Northern Norway, with it’s scenic vistas of open coastal fjords and snow-capped mountains, will charm it’s way into your heart instantly.
Luxury Holidays in Northern Norway
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A word from our travel specialist
I visited Northern Norway and was captivated by its dramatic landscapes and peaceful atmosphere. From the charming coastal towns to the towering fjords and snow-capped peaks, every view felt like a postcard. I especially enjoyed the quieter fishing villages, where colorful houses dotted the shoreline and life moved at a slower pace.
The Arctic light was unforgettable—whether it was the soft glow of the midnight sun or the dancing northern lights overhead. Exploring the region’s natural beauty away from the more touristy spots made the experience feel personal and deeply memorable
Emma
Head of Operations
Inspiration for Holidays in Northern Norway
Arctic Fjords and Nordic Flavours
An active family journey through Norway featuring fjords, wildlife, kayaking, scenic drives and historic stays from Lofoten to Bergen.
Arctic Adventure in Alta
A refined Arctic escape in Alta featuring Sámi culture reindeer sledding dog sledding Northern Lights hunting and wilderness lodges
A Winter Escape Through Norway’s Arctic Wonders
A luxurious winter journey through Norway’s Arctic landscapes featuring culture, wildlife, Northern Lights and unforgettable boutique stays.
A Winter Journey Through Norway
Experience Norway’s Arctic beauty, from Oslo’s festive lights to Alta’s huskies and Auroras, on this luxury winter journey.
Luxury Norwegian Adventure: Oslo and Arctic Alta
Luxury eight day Norwegian trip: Oslo culture, private helicopter tour in Alta, deep sea fishing, and a scenic fjord dinner cruise.
Isbreen the Glacier
A luxury Arctic hideaway beneath Norway’s glaciers with igloos, private snow adventures, gourmet dining and uninterrupted views of the Northern Lights...
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Northern Norway, Designed Around You
Visit one of the Northern towns such as Tromso or Alta for a unique experience mixing wilderness with lots of amenities such as high quality restaurants, shops and museums.
Head to one of the wilderness locations and experience life in the wild. Enjoy learning about Sami culture from real people and take part in exciting and unique activities.
Where to Stay: Handpicked for You
Whether it’s a sea-view cabin, a high-end lodge, or a family-run hotel above the Arctic Circle, our Northern Norway picks are full of local soul and striking landscapes.
Onga Boutique Lodge and Glass Domes
A luxury igloo retreat, nestled far above the Arctic Circle in Norway
Holmen Husky Lodge
Luxury Arctic lodge near Alta offering Forest Suites, husky sledding adventures and northern lights experiences in North Norway.
Trasti and Trine
Northern Norway's luxury boutique hotel with huskies in-situ
Sorrisniva Arctic Wilderness Lodge
Unforgettable Arctic adventures, immerse yourself in nature without sacrificing comfort.
Villa Efjord
Arrive in style by helicopter, and dinner curated by your private chef
Isbreen the Glacier
A luxury igloo retreat, nestled far above the Arctic Circle in NorwayThe Guidebook
Explore Northern Norway
If you are looking for an exciting northern city break you could visit the exciting coastal city of Tromso. As well as a host of unique properties to stay in, Tromso offers the comforts of a city; like top restaurants such as Fiskekompaniet and Emma’s Dream Kitchen and also the Polaris Museum; yet the ability to to travel relatively easily to more remote locations for activities and the Aurora.
Alta is the second northernmost town in the world and is otherwise known as the ‘City of Northern Lights’! Alta is perfectly combined with other amazing destinations such as Honningsvåg & the North Cape where in the summer you can head under the beautiful rays of the Midnight Sun to the Nord Kapp monument which stands at the northernmost point of Europe, on a 307-metre cliff edge over the sea where the only dry land between you and the North Pole is Svalbard!
There are plenty of destinations in between such as the Lofoten islands, Vesterålen, Narvik and many more offering beautiful locations, amazing activities and a host of unique properties designed to amaze.
Getting There
There are many domestic airports throughout Northern Norway and all have good connections to Oslo and other main hub airports. There are some direct flights into some of the more commonly visited airports such as Tromsø and Alta all year round. For some of the more challenging areas to navigate such as the Lofoten Islands there are a variety of options such as ferry transport as well as private boats. Throughout the country there is a good bus route and train services are also available to destinations further north and south and cross border in some locations.
Climate
The weather in Northern Norway has an average winter temperature of -2.2°C rising to 15.3°C in the summer which makes Northern Norway an excellent place to visit year-round.
Destinations within Northern Norway which lie above the Arctic Circle enjoy the midnight sun in June for around a month (and extended sunlight hours throughout the rest of the spring and summer) and in the winter the sun sets completely, not rising above the horizon in late-November until late-January. Over the winter months the dark skies and latitude of Arctic Norway benefits from spectacular displays of the Northern Lights.
Geography
Northern Norway boasts a host of geographical highlights; the country is full of glaciers, high plateaus and rugged mountains broken by fertile valleys and a coastline deeply indented by fjords making places such as the Lofoten Islands in particular a photographers paradise.
Tromsø is located in northern Norway, with the majority of the city located on the island of Tromsøya. It is situated 350km within the Arctic Circle and is the largest urban area in northern Norway. Even though Tromsø is on the same latitude as Alaska it benefits from the Gulf Stream which brings vast amount of tropical air every year raising the average temperature. At 69° north, it is the perfect destination for a Norway Northern Lights holiday.
Plants And Animals
Norway is rich in wildlife. In the north of the country there are many moose and reindeer. On rare occasions arctic foxes and bears can also be seen in the area.
Wild berries can be found all over Norway, with the most common being blueberries, cranberries and cloudberries.
Bird life is also abundant in the area, with many migratory birds nesting, on the cliffs and mountains in the summer.
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
Arctic Retreat was simply magical. Graham and his team were superb. Their entire focus was on ensuring we had an outstanding experience. The accommodation, setting and food were all excellent. The team, experienced professionals, each brought their own personal touch and local nuance. It was faultless. The dog sledging trip directly from Arctic Retreat was also superb. We would return to Arctic Retreat in a heartbeat.
George
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
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
We – the whole family – loved the whole journey!!
The accommodations, the activities and especially the great people – thank you very much for this fantastic organisation !!!
Barbara
Well-organized trip to Norway and Svalbard with great accommodations and activities. Gwen was communicative and responsive to requests. Highly recommend!
Russell Snook
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
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
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
We have loved it so much here that we have extended our stay and will come back to Bjornfjell and stay in one of their cabins until Jan 3 then we are staying in the igloo hotel the night of the 3rd. 😊We added a few excursions this week – we did the whale trip on the RIB boat (wow!), toured the igloo hotel (which is why we decided to book the last night!) and did the reindeer sleigh at Sorrisniva. You were so right, the bonfire excursion was incredible!!It has been an absolutely amazing trip!
Kristen
The ease of everything stood out to me. All we had to do was be there at the right time. The dog sledding was the highlight for my daughter and sister. We had the best time! For me, Manshausen was the highlight. We were very lucky and the only guests there for the majority of our stay. The staff was amazing and the food was so delicious. We had moose steak and it was the best meal I’ve ever had.
The cabins were comfortable and we were so lucky to have 2 clear nights where we just sat and watched the northern lights. We were able to get some awesome pictures too.
I appreciate all your time and care with planning our trip! I won’t hesitate to use Off the Map travel for our next adventure.
Kelly
I would thoroughly recommend this company. Their planning and advice was spot on. Alex responded to my calls and emails very promptly. I will definitely use them again for future trips.
Rosie