Capitals of the Northern Lights

Breakfast at the hotel. 
Shared Tour Included

TROMSO CITY TOUR
APPROXIMATE DURATION: 2 hours
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning we depart by coach for a 2-hour city sightseeing tour and perfect introduction to Tromso. Tromso enjoys a subarctic climate, its location corresponding to the northern coast of Alaska. Learn about the indigenous Sami people, their traditional culture and recent history. Following this, you will continue a tour around the island, passing Lake Prestvatn where the Me
teorological Institute is situated. Travel across the bridge to the Arctic Cathedral (entrance included) for a visit to this masterpiece by Jan Inge Hovig. Built in 1965, the cathedral reflects north Norwegian nature, culture, and faith with a monumental stained-glass window. Afternoon at leisure.

Optional
KING CRAB CULINARY EXPERIENCE
APPROXIMATE DURATION: 2 hours
MEETING TIME: 11:30 in the hotel reception
INCLUDES: English guide and lunch
PRICE /PERSON: ADULT/ CHILD (7-12 YEARS): On Request
REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING AND SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY. 
After a 300 meters walk to a traditional boathouse, you will pull live king crabs out of a saltwater aquarium. Get them cooked in front of you while you listen to stories of the king crabs' prevalence  as a natural resource and how they made their journey from  Kamchatka to Kirkenes.

Optional
CABLE CAR
APPROXIMATE DURATION: 2 hours
MEETING TIME: 19:30 in the hotel reception
INCLUDES: transportation, lift ride and guide.
PRICE /PERSON (MIN. 2 PERSONS): ADULT/CHILD (7-12 YEARS): On Request
REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING AND SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY. 
A short transfer by taxi will take you from the hotel to the Cable Car Station.  Board a gondola, and in just four minutes you will be transported 421 m above sea level to experience Tromso’s best view.  Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Tromso and the surrounding islands, mountains and fjords.

Hotel/Other Details: Radisson Blu Tromso or similar

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel.  The ride from Tromso to Alta is breath-taking regardless of the time of year.  Stunning scenery and magnificent nature ensure that this trip will stay with you for a long time. The distance between Tromso and Alta is about 300 km, a route travelled in approximately 8 hours and include two ferry crossings. Lunch in route at Bios Café Stroslett (no beverages included). Arrival in Alta and check in at your hotel. Evening at leisure.

Optional
HORSE SLEIGH RIDE UNDER THE NORTHERN LIGHTS
APPROXIMATE DURATION: 4 Hours
MEETING TIME: 19:40 in the hotel reception
INCLUDES: transportation, sleigh ride, traditional Norwegian dinner
PRICE /PERSON:  ADULT / CHILD (7-12 YEARS): On Request
REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING AND SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY 
From Alta, you will be transferred to a nearby farm, where you will board a sleigh pulled by a Norwegian Fjord horse. The ride takes you through forests and along the Alta River. At the end of the journey, you’ll arrive at a wilderness cabin to enjoy a three-course dinner by the fire. If weather conditions allow, you’ll have the opportunity to observe and photograph the Northern Lights

Hotel/Other Details: Scandic Alta or similar

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast at the hotel.
Shared Tour Included
ALTA MUSEUM  
APPROXIMATE DURATION: 15 min guided and free time to visit Experience the Northern Europe’s largest and richest rock carving site, inscribed on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Here you can walk on pathways arranged around the rock carving area while enjoying a fantastic view over the Alta Fjord. The 2000 to 6200 years old rock carvings show the life of hunters and fishermen. You will have a 15 min guided tour at the museum with some free time afterwards to walk around at your own pace.

Optional
HUSKY TOUR
APPROXIMATE DURATION: 3 hours
MEETING TIME: 12:00 in the hotel reception
INCLUDES: English guide, warm clothing and lunch
PRICE /PERSON: ADULT: 290 EUR - CHILD (7-12 YEARS): On Request
REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING AND SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY 
You’ll begin the experience with a delicious lunch — the perfect way to recharge before your exciting husky adventure begins. But this meal is much more than just nourishment: it’s a sensory journey. Around the table, you’ll taste, smell, feel the textures, and hear the stories behind each ingredient. Inspired by nature and local traditions, the seasonal menu reflects the essence of the Arctic, and we’ll be delighted to share our knowledge and passion with you. After lunch, you’ll receive clear and concise instructions on how to drive a dog sled. Then comes the moment you’ve been waiting for — meeting the stars of the day: our friendly and enthusiastic Alaskan huskies, eagerly waiting for you at the kennel. The air is filled with the excited barks of the dogs. They’re ready, lined up in front of their sleds, waiting for the signal to go. You might feel a mix of excitement and anticipation yourself. The gate opens. The dogs leap forward. And suddenly — silence. A silence broken only by the sound of paws and sled runners gliding over the snow. You’re in control of the sled, and 
the dogs are guiding your path.

Optional
SORRISNIVA ICE HOTEL
APPROXIMATE DURATION: 2,5 hours
MEETING TIME: 18:00 in the hotel reception
INCLUDES: transportation, guide, soft drink, entrance to Sorrisniva
PRICE /PERSON: ADULT/CHILD (7-12 YEARS): On Request
REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING AND SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY 
Meet your Tour Director in the lobby of your hotel for a 20 minute bus ride into the countryside. The family owned Sorrisniva adventure facility is perfectly located to maximize your chances of seeing the magnificent Aurora Borealis in the time between September and March. Experience the Igloo Hotel - the worlds northernmost ice hotel, built from ground every year with different themes. Get a break from 
your daily life and feel the serenity and silence the Igloo Hotel gives you. Wander among handcrafted ice sculptures or take an ice drink in our bar. Everything is made from pure snow and ice. And, as a possible grand finale, thanks to the hotel’s privileged location and favorable weather conditions, there’s a good chance we may witness the Northern Lights on the way back — a magical experience that could be the highlight of your Arctic evening. 

