Aurora and Ice🌌
This once-in-a-lifetime Arctic adventure begins in Kirkenes, a snow-covered wonderland near the Russian and Finnish borders. Here, you’ll stay in the world-famous Snowhotel, meet huskies and reindeer, and connect with Sami culture. You’ll race through frozen landscapes on snowmobiles, chase the Northern Lights🌌, and share coffee with locals in their homes. Your journey continues with a scenic Hurtigruten coastal cruise to Tromsø, the vibrant Arctic capital, where snowshoe hikes, fjord views, and a private sauna experience complete your immersion in the north. Seamless private transfers, expert guides, and curated experiences ensure every moment is unforgettable.
Guided
Fully guided
Custom Dates /Fixed Dates
December – March 2025
Price
Starting from £5,400 - £5,900 per person
Price Detail
Includes all accommodation, guided activities, select meals, cruise, flights and private transfers.
Day 1: Your Arctic Adventure Begins – Husky Taxi & Snowhotel Magic
Arrive in Kirkenes, a remote Arctic town surrounded by fjords and tundra. From the airport, meet your husky team for a thrilling sledge transfer to the Snowhotel, gliding over snowy landscapes guided by a professional musher. Settle into the magical Snowhotel 365, open year-round, and explore the husky yard, feed the reindeer, or play in the snow. In the evening, enjoy a warm welcome tour, discovering the story behind the hotel, followed by a gourmet Arctic dinner featuring reindeer, Arctic char, and cloudberries. End the night at the Ice Bar or wrapped in a thermal sleeping bag in your snow suite.
Day 2: Snowmobile Safari, Sami Stories & Northern Lights🌌 Chase
Start the day with breakfast and an optional sauna before setting off on a 4-hour snowmobile safari across frozen lakes and snowy plateaus. Warm up at a traditional farmhouse with hot drinks and stories of the region. In the afternoon, connect with Sami culture — feed reindeer, sit inside a lavvu tent, and hear ancient legends and haunting joik songs. After a slow-food Arctic dinner, head out by bus to chase the Northern Lights, guided to the best viewing spots for a night under the dancing sky.
Day 3: History, Culture & Local Encounters in Arctic Kirkenes
Enjoy a relaxed morning in your Gamme cabin or wander the Snowhotel park. Visit huskies, reindeer, or try snowshoes and sleds. In the afternoon, share coffee and cake with a Kirkenes local during a two-hour home visit — an intimate chance to hear real stories of life in the far north. End the day with another exquisite Arctic dinner and Northern Lights🌌 spotting from your cabin’s panoramic window.
Day 4: Setting Sail Through Norway’s Winter Coastline
After breakfast, transfer to the port and board your Hurtigruten cruise for an overnight journey toward Tromsø. As you sail through icy fjords and along dramatic coastlines, watch for the Aurora from the deck and enjoy the comfort of full board on board this iconic Norwegian voyage.
Day 5: From Sea to City – Arriving in Arctic Tromsø
Wake up to Arctic views as your ship calls at Hammerfest, one of the world’s northernmost towns. Explore the Museum of Reconstruction, see the UNESCO-listed Meridian Column, and take in panoramic views from Mount Salen before rejoining the ship. Later, arrive in Tromsø and check into the stylish Dock 69°39 by Scandic, perfectly located for exploring the city’s vibrant dining and cultural scene.
Day 6: Wilderness around Tromsø and Relaxing Sauna
Head to Kvaløya island for a guided snowshoeing trek through pristine winter wilderness, with fjord views and peaceful Arctic silence. In the afternoon, unwind in a private glass-front sauna at Pust, overlooking icy waters, and — for the brave — take a cold plunge directly into the fjord.
Day 7: Farewell
Enjoy your final Arctic breakfast before a private transfer to Tromsø Airport. Take with you memories of snowy adventures, Sami traditions, the magic of the Northern Lights 🌌, and the warmth of Norway’s far north.
