Northern Lights Cruise
A 3 night cruise between Tromso, the arctic capital of Northern Norway, and Kirkenes on the Russian border. Amazing scenery and great chances for the Northern Lights
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A 3 night cruise between Tromso, the arctic capital of Northern Norway, and Kirkenes on the Russian border. Amazing scenery and great chances for the Northern Lights
Experience the magic of Arctic Norway with this six night holiday. Explore Tromso, the capital of Northern Norway, and relax on board the Hurtigruten coastal steamer on a scenic return cruise to Kirkenes and the Russian border.
This holiday gives you the scenery, culture and history of Tromso and the northern Nowegian fjords. These ships are working ships serving remote communities in Northern Norway. They provide an essential line of communication, delivering goods and services (such as postal operations) to isolated areas. If these ships did not make their daily visits these traditional villages would cease to exist.
The best chance of seeing the northern lights is by participating in a northern lights excursion in Tromso and relaxing on deck or in the panoramic lounge on board your ship. You can even request a northern lights alarm to your cabin during your cruise.
As the Hurtigruten is a daily service throughout the year, this holiday is available for the entire Northern Lights Season. The season is recognised as October to March but it is possible to see the Northern Lights as early as August and into April. As it is 24hr daylight outside these periods the northern lights are there, you just can't see them. But you can try our midnight sun cruise!
Highlights of this holiday
Tromso, the capital of Northern Norway. The amazing fjord scenery and of course the chances to see the Northern Lights
Day 1
Fly from UK to Tromso via Oslo (limited direct flights are available)
Airport transfer to Tromso
Check in to your hotel
Day 2
Breakfast
Time to explore Tromso
Optional excursions / activities
Day 3
Breakfast
Day at leisure in the capital of Northern Norway
1830 departure on Hurtigruten Coastal Steamer
Evening meal on board
Day 4
Breakfast
Go around the North Cape
Optional excursions
Evening meal on board
Day 5
Breakfast
Morning arrival in Kirkenes
Optional excursions
Lunch time departure for Tromso
Evening meal on board
Day 6
Breakfast
Day at leisure on board
Approx 2345 arrival in Tromso
Short walk to city centre hotel
Day 7
Breakfast
Transfer to airport
Flight to UK (via Oslo)
Clarion Collection Hotel With is located on the quayside in the centre of Tromso and just 70m from the airport transfer bus.As a Clarion Collection Hotel, afternoon waffles and a simple evening buffet is included during your stay. One of the most popular hotels in Tromso. To guarantee a harbour view room please upgrade to a superior room.
Click on the image for more photos.
A fleet of 11 ships cruise the beautiful Norwegian fjords taking you through breathtaking scenery and giving you the opportunity to see natural phenomena, such as the midnight sun and the Northern Lights from Bergen in the south to Kirkenes in the far north.
The journey is quite spectacular and you won't spend much time in your cabin. You must be on deck or in the panoramic lounges to witness this jaw-dropping scenery. Click on the photo to the left to see the typical cabins on board.
You are generally accommodated in an unspecified outside cabin. Some limited upgrades may be available.
The North Cape
Crossing the 71st parallel is something few can claim! This is the northern most point of continental Europe and the county of Finnmark. The North Cape rises more than a thousand feet from the icy waters of the Arctic Ocean. At the North Cape Hall there is a modern visitors centre showing a film about the local culture and North Cape. There is also a souvenir shop and café. Step outside and brace yourself against the winds as you stand beside the famous North Cape globe.
Price £118 in 2015
Snowmobile in Lapland
Following a safety briefing you follow your guide into the wilderness. Learn about about life on the Finnmark coast and the indigenous Sami of the Arctic. Every participant will drive their own snowmobile and a driving licence required. Notes: For those in good physical condition. Outer warm clothing provided. From 15Dec Snow / weather dependent.
