Follow the Northern Lights – Finland to Norway

Helsinki - Rovaniemi - Honningsvåg - Oslo

Escorted land & sea tour with Flåm Railway, glass igloo & husky safari

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A 15-day winter journey from Helsinki to Oslo in search of the aurora

Travel north by rail through Finland’s Arctic wilderness, visiting the Santa Claus Village and staying in scenic Nordic lodges. Then board our Coastal Express voyage from Kirkenes to Bergen, before journeying by train through Norway’s snow-covered landscapes to Oslo. 

  • Escorted winter journey through the Nordics

    Explore by train and ship, with stays in handpicked hotels and comfortable cabins

  • Complete tour package with unforgettable winter activities

    Enjoy a magical overnight in a Finnish glass igloo, as well as husky and reindeer safaris

  • Scenic rail journey through Finland’s Arctic wilderness

    Visit the ‘home of Santa Claus’ and enjoy overnight stays in breathtaking Arctic settings

  • Experience Norway in a Nutshell

    Journey on the iconic Flåm Railway and enjoy a cruise on the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord

  • Sail from Kirkenes to Bergen beneath the aurora

    Discover remote fjords, mountains and fishing villages on our iconic Coastal Express voyage

Price from

$5,240

pp

Full board (breakfast, lunch, & dinner)

Lowest rate - Sailing November 2026

Revised NLP Logo 2024 Green Wave

If the aurora doesn't occur within sight of the ship on your 11+ day voyage, enjoy a free 6- or 7-day trip. Offer valid for departures from Sep 20 to Mar 31.

The route

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Optional excursions and extensions(13)

Choose these and many more when booking your voyage online, or take your time to decide and add them later in MyBooking.

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What's included

On board, you'll enjoy outstanding food, facilities and hospitality, so you can concentrate on simply enjoying the beauty of Norway.

Accommodation on land & at sea

8 nights in 4-star hotels & 5 nights aboard a Hurtigruten ship

Meals

Full-board dining during your cruise, plus some meals on land

Scenic coach travel

First-class touring coach from Rovaniemi to Kirkenes

City tours

Guided walking tours in Helsinki, Oslo & Bergen

Norway in a Nutshell

Ride the spectacular Flåm Railway & cruise the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord

Expert tour manager

English-speaking guide with you throughout the journey

Arctic safaris

Embark on a reindeer safari & husky safari

Entrance to the Santa Claus Village

Visit the home of Santa in Rovaniemi

Entrance to the SIIDA Museum

Visit this newly renovated museum in Inari, dedicated to Sámi culture

Stay at the Snowhotel Kirkenes

Includes a welcome drink & dinner at the farmhouse restaurant, Låven

Our ships sailing this route(4)

Different ships sail this route depending on your departure date – but you’ll stay on the same ship for the whole voyage.

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MS Polarlys sailing past the statue of Fiskerkona as it enters the port of Svolvær
MS Richard With arriving in the port of Finnsnes
MS Kong Harald sailing quietly along the Norwegian coast
MS Nordkapp sailing on a summer’s day along the Norwegian coast

Special Offers(2)