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Northern Lights of Scandinavia (Classic)

10 days
From Helsinki to Oslo
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 40
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Helsinki

    Accommodation
    Hotel (GLO Art, Helsinki), Hotel (Home Hotel Jugend, Helsinki)

    Optional Activities

    • Russian Dinner in Helsinki - authentic pre-revolution Russian cuisine (EUR 67.00)
  2. Day 2

    Helsinki to Ivalo

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome Dinner at Aurora Village boutique hotel)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Aurora Village, Ivalo)

    Included Activities

    • Dinner at Aurora Village boutique hotel

    Optional Activities

    • Aurora Snowmobile Safari - chase the Northern Lights on a snowmobile with local expert guidance and photography tips (EUR 110.00)
    • Meet the Finnhorses - experience with Finnhorses and traditional Lapland Teepee salmon preparation demonstration with Arctic photography tips (EUR 130.00)
    Landmarks
    Aurora Village
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  3. Day 3

    Ivalo to Honningsv\u00e5g

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Scandic Nordkapp)

    Included Activities

    • Orientation of Honningsv\u00e5g with Travel Director - learn about the past and present of this small fishing community
    Landmarks
    Porsangerfjord
    Nordkapp Tunnel
    Mager\u00f8ya Island
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  4. Day 4

    Honningsv\u00e5g

    Meals
    Dinner (Champagne and caviar at North Cape (weather permitting))
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Scandic Nordkapp)

    Included Activities

    • Visit 19th century Honningsv\u00e5g church
    • Visit North Cape with champagne and caviar tasting (weather permitting)

    Optional Activities

    • Arctic King Crab Experience with Lunch - witness king crabs being hauled from pots and enjoy a feast of king crab for lunch in a remote fishing village, or land-based option (EUR 185.00 or EUR 95.00)
    Landmarks
    North Cape
  5. Day 5

    Honningsv\u00e5g to Alta

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Scandic Alta)

    Included Activities

    • Visit world's first ice hotel with chilled beverage

    Optional Activities

    • Northern Lights Mountain Safari - chase the Northern Lights from a mountain top with local expert and traditional hot chicken curry soup (EUR 159.00)
    Landmarks
    Altafjord
    Northern Lights Cathedral
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Alta

    Meals
    Lunch (Hearty oven-baked seasonal lunch at husky farm - fresh Arctic fish or tender reindeer, served with crisp salads, local accompaniments, and a glass of wine)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Scandic Alta)

    Included Activities

    • Oven-baked seasonal lunch at husky farm

    Optional Activities

    • World Heritage Rock Art Centre - discover the life and culture of Alta people through ancient rock art brought to life by the museum (EUR 36.00)
    • Wilderness Dog Sleigh Ride - join Alaskan huskies and their owners for an exhilarating dogsled ride through forests and fields near the Alta River (EUR 75.00)
    Landmarks
    Alta Museum
    Alta River
  7. Day 7

    Alta to Troms\u00f8

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Moxy Tromso)

    Included Activities

    • Orientation of Troms\u00f8 - Northern Norway's largest city

    Optional Activities

    • Arctic Ocean Cathedral and Cable Car Experience - visit the Arctic Ocean Cathedral architectural landmark and ascend via cable car to Storsteinen mountain range, 1,400 meters above sea level (EUR 50.00)
    Landmarks
    Arctic Ocean Cathedral
    Storsteinen Mountain
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  8. Day 8

    Troms\u00f8

    Meals
    Dinner (Traditional S\u00e1mi meal with hot drinks in lavuu tent, featuring stories of S\u00e1mi life and folk songs around the fire)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Moxy Tromso)

    Included Activities

    • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER\u00ae Experience - meet Indigenous S\u00e1mi community
    • Guided immersive journey through S\u00e1mi camp
    • Help feed reindeer herd
    • Traditional meal with hot drinks in lavuu tent
  9. Day 9

    Troms\u00f8 to Oslo

    Meals
    Dinner (Celebration Dinner at local restaurant with wine and Scandinavian hospitality matched with fine food)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Radisson Blu Scandinavia, Oslo)

    Included Activities

    • Orientation of Oslo - see Oslo Opera House and Deichman Library
    • Celebration Dinner at local restaurant with wine

