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10 Days
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Starts in
Helsinki (Finland)
Ends in
Oslo (Norway)
Available Tour Start Dates
MAR 24, 2026 to MAR 21, 2028 These are the tour start dates for instances of this tour that were available the last time Insight Vacations sent us such information. There may be other departures for this tour that are not available (i.e. sold out or cancelled).
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Language
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Includes $665.00 of included costs
• $315: Intra Tour Air Helsinki to Ivalo
• $60: Intra Tour Air Tax Helsinki to Ivalo
• $246: Intra Tour Air Tromso to Oslo
• $44: Intra Tour Air Tax Tromso to Oslo
Overview
See the Northern Lights from Scandinavia's breathtaking mountaintops on this 10-day tour of Helsinki, Alta and Oslo. Journey through Finnish Lapland—250 km above the Arctic Circle to Ivalo, the Gateway to the North. From the comfort of your cozy cabin in Aurora Village, gaze out through the glass roof as the lights of the aurora borealis dance above. Cross the Finnish-Norwegian border to North Cape and sample caviar in Europe’s northernmost point, before a once-in-a-lifetime visit to a working husky farm. Here you will meet the Arctic dog-sled racing Alta huskies—a world-famous champion dog sledding team, before stopping in Tromsø, where the Indigenous Sámi community invites you to help feed their reindeer herd. The vacation draws to a close on the scenic, once-Viking, shores of the Oslofjord.
Visited During Tour
Alta (Norway) | Helsinki (Finland) | Honningsvag (Norway) | Ivalo (Finland) | Oslo (Norway) | Tromso (Norway)
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TuesdayMar 24, 2026
ThursdayApr 2, 2026
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$6,056.96
Includes $665.00 of included costs
• $315: Intra Tour Air Helsinki to Ivalo
• $60: Intra Tour Air Tax Helsinki to Ivalo
• $246: Intra Tour Air Tromso to Oslo
• $44: Intra Tour Air Tax Tromso to Oslo
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(Departure #20260324)
Tour Itinerary
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Welcome to Helsinki, with its excellent museums and pretty seaside buildings. This beautiful city is set to be your home for the night. Our stay begins at the grand Home Hotel Jugend. Decorated in a distinctive Art Nouveau style, this charming four-star hotel is the ideal place to sit backand relax before your Scandinavian adventure begins. Meet your Travel Director for a drink and mingle with your fellow traveling companions.
Accommodations:Home Hotel Jugend, Helsinki
Day 2
The gateway to Lapland
Today you’ll take a flight to Ivalo, a small yet important center in Finnish Lapland, 250km above the Arctic Circle. The Gateway to the North, Ivalo is set on the Ivalo River, where the first Lapland Goldrush took place in the 19th century. You’ll enjoy a dinner at your boutique hotel, Aurora Village, famed for its cabins with a glass roof, offering sweeping views of the night sky. Look out for the dancing northern lights, as you gaze through the glass ceiling from the comfort of your room. Please note that the northern lights are a natural phenomenon and therefore sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Aurora Village, Ivalo
Day 3
Ivalo to Honningsvåg
Today you’ll be heading further north through the winter Lapland landscape. Cross the Finnish–Norwegian border as you make your way to Honningsvåg, the northernmost and smallest city in Norway. Your drive will take you along the mighty Porsangerfjord, the fourth largest fjord in Norway. You will take the subsea Nordkapp Tunnel to the island of Magerøya, to reach your hotel in this small fishing community. Explore the quaint city by taking a stroll along the waterfront before retiring to your hotel and enjoying a delicious dinner.
Enjoy a leisurely day to discover more of Honningsvåg. Take a walk to the 19th century church that survived the destruction of World War 2, a true rarity in Northern Norway. Perhaps take an Optional Experience to learn about king crabs and enjoy a fresh, sea-to-table lunch of this delicacy. Take your chance to visit the northernmost point of Europe, the famous North Cape and sip on bubbles and delight in exquisite caviar with your fellow travelers (weather permitting).
