Itinerary:

 Day 1, Saturday. Arrival. Make your own way either by car directly to Ljørdalen or by coach from Oslo City Bus Terminal or Airport Oslo-Gardermoen to Trysil. In Trysil you will be met by our driver. Transfer to Ljørdalen where you will be warmly welcomed at Villmark Lodge. After check-in and dinner you meet your guide who will give you a brief overview what to expect in the next few days.

 Day 2, Sunday. Canoeing on the Ljøra river. Today we depart on a full day guided canoeing trip on the Ljøra river. Just behind the Villmark Lodge we will board the canoes. Our boats are air filled canoes that can easily held up to 3 persons and their luggage. Once on the river enjoy the amazing tranquillity and the beautiful scenery. We paddle through immense forests, pass by lush meadows, vast grasslands and picturesque little red houses and discover remote beaches and bays. Some rapids which are easy to navigate will provide additional fun and excitement. Return transfer to Villmark Lodge in the late afternoon.

 Day 3, Monday. Rafting Trip. Today we spend rafting on the Ljøra river. It starts with assembling our catamaran rafts altogether. If everybody gives a hand it is soon done. The rafts have a big wooden platform which is assembled on two air filled hull floaters and provides plenty of space to hold a small group of people each. We journey downstream along the edge of the Fulufjell National Park towards the Swedish border. If you are lucky you might already today get a chance to observe some of the Nordic animals such as moose or beaver that love to hide on the tranquil banks of the river from aboard your catamaran raft. Return transfer to Villmark Lodge in the late afternoon.

 Day 4, Tuesday. Nordic Wildlife & Moose Safari. Day at leisure until late afternoon. You may choose to relax at Villmark Lodge (e.g. enjoying the sauna) or discover the surroundings on some hiking or canoeing trips. Hiking maps and canoes are at your disposal. But there is also the possibility to participate in some optional activities as a full day white water rafting trip on Trysilelva (approx. 119,- € per person, min. 4 pax in total) or a horseback riding excursion into the hills and mountains (approx. 99,- € per person, min. 2 pax). Or what about renting a quad bike for own excursions (1/2 day: approx. 90,- €, full day: approx. 150,- € per quad bike)? After dinner between 5 and 6 p.m. we depart on our Nordic wildlife & moose safari. We will explore the wilderness on the traces of the exotic and precious Nordic wildlife. Your guide knows most hideaways of the shy animals. With a bit of luck you will be able to observe deer, lynx, fox and badger, golden eagle, different species of owls and other large forest birds tonight. There are also some excellent chances to encounter some moose since the forests between Trysil and Ljørdalen are home of one of Norway's largest moose populations. Return to Villmark Lodge around midnight.

 Day 5, Wednesday. Canoeing on Flersjøn lake system. After breakfast transfer to the Swedish border. It is just a short drive as it is located only 19 km from Ljørdalen. Today's destination is the Flersjøn lake system where three lakes are connected with each other by a beautiful river-like system creating a paradise for canoeing. Enjoy the day discovering beautiful bays, small islands and hidden beaches. Return transfer to Villmark Lodge in the late afternoon. On the way back we stop at the tiny village of Støa right at the Swedish border and visit the historic Støa canal to get a great insight into the life of the floaters in the older days. The canal was built in 1855 in order to transport the logs from the vast forests in Ljørdalen to the buyers in Värmland in Sweden. The logs were floated over the Ljøra river and then lifted on into Sweden with the aid of manpowered capstan winches in the canal.

Day 6, Thursday. Beaver and Bear Watching Safari & Villmark Night. Day at leisure until late afternoon. Chance to have a late breakfast and to relax. Alternatively there are various activities to participate in (e.g. see day 4). After dinner around 6 p.m. we depart for a 1 - 1.5 hour beaver safari either by boat or foot (depending on the best success rate). Thereafter we continue on the bear watching safari and Villmark night. Your guide will lead you into the unspoilt Norwegian wilderness. He knows the best places to observe some brown bear and/or their traces in their natural environment. Soon you will discover some tracks of brown bear along the way – some scratches in a trunk, some paw prints on the moist soil or some abandoned bear's den. In springtime the chances are excellent to observe some bears in this area. In summertime however you need to have some extra fortune as the bears migrate through vast forest areas on their search for food. Still the experiences of tonight will capture you! Experience when the wilderness becomes alive at dusk. All you need is a bit of luck to encounter moose and deer, fox and badger and lots of other species tonight. Also lynx and wolf might pass by. Return to Villmark Lodge around midnight.

