Norway, Your Nordic AdZENture

September is the perfect time to explore Norway. Autumn colors are starting to set in and summer crowds have left. Sunny days, cooler nights that are perfect for saunas and cozy evenings under the Nordic skies.

Norway's weather is famously changeable (that's part of its charm!). Pack layers including a good raincoat, comfortable waterproof walking boots, and a warm layer for evenings. We'll send you our detailed packing guide, but the key is being ready for four seasons in one day! After you book your Nordic AdZENture, guests will receive a welcome email containing a detailed AdZENture Travel Guide specific for this AdZENture. It will contain all the necessary travel information and common questions that guests have about this AdZENture. You will also receive a very detailed packing list in your AdZENtures Travel Guide.

Our walks range from gentle valley strolls to heart-pumping mountain hikes. We have two guides that lead two different paces. One is geared more towards those looking for a workout and the other is those who are more interested in photography, observing the surrounding nature and taking it easy. Most days involve 2-4 hours of walking on varied terrain. All hikes and experiences are 100% optional with other activities offered so you don't feel like you're missing out on anything!

Fly into Bergen Airport (we'll help you choose based on your route). We handle everything from there! We'll meet you at a central point and whisk you away to our Nordic AdZENture. If guests want to schedule a pre or post retreat in Oslo or Bergen, that's a great idea and we would be happy to help with logistics. For ARRIVAL: We will have one shuttle for pickup on September 20 at 1:00pm, Location: Bergen Airport (BGO). For DEPARTURE: We will have one shuttle drop off on September 27 at 3:45pm, Location: Bergen Airport (BGO) OR Bergen Station at 3:00pm. Transportation will drop off guests at the Bergen Train Station at 3:00pm. Shuttle will drop off guests at the Bergen Airport (BGO) at 3:45pm. It is IMPORTANT that you schedule your flights to arrive AT LEAST 2 hours BEFORE the scheduled pickup time as transportation to our first location is pricey and timely if you miss the group transport. DO NOT MISS THE PICKUP TIME!

Your Nordic AdZENture includes all meals, those prepared at our villas as well as special meals out. You will be asked to provide any special dietary restrictions before the start of your retreat so we are able to accommodate your requests. We ARE able to accommodate any dietary restrictions on this AdZENture as long as it's noted on the Guest Form. Please note: if you choose to select a specific diet, special meals will be prepared just for you and that is what you will be served. Changes may not be possible on short notice. Example: "I don't eat seafood" means that our chef will design a special, non-seafood dish just for you when the rest of the guests will receive a seafood meal. You will not be able to 'try' the seafood dish as these meals are made to order specifically for each guest. Thank you for your understanding.

Some of our most magical moments happen when solo travelers connect! Many of our guests come alone and leave with new friends. We structure our days to balance group time with personal space, and our small group size means no one ever feels left out.

As a company policy, we do not share an itinerary with our guests. This is done with intention and for a reason. Our guests are often planning every aspect of their lives and others'…during our AdZENtures, we give guests the opportunity to sit back, relax and enjoy the present moment. Every night at dinner, we will disclose the following day's activities, what to pack, what to wear and when we will depart. This allows guests to be prepared but also immerse themselves in the present. If this sounds unbearable, this might not be the best trip for you. Note: most of our AdZENturers who had a tough time with this in the beginning, end up loving the element of surprise in the end!

For our first 4 nights, we will be whisking you away to our farm estate set above "King of the Fjords" Sognefjord, near the quaint village of Solvorn. For the latter part of our AdZENture, we will head into the heart of the fjords to our charming lodge with waterfall views and a short walk from the fjord, with nothing around but nature. Each place we stay has been chosen for its character, comfort, and the proximity to some of our amazing experiences. Expect comfortable beds, hot showers, and the kind of authentic Norsk hospitality you can't find in big hotels. We have two accommodation options for this AdZENture: Private room with shared bathroom, and Shared room and shared bathroom. *If you are traveling alone, we will pair you with another solo guest of the same sex

This Nordic AdZENture is full of unique and cultural experiences and amazing nature excursions. We will spend most mornings enjoying a slow start with delicious, local foods for breakfast and an all-levels, optional yoga practice. Our days will include a variety of adventures in the mountains, fjords, exploring small hamlets and medieval villages. All activities are available to anyone who participates in moderate fitness activities on a fairly regular basis. We will have some longer hikes with various elevation gains during this AdZENture, however, we will have several hosts leading each hike to accommodate a variety of paces. We will have a few long transportation days but that doesn't mean a lot of time in the car. We will experience a variety of travel from car to boat to train travel throughout the North. If you do not do well in the car for over an hour, please let your hosts know before booking this AdZENture!

EVERY single experience is optional. AdZENtures chose the experiences on this retreat based on firsthand experience and the unique value each holds for guests. Guests are able to 'choose your own AdZENture' by opting out of any experience.

This AdZENture is available to anyone with a moderate level of physical fitness. We will provide details about hiking duration and elevations as we get closer to our retreat start date. Please note that we have several guides on each hike who will lead at various paces. One guide will hike at a quicker pace while another guide will take their time and lead guests who want to take a bit more time to enjoy scenery, take photos, and hike at a slower pace. Guests won't be slowed down or pushed to hike faster. Everyone can go at their own pace without pressure. It is recommended that you have a moderate level of fitness in order to actively participate in each activity and enjoy every bit of this active AdZENture!

Yes, we will provide a few local pints and tasty wine that can be enjoyed with dinners at the villas. If guests choose to buy their own or more alcohol throughout their AdZENture, they are welcome to do so. We have a few meals out of the villas, meals will be covered, alcohol will be available for purchase at an additional cost to guests. Guests are required to be respectful to all other guests, hosts and staff at all times and are expected to be mindful of their personal alcohol consumption.

As all of our AdZENtures are quite active, we do require insurance for all guests. Insurance is required not only in the case of a medical emergency but it's also a good idea to include travel insurance in the case of emergency or conflicts preventing you from joining our AdZENture after you book. If guests are unable to join the retreat, travel insurance will often issue a refund when purchased within 7 days of the original purchase. We advise that all guests book travel insurance within a week of submitting your deposit for your AdZENture in order to protect your investment! Medical coverage is required. Travel insurance is not required, it's suggested. Travel insurance often includes air transport in the case of an emergency. Please ask us if you have questions about this and your AdZENtures team can give you some suggestions!