Tromso, Norway, On Transit
Travelers seeking off-the-beaten-path destinations will love Northern Norway, with overnight stays in memorable and incredible spots. This trip is an ideal getaway for a week, with a mix of gorgeous landscapes and small city cultures. This itinerary focuses on Norway’s wild northern coast, which offers quite a deal of history and culture along with outdoor activity opportunities. We fly to Tromsø, nicknamed 'Paris of the North, traverse the Norwegian Arctic, and experience a number of natural and cultural sites in what also happens to be Northern Norway's largest city.
From here, we board a luxury cruise ship for 2 nights and 3 days, and we sail towards the ends of the earth, off a coast that is as far north as it is possible to get on the continent of Europe. Each day ends with another opportunity to view the Northern Lights in this beautiful and remote part of the world. Meet the indigenous Sami people and encounter a hotel made of snow along the Norwegian/Finnish border. Take part in a wide range of activities, take photos, and explore the villages on foot.
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Highlights
We have carefully planned out each day to give you the best possible experience. From exploring historic landmarks to tasting delicious local cuisine, each day is packed with adventure and excitement. Join us as we take you on a journey through some of the most fascinating destinations in the world.
Private transfer in a coach on arrival in Tromso. After settling in at your hotel (after 2 p.m.), we recommend exploring the charming city of the "capital of Northern Norway" on a walking tour.
19:00 Hrs Tromso Aurora Dinner Cruise - Join our Northern Lights Dinner Cruise: go around Tromsø fjord, enjoy a delicious dinner from a local restaurant in Tromso and, if you are lucky, you might even see the Northern Lights! A cruise around Tromso Fjord by night
Overnight in Tromso.
(December 1st - April 9th) / Departure: 09:00 / Return: 17:00
Meeting time and place: 08:45 Samuel Arnesens gate 7, 9008 Tromso
Learn how to drive a snowmobile out in the wilderness, followed by a guided visit to the magical Tromsø Ice Domes and a chance to visit the reindeer outside of the ice hotel.
Upon arrival at the wilderness centre of Tromsø Ice Domes, you will be provided with state-of-the-art snowmobiling suits and helmets. The adventure will begin with a thorough safety introduction and practical demonstration. You don't need any previous skills to drive a snowmobile; all you need is normal physical condition. (A driving licence is required.) You will be driving in pairs, one driver and one passenger on each snowmobile, with the opportunity to switch places during the trip. The tour will bring you past scenic mountains and through the dramatic, snow-covered Finn Valley, starting at 250 m above sea level and slowly climbing in between the majestic mountains. You will be on the snowmobile track for approximately 2 hours, depending on the weather and snow conditions.
After the snowmobiling, you will visit the Ice Domes, where the ice bar, ice cinema, ice suites, and ice restaurant have themes ranging from local Sami culture to the Northern Lights, conveyed through beautiful coloured lighting and wonderful ice sculptures. At the Ice Domes, you will join a guided tour and learn about the construction process of the ice hotel and the impact the snow has on the survival of our Arctic animals. There will be time to walk around freely and ask the experienced guide questions, as well as admire the unique snow and ice art carved by professional artists. A non-alcoholic ice shot at the stunning ice bar is complimentary. There is also a small group of reindeer at the Tromsø Ice Domes for our guests to visit.
Note! In order to drive the snowmobile, you must be a minimum of 18 years of age and hold a valid driver’s licence. Please also note that there is no reindeer sledging, Sami culture, or reindeer petting involved in this tour.
Physical difficulty level: easy Please let us know of any physical conditions that we should be aware of when preparing for the tour.
Overnight in Tromso.
Fun & Easy Dog Sledding Adventure (8th November - 9th April)
Drive your own team of huskies! This is an experience out of the ordinary and a must-do for anyone visiting Northern Norway. The dog sled has been used for centuries throughout the Arctic region, mainly for travel, hunting, and transportation. Now it’s your chance to get closer to the raw nature of the Arctic and try this adventurous way of travelling. All tours depart from outside the Scandic Ishavshotel, where you will be picked up for a scenic 50-minute transfer to our camp in Breivikeidet. Upon arrival at our camp in Breivikeidet, situated in a picturesque valley close to the sea, you will be welcomed by our friendly staff.
We will provide you with polar-insulated suits, boots, hats, and mittens before heading out on the dog sledding adventure. Before meeting the huskies, your guide will go through the safety instructions and show you the basics of driving the sled. You don’t need any previous experience: after listening carefully to the demonstration and a few minutes of practice, you’ll enjoy driving on the open fields and inside the forest trails.
Once you say farewell to your four-legged companions, you are invited into our lavvo (a traditional Sami tent), where you can learn a lot more about the dogs from our knowledgeable guides around a campfire and over some hot drinks and cake, and you’ll be driven back to the city with an experience of a lifetime behind you and spectacular photos to show for it!
Meeting time and place - 08:00, 09:50, 11:40 from Tromsø Scandic Ishavshotel.
Duration- 4 hours 15 min
Included - Transfers by bus from and back to Tromsø, English-speaking guide, winter overall suit, boots, mittens, hat, Hot drinks & cake
What to bring or wear - We recommend dressing in warm winter clothing and in layers so you can adjust your clothing to the weather. We recommend bringing a scarf in cold weather.
