What to do and see in Tromso, Northern Norway: The Best Tours

Meet your guide and driver hosts for 4 hours sightseeing around Tromsø Island. Learn about Tromsø's intruiging history and culture, visit Tromsø Museum, and stop at different view points including Fjellheisen cable car 421m above sea level for breath-taking panoramic views of Tromsø and its surroundings. After building up your appetite, have a tasty soup at our favourite cafe located in the oldes part of Tromsø.

Inclusions: Lunch, Professional photographer guide, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Drinks

Take in the magnificent Arctic scenery of Northern Norway Join us on a roundtrip tour around the picturesque island of Kvaløya (Whale Island) in a minibus. Take in the fresh, clean air and the breath-taking views of the mountains and fjords and capture the beauty through your camera lens. Leave the city behind and head into the wilderness onto Norway’s fifth largest island. See how locals live and keep your eyes open for typical Arctic fauna including eagles, sea otters, seals, foxes, elk and reindeer. Stop at local cafes and shops to see and buy authentic Arctic products including locally produced food. Make sure to wrap up warm as we will make several photo stops to admire the views of the mountains and fjords. Have lunch at Sommarøy, where you can see stunning white sandy beaches.

Inclusions: Sightseeing tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned Mercedes Sprinter, Live commentary on board, Portrait and Digital pictures within 24h, Premium hot chocolate, tea and coffee, Lunch

Exclusions: Extra drinks during lunch

Ice Fishing on the fjord, starts at the pick-up point in Tromsø. From there we will drive you to the spot and walk down to the frozen sea. On this trip you will get a unique opportunity to catch your own fish. After the fishing trip we will drive to the basecamp and prepare the Fish in Norwegian style. If we catch any fish you will learn how to prepare and cook it. There will be told local stories and you can relax in the middle of the arctic wilderness. . When you have learned about our local history and are well rested, we will drive you back to the pick-up point i Tromsø.

Inclusions: We will provide you with warm outerwear, fishing equipment and a backpack with a light drink and snacks.

Exclusions: Guests must bring their own warm mittens, cap and, wintershoes and underwear.

Welcome, Greenlander welcomes you on the most adventurous Northern Lights chase in the Northern Norway. You will be guided by a pro photographer (see proof from our Instagram or Facebook page,) who will safely take you around the perimeter on a 4wheel drive vehicle, either a Land Rover Defender (adventurous) or a Mercedes Benz minivan (comfortable.) Please let us know, if you prefer one over another. The tour consists hotel pickup, home made soup, hot drinks, tripods, thermal suit, boots, campfire(if conditions allow,) Aurora portraits and so much more. Greenlander has a reputation of not giving up and therefore having one of the highest success rates in the business, around 95%-98% chance of catching the elusive Northern Lights. Please consider, the weather can be harsh and sometimes we have to chase for hours, before we can even see first stars. This tour might not suit for elder participants. For much more information: https://www.greenlander.no/tours/northern-lights/

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Local taxes, Beverages, Dinner, Light refreshments, Snacks, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Professional photographer guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Your own camera and spare batteries for it

This may be the beginning of a dream come true. Look no further, or read on if you are unsure! As some of the most experienced guides, we analyse weather predictions prior to every tour, and have close contact with a network of guides for the highest chances to see the Northern Lights. Our custom built 4x4 tour van, is fully equipped with everything we may need in the arctic, allowing us to discover remote scenery, reaching the more calm and peaceful places. As a small group of no more than 8 people, we pick you up at a central location, allowing us more time for finding, and seeing the Aurora earlier! With no two nights the same, our enthusiasm and dedication never fades. Upon reaching suitable skies, we will set up camp for the evening. Most of the time this is a shorter drive to the surrounding coastal islands of Tromsø, or if needed a longer drive into Finland. For more info visit our website!

