Norway Northern Lights Snow Adventure
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere & Casual Hotels
Norway Northern Lights Snow Adventure
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere & Casual Hotels
2027: Feb-Mar
Arctic Wonders from Tromsø to Alta
Experience Norway’s extraordinary winter wonderland—snowshoe through Arctic wilderness, connect with Sámi culture, race huskies across frozen valleys and unwind in beautifully situated lodges beneath the northern skies.
Highlights
- Journey through the dramatic Lyngen Alps and across fjords on your way to the remote Reisa Valley
- Snowshoe in pristine Reisa National Park and visit one of the region’s tallest waterfalls, Sarafossen
- Learn about Indigenous Sámi traditions and hear the soulful sounds of a joik song
- Ride snowmobiles through vast Arctic landscapes and try your hand at cross-country skiing
- Relax in an inviting wilderness lodge featuring open-air hot tubs, traditional saunas and riverside dining
Start Tromsø
End Alta
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Snowshoe among snow-laden pines in the peaceful Kvaennes area and explore Halti, a cultural center dedicated to Sámi heritage • Venture into Reisa National Park for a memorable trek through pristine wilderness • Drink in the Arctic stillness of frozen waterfalls and snowy mountain vistas • Settle into Reisa Lodge, a rustic mountain lodge surrounded by forest.
Nights 1-2
Deep within the Arctic Circle, this intimate mountain lodge offers comfortable accommodations and wondrous views of the Reisa River and surrounding mountains.
Days 3-6
Embark on an exhilarating snowmobile adventure through pristine Arctic valleys, gliding over frozen rivers • Snowshoe through tranquil forests to a traditional gapahuk shelter • Meet Sámi reindeer herders and gain insight into their connection to the land • Visit the extraordinary Igloo Hotel, with its intricate ice sculptures and carvings • Learn the art of cross-country skiing from local experts on gentle Arctic trails • Discover the thrill of dogsledding through wide-open snowfields • Rejuvenate with a traditional sauna and ice bath experience • At night, watch for the northern lights to dance above the Alta River.
Nights 3-5
Admire the vast arctic skies through floor-to-ceiling windows at this tranquil hideaway on the Alta River. (spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
The historic hotels on this trip offer proximity to our favorite hikes and fantastic views. Guest rooms are clean and comfortable but simpler and smaller than the typical Backroads standard. Also, due to the remote locations of our properties, dinners on this trip tend to be either buffet-style or a set or limited-choice menu. Dietary restrictions can be honored, but options for special dietary requests are limited.
Our journey through the Arctic region is a magical adventure full of the planet’s most remarkable natural treasures. Northern lights are an incredible natural phenomenon and as such, are unpredictable. The probability of sightings are affected by weather, the phase of the moon and many other factors, so sightings are not guaranteed (our experience has been 50/50).
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
*Casual Hotel
Deep within the Arctic Circle, this intimate mountain lodge offers comfortable accommodations and wondrous views of the Reisa River and surrounding mountains.
Nights 3-5
Premiere Hotel
Admire the vast arctic skies through floor-to-ceiling windows at this tranquil hideaway on the Alta River. (spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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