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Acquaint yourself with Norway’s spectacular offerings, from its diverse wildlife to the world’s most elusive wonder, the Northern Lights.
Travel Validity Period: SENJA, NORWAY Autumn Winter Sep 2019 - Mar 2020 HIGHLIGHTS Tromsø Senja NORWAY TROMSO Harstad 2 • Northern Lights Chase 1 • Fjellheisen Cable Car Svolvær 1 SENJA Reine 2 • Overnight stay by the sea Lofoten HARSTAD Island • Reindeer Farm Arctic Circle LOFOTEN ISLAND • Sea-Eagle Safari • Henningsvær & Reine • Polar Park
DELICACIES Meal Plan 7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners Flight path NORWAY Traverse by coach Featured destinations 4★HOTELS Overnight stays 1 3 Oslo 1 TROMSO Clarion Edge SENJA Hamn I Senja SVOLVÆR Thon Lofoten HARSTAD Scandic OSLO Scandic Solli *Note: Hotels subject to final confirma on. Should there be changes, customers will be offered accommoda on similar to this list. DAY 1 DAY 3 HOMETROMSO TROMSO Meals on Board Breakfast Assemble at the airport and depart for Free at leisure on your own to explore Tromsø, a city in northern Norway. It is a Tromso. You may want to join an EXCLUSIVE major cultural hub above the Arctic Circle excursion for a Whale Safari Adventure and it is renowned for its viewing point, where some of the worlds’ biggest
• Sea Eagle Safari which offers unhindered sights of the mammals visit the fjord landscape around • Fjellheisen Cable Car stunning Northern Lights. the little town in Tromso in Northern Norway to feed on herring. The whales • Senja Hamn Seaside Stay often come close to the boat as they are DAY 2 • Professional photographer very curious, so be prepared for big TROMSO splashes. The experience here in the North for Northern Lights Meals on Board, Dinner Norwegian waters is completely different Get your hearts ready for the main highlight from the rest of the world because the of this tour – a thrilling Northern Lights whales come here to feed and hunt, and chase that is guaranteed to be a they are extremely active. Remember to once-in-a-lifetime adventure you will never bring your camera, and you could take the forget. Witness Earth’s most magnificent shot of your life, not just of whales, but V and colourful lights show with the expertise hts iew also other wildlife like seals or sea eagles. ig in of a local guide, who will drive for up to 7 L g hours to unearth the best locations for you n w r to watch the Northern Lights. Should the DAY 4 a e Northern Lights appear, a professional r TROMSOSENJA h r photographer will also be present to assist
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REINE, LOFOTEN ISLANDS, NORWAY
Solliveien in Tromsdalen up to the DAY 6 DAY 8 mountain ledge Storsteinen (421m above SVOLVAERREINESVOLVAER HARSTADOSLO sea level) in the gondolas. From the viewing Breakfast, Dinner Breakfast platform at the upper station, you can enjoy Traverse through the islands of Lofoten and Today, take a flight to Oslo, the capital of spectacular panoramic views of Tromsø delight in the idyllic coastal scenery of Norway and spend some time exploring on and the surrounding islands, mountains and Vestfjord along the way. Our first stop is the your own. fjords. Make your way to the beautiful fishing village of Henningsvær, marvel at Senja, Norway’s second largest island, the vista of impressive mountains located far above the Arctic Circle. Here surrounded by the clear, blue sea. Drive DAY 9 you will be greeted by an awe-inspiring mix along the fjord and continue to Reine, OSLOHOME of sea, mountains, beaches, fishing villages located in the southern part of Lofoten and Breakfast and inland areas, all located within a few well-known as one of the most beautiful Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure till it is time hours’ drive. We will stay at Hamn i Senja, a village in Norway. to transfer to the airport for your flight home. holiday resort beautifully located on the west coast of the Senja island where the Northern Lights often display themselves by DAY 7 DAY 10 the sea. Tonight, choose to do an optional SVOLVAERHARSTAD HOME SWEET HOME Northern Lights Husky Sledding activity. This Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner We hope you enjoyed your trip with our magical experience will let you mush your Embark on a great nature expedition today company and we look forward to seeing own team of adorable huskies under the as you head out on a Sea Eagle Safari. you again for your next trip. starry night sky. While here, you might also Speed across the Trollfjord on arigid get a chance to witness the mysterious inflatable boat (RIB) helmed by an Suggested Excursion: aurora borealis. experienced captain, which will take you to • (Senja) Northern Lights Husky Sledding: €260 the middle of the fjord where the sea eagles • (Harstad) Aurora Submit Lodge: €200 dwell. Discover more about these majestic • (Tromso) Whale Watching: from €120 • (Oslo) Sightseeing Tour: €89 DAY 5 birds of prey and watch them in action at thrillingly close quarters as you throw fish These addiࢼonal acࢼviࢼes enrich your experiences; SENJASVOLVAER however it is enࢼrely opࢼonal and will be at your own Breakfast, Dinner into the sea for them to dive and collect. discreࢼon. Minimum group size may apply and Take a walk on the wild side as we head Pay a visit to the Reindeer Farm to see subject to schedule. to Polar Park – the world’s northernmost Santa’s iconic