Day 7, Friday. Hiking in Fulufjell National Park. After breakfast transfer to the starting point of our hiking trail through the superb scenery of the Fulufjell N.P. On this spectacular walk you may enjoy the kaleidoscope of an undisturbed and unspoilt wilderness of endless plateaus and tablelands covered with flowering heather vegetation, of remote vast wetlands, primeval forests, impressive ravines and crystal clear lakes and creeks. Your guide will show you the most spectacular places within the National Park. Highlight of the day will be a visit to 93 m high Njupeskär Fall, Sweden's highest waterfall. Visit to the National Park's Visitor's centre that provides a good insight into flora and fauna of the National Park. Return transfer to Villmark Lodge in the late afternoon. Farewell barbecue dinner in a typical Samí Lavvo tent.

Day 8, Saturday. Departure. You depart either with your own car or will be transferred by our guide to Trysil where you will join the coach back to Oslo.

Departure dates:
Every Saturday from May 15, 2010 to September 11, 2010 (last departure). Other departure days available upon request.

Minimum people:
None. Guaranteed departure!

Maximum group size:
12 guests

 Included:

• 7 nights accommodation at Villmark Lodge in a spacious apartment (double house half, approx. 63 m²) with en-suite bathroom (shower/WC)
• 1 night camping accommodation in bush camp (no facilities) including camping equipment
• Extended MAP (half-board): 7x breakfast, 7x lunch package, 7x dinner. Lunch packages must be prepared by the guests themselves at breakfast.
• transfers and tours as per itinerary
• well experienced multilingual (English, Norwegian, German) guides

Please note:

Accommodation:
You stay at cosy Villmark Lodge, nestled amongst lush pine forest right at the banks of the Ljøra river and built out of wood and glass. The Lodge consists of 10 free-standing cottages (double houses) with 2 private apartments each and a central building with reception, a cosy restaurant with fireplace, bar and billiard table. Furthermore the resort features a centrally located complimentary sauna. The spacious apartments (double house half) of approx. 63 m² are furnished in typical Norwegian style and offer private entrance, 2 bedrooms, bathroom (shower, WC), a cosy living area, TV, fully equipped kitchenette and an open gallery. Apartments are serviced once per week.
Booking of single rooms: 2 single rooms share an apartment (double house half). Each guest has his own private bedroom. No single supplement!

For families:
For families with children from 7 to 15 years old the activities are adjusted in length and level of difficulty and operated in an own group. Children below the age of 7 years unfortunately may not participate in this tour. Day care for children under 7 years can be arranged upon request subject to availability.
Child discount: 0-9 years: 85% discount on the full fare. 10-15 years: 50% discount on the full fare. 16 years and older: no discount on the full fare.

Wildlife Watching:
The region of Ljørdalen and Fulufjell National Park is the home of a rich diversity of wildlife such as southern Norway's largest population of brown bears and moose. The chance of being able to watch wood, black and snow grouse, golden eagle, moose and beaver during your stay is about 95 %. Please note however that these are all wild animals and that the observation of wildlife cannot be guaranteed.

Bring:
Warm clothing, rain coat, sturdy walking shoes.

Itinerary and touring content are subject to change.

Rates (in EURO per person/week):

May 15, 2010 - June 18, 2010
In Double/Twin room: 749,- EUR
In Single room: 749,- EUR
(Booking of single rooms: 2 single rooms share an apartment (double house half). Each guest has his own private bedroom. No single supplement!)

June 19, 2010 - August 27, 2010
In Double/Twin room: 799,- EUR
In Single room: 799,- EUR
(Booking of single rooms: 2 single rooms share an apartment (double house half). Each guest has his own private bedroom. No single supplement!)

August 28, 2010 - September 17, 2010
In Double/Twin room: 749,- EUR
In Single room: 749,- EUR
(Booking of single rooms: 2 single rooms share an apartment (double house half). Each guest has his own private bedroom. No single supplement!)

Optional transfer from Oslo to Trysil:
Return coach transfer to Trysil:
from/to Oslo City Centre (return): 610,- NOK
from/to Oslo-Gardermoen Airport (return): 530,- NOK

Extension week (excl. any additional touring, incl. 7 nights at Villmark Lodge Ljøratunet and extended MAP (half-board) including 7x breakfast, 7x lunch package and 7x dinner):

May 15, 2010 - September 17, 2010
In Double/Twin room: 399,- EUR
In Single room: 399,- EUR
(Booking of single rooms: 2 single rooms share an apartment (double house half). Each guest has his own private bedroom. No single supplement!)