Northern Lights Tours in Europe
Lapland's calling with Arctic magic everywhere. Picture enjoying Snowmobile Safari speeding through Lappish wilderness, visiting Santa Claus Village meeting Santa at the Post Office crossing the Arctic Circle, experiencing Husky Safari with sleigh rides warming up around open fires, and heading into wilderness at night for great chances to spot Northern Lights. Is there anything more magical than this?
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What a wonderful tour to Scandinavia! It was truly a bucket list dream come true. We're extremely satisfied with Firebird Tours. Everything was well-organized and executed to perfection. Our local guides were also very knowledgeable and kind. Thank you for such a great experience.
Winter Scandinavia and Northern Lights Small Group TourThe experience was fantastic. It was a great way to get acquainted with Iceland. Our guide Petur is an expert on the country, its history and all of the sites that you are seeing. He genuinely enjoyed sharing his country with our tour group. The accommodations were nice, clean and comfortable. The trip exceeded my expectations!
Iceland Northern LightsOut your with Simone and GJ Tours in Iceland was fantastic. The hotels and transport were very good and the guide, Simone, was excellent. All communication was timely and the process was easy. We saw the northern lights 5 nights and twice they were dancing. The only downside was the cost of food and drinks in the hotels, but I guess that's Iceland! I would definitely recommend this tour through Tour Radar.
8 Days Northern Lights Exploration – Small Group
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Winter Scandinavia and Northern Lights Small Group Tour
“Everything was well-organized and executed to perfection.”
Myrna, traveled in January
Duration 12 days Destinations Denmark, Norway, Sweden Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Firebird Tours From
- US$6,208
Clear skies at Abisko National Park, Kiruna's wilderness, and Tromso's Arctic setting provide ideal Northern Lights viewing opportunities. Arctic Snowhotel visits and Sami cultural experiences fill daytime hours.
Duration 8 days Destinations Finland, Sweden, Norway Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $5,330
20% off- US$4,264
Duration 13 days Destinations Finland, Norway, Sweden Age Range Ages 30+ Operator Bunnik Tours From
20% off- US$11,965+$240 upfront costs
Perpetual daylight bathes Tromsø's northern landscapes above the Arctic Circle. Lofoten Islands' dramatic peaks, narrow Trollfjord cruises, and sea eagles soaring above pristine Arctic waters create unforgettable moments.
Duration 15 days Destinations Denmark, Sweden, Norway Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From
20% off- US$9,275
Iceland Northern Lights
“Iceland is an amazing country with some very dramatic scenery. Seeing the Northern Lights (as we did) is undoubtedly a bonus.”
Anthony, traveled in April
Hotel Laki offers optimal aurora viewing in Europe's northernmost reaches. Days feature visits to Seljalandsfoss waterfall, Diamond Beach, and Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, while expert guides assist with night photography techniques.
Duration 5 days Destinations Reykjavik, Seljaland, Eyjafjallajokull, Skogafoss, Reynisdrangar Cliffs, Reynisfjara, Myrdalsjokull, Jokulsarlon, Hvolsvollur, GullfossSee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $3,145
20% off- US$2,516
8 Days Northern Lights Exploration – Small Group
“GJ tours provided an excellent itinerary and tour director. Overall, GJ is very organized and took us to some spectacular places.”
Douglas, traveled in March
Northern Lights await across Europe's northernmost country, with 6 dedicated evenings of aurora hunting. The journey includes Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, Vatnshellir cave, and the Blue Lagoon while staying at strategic viewing locations.
Duration 8 days Destinations Keflavik, Reykjavik, Borgarnes, Borgarfjörður, Grábrók Volcano, Snæfellsnes, Grundarfjordur, Kirkjufell Mountain, Arnarstapi, Thingvellir National ParkSee all destinations Age Range Ages 8+ Operator GJ Travel From
20% off- US$3,600
Iceland's Fairy Tale: Aurora Borealis, Geysers and Waterfalls
“Everything went exactly according to the itinerary.”
Veronika, traveled in April
Duration 5 days Destinations Keflavik, Selfoss, Skogafoss, Kerid Volcano, Gullfoss, Haukadalur, Geysir, Thingvellir National Park, Hraunfossar, Reykjavik Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Worldee From $856
15% off- US$728+$2,652 upfront costs
What our customers ask about Northern Lights Tours in Europe
When is the best time to see the Northern Lights in Europe?
The Northern Lights viewing season stretches from September to March in Europe with peak visibility during the darkest winter months. Data shows September leads with an 88% success rate followed by October at 74% and November through February ranging from 60-62%. Places like Finland's Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort offer guests unobstructed views from glass igloos while Iceland's Hotel Stracta in Hella provides excellent viewing spots from their spacious grounds away from light pollution.
What are the best European destinations for viewing the Northern Lights?
Key viewing locations include Iceland's South Coast Finnish Lapland Northern Norway and Swedish Lapland. Each area offers something different - visitors can watch the lights dance above Vatnajökull National Park's glaciers in Iceland or from specialized glass igloos in Finland's Ivalo. Norway's cities of Tromsø and Alta serve as popular bases with properties like the Scandic Alta positioned near the Northern Lights Cathedral. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The locations in Northern Norway were perfectly chosen for aurora viewing especially around Alta where we had three spectacular shows."
What type of accommodation is available on Northern Lights tours?
Lodging options span from glass igloos in Finnish Lapland to modern hotels and local guesthouses. You'll find places like the Aurora Village in Ivalo with its glass-roofed cabins the GLO Hotel Art in Helsinki and countryside properties such as Hotel Borgarnes in Iceland. Properties are selected based on their location for aurora viewing. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The glass igloo experience at Aurora Village was incredible - we could watch the Northern Lights right from our bed!"
What activities are typically included in Northern Lights tours besides aurora viewing?
Tours pack the daylight hours with local experiences. Iceland's programs take visitors to the Golden Circle Blue Lagoon and waterfalls like Gullfoss and Skógafoss. Finnish tours include dog sledding reindeer farm visits and snowmobile rides. Norway's itineraries feature stops at fishing villages like Sommarøy and Tromsø's Polar Museum. As confirmed by a TourRadar traveler: "The husky sled ride was a thrill and I loved those dogs! The landscapes were just stunning and we never felt waterfalled out."
What cultural experiences are included in Northern Lights tours?
Tours emphasize connections with local Sami communities. Programs such as Wild Sweden's tour in Jokkmokk let visitors experience reindeer farms share meals in traditional lavvu tents and learn about Sami culture. A TourRadar traveler remarked: "Meeting Anna's Sami family outside Jokkmokk was a highlight. We shared traditional meals in their lavvu learned about reindeer herding and gained genuine insight into their Arctic lifestyle while waiting for the aurora to appear."
How many nights should I plan for a Northern Lights tour?
Successful tours typically run 5-8 days giving multiple chances to spot the lights. Iceland's Northern Lights Exploration spans 8 days while Finland's Aurora Borealis & Glass Igloo experience takes 5 days. Weather patterns change daily so longer stays increase viewing opportunities. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "We were lucky enough to see the Northern Lights 3 out of 4 nights during our tour in Tromsø."
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