Norway
Norway - Winter magic on Senja
Norway - Winter magic on Senja
Duration
6 days
Start/End
Tromsø
Tour type
Individual
Level
Simple
Accommodation
Hotel
Overview
From Tromsø, the gateway to the Arctic, a comfortable coach takes you along the Winter Arctic Route to the island of Senja. Three nights amid snowy landscapes set the scene for a snowshoe hike, a hunt for the Northern Lights and a boat trip along the Arctic coast.
Experience winter in Northern Norway! This trip takes you from Tromsø, the gateway to the Arctic, on the Winter Arctic Route in a comfortable coach to the fascinating island of Senja – an insider tip for nature lovers. Three nights amid snowy landscapes provide the perfect setting for unforgettable experiences: explore the silent winter world on a snowshoe hike, go in search of the spectacular northern lights and discover Senja's Arctic coast on an impressive boat trip. A journey full of contrasts, tranquillity and impressive natural wonders awaits you!
Tour Code
Tour language
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Day 1
Arrival in Tromsø
Hotel in Tromsø
Individual arrival in Tromsø. You make your own way into the city centre to your centrally located hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can use the rest of the day to explore the Arctic city.
Arrival in Tromsø
Day 1
Hotel in Tromsø
Individual arrival in Tromsø. You make your own way into the city centre to your centrally located hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can use the rest of the day to explore the Arctic city.
Day 2
Tromsø – Senja
Mefjord Brygge on Senja, full board
The morning in Tromsø is at your leisure. How about a visit to Polaria, the Magic Ice Bar or the Fjellheisen viewpoint? In the late afternoon, a comfortable coach takes you from the centre of Tromsø through the snowy landscape towards Senja. Later in the evening you reach your accommodation for the next 3 nights: Mefjord Brygge.
Tromsø – Senja
Day 2
Mefjord Brygge on Senja, full board
The morning in Tromsø is at your leisure. How about a visit to Polaria, the Magic Ice Bar or the Fjellheisen viewpoint? In the late afternoon, a comfortable coach takes you from the centre of Tromsø through the snowy landscape towards Senja. Later in the evening you reach your accommodation for the next 3 nights: Mefjord Brygge.
Days 3–4
Winter activities on Senja
Mefjord Brygge on Senja, full board
The coming days are all about impressive winter landscapes and unforgettable nature experiences. Three selected activities are already included for you: take an impressive boat trip along Senja's fjord coast, explore the snowy silence on a guided snowshoe hike and, in the evening, let the magical dance of the aurora enchant you on an exciting northern lights safari. Your physical well-being is also well taken care of: in the Mefjord Brygge restaurant you enjoy delicious meals with a regional flair every day. And if you're looking for some relaxation in between, you can look forward to the soothing warmth of the in-house sauna – its use is already included. If you want even more adventure, you also have the option of booking an exciting husky safari (price: from € 285 per person).
Winter activities on Senja
Days 3–4
Mefjord Brygge on Senja, full board
The coming days are all about impressive winter landscapes and unforgettable nature experiences. Three selected activities are already included for you: take an impressive boat trip along Senja's fjord coast, explore the snowy silence on a guided snowshoe hike and, in the evening, let the magical dance of the aurora enchant you on an exciting northern lights safari. Your physical well-being is also well taken care of: in the Mefjord Brygge restaurant you enjoy delicious meals with a regional flair every day. And if you're looking for some relaxation in between, you can look forward to the soothing warmth of the in-house sauna – its use is already included. If you want even more adventure, you also have the option of booking an exciting husky safari (price: from € 285 per person).
Day 5
Senja – Tromsø
Hotel in Tromsø
Early in the morning you are picked up directly at your hotel and begin the return journey across the wintry island of Senja to Finnsnes. There you change buses before continuing comfortably towards Tromsø. Around midday you reach the city of the northern lights again and check in at your booked hotel for the last night. The afternoon is at your leisure – perfect for exploring Tromsø further on your own or strolling leisurely through its little streets.
