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Enjoy varied tracks in beautiful Norwegian landscape with our sister company Headwater
A private bus is sent from the hotel to Oslo Airport which collects all clients and transfers to Venabu (3hrs) in time for dinner. We recommend all clients arrive in time to join the group transfer. We have a brief introduction to the hotel and the ski room with briefing about the week's programme and equipment given to clients.Comfortable Hotel
The first two days are usually to help learn the principles of gliding on snow, and extra tuition is available on selected departures. Tuition is given by our local ski guide in the morning, followed by a short ski tour in the local area before returning for late lunch (at 2-3 pm). The late afternoon is free for independent skiing. Maps are provided so you won't get lost.Comfortable Hotel
This morning we head out on another ski tour around Venabu, our guide will observe what we have mastered and see where techniques can be improved. During the ski tour there will be further tuition to help us improve on what we have learnt. The late afternoon is free for independent practice and you can also book extra private lessons with one of the local instructors (paid locally). On one afternoon there will also be a group lesson with focus on hill techniques available (booked and paid locally).Comfortable Hotel
Another day of cross-county skiing, either independently or on one of our ski tours.Comfortable Hotel
Wednesday is a free day, when most guests choose to take part in the snowshoeing tour (payable locally). Equipment is provided and it is a great way to relax and enjoy the peaceful surrounds of the Norwegian forest. Alternatively you may choose to head out and ski independently. Remember maps are provided so you won't get lost. Comfortable Hotel
For the last two days of the week we ski out with our guides to explore the beautiful Norwegian landscape. Afternoons are free to travel further as your confidence grows.Comfortable Hotel
7 nights en suite hotel5 days guided cross-country skiing and optional
snowshoe day (payable locally)Cross-country skiing Grades 1-3 Beginners to
Intermediates. Grade 4 Advanced weeks available between 26th February 2022
and 12th March 2022 inclusive when hotel offers ski-safaris (pay locally,
subject to minimum numbers). These weeks are still suitable for grades
1-3Cross-country skis, poles and boot hire included
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners are included. The healthy yet hearty,
homemade food is traditional Norwegian cuisine, with most of the food sourced
from local suppliers. Vegetarians are particularly well catered for here.
Breakfast is a continental buffet with the highlight being the selection of
tasty local cheeses. You can have the choice of a buffet lunch with a hot
option or a picnic lunch to have whilst you take in the spectacular scenery.
Dinner will be a 3-course set dinner, with a special 'A taste of Norwegian
Tradition' meal on Wednesday with accompanying talk from your host about the
food served.For New Year’s Eve champagne and a special four-course meal
with cheese and dessert buffet will be served.
7 nights en suite hotel5 days guided cross-country skiing and optional
snowshoe day (payable locally)Cross-country skiing Grades 1-3 Beginners to
Intermediates. Grade 4 Advanced weeks available between 26th February 2022
and 12th March 2022 inclusive when hotel offers ski-safaris (pay locally,
subject to minimum numbers). These weeks are still suitable for grades
1-3Cross-country skis, poles and boot hire included
This trip is operated by our sister company, Headwater, who offer more
flexibility, so you can ski as much or as little as you like. There are some
subtle differences between the way Exodus and Headwater trips run which may
appeal to you:Minimum age: children over the age of 6 are welcome to join but
children under 16 are not included on the group lessons and excursions.
Lessons can be booked and paid for locally.Minimum group size of 6:
departures are not subject to a minimum group size of 6 in order to run,
although occasionally a ‘small group’ may run and a supplement may
apply.Sole travellers: if travelling on your own a compulsory single
supplement will apply (unless stated otherwise - look out for dates where
there is no charge for single rooms). Group leader/evenings: the hotel’s
ski guides will ski with you during the day, yet they may not join you in the
evenings; there are no ‘group’ dinners and parties tend to dine
separately. The hotel will also help you to arrange other
activities.Insurance: insurance details are required at the time of
booking.Cross-country skiing is an increasingly popular winter pastime.
