Northern Lights of Scandinavia (Classic, 10 Days)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 10-day journey through the enchanting landscapes of Scandinavia. This multi-day tour takes you from the vibrant city of Helsinki to the Arctic landscapes of Finnish Lapland, the northernmost city of Norway, Honningsvåg, and the cultural hub of Oslo. Experience the magic of the Northern Lights, delve into the rich history of the Sami community, and explore the architectural marvels of modern cities. With comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and a variety of activities, this tour offers an unforgettable Scandinavian adventure.
Included
1 night: GLO Hotel Art, Helsinki
1 night: Aurora Village, Ivalo
2 nights: Scandic Bryggen, Honnninsvag
2 nights: Scandic Alta
2 nights: Radisson Blu Hotel, Tromso
1 night: Thon Hotel Opera, Oslo
9 Breakfast (B)
2 Dinner with Wine (DW)
3 Dinner (D)
1 Lunch (L)
Ivalo: Your delicious Welcome Dinner will be served at the boutique Aurora Village hotel.
North Cape: There is no better way to search for the Northern Lights than by toasting to your adventure with bubbles and caviar at North Cape, the most special place on earth.
Alta: Head for drinks at a local ice bar, where you'll get the chance to catch up with your fellow travellers.
Alta: Savour a delicious oven-baked lunch of local seasonal specialities of fresh salmon or the local's favourite, reindeer, served with fresh salads and wine.
Tromso: Dine on traditional food, served with hot drinks with the fascinating Sami people, as you hear tales of Scandinavia from its indigenous people.
Oslo: Scandinavian hospitality is matched with fine food and a glass of wine at your Celebration Dinner.
Alta: Meet the Lyrek family and their huskies. Hear tales about their marathon Arctic dog sled races while enjoying a hearty lunch.
Tromso: Delve into the fascinating history of Scandinavia in Tromsø. Norway has recognized its Sami population as Indigenous and has special rules for the protection of Sami cultural heritage. A Sami family welcomes you into their reindeer camp to share their traditions, culture and history, and to enjoy an evening of dinner and games.The camp safeguards traditional practices that are significant to the Sami tribe. Visitors are educated about the sustainability and resiliency of their community. The Sami Camp advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities.
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
Honningsvag: During your orientation with your Travel Director hear about the past and present of this small fishing community.
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
Alta: Enjoy an orientation of 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.
Tromso: Enjoy your orientation of Tromsø, Northern Norway’s largest city located on the island of Tromsøya.
Oslo: On your orientation of Oslo city, see the Oslo Opera House and the new Deichman Library in the contemporary Bjørvika district.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Destinations
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Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Helsinki
- Helsinki - Arrival day
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- Old Church Park
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Begin your Scandinavian adventure in the beautiful city of Helsinki, known for its excellent museums and picturesque seaside buildings. Settle into the grand GLO Hotel Art (or similar), a charming four-star hotel decorated in a distinctive Art Nouveau style. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a welcome drink.
Day 2 – Day 2: Journey to Ivalo
- Ivalo
- Helsinki
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- Aurora Day Hut
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Fly to Ivalo, a significant centre in Finnish Lapland, located 250km above the Arctic Circle. Known as the Gateway to the North, Ivalo is set on the Ivalo River, the site of the first Lapland Goldrush in the 19th century. Enjoy a delightful dinner at your boutique hotel, Aurora Village (or similar), renowned for its glass-roofed cabins that offer stunning views of the night sky.
Day 3 – Day 3: From Ivalo to Honningsvåg
Day 3: From Ivalo to Honningsvåg
- Nordkapptunnelen
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Travel further North through the winter Lapland landscape, crossing the Finnish–Norwegian border to reach Honningsvåg, the northernmost and smallest city in Norway. Your journey takes you along the majestic Porsangerfjord, Norway's fourth-largest fjord, and through the subsea Nordkapp Tunnel to the island of Magerøya. Explore the charming city of Honningsvåg with a leisurely waterfront stroll before retiring to your hotel for a delicious dinner.
Day 4 – Day 4: Exploring Honningsvåg
Day 4: Exploring Honningsvåg
- North Cape
- Honningsvåg Church
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Spend the day discovering the charms of Honningsvåg. Visit the 19th-century church, one of the few structures in Northern Norway that survived World War 2. You may opt for an experience to learn about king crabs and enjoy a fresh, sea-to-table lunch. Don't miss the chance to visit the northernmost point of Europe, the famous North Cape, where you can sip on bubbles and savour exquisite caviar with your fellow travellers (weather permitting).
Day 5 – Day 5: Journey to Alta
- Alta
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- Tirpitz Museum
- Cathedral Of The Northern Lights
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Travel through diverse landscapes from barren lands to highlands and the shores of the Altafjord. Alta is known for the world's first northern lights observatory built in the late 19th century. Begin your Alta adventure with a visit to one of the first ice hotels in the world and enjoy a chilled beverage with your fellow travellers. Your comfortable hotel (or similar) is conveniently located next to the modern and iconic Northern Lights Cathedral in the heart of the city.
Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring Alta
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- World Heritage Rock Art Centre - Alta Museum
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Enjoy a leisurely day in Alta. Consider visiting the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Alta Museum, famous for its prehistoric rock carvings. Later, visit a working husky farm and meet the Lyrek family and their champion sled dogs. Learn about the Alaskan huskies and the challenges they face in marathon-long Arctic dog sled races. Enjoy a delectable oven-baked lunch before meeting the dogs.
Day 7 – Day 7: Journey to Tromsø
- Tromsø
- Kaltanėnai
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Travel to Tromsø, the largest city in northern Norway, nestled on the island of Tromsøya. Surrounded by snowcapped mountains and ethereal water views, Tromsø offers a high concentration of old wooden houses and a great array of restaurants, all within a short walk from your hotel (or similar).
Day 8 – Day 8: Sami Experience in Tromsø
- Tromsø
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- Tromsø Cathedral
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Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you meet members of the Indigenous Sami community. Learn about 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. Step into a lavuu (a traditional Sami tent) to hear stories of Sami life and folk songs around the fire, after enjoying a traditional Sami meal with hot drinks.
Day 9 – Day 9: From Tromsø to Oslo
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- Oslo Opera House
- Kampen park
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Take a morning flight from Tromsø to Oslo, a modern city nestled on the shores of the Oslofjord and surrounded by forested mountains. During your orientation, see the Oslo Opera House and the new Deichmann Library in the contemporary Bjørvika district. Join your fellow travellers at a local restaurant for a Celebration Dinner with wine, toasting to newfound friends and a wonderful journey.
Day 10 – Day 10: Departure from Oslo
- Oslo - Departure day
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After breakfast, it's time to bid farewell to your fellow travellers and conclude your Scandinavian adventure. Safe travels!
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