Experience a true winter adventure in the stunning northern part of Norway.
This exciting Norway winter adventure is jam-packed with activities such as hunting the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights), snowshoeing, dog sledding, whale safari, snowmobiling, and fat-biking or cross-country skiing. Once you’ve gotten your fill of adventure for the day, warm up with delicious meals made from quality locally sourced ingredients. In the evenings, relax overnight in the comfort of unique, luxurious accommodation, such as a stylish Aurora Canvas Dome and a unique igloo hotel.
Dates available between Dec 2024 to Mar 2025
On this Norway Winter Adventure Tour, we guarantee experiences and photographic scenery that will take your breath away – every single day! Contact us for a curated Norway adventure!
Highlights
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THIS IS A CUSTOMIZABLE ITINERARY FOR GROUPS OF ALL SIZES.
TOUR DATES AVAILABLE FOR WINTER MONTHS ONLY.
DAY 1: ARRIVAL – FINSE, NORWAY
Welcome to Norway! You will be met upon arrival at the Alta Airport and transferred safely to your accommodation for check-in. You’ll have some time to unpack and unwind before having a light meal, and departing on your first Northern Lights Hunt. Be sure to dress warmly to enjoy this Norway Winter Tour!
Meals: light dinner
Overnight: Aurora Canvas Dome
DAY 2: SNOWSHOEING, DOG-SLEDDING & ICE FISHING
This morning you’ll wake up and enjoy a tasty breakfast before departing on a full day of winter activities! You’ll start the day by snow-shoeing through a beautiful and peaceful pine forest surrounded by high mountains, and reach the wilderness camp where you’ll set up for ice fishing on a small lake. If you’re lucky, you’ll catch your lunch of freshly caught Arctic char. If the fish aren’t biting that day, not to worry, more food will be provided for lunch.
This afternoon, try your hand at the classic winter sport of dog-sledding. You’ll receive full instruction on how to get your dogs ready, and then the best part – meet the dogs! They’re always enthusiastic and ready for a run. Afterward, you’ll head back to your camp and grab some dinner before heading out again in search of the northern lights.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Aurora Canvas Dome
DAY 3: FJORD, WHALE SAFARI & FATBIKING
From late October to mid-February some of the world’s biggest mammals visit the coast outside the North Norwegian coast to feed on herrings. The most common whale species are the humpback whale, killer whale (orca), harbour porpoise, and sometimes even the fin whale. After breakfast this morning, you’ll depart on your fjord & whale safari.
Afterward, you’ll enjoy an evening fat biking trip along dog sledding trails and our prepared fat bike trails. Flow and fun on this super cool tour combining the most amazing experiences with the best photos!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Aurora Canvas Dome
DAY 4: SNOWMOBILE SAFARI OR SPA AND IGLOO HOTEL
Today the choice is yours! Still up for a little adventure? Embark on a snowmobile safari with an experienced guide. Tired of activities? Relax in the sauna spa at the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel.
This evening, you’ll have a change of scenery for your last night, with a say at the Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel. Explore the contrast between staying in the cold, and while a cozy sleeping bag that keeps you nice and warm during the night! The perfect place for the adventure seeker as well as the ones longing for calmness and serenity.
Before you tuck in, enjoy a tasty four-course dinner at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel
DAY 5: DEPARTURE DAY
Today is sadly the day we say goodbye to Norway’s magical winter wonderland. If time permits, visit the Northern Lights Cathedral in Alta or shopping in town before heading to the airport for your departure flight. We hope you enjoyed this Norway Winter Explorer Adventure!
Option to extend your flight to other parts of Norway, or elsewhere in Scandanavia like Finland or Sweden
Tour Exclusions
IMPORTANT NOTES
PLEASE NOTE: This itinerary is subject to change. Although we always do our best to stick to the itinerary, due to the ever-changing nature of Mother Nature, activities, hotels, and visits are subject to change due to forces beyond our control.
FLIGHTS: Please do not purchase your flights until this tour is confirmed.
PASSPORTS: Must be valid for at least 6 months upon return date to your home country. Proper documentation is the responsibility of each traveller.
VISAS, COVID TESTS & VACCINATIONS: Responsibility of the traveller.
Norway Winter Explorer Adventure
Price: $3295 USD per person* (double occupancy)
Single Supplement $800 USD
Costs and Fee Schedule
Prices are based on double occupancy. Please note that a 25% non-refundable deposit is due in order to confirm your spot.
Final Payment
Full payment is due 60 days prior to departure.
Travel Insurance
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Waiver Form
All participants will be required to sign a Waiver Form prior to departure.
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