Places: Tromsø, Alta, Nordkapp, Narvik and Senja
The winters in Northern Norway is not for the faint hearted. But as they say in Scandinavia, there is no bad weather, only bad choice of clothes! Yes, winter in Norway means you need to pack yourself beneath layers of warmth, brave the wind, the snow and the endless nights! But the reward is an experience so rich, you will relieve them your mind, over and over, for a lifetime!
Humpbacks migrate to Norway during winter
In fall, follow the open road, passing sweeping tundra vistas and herds of reindeer, to reach the northernmost edge of Europe, Nordkapp!
Aurora Borealis Capital – Tromso, Norway
Come winter and the Arctic Sea is abuzz with gentle giants, pods of humpbacks and orcas greeting visitors into their habitat! Stroll in Tromsø, the “Gateway to the Arctic” and Alta, savouring the Sami heritage, city festivals, and cozy cafés! (serving their heritage reindeer stew). And indulge in unique adventures: husky sledding, Arctic wildlife safaris, and snowmobile expeditions! Can you believe this region offers you a night of walking among wolves and sleeping around them in ultra luxurious cottages?
Tromso from the cable car top
And night time in this part of the world means the elusive Aurora Borealis, dancing across the sky with its green, purple and pink hues, swirling overhead, dancing across silent snowscapes!
Husky rides through the snow covered landscape
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