reindeers, learn more about Tipping Guideline: (based on 10D7N) wildlife park where you can meet bears this uncommon animal as well as the • €80 per person wolves, lynx, wolverines, polar foxes, lifestyle and practices of the Sami people moose, red deer, reindeer and muskoxen; that remains deeply entwined with the Note: get upclose and personal with the wolves reindeer. Reaching Harstad tonight, you can • A minimum group size of 15 passengers is required in their enclosure and cuddle with the choose to go for an optional experience to for a confirmed departure. adorable polar foxes. Thereafter, proceed the Aurora Submit Lodge, set on the top, • The sequence of the iࢼnerary, flight schedules and to Svolvær, capital of the Lofoten 535 meters above sea level and be hotels are subject to change without prior noࢼce in transported to the summit by Snowmobiles the event of unforeseen circumstances. Islands. • All acࢼviࢼes are subject to weather condiࢼons. and sleds with a view of the aurora in luck. Note: The appearance of the Northern Lights cannot be • During major events and fesࢼvals, accommodaࢼon guaranteed as it is a naturally occurring phenomenon and is Note: The min. age of Sea Eagle Safari is 12 and the acࢼvity may be re-located to outside of the city or in subject to weather condiࢼons. is subject to weather condiࢼon. another city without prior noࢼce.
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Uncover Norway’s Best-Kept Secret: Senja For decades, Norway has captivated travellers with its scenic vistas and natural offerings. Its cities, like Tromso, embody the rich history and culture of the country. However, it’s the lesser-known islands of Norway that truly testify to the country’s raw beauty and bewitching wonders.
Senja
Situated in the heart of the Aurora Zone, way to witness this magnificent sight than above the Arctic Circle, Senja is the second to watch it from the comfort of your own largest island in Norway. Similar to Sommaroy, room? Hamn i Senja, a holiday resort Senja is also notable for its thriving flora and which is situated by the open sea, offers fauna, and is comprised of some of the most amazing and unhindered views of the memorable and picturesque spots in the Northern Lights. Watch the natural country. phenomenon rapidly change colours as light up the skies above and the surface of Senja leaves visitors at a loss for words with the sea below. its impressive views of the vast sea, towering peaks and small fishing villages. The combination of Arctic adventure and Apart from the sea and land-based Aurora displays make this island a true activities, the island is a great place to Norwegian wonder that you have to see to HAMN I SENJA watch the Northern Lights. And what better believe.
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Eclectic, Dramatic, and most of all, unforgettable
Renowned for miles and miles of dramatic Harstad Nestled on Lofoten scenery, Lofoten is an archipelago in a hillside, close to the Norway, a gem in Scandinavia. Beautiful throughout the year, northern end of Hinnøya, Lofoten is one of those places that’s perfect to visit at any Harstad is the gateway to time of the year. However, summer is believed to be the best times of the year to visit the archipelago. Green rolling hills Vesterålen and Lofoten. The carpeted with flowers and soft grass are usually a common city’s positioning allows it to sight in Lofoten during the summer. be in close proximity to Narvik in the east, and Tromso in the Between May and July, Lofoten experiences up to 24 hours North. The settlement also of sunlight. Apart from enveloping the archipelago in the golden glow of the Midnight Sun, the natural phenomenon provides travellers with a chance to see the Northern Lights also offers travellers more time to sightsee various tourist and the Midnight Sun. The Aurora Summit Lodge is one of the spots, and partake in as many activities as they possibly can. best places to see the Northern Lights. Located 535 meters above the sea level, the lodge was built on top of a mountain providing unhindered views of the sky above.
22 Northern Lights | EU Holidays Senja Situated in the heart of the Aurora Zone, above the Arctic Circle, Senja is the second largest island in Norway. Similar to Sommaroy, Senja is also notable for its thriving flora and fauna, and is comprised of some of the most memorable and picturesque spots in the country.
Apart from the sea and land-based activities, the island is a great place to watch the Northern Lights. And what better way to witness this magnificent sight than to watch it from the comfort of your own room? Hamn i Senja, a holiday resort which is situated by the open sea, offers amazing and unhindered views of the Northern Lights.
Tromso Referred to the gateway to the Arctic, Tromso is the largest city in Norway. Situated in the heart of the Arctic wilderness, Tromso is surrounded by deep blue fjords, steep, craggy mountains and dramatic landscapes.
Being in the middle of the Northern Lights Oval, the geographic positioning of Tromso provides travellers with an opportunity to see the Northern Lights from September to April. And that’s not the only thing to look forward to each year. From the 20th of May to the 20th of July, the Midnight Sun makes its appearance, hanging low over the horizon, offering 24 hours of daylight to residents and travellers.
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