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Northern Lights

Northern Lights, a rail journey with Ffestiniog Travel

A captivating tour of an ancient and enigmatic land where the wonders of nature and breathtaking scenery compliment centuries of culture and tradition.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Oslo

    London to Oslo

    Fly from London to Oslo where we stay for 2 nights.

  2. Day 2overnight: Oslo

    At leisure in Oslo

    Today is free to either relax or explore Norway’s capital and largest city, known for its green spaces and museums.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Trondheim

    Heading North to Trondheim

    Departing early morning, we take our first scenic rail journey through the Gudbrandsdal Valley, crossing the Dovrefjell mountain plateau to Trondheim for an overnight stay. The main building in this historic town is the Nidaros Cathedral.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Bodø

    Across the Arctic Circle

    As our journey by rail continues north, the scenery changes from fjords to mountain passes. We experience crossing the Arctic Circle late afternoon then drop down to the coastal port of Bodø.

  5. Day 5overnight: Svolvær

    Ferry to the Lofoten Islands

    Morning at leisure before setting sail to Svolvær, capital of the Lofoten Islands, with an evening arrival. Dinner is included on board the ferry.

  6. Day 6overnight: Overnight ferry to Tromsø

    Discover Lofoten & Henningsvaer

    Full day coach excursion around the Lofoten Islands. Lunch is included at the Lofotr Viking Museum, then on to Henningsvær, referred to as the Venice of the North. Dinner is included at a nearby restaurant prior to an overnight ferry sailing to Tromsø.

  7. Day 7overnight: Tromsø

    Tromsø

    Tromsø, surrounded by fjords and forests, is our next fascinating insight into Norwegian culture. Our mid-afternoon arrival allows time to explore the city and its museums such as the Polar Museum.

  8. Day 8railovernight: Narvik

    By Road to Narvik

    This morning our tour continues by road to Narvik, with lunch included en route. Narvik has a vital role as the terminus of the iron ore rail route from Sweden.

  9. Day 9railovernight: Kiruna

    Train to Kiruna

    After breakfast we depart by train for Kiruna on the Ofoten Railway, winding through vivid and scenic landscapes. Our final excursion is to the Jukkasjärvi Ice Hotel, where a farewell dinner and guided tour has been arranged.

  10. Day 10

    Return to London

    After breakfast we transfer to the airport for our flight to London, via Stockholm.

Included

  • Return flights in Economy Class by scheduled airline
  • Standard Class rail travel as specified
  • Private transfer by road from Tromsø to Narvik
  • Ferry Bodø to Svolvær
  • Standard Cabin accommodation onboard ferry Svolvær to Tromsø
  • Accommodation in good quality hotels on a bed and breakfast basis
  • Excursions as detailed
  • 2 dinners and 2 lunches as specified
  • All transfers as stated
  • Local taxes/fees
  • Services of a tour leader from London and throughout the tour

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