Price £252pp in 2015
The Russian Border - Kirkenes
The history of the region is truly stimulating and this is an educational morning. Visit the border station at Storskog. You cannot enter Russia but it may be possible to buy Russian crafts such as charming hand painted dolls.
Price £51pp in 2015
Northern Lights Photography Course
It doesn't matter whether you are a beginner or more experienced photographer. With small groups and professional guides you will learn the basics, or more advanced techniques of night time photography. A short studio session followed by a northern lights chase. You will need a SLR camera, tripod, good shoes and thick socks! Light meal and hot drinks included.
Duration: 7 to 8 hours departing 6pm
Price: £123 per person
Whale Safari
Approx 8.30 collection from centre of Tromso for a 5hr whale excursion. There are also good chances of seeing Sea Eagles and Seals on this tour. You choose at the time of booking whether to see the whales by RIB (warm clothing included) or onboard an old wooden boat from WWII designed by Colin Archer, who built ships renowned for their durability.
Mid-November to late-January only.
Duration: Up to 5hr depending on the whales departing 8.30
Price £111 per person
Snow Shoe Excursion
Get up close and personal with nature. Scenic guided snowshoe walk around the islands close to Tromsø. Pack warm clothing and good boots. Clothing and boots can be rented for this tour. Reasonable fitness required.
Duration: 5h departing 10am (incl 30min transfer each way)
Price: £92 per person
Northern Lights Cruise
New to Simply Sweden for 2015_16.
A comfortable and spacious catamaran into the sheltered sea around Tromsø. Heated lounge, viewing deck and evening meal.
Duration: 3hr departing 8pm. Up to 12Mar.
Price £120 per person
Northern Lights Chase
Depending on the location of the northern lights you will sit around an open fire, grilling marshmallows under clear skies waiting for the northern lights.
Duration: 5 to 6 hours departing 7.15pm
Price: £88pp including warm drink, marshmallows and use of a tripod.
Northern Lights Husky & Kennel Visit
Take a ride with our experienced guides through the pristine scenery around Tromsø. Perhaps the northern lights will appear! After one hour of dog sledding you return to the wilderness centre for your evening meal inside a Sami Tent. Step outside to have a look for the Northern Lights and play with the huskies.
Duration: 4h departing 6.15pm (incl. 30min transfer each way)
Price: £154 per person
Sami & Reindeer Excursion
The Sami culture is an important part of everyday life inside the Arctic Circle. Experience the traditional nomadic lifestyle of the indigenous Sami and indulge in reindeer sledding (approx. 25-30mins), lasso throwing, Sami food, storytelling and the raw emotion of joik (traditional Sami song). Lunch is included.
Duration: 4hrs departing at 9am
Price: £139 per person
Husky Expedition - 1 Day
An advanced hands on husky excursion (5hrs on the sled). Enjoy pristine beauty and unspoiled wilderness including possible wildlife sightings such as fox, eagles, arctic hares, moose and reindeer. No previous husky experience is necessary but the Alaskan huskies are famed for being friendly so you may have some furry friends by the end of the tour! A traditional sami meal is included. For those wishing to drive a husky sled a reasonable fitness level is required and whether you drive is at the guides discretion.
Duration: 8h departing 9.45am (incl 30min transfer each way)
Price £245 per person
Snowmobile Excursion
A scenic snowmobile tour around the Lyngen Alps - one of the premier play grounds of Northern Norway. This scenic and exciting snowmobile excursion follows the mountain contours and seeks out vantage points and photo stops along the way. Includes a wilderness meal and 1hr scenic transfer each way.
Duration: 7hrs departing 8.45am or 4.30pm
Price: £166 per person on a shared snowmobile / £217 for an individual snowmobile
Daily 1Oct to 31Mar
Due to snow conditions some snow related activities may not be available in Oct or Nov.
Price from £1335 per person - inside cabin
Price from £1520 per person - outside cabin (unobstructed view)
Includes return flights from UK
2 nights b&b in Tromso before cruise
3 nights half board on the Hurtigruten Cruise
1 night b&b in Tromso at end of cruise
Meals included on your cruise include 3 x breakfast and 4 x evening meal. Airport transfers by airport coach are included.
