We Love —
- Discover the town of Alta, in the far north of Norway and spend an unforgettable night at the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel, the world's northernmost ice hotel.
- Chase the Northern Lights and explore majestic landscapes with a thrilling snowmobile experience on included excursions for your trip.
- Our members are treated to exquisite gourmet moments with a three-course and a fine-dining five-course dinner at Sorrisniva included during their stay.
- Opt for Offer 2 and stop in vibrant Oslo for one night at the beginning and end of your trip. Fall in love with the cosmopolitan capital with its unique architecture and fantastic restaurants.
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In Oslo: Clarion Hotel The Hub 4* —
Your Room —
Offer 2: Extension in Oslo This offer is based on a Standard Room stay at Clarion The Hub 4*.
Standard Room (20 m²)
This modern and cosy Standard Room features a double or two single beds, a spacious bathroom with a shower or bath tub, and has all the facilities you need for a comfortable stay. Amenities include a coffee machine, minibar, luxury duvets and pillows, a 55-inch smart TV with media streaming, and free WiFi. It is the perfect base after a busy day of exploring Oslo!
Maximum room capacity
Your Itinerary In Detail —
Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel (Day 1)
Day 1
Your transfer is included from Alta Airport to Sorrisniva.
Chill-out in the largest ice hotel in Norway and the northernmost of its kind in the world. The structure, furniture, and art are crafted each year by local sculptors using natural ice and snow. With only 30 rooms, an ice bar, a sculpture gallery and a beautifully decorated chapel, this truly is an exclusive experience to strike off your bucket list. The temperature inside the igloo remains constant (between 4 and 7°C), but the comfortable reindeer skins, mattresses and sleeping bags will keep you warm all night - although it is always recommended to wear thermal clothing to bed!
Your night at the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel includes a sleeping bag (down to -25°C) and pillow, towels, coffee, tea and water, internet access and access to the sauna the next morning (towels included, access from 7am to 10am).
Overnight in an Ice Room at Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel (only from 20th December, stays prior to this date will have 2 nights in a Wilderness Lodge River Room instead)
Activities Included: Northern Lights Hunting excursion by minibus
Restaurant: tuck into a delicious three-course meal at Lavvu Restaurant (excludes drinks).
Hunting the Northern Lights (Day 1)
Wrap up warm and venture out on a guided tour on your first day, Hunting the Northern Lights.
Experience the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join an expert guide and be driven along the coast or inland chasing the best location to view the majestic Aurora Borealis. Your guide will select the route which offers the best chance of viewing the spectacle, given the prevailing weather and atmospheric conditions. Let your guide lead you on a journey as they explain this fascinating natural phenomenon and the history of Alta.
Make sure to bring along your camera, as your guide will also help with the settings required to capture the lights with the best results.
Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge (Day 2)
Day 2
Wake up in the unique setting of your Ice Room and find your way to breakfast to fuel up for a thrilling day ahead!
Tonight you will stay in the new 24-room Arctic Wilderness Lodge, built on the banks of the famed Alta river. Settle into your premium accommodation, soak up the panoramic views, breathtaking architecture, and the cosy atmosphere of this stylish hotel. Your River Room will be your idyllic retreat and features a private balcony.
Overnight in a River Room at Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge.
Activities: Snowmobile tour for 2 people from 1/12/21 (thermal clothing included)
Restaurant: Indulge in a delectable five-course dinner (excluding drinks) at Maku Restaurant.
Arctic Light Snowmobiling Safari (Day 2)
Jump onto your included Arctic Light Snowmobiling Safari!
Drive your own snowmobile through the wilderness of the Alta river valley up to the inland plateau. During the winter months the Arctic light often creates wonderful colours on the horizon despite the sun never rising. Later in the Spring the sun returns, creating its own special light effects on the wide snowfields of the inland plateau.
This safari offers a combination of exhilarating snowmobiling with experiencing the Arctic wilderness and the special Arctic light conditions. Your guide will provide you with your thermal suit, boots, gloves and helmet as well as instructing you in the safe operation of your snowmobile.
Please note: this inclusion is not available 1st-30th November and a valid drivers licence is required to operate a snowmobile.
Scandic Alta Hotel (Day 3-6)
Day 3-6
Head to the town of Alta and check-in to the Scandic Alta Hotel (your transfer is included). You will be accommodated in a Standard Room with breakfast served daily. Depending on the package selected, you will spend 1-3 days at leisure exploring this fascinating region.
Overnight in a Standard Room at Scandic Alta Hotel.
For Offer 2: you will stay one night in Oslo at the beginning and end of your trip at Clarion Hotel The Hub 4* (or similar) in a Standard Room with breakfast included. Your return domestic flights from Oslo to Alta are included in the offer, however, transfers from and to the airport in Oslo are not included.
Please note: for both Offer 1 and Offer 2, you must find your own way from Scandic Alta Hotel to Alta Airport as this transfer is not included.
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Maximum room capacity
- 1 night in an Ice Room at the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel (only from 20th December, stay prior to this date will have 2 nights in a Wilderness Lodge River Room)
- 1 night in a River Room at Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge
- 1 - 3 nights in a Standard Room at the Scandic Alta Hotel
Your Dining Choices
This offer is based on a Bed and Breakfast stay. In addition to breakfast enjoy a three-course dinner (excluding drinks) at Lavvu Restaurant on Day 1, and a five-course dinner (excluding drinks) at Maku Restaurant on Day 2.
Your Journey to Norway —
Flights:
You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Your Destinations —
Alta
Alta is the largest town in Norway's northernmost county and lies in the innermost part of the Altafjord. Despite its location, Alta is easily accessible by plane or car. The area offers forests, plateaus and both coastal and mountain landscapes.
As a result, outdoor activities are many and varied, such as hiking, mountain biking and fishing. Experience a warm and welcoming city that offers itself as a gateway to spectacular arctic nature. Witness the ethereal ambience of the midnight sun or the all-encompassing polar night.
Oslo
Explore the cosmopolitan and maritime city of Oslo on foot from your hotel. Numerous famous attractions are close by, such as the Karl Johans Gate, the Royal Palace, the National Theater and the Storting (Parliament) building. In addition to historic architecture, the city also offers modern nightlife areas such as Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen, two areas famous for their lively bar scene.