    Optional Activities

    • Highlights of Oslo - visit Viking ship museum with Local Expert guidance, explore world's best-preserved Viking ships, and discover Vigeland Sculpture Park with surreal sculptures of human figures (EUR 38.00)
    Landmarks
    Oslo Opera House
    Deichman Library
    Oslofjord
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  10. Day 10

    Oslo

    Meals
    Breakfast
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    February 25th, 2025
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    I loved the Itinerary. Our Guide, Dino Lemesh, was the best. He gave a lot of information, has a very nice...
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    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We genuinely appreciate the time you took to provide your feedback, and we're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the company of our On The Road Team. They are a dedicated group striving to make every tour extraordinary, and it's heart-warming to know they left a positive impression on you. Thank you for highlighting their efforts.
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    December 19th, 2024
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    This trip was a bucket list trip and Insight Vacations made it an absolutely incredible experience. Our tour guide...
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    We appreciate you taking the time to write a review and provide us with your feedback. We are pleased to hear that our Travel Directors were able to provide you with a stress-free vacation by handling all the travel details and utilising their professionalism, organisation, and in-depth knowledge of the regions they cover. It brings us joy to know that we have assisted you in checking off some bucket list items. Thank you for being our guest.
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  • Northern Lights of Scandinavia (Classic) reviewer 3
    March 8th, 2023
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    Northern Lights tour with Insight Vacations was very well designed to maximize the experience. The tour leader Zsofi...
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    Reply from: Insight Vacations
    We appreciate your feedback during your time in Scandinavia. We are delighted to learn that your Travel Director and Coach Driver made you feel at home while sharing their expertise, insider tips, local secrets, and top recommendations of what these beautiful countries offer and providing you with professional service throughout the trip. Thank you for choosing Insight Vacations for your travels, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with an even more enjoyable experience in the future.
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    March 19th, 2022
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    Rachel

    Asked on October 7th, 2025

    Do you think it would be possible for me and my kids to came back earlier? Ill need to catch my flight on the 14 in order to arrive in Brazil on the 15.

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      Rachel

      TravelerWritten October 2025

      We would love to visit the Faroe Island. Do you have any suggestion on the best way for me to do that? I would have to first go there and then join the group.

    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten October 2025

      Yes, you're welcome to leave the tour early if needed. Please note, however, that any unused portion of the tour is non-refundable and not eligible for compensation.

    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten October 2025

      Regarding your visit to Faroe Islands, regrettably, we're unable to assist with arrangements for that portion of your trip. But, upon checking online you can start planning your visit to the Faroe Islands, via their official tourism site offering everything from travel tips to event listings and destination highlights.

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    Morgan

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    What is the price for private room, and is it available for this date? What are the daylight lengths during your at this time?

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten October 2025

      Departing on 10-Feb-2026 will cost US$5,835.00 base in a single room. Please be noted, trip rate is subject to change without notice. Additionally, the daylight hours will be relatively short, typically ranging from 5 to 8 hours per day depending on the location.

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten October 2025

      This tour on a single room cost at AUD 9,535.00 per person including internal flights. Single Room: AUD 8,534.00 Intra Tour Air Helsinki to Ivalo: AUD 474.00 Intra Tour Air Tax Helsinki to Ivalo: AUD 90.00 Intra Tour Air Tromso to Oslo: AUD 370.00 Intra Tour Air Tax Tromso to Oslo: AUD 67.00 Tour prices may vary and can change at any time, so the quoted price is not guaranteed until the booking is finalized.

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    Annette

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    Do you offer the tour 'Northern Lights of Scandinavia (Classic)' in spanish?

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      Apologies, but the tours we operate are only conducted in English.

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      It says all tours are customizable. Can the Northern lights and fjords ect not be combined for oct?

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      This tour activity level is Leisurely. There will be up to 1-2 miles / 1.6-3.2km of walking per day, on primarily flat surfaces and with some stairs. There will also be cumulative daily standing of 1-2 hours. They should also be able to get on and off the coach without assistance. If they need to use any medical equipment or need assistance, we can send them a Specific Requirements Form to fill out and once our Operations Team receives the form, they will advise how we can assist the guest/s on tour.

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      The tour aligns with the season for optimal visibility of the Northern Lights, but their appearance cannot be guaranteed.

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, upgrades to different types of accommodations may be available upon request.

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      Internal flights are indeed included in the tour cost and are arranged by the tour operator.

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