Senja – Tromsø
Day 5
Hotel in Tromsø
Early in the morning you are picked up directly at your hotel and begin the return journey across the wintry island of Senja to Finnsnes. There you change buses before continuing comfortably towards Tromsø. Around midday you reach the city of the northern lights again and check in at your booked hotel for the last night. The afternoon is at your leisure – perfect for exploring Tromsø further on your own or strolling leisurely through its little streets.
Day 6
Departure from Tromsø
After a last hearty breakfast, you make your own way back to the airport. With many winter memories, you fly back home.
INFO: THE ARCTIC ROUTE
The Winter Arctic Route is the ideal way to discover Northern Norway and Finnish Lapland in a relaxed, sustainable and individual way – without a rental car or domestic flights. Between early December and the end of March, modern coaches connect numerous towns, regions and hotels. Thanks to the practical hop-on/hop-off principle, you can plan your personal route flexibly – perfect for anyone who wants to combine several highlights of northern Scandinavia. Whether as a transfer to your accommodation, as a connecting leg between two places or as a building block for a complete round trip – we are happy to put together a tailor-made travel package for you.
THE ROUTES Tromsø, the "gateway to the Arctic", is one of the central hubs of the Winter Arctic Route. From here there are daily bus connections in various directions:
- Towards Narvik, a town that is also popular for skiing, among other things. - New this season: to the island of Senja with its dramatic landscapes. - To Storslett and on to Skjervøy, known for spectacular whale watching. - Into the Lyngen Alps, which fascinate with a breathtaking mountain landscape. - Across the border to Finnish Lapland, with stops at popular winter destinations such as Kilpisjärvi, Muonio, Levi, Kittilä and all the way down to Rovaniemi, the official home of Santa Claus.
Departure from Tromsø
Day 6
After a last hearty breakfast, you make your own way back to the airport. With many winter memories, you fly back home.
INFO: THE ARCTIC ROUTE
The Winter Arctic Route is the ideal way to discover Northern Norway and Finnish Lapland in a relaxed, sustainable and individual way – without a rental car or domestic flights. Between early December and the end of March, modern coaches connect numerous towns, regions and hotels. Thanks to the practical hop-on/hop-off principle, you can plan your personal route flexibly – perfect for anyone who wants to combine several highlights of northern Scandinavia. Whether as a transfer to your accommodation, as a connecting leg between two places or as a building block for a complete round trip – we are happy to put together a tailor-made travel package for you.
THE ROUTES Tromsø, the "gateway to the Arctic", is one of the central hubs of the Winter Arctic Route. From here there are daily bus connections in various directions:
- Towards Narvik, a town that is also popular for skiing, among other things. - New this season: to the island of Senja with its dramatic landscapes. - To Storslett and on to Skjervøy, known for spectacular whale watching. - Into the Lyngen Alps, which fascinate with a breathtaking mountain landscape. - Across the border to Finnish Lapland, with stops at popular winter destinations such as Kilpisjärvi, Muonio, Levi, Kittilä and all the way down to Rovaniemi, the official home of Santa Claus.
Price from
€1,870.00
Services
What's included
2 nights in Tromsø in a centrally located hotel in a room with shower/WC
2x breakfast
3 nights at Mefjord Brygge on Senja
full board on Senja
3 winter activities on Senja: Arctic boat trip, northern lights safari, snowshoe hiking
transfers from/to Tromsø with the Arctic Route
pocket travel guide of your choice
What's not included
Individual travel to and from the destination (we are happy to put together a suitable offer)
Travel insurance (we are happy to put together an individual offer)
personal equipment
Visa and vaccinations, if required
Trinkgeld
optional excursions and entrance fees
transfers not listed
Character of the trip
Fitness
Simple
Altitude
Low
Culture / nature
Pure nature
This winter trip is suitable for anyone who wants to experience the North in the cold season. No special fitness is required for the activities. However, you should definitely bring warm clothing in layers, a hat, gloves and sturdy winter boots.
Dates and prices
Individual dates
Notes on the trip
Notes
Changes to the itinerary are reserved. In general, this trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. In individual cases, we are happy to check whether we can still make your travel wishes come true. Just talk to us.