Cruising South Through Norway's North: Winter in 12 Days
Experience the extremes of northern Norway's winter oases, fairytale islands, and Polar Nights by both water and land on this 12-day winter odyssey.
Norway
12 days / 11 nights
$7,128 /person
$7,128 /person
Your trip at a glance
Top Activities
Stargazing in the magnetic darkness of Øvre Pasvik Natio, Norway's first official Dark Sky Place
Witnessing the colorful choreography of the Arctic's Northern Lights
Cruising with Hurtigruten on a six-day tour of Norway
Experiencing the fairytale wonders of the enchanting Lofoten Islands
Encountering ethereal landscapes from the window of one of the world's most scenic railway routes
Welcome to Norway!
Culture and Charm of Awe-Inspiring Oslo
Onward to Kirkenes and Your Introduction to the Arctic
Øvre Pasvik National Park: Where the Stars Illuminate the Sky
Kirkenes: All Aboard!
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Hammerfest and the World's Northernmost Town
High Peaks and Fairytale Islands in Lofoten
Brønnøysund's Tales of Trolls
Trondheim, Coastal Communities, and Klippfisk
Bergen: City of Fjords and Flavor
Bergen to Oslo: Norway in a Nutshell
Until the Next Time!
Onward to Kirkenes and Your Introduction to the Arctic
Overview
After two lovely and leisurely days in Oslo, the time has come to say your goodbyes — for now — and begin your journey north. After breakfast this morning, return to the city's station and, just as when you arrived, make your way to the airport via the express train. You'll board a short flight from Oslo to Kirkenes in Norway's northeast, not far from the Russian border. Upon arriving here, you'll be greeted at the airport and partake in a delightful lunch at a historic hillside home overlooking Kirkenes. You'll have the chance to learn about the town's history and significance from a local expert, digging in to this small area's surprisingly robust layers. Come dinnertime, you'll meet your expert local guide for a meal at a local restaurant, Kirkenes Snowhotel (or similar), which has an otherworldly ambiance of reindeer, year-round ice installations, and fluffy huskies. The food lives up to the extraordinary surroundings, creating a one-of-a-kind dining experience.
Highlights
Kirkenes
Nestled in Norway's northeast corner — not far from Russia or Finland — Kirkenes occupies an intriguing geographic location and harbors a distinct Arctic charm. Upon arriving here today, you'll engage with local Kirkenes residents over a hospitable and delicious lunch before experiencing the small town's history on a sightseeing tour. From your local guide, you'll learn about the town's overlap with World War II and come to understand why — and how — this remote region became a locale of strategic significance. Oh, and as nightfall descends, you may very well gain your first glimpses of the Northern Lights.
Dinner at Kirkenes Snowhotel (or similar)
If you've ever dreamed about eating in a hotel of ice, it's time to turn that dream into reality. This evening, you'll dine alongside an expert local guide in a fun and festive atmosphere that embraces all things cozy and Scandinavian. Here, reindeer, huskies and a year-round ice installation set the scene, so you'll dine on traditional Arctic fare in a distinctive and magical setting that brings the best of the cold and the climate to life.
Accommodations
Thon Hotel Kirkenes (or similar)
Settle into the center of Kirkenes at Thon Hotel — the town's largest hotel that boasts 143 rooms of various nature. Located by the quay in the town's center, Thon Hotel overlooks the fjord, affording guests magnificent views and convenient access to the area's best attractions. The property's amenities include an on-site restaurant, conference rooms, and gym, so you'll have everything you need within easy reach.
Location:
Johan Knudtzens gate 11, 9900 Kirkenes, Norge
Phone:
+4778971050
Transportation
A driver will pick you up at the airport and bring you to the hotel in Kirkenes. The drive takes around 20 minutes.
Kirkenes Airport
Kirkenes, Thon Hotel (or similar)
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What's included
Included in the final price
- Personalised itinerary with insider recommendations
- Up Norway services and digital travel guide, climate investment at 70 NOK per person
- Accommodations for six nights in upgraded double rooms, with daily breakfast included
- Hurtigruten Cruise five nights, Original Coastal Voyage - South, double outside cabin with full board
- Two dinners and two lunch experiences as part of the land program
- Airport train on arrival to and departure from Oslo at the start and end of your journey
- Private guided tour in Oslo incl. Oslo pass - free use of public transport and entry to a range of attractions
- Access to wellness in Oslo
- Flight from Oslo to Kirkenes
- Three-day dark sky experience with a local expert guide, including transfers, sightseeing, Øvre Pasvik National Park Dark sky experience, and the Borderland Museum
- Transfer on arrival Bergen to hotel
- Private guided tour of Bergen, including tickets on Fløien funicular
- Scenic train ride and UNESCO fjord "Norway in a Nutshell" journey
- All other experiences, meals, and activities mentioned in the itinerary
Not included in the final price
- International arrival and departure flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Anything else not mentioned or listed as optional in the itinerary
- Drinks with meals