Compared to those used for downhill, the skis are longer, thinner and lighter
with bindings that allow you to lift up your heel. Most cross-country skiing
is undertaken on prepared tracks (loipe) covering flat and hillier terrain
enabling you to explore the winter landscapes away from the confines of the
alpine piste. Guided ski tours are usually in the mornings, arriving back
before lunch so that the afternoon can be spent for people requiring extra
tuition or shorter tours. Please note that ski tours will be shared with
other guests staying at the Venabu Fjellhotel (non Exodus and Headwater
clients).The area is one of the best in Norway for cross-country skiing, both
for families and for those who enjoy a challenge. All weeks are suitable for
beginner to intermediate grade cross-country skiers; the weeks from 26th
February - 12th March 2022 are also suitable for advanced skiers (please see
below).Beginners and Intermediate:The Venabu Fjellhotel will provide two to
three ski guides each week (depending on group size) to cater for different
ability levels; these tours are shared with other clients from Venabu
Fjellhotel and are suitable for beginners to intermediate.There will be an
accompanied ski tour every day (excluding the free day - usually Wednesday
and the arrival/departure day, usually Saturday). You can switch between
groups mid-week as you progress. The first two days (usually Sun and Mon) are
a chance for beginners to learn the basic technique and for intermediate and
advanced skiers to find their ski legs again, as well as for the ski guides
to assess your ability and group you accordingly. There will be optional ski
tours every day, except Wednesday which you can join as you please. On
Wednesday snowshoe tours will be offered.Advanced:Departures between 26th
February - 12th March 2022 inclusive, in addition to the normal cross-country
skiing programme optional ski safaris will be available for more advanced
skiers which can be booked and paid for locally (subject to minimum
numbers).These guided ski safari tours are entirely optional and comprise
roughly 50% off-track skiing, covering 20-30km over 6-8hours, enabling you to
reach more remote areas.
Venabu Fjellhotel The Venabu Fjellhotel has been run by the friendly Tvete family for over 50
years, and owing to its traditional charm and quiet location, it is a
relaxing place to stay. There are 20 standard rooms housed within the east
wing, or if you prefer you can upgrade (for a supplement) to one of the more
spacious 36 superior west wing rooms. The hotel's saunas and ski waxing
centre are free for everyone to use. There’s also a bar, a games room
(table tennis, pool, etc), a TV room, craft shop and two spacious sitting
rooms with open fireplaces. The dining room - which offers a spectacular
Scandinavian buffet - affords glorious panoramic views out across the
mountains.Yoga:One yoga session is held most days either in the morning or in
the evening, typically 5 days a week. You are entitled to one complimentary
session during your stay. After this, additional sessions are payable
locally.Room Upgrades:Room upgrades may be available on request for a
supplement. Please enquire at the time of booking for further details and
prices.
The group will generally be between 1 and 10 people. There is no
minimum group size on this tour; please feel free to enquire as to how many
other people are booked on your departure. Children are welcome to join as
long as they are able to participate in the skiing. The ski representatives
we use are experienced ski enthusiasts, keen to impart their knowledge and
skills.The Venabu Fjellhotel provides two to three ski guides every
day (except Wednesdays) to cater for different ability levels.The minimum
age of clients on this trip is 6 years. Please note that anyone aged under 18
must be accompanied by (and share accommodation with) a parent or legal
guardian.
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners are included. The healthy yet hearty,
homemade food is traditional Norwegian cuisine, with most of the food sourced
from local suppliers. Vegetarians are particularly well catered for here.
Breakfast is a continental buffet with the highlight being the selection of
tasty local cheeses. You can have the choice of a buffet lunch with a hot
option or a picnic lunch to have whilst you take in the spectacular scenery.
Dinner will be a 3-course set dinner, with a special 'A taste of Norwegian
Tradition' meal on Wednesday with accompanying talk from your host about the
food served.For New Year’s Eve champagne and a special four-course meal
with cheese and dessert buffet will be served.
Standard group airport transfers (at times to coordinate with the group
flights) are included for all travellers. They are arranged with a local bus
company who collect all customers for the three hour transfer to Venabu
Fjellhotel.
