You’ll stay in the Aurora Canvas Domes. These are purpose-built aluminium and canvas domes with under-floor heating and a wood-burning stove to get you as close to nature as possible. You can even open the roof – perfect for Aurora watching. All electricity is 100% renewable and drawn from hydro-electrical power produced by the nearby Alta River.

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Alta

You’ll stay in traditional lodging houses that offer basic accommodation in cabins and dormitories with 2-6 bunks, mixed share. Lodges have permanent hosts and all meals are served in the shared dining room. Dormitories are equipped with bunks, mattresses and pillows and each hut has its own sauna.

On the expedition

You’ll stay in the Aurora Canvas Domes. These are purpose-built aluminium and canvas domes with under-floor heating and a wood-burning stove to get you as close to nature as possible. You can even open the roof – perfect for Aurora watching. All electricity is 100% renewable and drawn from hydro-electrical power produced by the nearby Alta River.




You’ll stay in traditional lodging houses that offer basic accommodation in cabins and dormitories with 2-6 bunks, mixed share. Lodges have permanent hosts and all meals are served in the shared dining room. Dormitories are equipped with bunks, mattresses and pillows and each hut has its own sauna. 

Cancel up to 31 days before departure and we'll transfer your deposit into credit for a future booking.

Transferrable Deposits

Free date changes up to 31 days before departure.

Free Date Changes

This trip is for cyclists of average fitness who are used to riding back to back days and up for trying something new.

On the trip you'll be eating mainly local food ranging from salmon and moose to an array of vegetable dishes. Due to the highly remote location of the huts which are located a long way from roads or shops, much of the food is self-caught game and fish, so it can be challenging to cater for alternative dietary needs on this trip: especially vegan diets. Get in touch with our team to discuss any requirements.

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Transfers are included from Alta Airport or your hotel in Alta (if you have arrived a day early) any time on Day 1. It is only a 15 minute drive from the airport to the base where you'll spend your first night. If possible we recommend arriving by late afternoon so you can enjoy dinner with the group.
At the end of your trip, you will be transferred back to the airport any time on Day 6, but if you are doing the optional dog sledding experience we recommend not booking a flight until the afternoon as this runs from 10:00 - 12:30.

Expert, English-speaking guides and a bike mechanic

Guides

3 nights in the Aurora Canvas Dome and 2 nights in mountain lodges

Accommodation

Meals

To and from the start point and everything in-between

Transfers

Permits

Nakamura Big Bob 6.0 fat bikes, huskies and sleds

Equipment

Expert, English-speaking guides and a bike mechanic

3 nights in the Aurora Canvas Dome and 2 nights in mountain lodges

To and from the start point and everything in-between

Nakamura Big Bob 6.0 fat bikes, huskies and sleds

Head for the remote coastal town of Alta on the inner reaches of the Altafjord in Norway's most northern county. Settle into the unique Aurora Canvas Dome and meet the rest of the group for dinner where you'll hear more about the expedition ahead. Expect a feast of local delicacies, ranging from fresh cod, to moose and a variety of seasonal food.

Welcome to the Arctic Circle

Day 1

Time to get fitted out with your trusty steed (read: Fat Bike) which will power you through the Arctic Circle over the next few days. Once you and your bike are a match, head out for a test ride, stopping for a log fire lunch en-route. Next, get prepared for the expedition ahead. You'll work through the final points with your guide, including a weather update, plotting the best route and learning about cycling in the snow, before meeting your husky team. When you’re ready, head back to the Aurora Canvas Dome for a final night before the big day tomorrow.

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Expedition Planning

Day 2

You arrive at Souusjavri Fjellstue after a 150 km drive from Alta. Here you'll be served lunch before heading out for 25 km of snow adventure starting the crossing of the Finnmarksvidda Plateau. After arriving at the mountain lodge in Mollisjok Fjellstue, you can indulge in a hot Sauna before dinner: a welcome relief after your first day on the expedition.

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The Finnmarksvidda Plateau

Day 3

Cross the frozen Lake Lesjavri - the largest in Finnmark - on a bicycle! Keep your eyes peeled for herds of reindeer; Finnmarksvidda is where indigenous Sami people raise their herds. Reindeer start to migrate northwards in Spring and the calving season takes place during this journey, generally in late April and early May. After arriving at Jotka Fjellstue you can again enjoy a hot sauna before dinner.

