TROMSØ BOREALIS
TRAVEL PERIOD: NOVEMBER – MARCH
Tromsø Borealis
Tromsø is known as the gateway to the Arctic. It is located in the heart of the Northern Lights region and is one of the best places in the world to observe this phenomenon. Due to the rotation of the Earth, Tromsø lies in the auroral zone around 6 PM, and again around midnight. This beautiful Arctic city is surrounded by the Lyngen Alps, blue fjords, and several hundred islands, which is quite surprising at 2000 km from the North Pole.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Tromsø
Arrival at Tromsø Airport, transfer* (not included) to the center of Tromsø, the beautiful Arctic city, and check-in at your hotel. The rich history of this city has earned it two nicknames. The first is the “Paris of the North” due to the numerous trade relations with France during the 19th century and the number of cafes and bars. The second is the “Gateway to the Arctic” because for many decades, this city was the heart of Arctic hunting and the starting point for the most legendary expeditions.
Accommodation at Thon hotel Polar or similar.
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Day 2: Dog sledding
Scandinavian breakfast at the hotel. You will depart in the morning (25-minute transfer) for a dog sledding excursion. Harnessed in pairs per sled (one driver, one passenger), you will traverse magnificent landscapes! If conditions do not allow, you will automatically be seated in the sled. Warm clothing is provided, and you will have the opportunity to visit the kennel and the young puppies. Afterwards, a Sami meal will be served, with coffee and homemade cake, under a Sami tent. Return to Tromsø.
Accommodation at Thon hotel Polar or similar.
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Day 3: Tromsø/Oteren – Aurora chase
Scandinavian breakfast at the hotel. In the late afternoon, departure for a Northern Lights chase! A transfer of about 1.5 hours will take you to Camp Tamok. Due to its geographical location, Camp Tamok is an ideal place to watch the Northern Lights dance in the sky. Get your cameras ready! Appropriate clothing and a light hot meal will be included. Return to Tromsø around midnight.
Accommodation at Thon hotel Polar or similar.
Optionnal: We suggest a morning reindeer sledding excursion through the Arctic landscapes of the Tamok Valley, where you can also discover Sami culture. This excursion takes place at the same location as the evening Northern Lights chase.
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Day 4: Tromsø – Fjellheisen and new Aurora chase
Scandinavian breakfast at the hotel. During this day, seize the opportunity to ascend to the top of the mountain overlooking the island of Tromsø. To do this, you will take the cable car. In the late evening, you embark on an unforgettable outing, chasing the Northern Lights. Your local guide will conduct research before picking you up to determine where to go and optimize your chances of seeing the auroras. You will travel in a minivan in search of clear skies and a suitable location for aurora observation.
Accommodation at Thon hotel Polar or similar.
Optionnal: During the day, we suggest a minibus excursion to Sommarøy, where you can explore the coastal landscapes of Kvaløya and sample local products.
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Day 5: Departure from Norway
Scandinavian buffet breakfast at the hotel. Departure and transfer* (not included) to the airport for your return flight.
*To go from/to the airport to the city/from city center we advise you to take a low carbon emission transfer such as, the airport shuttle ”Flybussen” or an electrical car.
Services included:
Accommodation
• 4 nights in a centrally located hotel in Tromsø with breakfast
Excursions & Activities
• 1 dog sledding excursion, light meal and transfers included
• 1 Northern Lights chase excursion, transfers included
• 1 Northern Lights observation excursion by minibus
• Round-trip ticket for Fjellheisen