Travelling flight inclusive from London: 8 daysThe group flight from London
is a daytime flight departing on Day 1 of the itinerary.Flights from LondonWe
normally use the scheduled services of SAS or British Airways (depending on
availability). As flight timings and schedules change regularly we recommend
you call one of our specialist sales staff or your agent to confirm
up‐to‐date timings. Please note timings may change at a later date and
cannot be confirmed until approximately two weeks before departure.Travelling
land only: 8 days starting and ending in VenabuYour trip normally starts at
our accommodation in Venabu in the afternoon of Day 1 of the itinerary.
Details of how to reach the start point are provided in the Final Joining
Instructions ‐ sent approximately two weeks before departure.
It is a three hour transfer from Oslo Airport to the Venabu Fjellhotel, so we
have included a group transfer for land only travellers and those on
non-group flights in the price of the tour. The Venabu Fjellhotel arranges a
transfer from Oslo Airport to the Hotel on the Saturday the tour starts at
times to coordinate with the group flights; please confirm the transfer times
with your Sales Consultant at the time of booking.Please note that no
representative, ski guide or driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall. On
leaving Customs, please make your way to the Bus Information Desk where you
will be directed to the Venabu bus waiting just outside the Terminal. If your
flight arrives earlier than the standard group flight, you will need to wait
for this to land before being able to find out where the bus to Venabu is
parked. Please note that the transfer time in the 2020/21 season will be
13:30. Anyone arriving at a different time we recommend taking a train from
Oslo airport to Ringebu train station or to Lillehammer station (pay
locally). We can pre-arrange transfers from these stations to the hotel in
Venabu for you (at additional cost); please enquire with your Sales
Consultant for further details and prices.
Venabu is a snow sure destination. It is situated at 932m and the maximum
height in which we ski is at 1200m. The average snow depths varies from 70cm
- 120cm. Winter temperatures in Venabu can be cold (as low as minus 15/20°C
or more), particularly between mid-December and mid-February, and whilst you
won't feel this as much when exercising, you must bring appropriate clothing
and equipment to keep you warm and comfortable.
Winter temperatures in Venabu can be cold (as low as minus 15/20°C),
particularly between mid-December and mid-February, and whilst you won't feel
this as much when exercising, you must bring appropriate clothing and
equipment to keep you warm and comfortable.A baggy layering system works best
in cold temperatures to trap warm air around the body. Breathable materials
with wicking properties such as wool are recommended for use as base layers
so as not to hold too much moisture. Winters tend to be cold but dry, so
breathable windproof outer layers are preferable to waterproof layers (these
can create moisture inside and make you cold). Clothing should be comfortable
and easy to move about in.You will need the following:A large bum-bag or
small rucksack, large enough to carry the items you will need during the day
such as extra layers and a large water bottle/thermos flask. It is more
comfortable to ski without a backpack, but we suggest you take both to give
you the option to choose on a daily basis depending on the weather and how
many layers you wish to carry.Outdoor/winter clothing: Walking boots for
snowshoeing Windproof anorak with hood (ideally baggy in fit to trap warm
air, and a breathable fabric such as Gore-Tex)Windproof trousers (ideally
baggy in fit to trap warm air, and a breathable fabric such as Gore-Tex)Warm
fleece (2 thin fleeces are better than one thick one)A good quality base
layer is essential (breathable fabrics with high wicking properties such as
wool recommended).Sturdy waterproof walking boots (if you want to try
snowshoeing or similar)A few pairs of woollen socks.Warm hat (which covers
the ears) and mittens or gloves; mittens are much warmer than finger gloves
(woollen mittens with a windproof cover are ideal).Any creams (sunscreen,
face cream, etc.) that contain water are not be suitable for cold weather; we
advise to bring oil based products where possible.Other items:Sunglasses and
high factor sun creamTrainers/comfortable shoes for the eveningsSwimsuit (for
sauna)Headtorch
Cross-country skiing equipment:Please advise your height, weight and shoe
size when booking, so we can have the right skis and boots available for you.
If you wish to bring your own skis, please advise one of our sales
consultants as soon as possible. This must be added to your reservation
otherwise the airline may charge you on check-in for the extra luggage.
For any additional activities we can refer you to the local tourist office
who can book any activities for you, including driving with dog sleigh, horse
and sleigh ride and snow shoeing.
Travel insuranceSingle accommodation (available on request)Visas or
vaccinationsPrivate ski tuitionSnowshoeing excursionSleigh rides and
Dogsledding
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