Today’s journey will take you along an ever changing landscape from barren lands through highlands to the shores of the Altafjord. It was in Alta where the world’s first northern lights observatory was built at the end of the 19th century. With increasing tourism the city is going through quick development offering a wide range of activities. Start your adventures with a visit to one of the first ice hotels in the world and enjoy a chilled beverage with your fellow travelers. Your comfortable hotel is located next to the modern and iconic Northern Lights Cathedral in the heart of the city.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Scandic Alta
Day 6
Alaskan Huskies in Alta Relaxed Start
You’ll enjoy a leisurely day in Alta to continue with your activities. Maybe you’ll choose to visit the UNESCO World Heritage listed Alta Museum famous for its prehistoric rock carvings. Later, you’ll visit a working husky farm and get to know the Lyrek family and champion sled dogs. Learn about the Alaskan huskies and the challenges they face competing in the marathon long Arctic dog sled races. Indulge in a delectable oven-baked lunch before meeting the dogs themselves.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Lunch
Accommodations:Scandic Alta
Day 7
Norway’s gateway to the Arctic
Today you’ll head to Tromsø, northern Norway’s largest city, located on the island of Tromsøya. You’ll be surrounded by snowcapped mountains and ethereal water views.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Accommodations:Moxy Tromso
Day 8
Delve into Scandinavian history Relaxed Start
Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you meet members of the Indigenous Sámi community of Scandinavia. Delve into the history of Arctic Norway and join a Sámi guide for an immersive journey through their camp, with an invitation to help feed their reindeer herd. You are invited into a lavuu (a traditional Sámi tent) to hear stories of Sámi life and folk songs around the fire, after enjoying a traditional meal with hot drinks.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Moxy Tromso
Day 9
A merry finale in Oslo
In the morning, take a flight from Tromsø to Oslo, a modern city located on the shores of the Oslofjord. Surrounded by forested mountains, city dwellers and visitors alike have easy access to nature all year round. On your orientation see the Oslo Opera House and the new Deichman Library in the contemporary Bjørvika district. Join your fellow travelers at a local restaurant to make a toast to newfound friends and a wonderful journey, over a Celebration Dinner with wine.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Dinner
Accommodations:Radisson Blu Scandinavia, Oslo
Day 10
Farewell Oslo
It’s time to say farewell to your fellow travelers. Your trip ends after breakfast.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
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Travelers Notes
*NOTE: This Trip falls under LEVEL 2. Please refer to the below invoice notes section in order to review the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations fees policies.*ARRIVAL: Complimentary arrival transfers depart Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) at 10:00am, 2:00pm, and 4:00pm on the first day of the tour. Guests should arrive at least 2 hours before the last transfer time. Please be aware when booking your flights.*DEPARTURE: Complimentary departure transfers arrive at Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) on the last day of the tour at 7:15am and 10:15am.*NOTE: Chargeable Transfers available in Helsinki and Oslo. Guests who have booked their extra hotel nights with Insight Vacations, or whose flight times do not coincide with the shuttle coach timings may purchase a chargeable transfer. Guests booking independent hotel nights will need to make their own transfer arrangements.*NORTHERN LIGHTS: Please note that the Northern Lights are a natural occurrence and cannot be guaranteed.* IMPORTANT: Coach services may occasionally vary in seating capacity and onboard features, which can result in standard legroom or limited amenities.*NOTE: For Helsinki and the sightseeing in Oslo, standard local coaches without the extra legroom may be used. Otherwise, the coach is an Insight Vacations 40-seater coach with extra legroom & Wi-Fi but note there may be an issue with the toilet being frozen in -20 degrees so we cannot guarantee that these will be available to use.* INTERNAL FLIGHTS: A single bag is allowed with dimensions not exceeding 35.4"x29.5"x17.7" (90x75x45cm) and weight not exceeding 50lbs. (23kg). Carry-on/hand luggage is restricted to one carry-on piece per person, not exceeding 21.6"x15.7"x9" (55x40x23cm) with a weight limit of 17lbs. (8kg) and one small personal item per person, not exceeding 15"x11.8"x5.9" (40x30x15cm) with a weight limit of 17lbs. (8kg).* PORTERAGE: Please note porterage will not be provided at the Moxy Bergen and will only be provided at check-out at the Glo Art Hotel Helsinki.* UNITED KINGDOM: Traveling or transiting through the UK & Northern Ireland after January 8, 2025? A new Electronic Travel Authorization ETA is required for entry and transit, if you need to go through border control. For more details & to apply for the ETA visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta.
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