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Norway's Arctic nature, culture and the Northern Lights
- Experience
- Norway
- total price from £ 2,718.00 ]
- price based on: 2 adults
Explore Norway's Arctic natural wonders, wildlife and hunt for the captivating Northern Lights, including excursions, breakfast, flights and transfers
Discover the world beyond the Arctic Circle in Northern Norway where you'll find surprises and wonder aplenty. From the fascinating culture and lively city life of Tromsø to journeys into the Arctic wilderness, you'll experience breathtaking natural beauty, encounter the traditions of indigenous Sami culture and meet some of the astounding wildlife of the region. And most unforgettable of all is the chance to hunt for the Northern Lights dancing in the dark night skies above. Make this escape even more special with optional excursions to take you even closer into the Arctic world, from serene ice fishing expeditions to enchanting husky and reindeer safaris across the picturesque Norwegian landscape.
Please note that the Northern Lights are of course a naturally occurring phenomenon, so while you will have a good chance of seeing them (and we'll cross our fingers for you), we cannot guarantee they will oblige!
Included
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4 or 6 nights in Northern Norway
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Breakfast
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Excursions included on 4 night stays:
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- Reindeer safari (day 2)
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- Guided walk in Sommarøy Village (day 3)
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- Aurora Campfire excursion (day 3)
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- Guided walk in Tromsø (day 4)
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- Entrance to Polar Museum (day 4)
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- Northern Lights Cruise (day 4)
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Excursions included on 6 night stays:
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- Entrance to Polar Park (day 2)
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- Reindeer & Sami Culture experience (day 3)
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- Guided Northern Lights hunt (day 4)
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- Aurora Fjord Cruise (day 6)
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Fast boat from Harstad to Tromsø (ca. 3 hours)
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Coach transfers during included excursions
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Halfboard excluding drinks in Sommarøy Arctic Hotel
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Private airport transfers
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Return flight from to Tromsø
Day 1: Tromsø
Your adventure begins in the far northerly city of Tromsø - located at 69 degrees north, Tromsø is 320 km above the Arctic Circle. Despite the cold, this fascinating city is a hub lively cafes, world class seafood restaurants, a rich cultural life and exciting nightlife. You can opt to make your ow…
Read moreDay 2-3: Sommarøy Island
After a hearty breakfast on day 2, it's time to wrap up cosy before you get to meet the local wildlife, on an exciting reindeer safari in the picturesque wilderness. As is the oldest form of transportation in the north, the reindeer sleigh is an integral part of Sami heritage - so as well as riding…
Read moreDay 4: Tromsø
In the morning, it's time to make your way back to Tromsø. The thrills aren't over yet though, and you'll have the chance to take an optional husky safari. Perfect for dog lovers, this dog sledding adventure brings you close to an authentic northern experience. Before you start, you'll visit a kenn…
Read moreDay 1: Tromsø
Your adventure begins in the far northerly city of Tromsø - located at 69 degrees north, Tromsø is 320 km above the Arctic Circle. Despite the cold, this fascinating city is a hub lively cafes, world class seafood restaurants, a rich cultural life and exciting nightlife. You can opt to make your ow…
Read moreDay 2: Narvik
Explore the picturesque Tromsø region and discover its wildlife and pristine snowy landscapes, as you discover the northernmost polar park in the world. As well as being home to some of the big predators of the Arctic: the lynx, wolf and wolverine, you'll also have the opportunity to meet other ani…
Read moreDay 3-4: Svolvær
Today brings another animal encounter in Sortland, where you'll experience what life is like at a typical Sami reindeer farm. Get to meet these majestic docile animals and learn more about their role in indigenous Sami culture with a reindeer herder. After lunch you'll drive towards Svolvær through…
Read moreDay 5-6: Tromsø
Later in the day after breakfast, you'll depart today towards Harstad to catch the fast boat to Tromsø. Take the time to unwind, or try your luck with another another Northern Lights excursion, in search of the magical sight.
