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Norway Innhøsting Retreat

Oslo - Trondheim - Lofoten

Private retreat - dates upon request

Recommended time of year: Sept / Oct / Nov

Experience Autumn harvest in Norway’s culinary capital and the majestic Lofoten islands

Escape to the timeless landscapes of Norway’s Arctic Circle and gather your harvest (Norsk ‘innhøsting’) of sensory memories to savour for a lifetime. Our journey begins in the culinary and Viking culture capital, Trondheim, and its surrounding ‘Golden Road’, a route of sublime artisanal producers in rolling countryside. We’ll stay in a serene hotel overlooking the Trondheimfjord that exemplifies modern Nordic design and set out on foraging expeditions with a local guide. From there we head to Lofoten, the iconic Norwegian archipelago with epic mountains plunging into vivid sea. Here, we’ll stay in a reimagined historic fishing village, embark on sea kayaking adventures, warm up in a private sauna on the pier, and follow our local expert on Northern Lights viewing to capture that bucket list moment! Each day we’ll be grounded and uplifted in private yoga sessions, and nourished by the freshest regional harvest cuisine.

Anticipate a journey with…

Norway’s Arctic Circle

From Trondheim to Lofoten, with the final night in Oslo, this journey takes us into Norway’s Arctic Circle at a very special time of year. Autumn is harvest time, offering amazing culinary experiences, gorgeous scenery, energizing temperatures, and a chance to see the Northern lights! This journey also offers a perfect balance between the fertile countryside around Trondheim, and the stunning coastal fjord of Lofoten.

Northern lights in Lofoten

We then fly North to Lofoten, which is the site of some of the most iconic Norwegian mountain-to-sea scenery. Lofoten is loved by nature addicts, marine enthusiasts, mountain explorers and those seeking artistic inspiration. Here, we spend four nights at a re-imagined Norwegian fishing village, with energizing activities like kayaking, walking, cheese-making and Nordic sauna-to-sea plunges.

Yoga & meditation daily

Over this 10-night journey a qualified yoga teacher will travel with you, inviting you to delve into a spring renewal with daily yoga and meditation sessions. InRetreat yoga guides are accommodating and inspiring. They will quickly adapt their yoga & meditation to meet all levels and needs. over this retreat, anticipate fascinating tales and insights from Norse mythology integrated into each day’s sessions.

Expertly planned travel

The Up Norway team has expertly crafted this unique and unforgettable travel itinerary. Up Norway is partnering with InRetreat to bring to life a multi-dimensional experience that balances an exceptional Norwegian cultural, historical and natural encounter with a fully immersive, meaningful InRetreat experience. Up Norway will provide assistance and seamless travel planning throughout.

Golden Road harvest

Trondheim, and the surrounding Golden Road, is a surprising and unspoilt destination offering incredible produce, art, history and cultural encounters. We begin in Trondheim with a focus on Viking history and Norse culture, and then head out to a serene countryside retreat for 4 nights of wellness, and exploring the Golden Road - a true celebration of abundant produce and sustainability at harvest time.

Top-rated sustainable hotels

We have selected four outstanding hotels for you to stay in over 10 nights. Each location offers a unique atmosphere, personal history and site-specific adventures. All of the hotels are examples of sustainable tourism and eco-friendly hospitality. Anticipate a wonderful balance of luxury, good food, natural beauty, serene surroundings and fun!

The Innhøsting Retreat is brought to you by InRetreat & Up Norway

InRetreat founder, Nina integrates poetry, personal transformation and unique insights to her practice, enriching body movement with meaning. Her classes are playful, flowing and accessible to all levels, offering an inclusive space where everyone can discover their own personal edge and cultivate presence in a grounding and nourishing atmosphere. Click to read Nina’s full bio.

Each day of this retreat we will be exploring a concept or idea associated with våryhet, a Norsk term loosely translated to ‘spring fever, or freshness’. Spring is a time of creativity, renewal and hope; it is a time for new beginnings and habits. In Norse mythology, this season is strongly associated with the goddess of fertility, Freya. There are many wonderful Norse tales about Freya and her chariot driven by two enormous cats, her endless golden hair and beauty. Nina will share insights into Norse mythology and Nordic culture over the retreat to add unique layers of meaning to our travel and yoga.

Up Norway is a female-founded B Corp-certified travel curator specialised in crafting unforgettable journeys for curious and kind global travelers.The combination of local expertise, a sustainable approach, passion for Norway and digital itineraries enrich the experience of each unique guest. Up Norway commits to operating in a way that has a significant positive impact on its community and environment and has sourced partners who share these core values, inRetreat is one of these.. Through providing guests with authentic experiences and insider stories that would be a challenge to discover otherwise, Up Norway commits to providing new perspectives with the goal of inspiring to positive change. Up Norway is a recognised Condé Nast Top Travel Specialist and a Travel + Leisure Top Travel Advisor.

This retreat is for you if you:

  • Love adventurous travel in beautiful nature

  • Enjoy and are interested in yoga and meditation

  • Delight in meaningful journeys

  • Are craving an inspiring Autumn vacation

  • Are intrigued by Norwegian culture, foodie scene and sustainable produce

  • Have the Northern lights on your bucket list!

What you can expect:

  • 10 nights journey with amazing activities, nature and new experiences

  • Daily yoga and meditation with expert instructor, Nina Butler

  • A fully curated once-off experience, crafted with care and thought

  • A retreat with the perfect balance of elements to energize you!

  • Authentic cultural and culinary encounters with local guides & experts

  • A chance to spot the magical Northern Lights from iconic Lofoten

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