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Here is Best Finland and Norway tour with Northern lights arctic cruise, crafted for those who dream of chasing the Northern Lights and exploring the north’s pristine beauty, this tour combines Lapland’s iconic adventures, unique stays in igloos and a snow hotel, the charm of Santa Claus Village, and a spectacular Arctic coastal cruise — all with comfort and authenticity.
Your adventure begins in Rovaniemi, Finland, where you’ll settle into a cozy hotel and kick off with an enchanting Northern Lights hunt. Visit the world-famous Santa Claus Village, ride a husky sled through snowy trails, cross the Arctic Circle, and relax with a traditional Finnish sauna. Thrill to a snowmobile safari and spend a night in a glass igloo in Saariselkä, before traveling into Norway for an extraordinary stay at the Kirkenes Snow Hotel and an exhilarating King Crab Safari.
Next, embark on the luxurious Havila Arctic Cruise, sailing south along Norway’s dramatic coastline over six days. Stop at picturesque fishing villages, charming Arctic towns, and breathtaking fjords as you pass through Tromsø, the Lofoten Islands, and the Art Nouveau city of Ålesund — all while enjoying full-board meals and endless opportunities to spot the Aurora Borealis from the ship’s deck.
Your journey concludes in the beautiful fjord-side city of Bergen, where colorful streets and lively harbor life await before your departure.
This extraordinary tour offers the perfect blend of adventure, culture, natural beauty, and Arctic luxury — creating lifelong memories of the winter wonders of the far north.
| Port | Arrival | Departure | Time at Port |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkenes | 09:00 | 12:30 | 3h 30m |
| Vardø | 16:05 | 17:00 | 55m |
| Båtsfjord | 20:00 | 20:30 | 30m |
| Berlevåg | 22:25 | 22:35 | 10m |
| Mehamn | 01:20 | 01:30 | 10m |
| Kjøllefjord | 03:25 | 03:35 | 10m |
| Honningsvåg | 05:45 | 06:00 | 15m |
| Havøysund | 08:00 | 08:15 | 15m |
| Hammerfest | 11:00 | 12:45 | 1h 45m |
| Øksfjord | 15:50 | 16:05 | 15m |
| Skjervøy | 19:30 | 19:45 | 15m |
| Tromsø | 23:45 | 01:30 | 1h 45m |
| Finnsnes | 04:20 | 04:40 | 20m |
| Harstad | 08:00 | 08:30 | 30m |
| Risøyhamn | 10:45 | 11:00 | 15m |
| Sortland | 12:30 | 13:00 | 30m |
| Stokmarknes | 14:15 | 15:15 | 1h |
| Svolvær | 18:30 | 20:30 | 2h |
| Stamsund | 22:15 | 22:30 | 15m |
| Bodø | 02:30 | 03:30 | 1h |
| Ørnes | 06:25 | 06:35 | 10m |
| Nesna | 10:25 | 10:35 | 10m |
| Sandnessjøen | 11:45 | 12:15 | 30m |
| Brønnøysund | 15:00 | 17:25 | 2h 25m |
| Rørvik | 21:00 | 21:30 | 30m |
| Trondheim | 06:30 | 09:30 | 3h |
| Kristiansund | 16:30 | 17:30 | 1h |
| Molde | 21:15 | 21:45 | 30m |
| Ålesund | 00:30 | 01:20 | 50m |
| Torvik | 02:35 | 02:45 | 10m |
| Måløy | 05:45 | 06:00 | 15m |
| Florø | 08:15 | 08:30 | 15m |
| Bergen | 14:45 | ~ | End |
| Day | Stay City | Hectic Level | Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rovaniemi | Moderate | Arrival, hotel check-in, Northern Lights tour |
| 2 | Rovaniemi | High | Santa Claus Village, husky ride, Arctic Circle, Snowman World, sauna |
| 3 | Rovaniemi | Moderate | Snowmobile safari, Northern Lights bus tour |
| 4 | Saariselkä | Low | Transfer to Saariselkä, igloo hotel check-in |
| 5 | Kirkenes | Moderate | Transfer to Kirkenes, snow hotel check-in, King Crab safari |
| 6 | Cruise | Low | Embark cruise: Kirkenes → Vardø → Båtsfjord → Berlevåg |
| 7 | Cruise | Low | Cruise: Mehamn → Kjøllefjord → Honningsvåg → Havøysund → Hammerfest → Øksfjord → Skjervøy → Tromsø |
| 8 | Cruise | Low | Cruise: Finnsnes → Harstad → Risøyhamn → Sortland → Stokmarknes → Svolvær → Stamsund |
| 9 | Cruise | Low | Cruise: Bodø → Ørnes → Nesna → Sandnessjøen → Brønnøysund → Rørvik |
| 10 | Cruise | Low | Cruise: Trondheim → Kristiansund → Molde → Ålesund |
| 11 | Bergen | Low | Cruise: Torvik → Måløy → Florø → Bergen, hotel check-in, explore on own |
| 12 | Bergen | Low | Hotel checkout, transfer to airport/train station, end of tour |
Itinerary of the 12 Days Best Finland and Norway Tour with Northern Lights Arctic Cruise — day-wise stays, activity highlights, and intensity at a glance.
