We Love —
- Chasing the Northern Lights and cruising silently into the silky darkness of the Tromsø fjords.
- Learning how to take stunning pictures of the charming Norwegian scenery on your Northern Lights excursion, and documenting this unforgettable trip.
- Sampling a selection of Norweigan craft beer and local food during the Aurora dinner cruise on a hybrid-electric boat.
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Your itinerary in brief —
Take advantage of this 5 day / 4 night tour of Norway, specially dedicated to a mesmerising natural phenomenon - the Northern Lights.
Observe the Northern Lights on a night-time excursion, and on a cruise in the Tromsø fjord, before enjoying dinner under the stars.
Your 4 night tour:
- Day 1: Arrival in Tromsø
- Day 2: Tromsø - Northern Lights observation tour
- Day 3: Tromsø | Aurora dinner cruise
- Day 4: Tromsø
- Day 5: Departure
Please note that the itinerary of your tour is subject to change without affecting the interest of the programme.
Your itinerary in detail —
Days 1 & 2: Tromsø
DAY 1: ARRIVAL
- Upon arrival at the airport in the Arctic capital, you'll take the Flybussen Airport Express / shuttle bus to your hotel.
- The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city, at leisure.
Overnight stay at your hotel.
Breakfast included.
Note: You will find the red shuttle bus (Flybuses by Bussring) directly in front of the main entrance to the Arrivals Hall for domestic flights at Tromsø Airport.
DAY 2: TROMSØ - EXCURSION TO NORTHERN LIGHTS OBSERVATION (6 hours)
- Enjoy a free day to rest or explore Tromsø, before embarking on your exhilarating evening excursion.
Overnight stay at your hotel.
Breakfast included.
Day 3 - Tromsø | Cruise
- Embark on a cruise aboard a hybrid-electric boat (3.5 hours) and glide silently into the darkness of the Tromsø fjords. You'll enjoy an Arctic-inspired dinner, and much more...
Overnight stay at your hotel.
Breakfast included.
Days 4 & 5: Tromsø
DAY 4: TROMSØ
- Today, you're free to explore the city at your own pace.
- Tromsø, also known as the Arctic Capital, has so much to offer. From the Polar Museum, to a ride on a cable car up to Mount Storsteinen for panoramic views of the city, you won't have time to get bored.
Overnight stay at your hotel.
Breakfast included.
DAY 5: TROMSØ
- Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel, prior to departure.
The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change without affecting the overall experience of the itinerary.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Maximum room capacity
Throughout your tour, you’ll stay in a Standard Room in the following 4* hotel (or similar):
- Clarion Collection Hotel 4* or Clarion Collection Hotel Aurora 4*
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
The maximum room capacity is 1 child + 1 adult, or 2 adults. Single rooms available.
Your dining choices
This is a bed & breakfast stay. You are also invited to enjoy a light snack (buffet selection, excluding drinks) at your hotel, every day from 6pm to 8pm. During your night cruise in the Tromsø fjord, you will enjoy a delicious traditional Norweigan dinner (drinks not included), before resuming your observation of the northern lights. Please note: Unless otherwise stated, the meat/fish option is booked for dinner. If you would like a vegetarian menu, please do inform us at the time of booking.
Your included excursions —
Included excursion - Day 2 : Northern Lights chase with northern Norwegian charm (6h)
Enjoy an exhilarating evening excursion to chase the Northern Lights, including stunning photo opportunities, photography tips and a cosy campfire gathering.
Further information:
Itinerary:
- You'll be picked up in Tromsø (departure: 18h35 Scandic Ishavshotel) for your bus trip in search of the magical Northern Lights.
- Accompanied by a guide with good local knowledge, you'll find the best spot to observe the Northern Lights, and the ideal backdrop for your photos.
- Your guide will share interesting information about the Northern Lights, both scientific and folkloristic.
- You'll also be shown how to adjust your camera settings do as to take the best photos possible of the Northern Lights to show family and friends.
- Time permitting, visit a lavvo (tented Sami accommodation) and enjoy roasting marshmallows around a warm campfire, before returning to your hotel.
Departure point: Scandic Ishavshotel
Departure time: 18h35 OR 19h50*
Please note the change in departure time, as follows:
- 15/09/2024 – 19/03/2025: Departure at 18h35 hours.
- 20/03 - 31/03/2025: Departure at 19h50.
Please note: Kindly meet 10 minutes prior to departure.
Duration: 5- 7 hours approximately.
Included excursion - Day 3: Aurora dinner cruise on hybrid-electric boat (3.5 hours)
Embark on a cruise aboard a hybrid-electric boat (3.5 hours) and glide silently into the darkness of the Tromsø fjords. You'll enjoy an Arctic-inspired dinner, and much more...
Further information:
Itinerary:
- Cruise silently into the darkness of the Tromsø fjords and enjoy an Arctic-inspired dinner in our panoramic salons.
- Learn more about the icy landscape and culture of Tromsø and Arctic Norway.
- If we're lucky, we'll be able to observe the Northern Lights in the night sky.
- Afterwards, enjoy dinner prepared with seasonal ingredients and inspired by traditional northern Norwegian dishes (A selection of local beer and quality wine will be available for purchase).
Departure: 19h00
Disembarkation: 22h00
Duration: (3.5 hours)
Please note: Meet 15 minutes prior to departure time at the pier to the side of Skarven Kro Restaurant in Tromsø (Kaigata 6).
Your optional excursions —
Optional excursion: Silent whale watching on hybrid-electric boat (8-9h)
Gain a unique perspective on the magnificent Humpback Whales and Orcas as they feed in the herring-rich fjords of the Arctic. A silent hybrid-electric boat minimises disturbance to nature, and in particular, the whales.
Itinerary:
- Depart Tromsø at 08h00 in the morning and head out to the whales’ feeding grounds in time to enjoy the few hours of polar daylight.
- On the way you can take in the breathtaking views of frozen landscapes in comfortable, warm lounges with panoramic windows.
- You’ll find a selection of food and drinks for purchase on board.
- While we search for the whales, our passionate guides will share personal stories about interesting sights along the way and give you indepth information about the Orca and Humpback Whale.
- Once the whales have been spotted, we switch to our electric and silent engine to minimise disturbance to the whales. Purpose built for whale watching, our boat has multiple decks, ensuring you have enough space and enjoy great views.
Start time: 08h00
End time: 17h00
Please note: Meet 15 minutes before departure.
Departure point: The pier to the side of Skarven Kro Restaurant in Tromsø (Kaigata 6).
Your journey to Norway —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Transfers:
Tour transport and inter-hotel transfers are included as per your itinerary.
Your destination —
Tromsø
Tromsø is situated in the centre of the Northern Lights zone and is, therefore, among the best places on earth to observe this natural phenomenon that has been drawing visitors for decades.
The gateway to the Arctic and the capital of northern Norway, Tromsø also has many cultural sights and excellent restaurants guaranteeing you an exciting stay. Visitors to Tromsø are often surprised to find such a vibrant and cosmopolitan city so far north - here you are a staggering 200 miles inside the Arctic Circle. Tromsø is the home to the world’s northernmost University, a beer brewery, a cathedral, a glassblowing hut, a Botanical Garden and an Electronic Music Festival.
The city is surrounded by snow-topped peaks and glass-like lakes, providing spectacular scenery and great skiing, with evenings often bathed in the glow of the Northern Lights. In wintertime, rides in reindeer-driven sleighs, dog sledding, ice fishing and snowmobile trips followed by traditional Sami meals in lavvus (traditional Sami tents), will provide life-long memories.
Book today to discover the land of Midnight Sun and Polar Nights.