This itinerary is designed to make the most of the Arctic winter season, with activities timed to maximize Northern Lights opportunities and immerse you in authentic culture and nature. Weather in the Arctic can be unpredictable, so activities may be adjusted to ensure your safety and the best possible experience. All accommodations, transfers, and guided excursions are included unless otherwise specified.
Overview
Guided
Fully guided
Custom Dates /Fixed Dates
December – March 2025
Prices
Price
Starting from £5,400 - £5,900 per person
Price Detail
Includes all accommodation, guided activities, select meals, cruise, flights and private transfers.
Itinerary
Day 1: Your Arctic Adventure Begins – Husky Taxi & Snowhotel Magic
Arrive in Kirkenes, a remote Arctic town surrounded by fjords and tundra. From the airport, meet your husky team for a thrilling sledge transfer to the Snowhotel, gliding over snowy landscapes guided by a professional musher. Settle into the magical Snowhotel 365, open year-round, and explore the husky yard, feed the reindeer, or play in the snow. In the evening, enjoy a warm welcome tour, discovering the story behind the hotel, followed by a gourmet Arctic dinner featuring reindeer, Arctic char, and cloudberries. End the night at the Ice Bar or wrapped in a thermal sleeping bag in your snow suite.
Day 2: Snowmobile Safari, Sami Stories & Northern Lights🌌 Chase
Start the day with breakfast and an optional sauna before setting off on a 4-hour snowmobile safari across frozen lakes and snowy plateaus. Warm up at a traditional farmhouse with hot drinks and stories of the region. In the afternoon, connect with Sami culture — feed reindeer, sit inside a lavvu tent, and hear ancient legends and haunting joik songs. After a slow-food Arctic dinner, head out by bus to chase the Northern Lights, guided to the best viewing spots for a night under the dancing sky.
Day 3: History, Culture & Local Encounters in Arctic Kirkenes
Enjoy a relaxed morning in your Gamme cabin or wander the Snowhotel park. Visit huskies, reindeer, or try snowshoes and sleds. In the afternoon, share coffee and cake with a Kirkenes local during a two-hour home visit — an intimate chance to hear real stories of life in the far north. End the day with another exquisite Arctic dinner and Northern Lights🌌 spotting from your cabin’s panoramic window.
Day 4: Setting Sail Through Norway’s Winter Coastline
After breakfast, transfer to the port and board your Hurtigruten cruise for an overnight journey toward Tromsø. As you sail through icy fjords and along dramatic coastlines, watch for the Aurora from the deck and enjoy the comfort of full board on board this iconic Norwegian voyage.
Day 5: From Sea to City – Arriving in Arctic Tromsø
Wake up to Arctic views as your ship calls at Hammerfest, one of the world’s northernmost towns. Explore the Museum of Reconstruction, see the UNESCO-listed Meridian Column, and take in panoramic views from Mount Salen before rejoining the ship. Later, arrive in Tromsø and check into the stylish Dock 69°39 by Scandic, perfectly located for exploring the city’s vibrant dining and cultural scene.
Day 6: Wilderness around Tromsø and Relaxing Sauna
Head to Kvaløya island for a guided snowshoeing trek through pristine winter wilderness, with fjord views and peaceful Arctic silence. In the afternoon, unwind in a private glass-front sauna at Pust, overlooking icy waters, and — for the brave — take a cold plunge directly into the fjord.
Day 7: Farewell
Enjoy your final Arctic breakfast before a private transfer to Tromsø Airport. Take with you memories of snowy adventures, Sami traditions, the magic of the Northern Lights 🌌, and the warmth of Norway’s far north.
Need to Know
This itinerary is designed to make the most of the Arctic winter season, with activities timed to maximize Northern Lights opportunities and immerse you in authentic culture and nature. Weather in the Arctic can be unpredictable, so activities may be adjusted to ensure your safety and the best possible experience. All accommodations, transfers, and guided excursions are included unless otherwise specified.
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