Inclusions: Extra Small Group, up to 8 guests, New Comfortable Custom Built 4x4 tour van, Organic Homemade Vegan friendly Soup w. Bread, Cookies, Hot Beverages, Quality Tripods & Headlamps, Aurora portrait, Instructions on how to photograph the Aurora, Professional Photos from the Tour, Campfire, Thermal Suits, Hand & Foot warmers, Drop off at your Hotel/Accommodation on Tromsø Island

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You will be driving your own sled and team of dogs in pairs, an experienced guide will lead your tour on the trail (group size is 16 guests maximum) - Drive your own team of huskies, in pairs you will share control of a dog sled and team of 5-7 Alaskan Huskies - Training is provided on how to control your sled and an experienced guide will lead your tour on the trail - 90 minutes of dog sledding in the Arctic wilderness - Afterwards, enjoy Hege’s famous homemade chocolate cake and a warm drink in the Lavvu - All necessary equipment to keep you safe and warm is provided. Minimum age 7 years Join us for the experience of a lifetime, mushing your own team of dogs across the Arctic wilderness. Meet our kennel of over 120 beautiful Alaskan Huskies. These are the running dogs of the Arctic, born and bred with a passion to pull. You will have plenty of opportunities to swap between driver and passenger throughout the trip, as well as a chance to cuddle the dogs once back at the kennel.

Inclusions: Arctic thermal suits, warm snow boots, Coffee and/or Tea, Chocolate cake

Exclusions: Don't forget your camera!

When visiting Tromsø, exploring Kvaløya is a must do! An island packed with raw landscapes, endless mountains, arctic beaches, to breathtaking fjords, and (frozen) lakes. Enjoy the ever changing landscapes, and be sure to look out for roaming wildlife. We have the possibilities to spot soaring sea eagles, native reindeers, and the elusive moose. There will be several scenic stops along the way, perfect for photo moments, which we will share with you after the trip. Upon reaching the archipelago islands, we will enjoy an organic homemade light picnic, and a warm drink. As we continue through the mountain valley, passing quaint fishing villages, and making a final stop at one of the most dramatic fjords on the island. Let us share our favourite places with you, sit back, relax, and breathe in the calmness and quietness of life in the Arctic. This tour will run in any weather; rain, wind, and snow are part of an authentic Norwegian experience. For more info visit our website!

Inclusions: Extra Small Group, up to 8 guests, New Comfortable Custom Built 4x4 tour van, Organic Vegan friendly Sandwich & Cookies, Hot Beverages, Professional Photos from the Tour, Drop off at your Hotel/Accommodation on Tromsø Island

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Arctic Landscapes is a road-trip in the coastal area of Tromsø. On this tour you'll discover places with breath-taking sceneries, you'll have a chance to take the best photos and get to enjoy home-made food on a picnic in the Arctic. Come and join a ride in the countryside of Tromsø with us!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Vegetarian/Vegan option available, Souvenir photos (by email after the tour), Hotel drop-off

Exclusions: Hotel pickup

Go in search of the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis), in the countryside around Tromsø, away from the lights of the city. Experience Norway's Arctic wilderness, and visit some of the best locations with a guide, who strives to make sure you have the experience of a lifetime. Tour is usually limited to small group to ensure an intimate and cozy experience for everyone. The group size may be 15 people or less.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Vegetarian/Vegan option available, please specify in your booking if this applies to you., Souvenir photos (websize resolution sent by email after the tour and highest resolution available for purchase), Pick up at the front of the Scandic Ishavhotel, Fredrik Langes gate 2, 9008 Troms, Hotel drop-off on Tromsø island only, Thermal suits, boots hats and mittens. Please provide us with European shoe sizes (36-48) and thermal suit size (Unisex XS-XXL) in your booking notes, The activity will be in English

Exclusions: Hotel pickup

The reindeer and the Sami have been living and working on this land for centuries and they have only recently invited guests to be part of their daily life. You will visit their camp and have a chance to feed the herd of around 300 wild reindeer who will swarm all around and some will even eat from your hands. You will then be invited for hot drinks around the fire inside a warm candlelit gamme (Traditional Sami Hut) where lunch, bidos, cooked over the open fire will be served (a traditional Sami stew which is often served at Sami weddings and other special occasions). After lunch you will be invited into a lavvu (Sami tent) and gather around the fire to listen to stories about Sami culture and how it is to be a reindeer herder. The Sami guide will also perform a joik (traditional Sami song) for the guests.

Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off at designated meeting points, Transportation to camp, Guide, Snacks, Coffee and/or Tea, Lunch, Use of warm overalls

Exclusions: Anything not covered in Inclusions