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Aurora Borealis Norwegian Explorer

Tour Itinerary

Upon arrival, you may take a taxi or Airport Express for a short drive to your hotel. 

In the evening, enjoy a Northern Lights Dinner Cruise on a very comfortable boat with spacious deck space, toilets, and a warm, cozy lounge. You will hunt for the lights and get a fabulous view of the Tromsø area on a beautiful Arctic winter night. During the trip, you will be served a traditional North Norwegian fish dinner.

  • Dinner
  • Tromso Hotel

The Dog-Sledding Adventure

Drive the dog sled into the white landscapes through the beautiful Vass Valley landscape surrounded by majestic mountains.

Upon arrival at our wilderness camp, you will receive outdoor clothes and shoes to keep you warm during your stay. You will get instructions on how to drive a dog sledding team from experienced mushers.  You will be moving in pairs, one driver and one passenger on each sled, allowing you to switch places halfway. The trail is approximately 10-12 km, and you will be on the sled for about 1,5-2 hours. At the end of the trail, you will return to the camp, where you will be served a hot meal and fresh coffee at the Lavvu dining room.

  • Breakfast / Hot Meal
  • Tromso Hotel

Snowmobiling Safari With Spectacular Landscapes

Experience the exhilaration of snowmobiling over one of Lapland’s most spectacular landscapes during a 7-hour snowmobile safari from Tromso. Enjoy a tranquil ferry ride across Norway’s glittering fjords to the Lyngen Alps, an area of unrivaled natural beauty.

On arrival, climb aboard your state-of-the-art snowmobile and follow winding trails through dramatic valleys and over frozen peaks. Feel your adrenaline levels surge as you soar through the bright or darkened area, depending on the start time selected. Then, revitalize with some hot soup and steaming beverages before returning to Tromso.

  • Breakfast / Hot Meal
  • Tromso Hotel

Free day to explore on your own.

Northern Lights in Camp Tamok
In the evening, you will be transferred from city center to Camp Tamok for your overnight stay and Northern Light activities. The camp is located in a different climate zone. Here, you find stable dry weather with many days of clear sky. Due to the stable climate of this location the persistent Aurora watcher will have excellent chances of spotting the frail rays of this beauty. Also, in this uninhabited area, no artificial light will disturb your experience or your attempt to capture the Aurora Borealis with your camera. The guide will focus specifically on sharing tips and techniques on how to photograph the Aurora Borealis.

During the visit you will be served a hot meal and enjoy a social time by the open fire in the big Lavvu (Sami herdsmen’s tent). The excursion includes a 2 kilometer hike through the valley at night-time. If the sky is cloudy or there is no sign of the Northern Lights, you will head off on a Northern Lights chase by minibus. There are several hotspots within a short driving distance from the camp.

  • Breakfast / Hot Meal
  • Aurora Chalet at Camp Tamok

In the morning, you will be transferred  to Reindeer Sledding Excursion, starting at approx. 10:30

Reindeer sledding is the oldest form of transport in the north and an ancient part of Sami culture. People of all ages can participate in this very “soft” adventure. This cultural adventure includes trying lasso-throwing, the way the Sami people still today catch their reindeer when they are rounded up for marking or slaughter. Also, you will learn about Sami culture and history.

You will be driving in pairs, with one sled for each reindeer. To conclude this excursion, you will be served a hot meal. Daytime trips give you a fantastic view of the wild mountains in the area. Return to Tromsø city center and check in at your hotel.

  • Breakfast / Hot Meal
  • Tromso Hotel

Individual hotel check-out. You may take a taxi or Airport Express for a short drive the airport.

  • Breakfast

Customer reviews

Randi Friedman 10 February 2019
Bobby,

I just wanted to take a minute to thank you so very much for your planning for our trip. It was absolutely fantastic!!!!! The hotel, was wonderful (and you were right, of course, the walk from our hotel to the pick-up site was just a short walk). An unexpected surprise was their buffet dinner, which was welcomed after wonderful days out at Camp Tamok. Everyone we came into contact with, car driver for airport pick-up, hotel staff and most especially the wonderful people at the Camp helped to make this a very special trip. We did get to see the Northern Lights on our first night (on the boat where the captain and his staff were a wonderful introduction to the Norwegian people)!

Again, thank you so much. If you ever need a recommendation for planning someone's trip, we would be more than happy to do so.

Randi Friedman
Brenda Bland 16 January 2019
We had a wonderful trip! Everyone was very friendly and helpful, they went out of their way to make sure everyone was safe and having a good time. Our trip included the Dog Sledding, Snow mobiles and Reindeer sledding as well as chasing the Northern Lights. We had a great time on all of the trips. We especially enjoyed the Dog Sledding. The food was very tasty. We spent the night in a Chalet but we had snow over night and didn't get to see the Lights. Fantastic trip - I highly recommend it. Just one note: Buy removable cleats for your shoes/boots, it helps when walking around Tromso.
Bruce & Anna Whiteway 13 October 2014
Susie,
Just wanted to let you know we are back from our Iceland and Norway trip. We had a great time, everything worked out as planned. Flights, hotels, timing, the cruise, all were terrific. It was an amazing experience, we loved every minute. Exceeded my expectations.

Thanks for all your help and patience in working with us to plan and arrange everything for this tour of Norway and beyond.

And yes, we came home with 5 sweaters (4 for Anna, one for me)!
Thanks again,
Bruce & Anna Whiteway
Donat Rexon 23 July 2014
Fantastic holiday! My grandson enjoyed it very much and we also had a great time. Hotels were comfortable and warm , food excellent and all the activities well prepared and real fun. The guides were perfect. Thank you Tommy for your warmth and friendliness.Donat Rexon -
Natalya Rocka 23 July 2014
We had a thoroughly enjoyable trip to Santa Claus holiday village. The village was covered in snow and looked magical. We enjoyed ice fishing, the reindeer sleigh rides and the huskies - they were so cute! Simply a magical experience from beginning to end. Thank you Nordic Saga Tours for fantastic service..... Natalya Rocka
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