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Northern Lights of Scandinavia - Classic Group, Winter
See the Northern Lights from Scandinavia's breathtaking mountaintops on this 10-day tour of Helsinki, Alta and Oslo. Journey through Finnish Lapland250 km above the Arctic Circle to Ivalo, the Gateway to the North. From the comfort of your cozy cabin in Aurora Village, gaze out through the glass roof as the lights of the aurora borealis dance above. Cross the Finnish-Norwegian border to North Cape and sample caviar in Europe's northernmost point, before a once-in-a-lifetime visit to a working husky farm. Here you will meet the Arctic dog-sled racing Alta huskiesa world-famous champion dog sledding team, before stopping in Troms, where the Indigenous Sami community invites you to help feed their reindeer herd. The vacation draws to a close on the scenic, once-Viking, shores of the Oslofjord.
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Welcome to Helsinki.
Welcome to Helsinki, with its excellent museums and pretty seaside buildings. This beautiful city is set to be your home for the night. Our stay begins at the grand GLO Hotel Art. Decorated in a distinctive Art Nouveau style, this charming four-star hotel is the ideal place to sit backand relax before your Scandinavian adventure begins. Meet your Travel Director for a drink and mingle with your fellow traveling companions.
Hotel: GLO Art, Helsinki
The gateway to Lapland
Today you'll take a flight to Ivalo, a small yet important center in Finnish Lapland, 250km above the Arctic Circle. The Gateway to the North, Ivalo is set on the Ivalo River, where the first Lapland Goldrush took place in the 19th century. You'll enjoy a dinner at your boutique hotel, Aurora Village, famed for its cabins with a glass roof, offering sweeping views of the night sky. Look out for the dancing northern lights, as you gaze through the glass ceiling from the comfort of your room. Please note that the northern lights are a natural phenomenon and therefore sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Hotel: Aurora Village, Ivalo
Ivalo to Honningsvg
Today you'll be heading further north through the winter Lapland landscape. Cross the Finnish-Norwegian border as you make your way to Honningsvg, the northernmost and smallest city in Norway. Your drive will take you along the mighty Porsangerfjord, the fourth largest fjord in Norway. You will take the subsea Nordkapp Tunnel to the island of Magerya, to reach your hotel in this small fishing community. Explore the quaint city by taking a stroll along the waterfront before retiring to your hotel and enjoying a delicious dinner.
Hotel: Scandic Nordkapp
Northern Lights in North Cape Relaxed Start
Enjoy a leisurely day to discover more of Honningsvg. Take a walk to the 19th century church that survived the destruction of World War 2, a true rarity in Northern Norway. Perhaps take an Optional Experience to learn about king crabs and enjoy a fresh, sea-to-table lunch of this delicacy. Take your chance to visit the northernmost point of Europe, the famous North Cape and sip on bubbles and delight in exquisite caviar with your fellow travelers (weather permitting).
Hotel: Scandic Nordkapp
North Cape to Alta
Today's journey will take you along an ever changing landscape from barren lands through highlands to the shores of the Altafjord. It was in Alta where the world's first northern lights observatory was built at the end of the 19th century. With increasing tourism the city is going through quick development offering a wide range of activities. Start your adventures with a visit to one of the first ice hotels in the world and enjoy a chilled beverage with your fellow travelers. Your comfortable hotel is located next to the modern and iconic Northern Lights Cathedral in the heart of the city.
Hotel: Scandic Alta
Alaskan Huskies in Alta Relaxed Start
You'll enjoy a leisurely day in Alta to continue with your activities. Maybe you'll choose to visit the UNESCO World Heritage listed Alta Museum famous for its prehistoric rock carvings. Later, you'll visit a working husky farm and get to know the Lyrek family and champion sled dogs. Learn about the Alaskan huskies and the challenges they face competing in the marathon long Arctic dog sled races. Indulge in a delectable oven-baked lunch before meeting the dogs themselves.
Hotel: Scandic Alta
Norway's gateway to the Artic
Today you'll head to Troms, northern Norway's largest city, located on the island of Tromsya. You'll be surrounded by snowcapped mountains and ethereal water views.
Hotel: Moxy Tromso
Delve into Scandinavian history
Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience as you meet members of the Indigenous Sami community of Scandinavia. Delve into the history of Arctic Norway and join a Sami guide for an immersive journey through their camp, with an invitation to help feed their reindeer herd. You are invited into a lavuu (a traditional Sami tent) to hear stories of Sami life and folk songs around the fire, after enjoying a traditional meal with hot drinks.
Hotel: Moxy Tromso
A merry finale in Oslo
In the morning, take a flight from Troms to Oslo, a modern city located on the shores of the Oslofjord. Surrounded by forested mountains, city dwellers and visitors alike have easy access to nature all year round. On your orientation see the Oslo Opera House and the new Deichman Library in the contemporary Bjrvika district. Join your fellow travelers at a local restaurant to make a toast to newfound friends and a wonderful journey, over a Celebration Dinner with wine.
Hotel: Radisson Blu Scandinavia, Oslo
Farewell Oslo
It's time to say farewell to your fellow travelers. Your trip ends after breakfast.
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Start: November 4, 2025 End: November 13, 2025 Price: $5,595 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: November 18, 2025 End: November 27, 2025 Price: $5,595 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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Start: January 27, 2026 End: February 5, 2026 Price: $5,650 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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