Tromso Experience

Tromsø Experience | Tromsø Luxury City Break | Northern Norway | Travel with Off The Map

Embrace the Arctic charm with the Tromsø Experience, a four-night immersive journey based in Northern Norway’s most vibrant Arctic city. Start with private transfers to a central boutique hotel before exploring Tromsø’s hallmark attractions—from the Polar Museum to the iconic Arctic Cathedral.

Days are filled with enriching excursions: dog-sledding through tundra, snowmobiling over frozen lakes, or fjord sightseeing by RIB boat. You may visit a reindeer camp to learn about Sami culture or sample regional cuisine in cosy eateries. Evenings are dedicated to aurora-hunting, with expert guides leading you to the best vantage points in surrounding wilderness.

All transfers, guiding, accommodation, breakfasts and select activities are provided (excluding flights). Ideal for travellers seeking a Northern Lights city adventure, Arctic cultural immersion, or winter Norway getaway, this itinerary harmonises urban culture, wilderness thrills and celestial spectacle in one seamless Arctic experience.

Discover Northern Norway through the Tromsø Experience, a four-night winter getaway based in Tromsø. Stay in a central boutique hotel and enjoy activities like dog‑sledding, snowmobiling, fjord RIB cruises and Sami reindeer visits.

Learn about local culture, taste regional cuisine, and journey out each night for Northern Lights viewing with expert guides. Your package includes transfers, boutique accommodation, guiding, breakfasts and curated excursions (flights excluded).

Perfect for those seeking a Northern Lights city break, Arctic adventure holiday, or Tromsø cultural retreat—blend urban charm with wilderness exploration under Arctic skies.

Location Norway, Northern Lights

Duration 4 Nights

Price per person from (excl. flights)

£2,749*

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Overview

Surrounded by mountains, fjords and islands, Tromso is the gateway to Arctic adventures. This 3 Night itinerary has you stay at the Clarion Edge Hotel in a Junior Suite and heading out on various group activities including snowmobiling and husky sledding – in the evenings you will enjoy two Aurora excursions; one as a dinner cruise and the other focused entirely on you as you head out with your own private guide.

When to Visit

Tromsø is situated in the Northernmost reaches of Norway, and as such, can experience a climate of considerable extremes during the winter season. The winter period is characterized by cold temperatures, limited daylight hours, snowfall, and due to its coastal position can even be hit by warmer temperatures, leading to intermittent rainfall even during peak winter season. For those seeking to bask in the splendor of the Northern Lights while indulging in winter pursuits, the ideal months to plan a visit is from January to March, with December also being a viable option.

Your Trip, Your Way

This itinerary is just a starting point—a flavour of what’s possible. Whether you want to tweak the pace, upgrade your hotel, or deepen the culinary immersion, we’ll design your perfect trip from scratch.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Tromso

Discover the enchanting city of Tromso (The Paris of the North), nestled approximately 350km north of the Arctic Circle. As the largest city in Northern Norway and the third-largest above the Arctic Circle, you’ll be amazed by its stunning natural beauty and unique cultural heritage.

Upon arrival, you’ll be whisked away to your luxurious 4-star accommodation where you’ll spend the next three nights in comfort and style. Get ready for an unforgettable experience on your first night – an Aurora Dinner Cruise. Savour a delectable meal while sailing through the fjords, with the possibility of witnessing the spectacular Aurora Borealis lighting up the night sky. It’s the perfect way to start your adventure in Northern Norway!

@ Yngve Olsen - Visit Norway

Day 2

Dog Sledding and Private Aurora Tour

In the morning you will head out of the city to take part in some dog sledding – you will get to learn how to mush with the team of dogs and take them out for a run with the stunning Norwegian fjords as a backdrop. You will stop for lunch before then making your way back to Tromso in the afternoon.

Enjoy an early dinner locally before you head out on a private Northern Lights tour – this time around you will be taken out with a private guide to chase the Aurora!

@ Sven-Erik Knoff - Visit Norway

Day 3

Snowmobiling in the Lyngen Alps

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure on your trip to Tromso! This morning, hop on a snowmobile and head out on a thrilling tour in the stunning Lyngen Alps, just an hour’s drive from Tromso. You’ll get to enjoy 1-1.5 hours of exhilarating snowmobiling in stunning winter scenery, followed by a delicious lunch before returning to the city.

In the evening, keep your schedule free, just in case you haven’t yet had the opportunity to see the spectacular Northern Lights or the weather didn’t cooperate the previous night. If you’ve already witnessed the Aurora Borealis, explore the city further with a visit to the Arctic Cathedral or treat your taste buds to a mouthwatering meal at one of Tromso’s popular restaurants.

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@ Yngve Olsen

Day 4

Head home or explore further afield

Today you will make your way back home but there are plenty of other places to explore. Perhaps you might like to extend your stay and head over the border to Finland? Or maybe you might like head down to Narvik and onwards to the Icehotel in Sweden? Maybe you would like to spend a couple of nights in Oslo in a luxury hotel? Speak to your Adventure Artist on the possibilities and options that are open to you.

Where You Could Stay

Vindlys Luxury Apartment

Luxury private apartments with 360° views of the mountains and fjords

The Dock 69°39 by Scandic

A unique hotel in the heart of Tromsø, premium comfort and rich history

Clarion Hotel The Edge

Northern Lights, whale safaris and the Arctic Cathedral on your doorstep

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I used OTMT to organise a holiday to see the Northern Lights for my partner’s 50th birthday. They took the time to understand my priorities, the kinds of places we like to stay and the things we like to do. They recommended a fabulous itinerary in Norway centred around the Lyngen Experience Lodge. The holiday itself lived up to expectations and I have no hesitation in recommending OTMT. They listened carefully during the planning and delivered the perfect present for my partner.

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