Experience the magic of Arctic Norway with this six night holiday. Explore Tromso, the capital of Northern Norway, and relax on board the Hurtigruten coastal steamer on a scenic return cruise to Kirkenes and the Russian border.
This holiday gives you the scenery, culture and history of Tromso and the northern Nowegian fjords. These ships are working ships serving remote communities in Northern Norway. They provide an essential line of communication, delivering goods and services (such as postal operations) to isolated areas. If these ships did not make their daily visits these traditional villages would cease to exist.
The best chance of seeing the northern lights is by participating in a northern lights excursion in Tromso and relaxing on deck or in the panoramic lounge on board your ship. You can even request a northern lights alarm to your cabin during your cruise.
As the Hurtigruten is a daily service throughout the year, this holiday is available for the entire Northern Lights Season. The season is recognised as October to March but it is possible to see the Northern Lights as early as August and into April. As it is 24hr daylight outside these periods the northern lights are there, you just can't see them. But you can try our midnight sun cruise!
Highlights of this holiday
Tromso, the capital of Northern Norway. The amazing fjord scenery and of course the chances to see the Northern Lights
Day 1
Fly from UK to Tromso via Oslo (limited direct flights are available)
Airport transfer to Tromso
Check in to your hotel
Day 2
Breakfast
Time to explore Tromso
Optional excursions / activities
Day 3
Breakfast
Day at leisure in the capital of Northern Norway
1830 departure on Hurtigruten Coastal Steamer
Evening meal on board
Day 4
Breakfast
Go around the North Cape
Optional excursions
Evening meal on board
Day 5
Breakfast
Morning arrival in Kirkenes
Optional excursions
Lunch time departure for Tromso
Evening meal on board
Day 6
Breakfast
Day at leisure on board
Approx 2345 arrival in Tromso
Short walk to city centre hotel
Day 7
Breakfast
Transfer to airport
Flight to UK (via Oslo)
Clarion Collection Hotel With is located on the quayside in the centre of Tromso and just 70m from the airport transfer bus.As a Clarion Collection Hotel, afternoon waffles and a simple evening buffet is included during your stay. One of the most popular hotels in Tromso. To guarantee a harbour view room please upgrade to a superior room.
Click on the image for more photos.
A fleet of 11 ships cruise the beautiful Norwegian fjords taking you through breathtaking scenery and giving you the opportunity to see natural phenomena, such as the midnight sun and the Northern Lights from Bergen in the south to Kirkenes in the far north.
The journey is quite spectacular and you won't spend much time in your cabin. You must be on deck or in the panoramic lounges to witness this jaw-dropping scenery. Click on the photo to the left to see the typical cabins on board.
You are generally accommodated in an unspecified outside cabin. Some limited upgrades may be available.
The North Cape
Crossing the 71st parallel is something few can claim! This is the northern most point of continental Europe and the county of Finnmark. The North Cape rises more than a thousand feet from the icy waters of the Arctic Ocean. At the North Cape Hall there is a modern visitors centre showing a film about the local culture and North Cape. There is also a souvenir shop and café. Step outside and brace yourself against the winds as you stand beside the famous North Cape globe.
Price £118 in 2015
Snowmobile in Lapland
Following a safety briefing you follow your guide into the wilderness. Learn about about life on the Finnmark coast and the indigenous Sami of the Arctic. Every participant will drive their own snowmobile and a driving licence required. Notes: For those in good physical condition. Outer warm clothing provided. From 15Dec Snow / weather dependent.
Price £252pp in 2015
The Russian Border - Kirkenes
The history of the region is truly stimulating and this is an educational morning. Visit the border station at Storskog. You cannot enter Russia but it may be possible to buy Russian crafts such as charming hand painted dolls.
