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Dive into the remote Swedish wilderness as you trek the Åre Mountains
Marvel at the geological oddity of the Pyramids, where glaciers have carved the landscape gradually over many years.
Hike to remote cabins in the wilderness, spending the afternoon undisturbed at the shores of a beautiful lake.
Climb to views over some of the tallest summits in Sweden south of the Arctic Circle.
Relax after big days with traditional Swedish saunas and carefully prepared dinners.
Hikers from all over the world come to Sweden for a taste of the cool mountain air and trail leading through verdant valleys and atop chilly peaks. The Trekking the Southern Åre Mountains tour is an escape into the Swedish wilderness that will disconnect you from everyday life in the best way possible.
Eat breakfast in different mountain lodges each day, packing your bag and setting out into the surrounding mountains on trails that traverse over summits, into valleys, and along flowing rivers. You’ll climb up next to the tallest peaks in the area, then dip down into unplugged cabins where you can unwind in nature. After hiking all day through the forests, hop into a traditional sauna to let loose. With a couple of nights spent with no electricity or power out in the wilderness, you’ll connect with nature in a rare, special way. The Trekking the Southern Åre Mountains Tour is a must for any adventurous hiker!
Hikers from all over the world come to Sweden for a taste of the cool mountain air and trail leading through verdant valleys and atop chilly peaks. The Trekking the Southern Åre Mountains tour is an escape into the Swedish wilderness that will disconnect you from everyday life in the best way possible.
Eat breakfast in different mountain lodges each day, packing your bag and setting out into the surrounding mountains on trails that traverse over summits, into valleys, and along flowing rivers. You’ll climb up next to the tallest peaks in the area, then dip down into unplugged cabins where you can unwind in nature. After hiking all day through the forests, hop into a traditional sauna to let loose. With a couple of nights spent with no electricity or power out in the wilderness, you’ll connect with nature in a rare, special way. The Trekking the Southern Åre Mountains Tour is a must for any adventurous hiker!
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Trekking the Southern Åre Mountains Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival and Transfer to Vallbo
To begin your tour, you’ll take the train to Undersåker, a lovely small mountain village. You’ll be driven from here to Vallbo, which is hidden further inside the mountain range. An authentic guesthouse welcomes you, and you can enjoy a walk around before a delectable three-course dinner featuring ingredients from the forest is served.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Vallbo
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Issjödalen and the Pyramids
Enjoying your breakfast in mountain paradise, prepare for your first day of trekking. You’ll be hiking to one of the most interesting geological feature in the Swedish mountains, the Pyramids. These formations were slowly carved away over thousands of years by retreating glaciers, leaving erosion dales, springs, and pits behind.
Eat lunch overlooking the valley before descending back down to Vallbo, where another big dinner is waiting.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Vallbo
Distance: 22km, 300m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Wading to Ottsjö
After breakfast, don your backpack and set out for two days of hiking. If the conditions allow, you’ll complete a long wade across Lake Ottsjön (don’t worry, it’s shallow!). If the conditions aren’t good to wade, you’ll skirt the lake on dry land.
Hike uphill to Ottsjö village to your accommodations, where dinner will be served.
Overnight Location: Mountain Lodge in Ottsjö
Distance: 12km, 280m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Trek to Lykans Läger
You’ve been sleeping right under Hållfjället, but today you’ll be getting on top of it! Hike up over this peak and neighbouring Grofjället in the morning, earning great views over the rivers and valleys below. Then, you’ll continue to Lykans Läger in the afternoon, a spot with two remote cabins perched on a lovely hilltop overlooking the nearby lake. Borrow the boat to fish, relax in the sauna, or just kick back by the lake. This is a perfect taste of true life in the Swedish wilderness.
Overnight Location: Cabin at Lykans Läger
Distance: 14-20km, 360m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5 Views over Edsåsdalen
Rising in your cozy remote cabin, prepare to trek along the valley, rising up to a high plateau with spectacular views. There’s an old Sami settlement here, and lunch will be served outside their tipi.
After lunch, follow a path over Lillvalen to Edsåsdalen, a favourite ski spot among locals. You’ll be picked up here and taken to Undersåker, where you’ll have hot showers and a well-earned dinner to look forward to.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Undersåker
Distance: 14km, 300m elevation gain
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Departure
Wow, what an adventure it’s been! Although you might not feel ready to leave the Swedsh wilderness, it’s time to check out and head to your next destination. Avsked!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Trekking the Southern Åre Mountains Tour Price and Dates
This guided tour in Sweden is run as a private tour for your group and the price depends on the number of participants.The prices below are per person:
- Per traveller in a group of 2: SEK33211
- Per traveller in a group of 4: SEK19877
- Per traveller in a group of 6: SEK15200
Accommodation on the Trekking the Southern Åre Mountains Tour
This tour is based in hotels, guesthouses, and mountain lodges. All accommodations offer comfortable rooms and daily breakfast. Some accommodations offer double rooms, and some are dormitory-style, which means you will have to share the living spaces with other guests.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy and those who are willing to stay in a single room can upgrade for SEK2000. Please note that solo rooms are not available in dormitory-style accommodation. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Trekking the Southern Åre Mountains Tour?
Meals
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 5 nights are included. Accommodations before or after the tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for your luggage is included throughout the tour. Transfers as mentioned in the itinerary are included. You’ll be picked up and dropped off in Östersund at the beginning and end of the tour.
Also Included
- Expert guide services
- Sauna access
- Bedding in mountain huts
Not included
- Flights
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Optional excursions
- Visas if required
- Anything not mentioned as included
Optional Extras
- Optional activities or excursions
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Gear rental
- How hard is the Trekking the Southern Åre Mountains tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Sweden?
- Are meals included on the Trekking the Southern Åre Mountains tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Östersund to start this tour?
- Is the Trekking the Southern Åre Mountains tour in English?
- Where does the Trekking the Southern Åre Mountains tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Sweden?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Sweden?
- When is the best time to travel to Sweden for this tour?
We rate this tour as a 4/5. You should be comfortable hiking several hours each day, sometimes with moderate elevation gain, to get the most out of this tour. Hikers with some previous experience are best suited to this tour. You should also be comfortable spending a couple of nights in very basic accommodations.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.
You can fly into Östersund Airport (OSD). Take the train to Undersåker, where you will be picked up to begin your tour.
Yes, your guide will speak English.
The tour ends in Undersåker. The train back to Östersund is only a few hundred metres from your hotel.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to visit Sweden for this tour is between June and early September when the weather in the mountains is at its warmest.
Customer Ratings
Aktivut has more than 20 years of experience guiding people in the outdoors and along St. Olavsleden since 2013. Over the years, our business has grown and we now have a broad staff of outdoor guides, mountain guides, officials and subject specialists.
Aktivut Travels is located on the island Frösön, Östersund, just next to St. Olavsleden. Their packages and guided tours along the pilgrim route are based on the idea that you get to enjoy the areas where they love to spend our free time. Contemplation and presence in nature is a fantastic experience.