Board a Havila Cruise - Welcome to Havila Voyages We sail on new, environmentally friendly ships, which makes the world's most beautiful coastal voyage also a comfortable one. We sail towards the ends of the earth, off a coast that is as far north as it is possible to get on the continent of Europe.
Welcome aboard! (Self Transfer) Board the Havila cruise, and embarkation will start after 15:00 hrs. The ship sets sail at 18:15 hrs. for the exciting journey ahead.
Ports: Hammerfest - Havøysund - Honningsvåg - Kjøllefjord - Mehamn - Berlevåg
As far north as you can get - by land and sea. For many, a visit to the North Cape is a high point and a goal for voyages along the Norwegian coast. Up here in the polar landscape, nature is at its harshest and most desolate, but between bare plains and rugged cliffs, people cling on and reap nature's bounty. Our recommended excursion for today is
North Cape plateau
Disembarkation port: Honningsvåg
Embarkation port: Honningsvåg
Time: 11:30-14:30
Season: All year round
Wear comfortable shoes and warm, windproof clothing.
People come here from all over the world to experience being so far north. The iconic globe has become the symbol of the North Cape and is also a popular photo stop. On the North Cape is also the North Cape Hall, partly built into the mountain cliff, where you will find a restaurant with endless views, a souvenir shop in the mountain wall, a chapel, and a Thai museum. A 180-degree wide-screen film screening of the North Cape throughout the four seasons is a must-see.
The excursion to the North Cape also takes you through a wide, barren landscape with rocks and hardy, low-growing vegetation. In the summer, you can see reindeer herds on the plateau. In winter, the snow ploughs' battles against the snow can be an equally impressive sight. At the ends of the earth. The North Cape plateau rises a steep 307 meters straight up from the Arctic Ocean. You are standing on the European continent’s most northerly point, looking out across a horizon so long that you can see the Earth's curve.
Keep a lookout, as the northern lights can be experienced anytime from late evening onwards.
Ports: Båtsfjord - Vardø - Vadsø - Kirkenes
Arrive Kirkenes/ Cruise Ends
At Snowhotel 365, stay in the unique game cabins and enjoy the restaurant all year round. The cabins are inspired by the traditional hunting and fishing huts (“Gammes”) that you find in the wilderness of Lapland - the Sami areas of the Arctic.
You are now as far east on your voyage as you can go.
09:00 Hrs: Disembark from the cruise and transfer to Snowhotel 365, where everything is made of ice and snow.
10:00 Hrs: Check-in the Snowhotel 365
Today, we encourage you to access and experience the Snow Hotel and Sauna, visit the reindeer farm and husky farm and play with 140 huskies and puppies, watch a movie on the Arctic Region in the Movie Time lounge, and take a bike tour around the beautiful landscape around you.
Amenities: Warm cabin with studio, bathroom with shower, and toilet.
Inclusions: breakfast and a three-course dinner in our unique farmhouse restaurant Låven, with a fantastic view of the fjord.
Luggage service
Winter Duration (01.12 - 31.03) - Arctic nature explodes in orange, yellow, and red. Then, finally, twilight falls, and the Midnight Sun gives way to the magic streams of the Northern Lights.
12:00 Hrs: Visit the husky farm and play with 140 huskies and puppies.
13:00 Hrs The Original King Crab Safari by RIB
17:00 Hrs: Cycling around the beautiful Sandnesdalen area. (Complementary activity on own)
19:00 Hrs: Three-course dinner
21:00- 00:00 Hrs: Hunting the Northern Lights by bus, We drive toward the borders of Russia and Finland to search for the northern lights. Duration: 3 hours.
Overnight in Gamme Northern Light cabin
*Christmas and New Year supplement charges extra
Board flight back home
Detailed personal itinerary
Tromso -
Havila Coastal Cruise -
Kirkenes -
In case client wishes to prepone /postpone his or her travel dates, we request you to kindly reach us 15 days prior to journey date via e-mail/SMS..
The customers can prepone /postpone their tour once without any additional charges (if intimated before 15 days of travel date in written). However postponing & preponing second time will attract additional charges.
Also note that few service providers (Hoteliers, Transporter etc.) may apply postpone/prepone charges even after meeting above requirement. In such cases postpone/prepone charges will deducted from the advance amount deposited.
In all prepone or postpone scenarios, the services and the costing will be subject to availability of Hotel/Volvo and season/off season time.
We do not accept any changes in plan within 15 days of travel date. However in rare cases like adverse climatic conditions or strikes, package can be postponed which will be intimated to you beforehand.
The validity to utilize your Advance payment in prepone/postpone scenarios is 1 Year from the date of advance payment.
The advance payment and the invoice Number allotted to you, are transferable i.e. you can pass on your booking to any of your friends/ relatives. (Please Note: In order to transfer your booking you must meet the above terms and conditions first).
If you Cancel your Holiday
30 days or more before date of departure : 25% of total cost
29 - 20 days before date of departure : 50% of total cost
19 days or less before date of departure : 100% of total cost
