This 5-night trip pairs Tromso & Svalbard - a perfect Northern Lights hunting combination! Enjoy winter activities from your boutique hotel.
The Aurora Nights Tromso & Svalbard Experience
Whilst you spend a couple of nights in Tromso you will head out on an aurora dinner safari and chase by minibus, giving yourself the time during the day to explore the famous ‘Paris of the North’.
Then you will head further north to Svalbard, almost 1500km from the North Pole, and a perfect location for some thrilling winter activities and northern light chasing!
Overview
Highlights
- Visiting Tromso the ‘Paris of the North’ with two fantastic Northern Lights experiences
- Staying in a funky boutique hotel
- Magical winter experiences from snow cat tours to husky sledding to ice caves and searching for the Northern Lights by electric snowmobiles!
What’s included
- Tromso transfers
- 2 nights accommodation in Tromso with breakfast
- 3 nights accommodation in Svalbard with breakfast
- Snowcat Tour
- Husky Sledding to an Ice Cave
- Northern Lights Snowmobile Tour
A note on flights
While flights are not included in the holiday price, our team will happily provide a quote and arrange them for you. Simply ask one of our Travel Experts for details of the available options.
Day by Day Itinerary
Arrive in Tromso
You be transferred from the airport to your central Tromso hotel and get the chance to explore a bit of the city – then in the evening you will head out on a special silent hybrid catamaran where you will enjoy a peaceful cruise by night around Tromso island.
The vessel is designed with panoramic windows and comfortable heated lounges which provides a warm and cosy atmosphere. Along the way you will pass the beautiful snow-capped mountains of Tromso and landmarks like the Arctic Cathedral whilst the knowledgeable crew will share their stories about the interesting sights along the way. During the cruise you will be served a special arctic tapas dinner which is prepared by an award winning local restaurant – and to add to all of that is the opportunity to see the Northern Lights!
Cable Car and Northern Lights Hunting
This morning you will get the opportunity to explore the city itself before then heading off on a trip to the famous cable car – most recently seen the in the TV Series Race Around The World. Here you will get an incredible panoramic view of Tromso from high up which will be a perfect way to see the why this city is referred to the Paris of the North.
Then in the evening you will have a chance to head out searching for the aurora as you head out on an aurora safari minibus excursion which will take you to some key points outside of the city to give you one last chance of getting to the see the Northern Lights before you depart in the morning.
Flight to Svalbard, trasnfer to Funken Lodge Hotel
Today you head back to Tromso airport to catch your flight up to Svalbard, travelling almost 1500km from the North Pole – depending on the time of year that travel up you might encounter nothing but darkenss for 24 hours. This might sound like not a lot of fun, but if you want to maximise your chances of seeing the aurora then there is no better than this!
You’ll get your transfer (locally) to your hotel for the next three nights – the boutique hotel Funken Lodge – and spend the evening settling into your new hotel and winter environment.
Dog Sledding, Ice Caves and Northern Lights Adventures
After breakfast you will meet your guide and then head out for a day of husky sledding with a visit to an ice cave too! Before joining the guide to prep the dogs, you’ll gear up in an exposure suit, boots, and mittens. Amidst the initial chaos of barking and howling, a remarkable shift occurs once the sled starts moving. The once-noisy huskies transform into a quiet, determined team, wholly absorbed in pulling the sled through the snowy terrain. As they pick up speed, the surrounding landscape unveils its enchanting beauty. Your destination: the ice cave at Scott Turner Glacier, promising an otherworldly encounter with a frozen wonderland. Then in the evening you will head out on a Snow Cat Northern Lights Adventure – a vehicle that you certainly won’t miss as it comes to pick you up from your hotel, from there you will head off into wilderness leaving the town far behind you as you look out for the Northern Lights.
Northern Lights Hunting on Snowmobiles
During the day you will have time to explore a bit of the town and visit the polar museum – then get ready for an exciting evening (though depending on when you book this the trip might be during the morning or daytime!) as your head out hunting for the Northern Light with snowmobiles. These particular vehicles are very special as they are electric snowmobiles meaning they are better for the environment and much, much quieter when heading out into the arctic night searching the Northern Lights!
Return Home
After breakfast you will transfer back to the airport to fly home – your journey doesn’t have to end here through as you can look at options to extend your stay either in Svalbard or flying to a new destination such as Tromso. Just speak to one of our experts who will be able to assist you in putting together a tailor itinerary to fit your requirements.
Where You'll Stay
Funken Lodge
This luxury lodge is an Arctic haven of 88 fully renovated rooms, all en suite and all suitably stylish. All rooms benefit from TV, complimentary internet, coffee machines, bathrobe and slippers and full buffet breakfast; suites also have their own private sitting area, ideal for groups or families. Perched on a hillside in Svalbard, it offers unparalleled views over Longyearbyen and the adjacent glaciers. Amidst the backdrop of thrilling nature encounters, you can relax and indulge in exclusive international cuisine and beverages within a luxurious and laid-back ambiance.