Hotel/Other Details: Scandic Alta or similar

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to Saariselka, including a stop in Karasjok (except for: Feb 20th and March 13th).
* Important:  For the departures on Feb 20th and March 13th, the accommodation will be in Levi at the Northern Lights Village hotel or similar.

Shared Tour Included
SAMI MUSEUM
*Only for:  05, 11 January and 5 March  
Included / APPROXIMATE DURATION: 1 hour
Visit the Sami Museum, established in 1972 as the first Sami cultural institution in Norway. The museum has over 5,000 objects in the collections. This is the largest museum collection representing Sámi cultural history in Norway. Free time for lunch in Karasjok and continue too Saariselka. Arrival and check-in. Dinner at the hotel.
Shared Tour Included
JUHLS’S SILVER GALLERY 
*Only for: Feb 20th and March 13th 
Included / APPROXIMATE DURATION: 1 hour
Over the years, the place has evolved into a gem of personal architecture. Behind it lies a genuine desire to create something beautiful and an irrepressible passion for craftsmanship. The Juhls family expresses themselves through various forms of arts and crafts, 
with jewelry-making becoming their most significant focus. Here, you’ll be able to see a selection of their unique pieces — each one still handcrafted entirely in their workshop. Free time for lunch (not included) in Kautokeino, followed by departure to Levi.

Optional
AURORA HUNT BY HEATED SLEIGH
APPROXIMATE DURATION: 3 hours
MEETING TIME: 20:30 in the hotel reception
INCLUDES: English guide, thermal clothing, warm berry juice, cookies and marshmallow.
PRICE /PERSON: ADULT/CHILD (7-12 YEARS): On Request
REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING AND SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY 
The silent, snow-covered forest, the nocturnal fell on the edge of the boundless wilderness, and the magical Northern Lights above you. Take a seat in the heated Aurora sleigh and enjoy! Your guide tows the sleigh with a snowmobile through the snowy, moon and starlit landscape, all the way to the top of the fell, far away from the residential areas and their light pollution. After arriving, we prepare 
our cameras and take photographs of the northern night sky. We wait for the Northern Lights to appear in comfort by the fire, enjoying hot drinks and listening to tales. 

Hotel/Other Details: Northern Lights Village Saariselka or similar Northern Lights Village Levi or similar

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner

Breakfast and dinner at the hotel and day at leisure.  

Shared Tour Included
REINDEER EXPRESS 
APPROXIMATE DURATION: 1,5 hours
INCLUDES: English guide and thermal clothing
Meet a knowledgeable reindeer herder who will share stories about reindeer and the rich culture of Lapland. Then, settle into a traditional reindeer sleigh and hold on as you glide through the snowy forest. The serene beauty of the winter landscape, coupled with the soft sound of hooves on snow, makes this a magical journey you’ll cherish forever. 

Shared Tour Included
AURORA SNOWSHOE 
APPROXIMATE DURATION: 2,5 hours
INCLUDES: English guide, thermal clothing, snowshoes, warm berry juice, cookies and marshmallows.
Meeting with the guide to begin this amazing activity. In the quiet forest, snow crunches beneath your snowshoes as you walk past trees heavy with snow, under the light of the moon and stars. At the fell, a cozy hut offers warmth, snacks, and drinks while you wait — hopefully — to witness the magical dance of the Northern Lights across the sky.

Optional
SNOWMOBILE
APPROXIMATE DURATION: 2 hours
MEETING TIME: 10:00 in the hotel reception
INCLUDES: English guide, thermal clothing, warm drinks and snacks.
PRICE /PERSON: ADULT/CHILD (7-12 YEARS): On Request
*Children shorter than 140 cm are required to sit in a sleigh.
REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING AND SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY 
Leave the last remains of your everyday cares behind you and sit behind the handlebars of a snowmobile.  On the snowmobile safari, you will receive a good understanding of the nature of Lapland during the winter. The breathtakingly beautiful landscape of the forest, the powdery snowdrifts, and the trees bowing down under the weight of the snow line your route that takes you comfortably away from the bustle of the village of Saariselkä.

*Note: To drive a snow mobile in Finland you must have a valid driver’s license from a country of issue which has signed the Road Traffic Convention of Geneva. We cannot accept responsibility for licenses that are not accepted. Please consult if you have any doubts.

Optional
SNOWSHOEING IN THE FELLS
APPROXIMATE DURATION: 2 hours
MEETING TIME: 10:00 in the hotel reception
INCLUDES: English guide, thermal clothing, warm berry juice and snowshoes.
PRICE /PERSON: ADULT/CHILD (7-12 YEARS): On Request
REQUIRES PRE-BOOKING AND SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY 
We hike through the forest in snowshoes to a nearby fell where we will build a fire, prepare a hot drink and enjoy the spectacular scenery. The guide will provide information on the nature and animals of Lapland, and with any luck, we may see a Siberian jay, a willow grouse, or a herd of reindeer wandering by. This trip is especially suitable for nature-lovers, who wish to take great photographs and ecologically enjoy the natural scenery.

Hotel/Other Details: Northern Lights Village Saariselka or similar Northern Lights Village Levi or similar

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel and regular transfer to Ivalo airport, except for: Feb 20th and March 13th with transfer to Kitttilä airport.

Hotel/Other Details: Northern Lights Village Saariselka or similar Northern Lights Village Levi or similar

Meal Plan: Breakfast