Enjoy the Northern Lights in comfort, with warmer days for exploring, snow free landscapes, quieter stays and dark, clear autumn skies.
Autumn Auroras
@ Cahkal Hotel
The Northern Lights reflecting on Lakes
Autumn is one of the most rewarding times to experience the Nordics. Destinations are quieter after the summer season, giving you more space to explore forests, lakes and remote landscapes at an unhurried pace. Warmer days make outdoor adventures, sightseeing and evenings around the fire far more comfortable than during the colder nights of winter. As darkness gradually returns to the north, the first auroras of the season begin to appear, creating the chance to see the Northern Lights reflected across open water and framed by rich autumn colours.
Discover Autumn Aurora Holidays
Norway Under the Northern Lights
A luxury winter journey through Oslo, Lofoten and Alta, with private Arctic adventures, luxurious stays, local flavours and Northern Lights.
Copenhagen, Gotland and Stockholm: A Slow Nordic Family Escape
A family friendly Nordic escape through Copenhagen, Gotland and Stockholm, blending culture, nature, farm stays and slow travel.
Luxury Swedish Lapland Villa Escape
Exclusive Swedish Lapland villa escape with Northern Lights, dog sledding, snowmobiles and private chef luxury in the Arctic wilderness
Autumn Fjords and Auroras
Fjord cruises, glacier walks and Aurora skies — this luxury autumn journey reveals the best of Norway from Oslo to the Lyngen Alps.
Autumn Colours in the Nordics
Panoramic ocean views, explore hidden fjords by private boat, and unwind in an elegant hillside retreat.
Autumn Auroras Fabulous Foodie Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable 7-night autumn adventure, seamlessly blending the natural wonders of Norway's fjords with the urban charm and culinary delights...
Experiences in Autumn
Autumn in the Nordics brings a wonderful sense of space, with quieter landscapes and comfortable temperatures creating ideal conditions for outdoor adventures. Paddle across calm lakes and sheltered fjords by kayak, or join a peaceful fjord cruise surrounded by mountains glowing with seasonal colour. Follow local guides into forests to forage for berries, herbs and mushrooms, before enjoying fine dining experiences inspired by the ingredients and flavours of the region. Days can be spent hiking to panoramic viewpoints, cycling along scenic coastal roads and embracing the crisp autumn air. As evening falls and the skies grow darker, you may even witness the first Auroras of the season dancing above the peaceful Nordic landscape.
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Explore Places to Stay
Looking for somewhere truly special to stay? Let our collection of inspiring accommodations guide you to unforgettable nights in extraordinary locations in the Nordics.
Fretheim Hotel, Flåm
Historic fjord hotel in Flåm offering Norwegian heritage, spectacular scenery and unforgettable fjord experiences.
Villa Dahlia, Stockholm
Elegant boutique hotel in Stockholm offering Scandinavian design, refined luxury and authentic Swedish city experiences.
Miðgarður by Center Hotels
Stylish Reykjavík hotel offering Icelandic hospitality, Nordic design and easy access to Iceland’s natural wonders.
Isbreen the Glacier
A luxury igloo retreat, nestled far above the Arctic Circle in Norway
Bestebakken Hotel
BesteBakken, where every stay is a journey into the heart of Norway's natural and cultural beauty
Floating Safari Camp
A secluded hideaway, nestled beside the Råne River in Swedish Lapland
Arctic Retreat
This secluded log cabin sanctuary invites you to reconnect with nature
Lydmar Hotel
Individually designed rooms with great waterfront and old town views
Trasti and Trine
Northern Norway's luxury boutique hotel with huskies in-situ
Arctic Bath
Drift on the Lule River in Swedish Lapland, find luxury in stillness
Fantastic trip to Svalbard which delivered the true Arctic experience we were hoping for. The hotels were excellent and the activities – dog sledding and snowmobile expedition were lead by first class guides.
Top tip! The champagne tasting in the world’s most northerly wine cellar in the exceptional Funken Lodge is not to be missed!
Faith
Amy planned a fantastic trip! Everything was very well-thought out. All transfers went smoothly, accommodations were amazing, great restaurant recommendations and the tours were once-in-a-lifetime, can’t book it yourself off the internet experiences. The guides were all fantastic. Communications were prompt and everything worked exactly the way it was supposed to. What a pleasure! Already working on our next trip.
Anonymous
Well-organized trip to Norway and Svalbard with great accommodations and activities. Gwen was communicative and responsive to requests. Highly recommend!
Russell Snook
Off the Map Travel was great! Alex helped us plan the most amazing 10 day honeymoon to Iceland. He gave us great recommendations and was so patient with us during the planning process!
Tori
We really enjoyed our Norwegian adventure despite the -22 days! Unfortunately no real experience of viewing the Lights but we did capture a couple of images on our last night – too much cloud otherwise so lots of snow. We really enjoyed the husky lodge – not at all what we had tentatively imagined. Thanks for your assistance, maybe next time we will see the Lights in all their glory.
Andrew
What an amazing trip we are having. It is incredible. Many many thanks for arranging such an incredible trip.
Giles
The best travel experience ever on every level you can think of during a Lapland expedition (food, activities, timings, accommodation, transport, service, equipment…). I highly recommend Off The Map Travel for their outstanding level of professionalism and detail oriented mindset!
Sophie & Guy
My family and I traveled to Sweden to see The Northern Lights in March of 2023. From the planning process to every detail of the trip, I could not have been more pleased with our experience. Alex was exceptional to work with. His guidance on the time of year, where to stay, activities to do and how to get to and from everything was spot on. I have never used a tour company before but thought a trip of this kind would be easier with some help. I am so glad that I did. The entire week was seamless and completely stress-free, allowing us to truly enjoy Sweden and our time together as a family. I will be recommending Off The Map travel to friends and family and will certainly be using them myself again in the future.
Emily
Hello Lucy!! Kim and I had a fantastic time in Iceland! Probably one of my top 3 trips I’ve ever taken!
It was everything we asked for and you did a wonderful job coordinating it all so beautifully!!
Thank you very much and we will contact you again when we get ready to plan our trip to Norway and Lapland!
Doreen
Exceptional service throughout the entire planning and booking process – travel agencies don’t get any better than this. A brilliant, seamless experience matched by the holiday experience itself. Would recommend ‘Off the Map Travel’ to anyone considering booking for a Nordic experience ‘par excellence’.
Chris
We originally hired Off the Map Travel in 2020 to set up a trip to see the Northern Lights. That didn’t happen, thanks to COVID. But, we persisted and in March of 2023, we took a 16-day trip that included both Iceland and Norway. IT WAS MAGICAL! Off the Map took care of everything! We were pampered at every stage of our trip. The people they hired and the activities they planned added up to a trip that will set the standard for any we’ll ever take in the future. Alex and his team were fabulous! We recommend them without restraint!
Jim & Kris
Amy was a great help with planning this trip. Our trip turned out amazing. I also was very grateful for Off the Map’s Front Desk service, which promptly handled an on the spot issue we had.
Karen