Price £51pp in 2015
Northern Lights Photography Course
It doesn't matter whether you are a beginner or more experienced photographer. With small groups and professional guides you will learn the basics, or more advanced techniques of night time photography. A short studio session followed by a northern lights chase. You will need a SLR camera, tripod, good shoes and thick socks! Light meal and hot drinks included.
Duration: 7 to 8 hours departing 6pm
Price: £123 per person
Whale Safari
Approx 8.30 collection from centre of Tromso for a 5hr whale excursion. There are also good chances of seeing Sea Eagles and Seals on this tour. You choose at the time of booking whether to see the whales by RIB (warm clothing included) or onboard an old wooden boat from WWII designed by Colin Archer, who built ships renowned for their durability.
Mid-November to late-January only.
Duration: Up to 5hr depending on the whales departing 8.30
Price £111 per person
Snow Shoe Excursion
Get up close and personal with nature. Scenic guided snowshoe walk around the islands close to Tromsø. Pack warm clothing and good boots. Clothing and boots can be rented for this tour. Reasonable fitness required.
Duration: 5h departing 10am (incl 30min transfer each way)
Price: £92 per person
Northern Lights Cruise
New to Simply Sweden for 2015_16.
A comfortable and spacious catamaran into the sheltered sea around Tromsø. Heated lounge, viewing deck and evening meal.
Duration: 3hr departing 8pm. Up to 12Mar.
Price £120 per person
Northern Lights Chase
Depending on the location of the northern lights you will sit around an open fire, grilling marshmallows under clear skies waiting for the northern lights.
Duration: 5 to 6 hours departing 7.15pm
Price: £88pp including warm drink, marshmallows and use of a tripod.
Northern Lights Husky & Kennel Visit
Take a ride with our experienced guides through the pristine scenery around Tromsø. Perhaps the northern lights will appear! After one hour of dog sledding you return to the wilderness centre for your evening meal inside a Sami Tent. Step outside to have a look for the Northern Lights and play with the huskies.
Duration: 4h departing 6.15pm (incl. 30min transfer each way)
Price: £154 per person
Sami & Reindeer Excursion
The Sami culture is an important part of everyday life inside the Arctic Circle. Experience the traditional nomadic lifestyle of the indigenous Sami and indulge in reindeer sledding (approx. 25-30mins), lasso throwing, Sami food, storytelling and the raw emotion of joik (traditional Sami song). Lunch is included.
Duration: 4hrs departing at 9am
Price: £139 per person
Husky Expedition - 1 Day
An advanced hands on husky excursion (5hrs on the sled). Enjoy pristine beauty and unspoiled wilderness including possible wildlife sightings such as fox, eagles, arctic hares, moose and reindeer. No previous husky experience is necessary but the Alaskan huskies are famed for being friendly so you may have some furry friends by the end of the tour! A traditional sami meal is included. For those wishing to drive a husky sled a reasonable fitness level is required and whether you drive is at the guides discretion.
Duration: 8h departing 9.45am (incl 30min transfer each way)
Price £245 per person
Snowmobile Excursion
A scenic snowmobile tour around the Lyngen Alps - one of the premier play grounds of Northern Norway. This scenic and exciting snowmobile excursion follows the mountain contours and seeks out vantage points and photo stops along the way. Includes a wilderness meal and 1hr scenic transfer each way.
Duration: 7hrs departing 8.45am or 4.30pm
Price: £166 per person on a shared snowmobile / £217 for an individual snowmobile
Daily 1Oct to 31Mar
Due to snow conditions some snow related activities may not be available in Oct or Nov.
Price from £1335 per person - inside cabin
Price from £1520 per person - outside cabin (unobstructed view)
Includes return flights from UK
2 nights b&b in Tromso before cruise
3 nights half board on the Hurtigruten Cruise
1 night b&b in Tromso at end of cruise
Meals included on your cruise include 3 x breakfast and 4 x evening meal. Airport transfers by airport coach are included.