This tour includes hotel accommodations in Rovaniemi, Saariselkä, and Kirkenes, 5 nights/6 days Havila Arctic Cruise from Kirkenes to Bergen, daily breakfast (except where meals are specified), selected excursions such as Santa Claus Village visit, husky rides, snowmobile safari, king crab safari, and Northern Lights tours. Transfers between airports, hotels, and ports are also included.
Yes. The tour offers activities suitable for adults, children, and solo travelers. Certain excursions like husky rides or snowmobile safaris may have age or health restrictions.
You will stay in:
Yes, upgrades or special requests like twin or double beds can be arranged at an additional cost.
Daily breakfast is included at all hotels. During the 5N/6D Havila Arctic Cruise, meals are included as per the cruise itinerary. Lunch and dinner on other days are not included unless specified.
Yes. You must notify us at least 7 days in advance for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or other special meal requirements.
Yes, all major excursions listed in the itinerary, including Northern Lights tours, Santa Claus Village, husky rides, snowmobile safari, sauna, and king crab safari, are included. Optional activities or personal shopping are extra.
No. The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and sightings depend on weather and solar activity.
The cruise is 5 nights/6 days along Norway’s Arctic coast with ports including:
Kirkenes → Vardø → Båtsfjord → Berlevåg → Mehamn → Kjøllefjord → Honningsvåg → Havøysund → Hammerfest → Øksfjord → Skjervøy → Tromsø → Finnsnes → Harstad → Risøyhamn → Sortland → Stokmarknes → Svolvær → Stamsund → Bodø → Ørnes → Nesna → Sandnessjøen → Brønnøysund → Rørvik → Trondheim → Kristiansund → Molde → Ålesund → Torvik → Måløy → Florø → Bergen.
Yes, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included during the cruise as per the cruise meal plan.
Yes, all transfers between airports, hotels, and cruise ports are included.
Travelers can arrive via Rovaniemi Airport (RVN). A hotel transfer will be provided upon arrival.
Payments can be made in USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD, AED, INR, HKD, SGD, or VND via SWIFT transfer. No cards are accepted.
This is a semi-private tour: private airport/hotel transfers, shared excursions on the cruise and selected activities.
Yes, itineraries, activity levels, and accommodations can be customized on request.
Warm winter clothing is essential: insulated jackets, thermal layers, gloves, hats, snow boots, and sunglasses. Cruise cabins and hotels provide basic amenities, but Arctic gear is highly recommended.
Some excursions like snowmobile safaris and husky rides provide thermal suits, boots, and gloves.
Snowmobile and husky rides may have minimum age requirements (usually 6–8 years) and certain health restrictions. King crab safari is suitable for all ages.
Travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellation, and Arctic activities is strongly recommended.
Yes. Additional nights can be arranged upon request.
It is recommended to book at least 4–6 weeks in advance due to limited Arctic cruise availability.
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The stays in the igloo and snow hotel were so unique, and the cruise showed us Norway’s beauty in such a relaxing way.