain station where the tour begins and ends

Equipment Rental

A complete range of outdoor equipment is available to hire from the mountain station. Details will be provided with your booking documentation.

Store

The store at the mountain station stocks a wide range of outdoor equipment and maps as well as provisions if you wish to purchase additional snacks.

Restaurant

The mountain station has a certified, fully-licensed restaurant.

Other

Sauna is included for all mountain station guests. There is also solarium and massage available at the station. The mountain station has a mini spa, where treatments must be booked 3 weeks in advance. Full list of available treatments and information on how to book will be provided after booking.

Dates & Prices

Dates

05.08-11.08.12

The Price

Prices are in British Pounds. If you wish, you are also welcome to make your payment by bank transfer in Euros or Swedish Kronor. If this would be of interest, please let us know and we will be happy to provide prices.

Prices below are prices for members of the International Youth Hostel Federation (Hostelling International), YHA or the STF (Swedish Tourist Association).

If you are not already a member, in order to qualify for the prices below you must purchase a membership card for the STF. This costs 295 Skr (approx. £29) for an adult or 450 Skr (approx. £43) for a family. Membership cards will be collected and paid for on arrival at the mountain station in Sweden.

• Member price: £609/adult
• Non-member price: If you are not a member and do not wish to become a member, the non-member price for this experience is £660/adult.

What The Price Includes

Accommodation

6 nights' in shared sleeping accommodation at mountain stations as per itinerary above. Bedding and towels not included.

Meals

All meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 7.

Guides

Experienced and knowledgeable local leaders and guides.

What The Price Does Not Include

Alcoholic drinks.

Optional Extras

You are welcome to add additional nights at the mountain station where the tour begins and ends before and/or after your tour. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Practical Info

Health requirements/experience

You should have a general good level of fitness and enjoy the outdoors. You should be able to walk with a backpack covering distances of up to 20km per day. Minimum age 13 years.

Equipment/clothes needed

A detailed recommended equipment list will be sent with your booking confirmation.

NB: We advise you not to buy equipment or clothes for your trip or to incur other non-refundable expenses such as flights until you have received confirmation of your booking from us in writing.

Groups

Minimum total number of participants for experience to run: 5.

Maximum number of participants: 12.

This experience is open to travellers from all over the world. Groups may be made up of participants from a number of countries, around 60% of whom are likely to be from Scandinavia.

Additional Notes

This provider has received a prestigious Swedish Ecotourism award for its commitment to high standards to cultural and environmental sensitivity.

Location

Detailed information on travel options will be sent with your booking documentation. We are happy to advise on suitable connections and assist you with any aspect of planning your journey.

By Air

Fly to Stockholm. Train to Mora then bus to the mountain station (travel time around 8-9 hours depending on options chosen).

Without Flying

Ferry from Harwich to Esbjerg (Denmark) for onward train connections to Mora and bus to the mountain station.

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