Norway Våryrhet Retreat
Oslo - Finse - Hardangerfjord - Bergen | 1 - 10 May 2025
Discover Norway from high mountains to blooming fjords on a spring wellness retreat
Embark on a journey from snow-capped high mountains to blooming, abundant fjords and experience the transition from Nordic winter to spring. Capture the essence of våryrhet, a Norsk term meaning ‘spring fever’ or ‘freshness’ on a 10 night journey across some of the most iconic scenery in Norway. We will follow the path of famous explorers and adventurers from Oslo to Bergen, stopping at the high altitude spring ski haven of Finse 1222, and the breathtaking, blossoming Hardangerfjord. This is a one-of-a-kind wellness, nature, culinary and cultural journey, offering daily yoga and meditation with Nina Butler, exceptional hotels, sublime regional cuisine, epic snow-to-fjord adventures and meaningful cultural encounters.
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Adventure from Oslo to Bergen
We journey inland from Oslo on a historic train route to the high altitude explorer’s hotel and former film location for Star Wars, Finse 1222. This magical outpost can only be reached by train and offers a true mountain refuge. From here we continue west to an iconic Norwegian fjord hotel, set right on the edge of stunning mountain to fjord scenery. We end up in charming Bergen for a celebratory culinary experience.
Hardangerfjord in bloom
Hardanger Fjord is one of the most iconic Norwegian fjord locations and we’ll spend 4 nights here at a plush hotel situated right on the water edge. Here steep mountains rush into inky blue, crystal clear seas and there are many energizing activities to enjoy including kayaking, hiking and Nordic sauna-to-fjord-plunges. This is a region famous for award-winning cider production, and we’ll get to sample some of the local elixir!
Yoga & meditation daily
Over this 10-night journey international yoga teacher, Nina Butler, will travel with you, inviting you to delve into a spring renewal with daily yoga and meditation sessions. Nina is a poetic and inspirational teacher, who is able to adapt yoga & meditation to meet all levels and needs. Nina will be integrating fascinating tales and insights from Norse mythology into each day.
Expertly planned travel
The Up Norway team has expertly crafted this unique and unforgettable travel itinerary. Up Norway is partnering with InRetreat to bring to life a multi-dimensional experience that balances an exceptional Norwegian cultural, historical and natural encounter with a fully immersive, meaningful InRetreat experience. Up Norway will provide assistance and seamless travel planning throughout.
Spring skiing in Norway’s mountains
Finse 1222 is located between two national parks, with dramatic mountain scenery and pristine ski tracks. There is no road in and no road out - we approach and leave by train. This area offers sublime spring skiing, because the daylight hours are long, the sun is warm, but there is plenty of snow still on the ground. Included is a beginners course in ski sailing - this offers an entry point to skiing for novices, and something different and fun for the aficionados!
Top-rated sustainable hotels
We have selected four outstanding hotels for you to stay in over 10 nights. Each location offers a unique atmosphere, personal history and site-specific adventures. All of the hotels are committed to sustainable tourism and eco-friendly hospitality. Anticipate a wonderful balance of luxury, good food, natural beauty, serene surroundings and fun!
The Våryrhet Retreat is brought to you by InRetreat & Up Norway
InRetreat founder, Nina integrates poetry, personal transformation and unique insights to her practice, enriching body movement with meaning. Her classes are playful, flowing and accessible to all levels, offering an inclusive space where everyone can discover their own personal edge and cultivate presence in a grounding and nourishing atmosphere. Click to read Nina’s full bio.
Each day of this retreat we will be exploring a concept or idea associated with våryhet, a Norsk term loosely translated to ‘spring fever, or freshness’. Spring is a time of creativity, renewal and hope; it is a time for new beginnings and habits. In Norse mythology, this season is strongly associated with the goddess of fertility, Freya. There are many wonderful Norse tales about Freya and her chariot driven by two enormous cats, her endless golden hair and beauty. Nina will share insights into Norse mythology and Nordic culture over the retreat to add unique layers of meaning to our travel and yoga.
Up Norway is a female-founded B Corp-certified travel curator specialised in crafting unforgettable journeys for curious and kind global travelers.The combination of local expertise, a sustainable approach, passion for Norway and digital itineraries enrich the experience of each unique guest. Up Norway commits to operating in a way that has a significant positive impact on its community and environment and has sourced partners who share these core values, inRetreat is one of these.. Through providing guests with authentic experiences and insider stories that would be a challenge to discover otherwise, Up Norway commits to providing new perspectives with the goal of inspiring to positive change. Up Norway is a recognised Condé Nast Top Travel Specialist and a Travel + Leisure Top Travel Advisor.
This retreat is for you if you:
Love adventurous travel in beautiful nature
Enjoy and are interested in yoga and meditation
Delight in meaningful journeys
Are craving an energizing spring vacation with a difference
Thrive on a mix of healthy social and alone time
Are intrigued by Norwegian explorer history and are up trying for spring skiing!
Are interested in artisanal beverage and food production
What you can expect:
10 nights journey with amazing activities, nature and new experiences
Daily yoga and meditation with expert instructor, Nina Butler
A fully curated once-off experience, crafted with care and thought
A retreat with the perfect balance of elements to energize you!
A group of like-minded humans to connect with and alone time to disconnect!
An itinerary that reveals a fascinating history of exploration and courage
Foodie experiences that bring you in touch with local artisanal producers
Booking and travel
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1 night at Sommerro House
4 nights at Finse 1222
4 nights at Brakanes Hotel
1 night at Skostredet Hotel
Meals from dinner on arrival day to breakfast on departure day (3-course dinner at Ekspedisjonshallen, Cider trail local tapas, fruit and cider tasting in Hardanger, tasting menu at Chef Pak’s Izakaya in Bergen.
Yoga & meditation daily with Nina.
Access to gym, indoor pool and sauna at Sommerro House, and wellness facilities (indoor small pool, outdoor jacuzzi and fjord facing sauna at Brakanes)
All transfers from departure from Oslo day 2 to Bergen on the day before departure, including Norway in a nutshell journey incl The Bergen and Flåm railway as well as a fjord cruise in Norway’s UNESCO heritage protected fjord landscape, Nærøyfjord
Introduction course to ski sailing or ski touring at Finse (1 day, snow/weather dependant which of the two), storytelling in explorer Roald Amundsen’s cabin
Guided fjord RIB tour
Welcome gift bag
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Flights to Oslo; flights from Trondheim
Visas
Alcoholic and other additional beverages (*except cider tasting)
Extra activities outside of the itinerary
Gratuities
Airport transfers on arrival and departure
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Arrival 1 May 2024
Fly into Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) on May 1st. Make your way to Sommerro House - our hotel. Feel free to use airport taxi services, or the express train service to Oslo Central Station.
Check in at Sommero is from 3pm and we meet at 6pm for a walk and introduction circle followed by dinner.
Departure 10 May 2024
Our journey ends after dinner on Saturday May 9th in Bergen.
Book your onward travel from Bergen on May 10th (flights are usually early morning from 06:00 am onwards).
For all assistance with travel planning and additional days in Norway before or after the retreat, Up Norway will be on hand to help! We will put you in touch with them directly :-)
Please also note that there are options to upgrade your room at any one of our four hotels for this retreat. Any modifications like this will be expertly handled by Up Norway.
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1 - 10 May 2025 full retreat package - a 30% deposit is required to secure your spot. Balance payment due 60days prior to retreat start.
Double/twin room per person
NOK 60,599
Single room per person
NOK 76,199
Double/twin room 2 persons
NOK 119,999
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