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Rolling through snow

Day 4

Follow snowy track, passing remote settlements, Sami villages and cabins. Stop for another log fire and lunch. Arrive back in Alta during the late afternoon, where you'll have time for another sauna and a celebratory glass of wine with your teammates before one last night in your cosy dome, hopefully catching the end of the aurora season/spectacle.

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Push to the finish line

Day 5

Relax in the morning or meet your dogs if you've booked the dog-sledding experience and head off on a speedy adventure through the snow-covered pines. This is an extremely peaceful experience, with the silence only disturbed by the sound of paws in the snow and some energetic panting. Take a last wander around Alta and then head back to the airport in time for your flight home.

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Optional dogsledding and then home

Day 6

Head for the remote coastal town of Alta on the inner reaches of the Altafjord in Norway's most northern county. Settle into the unique Aurora Canvas Dome and meet the rest of the group for dinner where you'll hear more about the expedition ahead. Expect a feast of local delicacies, ranging from fresh cod, to moose and a variety of seasonal food.


Time to get fitted out with your trusty steed (read: Fat Bike) which will power you through the Arctic Circle over the next few days. Once you and your bike are a match, head out for a test ride, stopping for a log fire lunch en-route.  Next, get prepared for the expedition ahead. You'll work through the final points with your guide, including a weather update, plotting the best route and learning about cycling in the snow, before meeting your husky team. When you’re ready, head back to the Aurora Canvas Dome for a final night before the big day tomorrow.


You arrive at Souusjavri Fjellstue after a 150 km drive from Alta. Here you'll be served lunch before heading out for 25 km of snow adventure starting the crossing of the Finnmarksvidda Plateau. After arriving at the mountain lodge in Mollisjok Fjellstue, you can indulge in a hot Sauna before dinner: a welcome relief after your first day on the expedition.



Cross the frozen Lake Lesjavri - the largest in Finnmark - on a bicycle! Keep your eyes peeled for herds of reindeer; Finnmarksvidda is where indigenous Sami people raise their herds. Reindeer start to migrate northwards in Spring and the calving season takes place during this journey, generally in late April and early May. After arriving at Jotka Fjellstue you can again enjoy a hot sauna before dinner. 


Follow snowy track, passing remote settlements, Sami villages and cabins. Stop for another log fire and lunch. Arrive back in Alta during the late afternoon, where you'll have time for another sauna and a celebratory glass of wine with your teammates before one last night in your cosy dome, hopefully catching the end of the aurora season/spectacle. 


Relax in the morning or meet your dogs if you've booked the dog-sledding experience and head off on a speedy adventure through the snow-covered pines. This is an extremely peaceful experience, with the silence only disturbed by the sound of paws in the snow and some energetic panting. Take a last wander around Alta and then head back to the airport in time for your flight home.


Norwegian Krone

Dog-sledding activity 

Spread the cost with as many payments as you need. 

25% deposit to secure your spot

Change your trip date up to 60 days before departure.

Flexible Date Changes

Cycle across an Arctic plateau alongside a team of huskies, sleep in remote huts and relax in saunas

Arctic Circle Fat Bike Expedition

Haydn Richards Private Group (Incl 5% discount)

Trailblazer Price - 2 spots left at 5% off

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Cruise through remote snow trails and enjoy the freedom of riding a fat bike across the Finnmarksvidda mountain plateau within the Arctic Circle

Travel with a team of huskies to carry your luggage and stay in the dreamy Aurora Canvas Dome - woodburner and all

Share the plateau with migrating herds of reindeer and indigenous Sami people and unwind with a post-ride sauna

Cruise through remote snow trails and enjoy the freedom of riding a fat bike across the Finnmarksvidda mountain plateau within the Arctic Circle



Travel with a team of huskies to carry your luggage and stay in the dreamy Aurora Canvas Dome - woodburner and all

Share the plateau with migrating herds of reindeer and indigenous Sami people and  unwind with a post-ride sauna

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