Cross-Country Ski Lesson for Beginners in Tromso
Overview
Once in Norway you cannot leave without trying our national sport!
This trip is a skiing course, conducted in a scenic surrounding and relaxed atmosphere for the ones who have never tried cross country skiing before or still lack basic techniques.
We ski in flat terrain, mostly on prepared trails on the top of Tromsøya island, only 5 minutes drive from the city center.
At first we teach basic techniques and begin to ski in a flat area.
By the end of the tour you can challenge yourself on small hills and you should be able to practice your new skills on your own later on.
What's Included
- Transport to and from Tromsø city centre
- Ski instructor
- Hot drink and lefse (a local sweet snack).
- Cross country ski, ski boots and ski poles
- Winter clothes - can be rented separately at Tromsø Outdoor Rental Center upon prior arrangement.
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
Meeting Location
Fredrik Langes gate 14
9008 Tromsø, Norway
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
This is your perfect opportunity to learn to cross-country ski in a scenic and relaxed environment. Your professional ski guide will teach you the fundamentals from the ground up, starting with the essentials like how to use your ski bindings, how to fall "the right way" to avoid injury, and—most importantly—how to get back up on your own. From there, you will practice how to walk, run, and glide with your skis on prepared, flat trails. After gaining some practice, you'll get the chance to challenge yourself on small hills, learning the techniques to walk up and safely slide down. After this tour, many of our guests feel confident enough to rent skis and continue practicing on their own. It's great fun at all times!
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IMPORTANT: Please advise shoe size (european) in the special requirements field at check out. If you fail to provide this information your booking may be cancelled.
- In case we have no snow in the area alternative activity or full refund of the tour costs will be offered.
- As the weather can change rapidly in Northern Norway to join this tour it is obligatory to wear warm and windproof clothes. Winter clothes are not included in the price of the tour, but can be rented separately at our rental center upon prior arrangement.
- From mid-February onward the sun can be surprisingly strong, especially because of the reflecting snow, so we recommend you also bring sunglasses and sun cream with you.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Transport to and from Tromsø city centre.
- Ski instructor.
- Hot drink and lefse (a local sweet snack).
- Cross country ski, ski boots and ski poles.
- Winter clothes - can be rented separately at Tromsø Outdoor Rental Center upon prior arrangement.
- Hotel pick-up and drop off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Cross-Country Ski Lesson for Beginners in Tromso is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cross-Country Ski Lesson for Beginners in Tromso will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Transport to and from Tromsø city centre
- Ski instructor
- Hot drink and lefse (a local sweet snack).
- Cross country ski, ski boots and ski poles
- Winter clothes - can be rented separately at Tromsø Outdoor Rental Center upon prior arrangement.
- Hotel pick-up and drop off
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- IMPORTANT: Please advise shoe size (european) in the special requirements field at check out. If you fail to provide this information your booking may be cancelled.
- In case we have no snow in the area alternative activity or full refund of the tour costs will be offered.
- As the weather can change rapidly in Northern Norway to join this tour it is obligatory to wear warm and windproof clothes. Winter clothes are not included in the price of the tour, but can be rented separately at our rental center upon prior arrangement.
- From mid-February onward the sun can be surprisingly strong, especially because of the reflecting snow, so we recommend you also bring sunglasses and sun cream with you.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