From the elegant lobby onward, Funken Lodge ensures a premier stay, providing everything essential for an exceptional experience. Recharge in the expansive rooms and suites, boasting deluxe amenities and heavenly beds. Delight in handcrafted cocktails and inventive cuisine at Funken Bar, where the connected lounge area features an open fireplace, an extensive library of polar literature, and ample workspace.
Revitalize your body with a visit to the gym and sauna, explore Spitsbergen’s famed wilderness, and try some outdoor activities like dog-sledding or ice caving. Funken Lodge has plenty to enjoy indoors too. Relax in the stylish lounge, eat freshly baked waffles by the fireplace, or try the pub for a light meal. For a special treat, try the more formal and Funktionærmessen restaurant which offers a tasting menu and French-inspired cuisine as well as Arctic dishes, all served with fabulous views of the Hiortfjellet mountains.
The hotel also boasts a well-stocked wine and champagne cellar, which can even be enjoyed during a private tasting with their highly knowledgeable sommeliers. A truly unique and exceptional place to stay.
Clarion Edge Tromso
The Clarion Hotel The Edge is a luxurious 4-star property conveniently located near the centre of Tromso. Featuring a sky bar and rooftop terrace on the 11th-floor, this central Tromsø hotel is located at the harbour, overlooking Tromsø Sound and the Arctic Cathedral.
Local tourist attractions such as Art Museum of Northern Norway, Tromso Cathedral (Tromso Domkirke) and City Centre Tromso are not far from the hotel. Also easily within reach are Mack Brewery, Polar Museum and Polaria
Contemporary furnishings are featured in all rooms as well as a large flat-screen TV and desk. The bathrooms include a shower and hairdryer.
Kitchen & Table by Marcus Samuelsson restaurant serves New York-style dishes made from local ingredients. There is also a fitness centre for guests to use.
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See what our clients say
We had the most fabulous time and everything worked like clockwork. The guides were extremely knowledgeable and extremely competent. The food was excellent and the experiences, especially Husky Homes, were brilliant. We saw the aurora lights at the mountain top in Abisko where the photography tour will be an enduring memory of a wonderful time. I would very much recommend Weekend a la Carte as a proficient tour operator.
We had five fantastic days in beautiful Iceland, as we had never been before Aurora Nights helped with everything and made the holiday so easy and stress free. We stayed at Hotel Ranga which was amazing, we very much enjoyed the tours and the guides were brilliant, very knowledgable and friendly. We will certainly be returning to Iceland and wouldn’t hesitate to book through Aurora Nights again, special thanks to Abigail as her experience and reccommendations made the trip even better.
We have never before experienced such friendly and simultaneously professional service! Alex’s communication was super prompt, questions encouraged and welcomed and attended to with great care and detail. Everything was well organised and available on beautifully designed and very useful platforms. Our destination (Mattarahkka Northern Lights Lodge) was fabulous on so many different levels – exquisite views, friendly interactions from everyone on the team, great food, exciting activities, perfectly situated to see the northern lights (seen twice in 4 nights’ stay), a great fire place, and not to mention our fantastic guide Fabio. Their provision of winter kit (hats, down jacket, snow trousers, leather gloves and boots) offered everything we needed to be comfortable outside. All we needed to have packed really were base layers, a few layers of clothing and woollen socks. Defintely somewhere we would highly recommend and return to when possible!
I appreciate the fast response to my inquiries regarding my trip. It would take decision making faster on my part, and plan my itinerary and activities being offered by the company accordingly.
1. Gourmet Cabins was excellent and Johan was a friendly and knowledgeable host. The food, cabins, hot tub and sauna were brilliant.
2. Dog sledge was a fantastic experience and we were given the opportunity to drive our own sledge
3. Snow Mobile – really got off the beaten track and into the spectacular mountains
4. Saw the Northern Lights twice in two days. There is no description that can really do them justice
We booked with Aurora for a short winter break to celebrate an event. We wanted something special and that’s what we got. Clear information was backed up with straightforward booking detail, and we had a super, holiday with no complications.
The holiday exceeded my expectations and I will use Aurora in the future. Thank you!
This was a bucket list trip. The company are specialists and I’ve valued their advice. Everything from the when to go for the best opportunity to see the lights and equipment needed and provided.Our activities included, the Ice Hotel, night photo shoot, snowmobiling, guided walk and the sky station meal. All excellent and well run by knowledgeable experts and guides. The Abisko Lodge is warm comfortable and relaxing the food is excellent and the staff welcoming, friendly and very helpful. I would highly recommend if you’re looking for a different and exciting experience.
Dear Abigail, We have safely returned from Iceland and we wanted to say a huge and sincere thank you for all the plans that you put into place to make this one of the most memorable holidays we have ever had. It was simply beautiful each and every day. The cabin was idyllic and so cosy and warm. The tour guides were so knowledgeable and friendly and the scenery was breathtaking. All the arrangements worked so well and we will remember the trip for a long time to come.
Thank you once again.