Big Ridge Bike and Hike

Big Ridge Bike and Hike

Complete two of Sweden's classic high alpine routes, accessing each by mountain bike

Mountain bike to the foot of one of Sweden's highest peaks, and southernmost glacier - Helags.

Voted in National Geographic as one of the best peaks in the world to hike, Helags is a magnificent place to spend a few nights sleeping in tents, riding mountain bikes, and discovering some of Sweden's mountains on foot.

Traverse a long, classic high-alpine route - Syltraversen - combining three main peaks in the Sylarna massif. This grand adventure includes easy alpine climbing, mountain hiking and mountain biking, and is a must for all mountain lovers.

Incredible alpine climbing

Traverse three peaks

Camp at the foot of a glacier

Spectacular mountain biking

Cooking on the campfire

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Price Includes

3 days guided mountain biking with qualified guide

2 days guided high-alpine hiking with qualified guide

3 nights camping

1 night villa accommodation

2 nights hotel accommodation (2 people per room)

All outdoor expedition meals and two fine-dining meal (6 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners)

Bike rental

5% donation to your chosen Impact Project

Price Excludes

Travel to/from tour start/end point

Personal travel insurance

Single supplement for sole occupancy room

Drinks

Any items not mentioned as included

Accommodation

Restaurant with rooms (2 people per room)

Camping in a mountain base camp

Bunkhouse

Food & Drink

Fine-dining and local food at restaurants

Expedition meals

Equipment Provided

Mountain bikes and helmets

Tents

Climbing equipment

Equipment needed

Sleeping bag and mat (these can be rented upon request)

Small backpack

Biking and running/hiking shoes

Biking and hiking clothes

Hat and gloves

Wind and rainproof jacket and pants

Swimwear

Energy bars

Arrival & Departure

Arrival and departure in Funäsdalen village.

Slow Travel

Slow train (Inlandsbanan) from Stockholm to Östersund and Bus to Funäsdalen. Or train from Oslo to Roros or Trondheim in Norway and transfer to Funäsdalen.

See also the app Freelway for public transport within Funäsfjällen area.

1988
GBP
Per person
Private trips also available.
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YOUR LOCAL EXPERT

Jon

the local EXPERTS BEHIND

Big Ridge Bike and Hike

Born and bred in Funäsfjallen, Jon guides a range of activities on land and water, a fantastic chef, and is one of the few local guides who speaks the Jamt patois - Harjedalska. Jon is passionate about getting everyone into the outdoors, helping them experience the beautiful area where he grew up, and sharing all kind of stories about local legends. A true storyteller and host at his lodge, Jon goes above and beyond for all. We're so lucky to be joined by Jon. With help and recommendations from Jon and lccal individuals, we have a number of conservation projects in Jamtland Harjedalen that you can support by booking with Slow Adventure.

Jämtland Härjedalen, Sweden

impact projects

5% of your adventure price goes directly to supporting one of these four amazing local conservation projects, which you choose at time of booking.

Protecting the Swedish Arctic Fox

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Summer Trails in Storlien

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Hiking Trails Maintenance

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Protecting the Wild Muskox

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7 days/ 6 nights
1988
GBP per person (inc. 5% donation)
Summer 2024
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