It's time to try something novel on day six, with a variety of optiona…
Read moreOptional excursions
Choose any of the following optional excursions in the booking process:
Sea Eagle Safari by RIB or boat in Sommarøy
On this guided tour, you'll head out on the open sea to explore the coast of Sommarøy, in search of the resident colony of sea eagles. Take in the stunning views of the rugged shoreline of Sommarøy and look out for the immense birds as they swoop down to catch fish - with impressive wing spans of up to two metres, they're hard to miss.
Husky safari in Tromsø
Discover the Arctic coastal nature with breathtaking views of Tromsø along the way, as you travel past the landscape of snow-topped mountains and long fjords. Spend an hour of sledding through the Arctic wilderness to take in the views, before returning to the farm where you can meet some adorable husky puppies, then warm up with a traditional Sami reindeer stew and coffee.
Ice Fishing excursion
Discover the thrills of ice fishing in a hidden valley and fjord just outside Tromsø. Your tour first takes you on scenic drive through valleys, fjords, and mountains. Once at the fjord, you'll be kitted out with an ice drill and ice fishing equipment before you head out onto the frozen lake.
Sami culture and Reindeer experience
Learn more about the culture and heritage of the Sami - the indigenous people of northern Europe, and get to know more about the importance of reindeer in their lives. The reindeer sleigh is the oldest form of transportation in the north - you'll get to ride across the scenic wilderness on a sleigh ride, and learn more about the Sami way of life.
Discover Tromsø and surrounding region
On this relaxing Arctic scenery tour, you'll venture around the picturesque and breathtaking island of Kvaløya; the fifth biggest island of Norway. Discover the Arctic wildlife while enjoying stunning mountain views and endless fjord views. Keep your eyes open for eagles, sea otters, seals, foxes, moose, and reindeer.
Snowmobile safari
Explore the majestic Lyngenalps with a local guide on this scenic, and safe snowmobile safari where you can see Arctic nature at its finest. During this excursion, you'll follow the trails to get a closer look at the magnificent sights here, before a thrilling snowmobile ride, ending with a warm traditional Sami meal, served in a Lavvu (Sami tent).
Aurora dinner cruise
Take a cruise away from the bright lights of Tromsø, to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights. With minimal light pollution, you'll have a better chance of seeing the magnificent aurora, surrounded by the darkness out at sea. A home-made fresh fish dinner will be served with a dessert and coffee / tea during the cruise.
Northern Lights hunt by bus
Accompanied by a licensed professional guide on board, this tour will take you to the best places to see the Northern Lights, depending on conditions of the day, along with warm drinks and snacks throughout.
Book now, pay the rest later
Did you know, you can book now and pay the rest later with our convenient deposit payment option? If you book this deal 35 days prior to your departure, you can choose to pay in instalments. The deposit will be 50% of the deal’s price, plus any extras you may decide to add (i.e. travel insurance). You can review the instalment amounts and due dates in the last step before placing your booking.
Additional Information
Conditions | Your booking is a direct contract between you and Secret Escapes Limited for the provision of your package. Secret Escapes acts as a tour operator responsible, and is therefore liable for the proper execution of the agreement. The Secret Escapes Terms and Conditions (A) apply to this booking. The Secret Escapes Cancellation Terms and Conditions apply to this booking. |
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Passport, visa and health requirements | The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements, before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals. |
Price changes | Please note that the flights included in this offer are subject to live availability and price, and can change during your booking process. When this is the case, we will always notify during the booking process. |
Pet policy | Pets are not allowed on this trip. |
Northern Lights | The Northern Lights are of course a naturally occurring phenomenon, so while you will have a good chance of seeing them (and we'll cross our fingers for you), we cannot guarantee they will oblige! |
Flight times | Please note that flights may be subject to change, delay or postponement by the provider and that flight times are provisional. Don't forget to check the actual flight times before departure on the website of the airline or the airport to avoid inconvenient surprises. |
Travel documents | You will receive all documents relevant to your trip, 7 days prior to departure at the latest |