Norway Fjords and Northern Lights – Norway Tour for Young Adults & Young Solo Travellers

Norway Fjords and Northern Lights Tours for Young Adults

The one that sets sail for the awe-inspiring Aurora Borealis

Experience Arctic adventures in a beautiful country steeped in rich culture. Expect fresh air, fairytale forests, fresh seafood, jaw-dropping fjords and enough natural beauty to take your breath away. Fly north from the chilled Norwegian capital all the way to the Arctic Circle to discover ancient Sami culture and adrenaline-rich activities. Then set sail aboard a Norwegian cruise and marvel as you float gently past mountains, valleys, glaciers and dramatic coastal landscapes in search of the Northern Lights. What could be more magical?

“70 percent join our trips solo”

“70% of our travellers join our trips solo, so you’ll travel with like-minded young people who want to make friends, experience new things and create lifelong memories. This is the best way to turn solo travel into the most social travel imaginable.” (Cited from the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults. For the latest info and eventual changes see here)

“Most popular youth travel company in the world”

Info by the very experienced and internationally popular operator of this tour for young adults (“Most popular youth travel company in the world”, Wikipedia): “Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, our trips are designed so you can share incredible experiences with young travellers just like you.”

Reviews by tour participants:

out of 5 stars ()* (all reviews and the latest rating available on the details page

Target age group:

18 to 35 (35 to 45 at “Reunion Trips“)

Trip duration and price:

8 days, 1 country from about $ 2382* (final prices – also in other currencies like British £ or € – available on the booking page)

Destinations:

Europe > Norway

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details page

Planned Itinerary:

Day 1: Oslo

Day 2: Oslo

Tromso

Day 3: Tromso

Day 4: Tromso

Day 5: Honningsvag

Day 6: Overnight Hurtigruten Cruise

Kirkenes

Day 7: Kirkenes

Oslo

Day 8: Oslo

Day 1: Start Oslo

Oslo
God dag! That’s good day in Norwegian and it’s definitely a good day for an Arctic adventure, as we meet our Manager and Contiki crew to say ‘Hei’ here in the Norwegian capital. Oslo is a riverside metropolis back-dropped by mountains and filled with easy-going culture.

Comfort Børsparken Oslo (or similar)Included ExperienceGet to know Oslo Take an orientation around the friendly Norwegian capital. Soak up the Viking and maritime legacy, see city highlights and discover where to get the best seafood.

Day 2: Oslo to Tromso

OsloBye Oslo! Today we’re taking a train to the airport and soaring over to Tromsø, our gateway to Arctic Circle.TromsoWe’ll start with an orientation tour of Tromso, and after that you’re free to sample the region’s nightlife. This is the world’s northernmost university town, and they truly do have the nightlife to match. Need to line your stomach while you’re here? This is your chance to sample local treats like grilled stockfish, reindeer sirloin, or even seagull eggs!

Comfort Express Tromso (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceExplore Tromso Located at nearly 70° north, Tromsø is famed as a viewing point for the legendary Northern Lights, but there are plenty of sights to behold down on earth too! The town is renowned for its centuries-old wooden houses, plus the 1965 Arctic Cathedral and its stained glass windows.

Day 3: TromsoMake Travel Matter®

Tromso
Even though the sun doesn’t rise, you’ll need to be ready to rise and shine for some Arctic action this morning. Glide through the Arctic fjords (on a super cool hybrid-electric boat). Panoramic views. Playful seals. And if you’re lucky, once-in-a-lifetime sightings of humpback whales! Yep. Norway is a feast for the eyes. There’s also a chance to immerse yourself in local culture with an optional MAKE TRAVEL MATTER™ Sámi Experience. Visit a Sámi camp, be welcomed into a lavvo-hut (Sámi tent) to warm up with a hot drink, get up close to the herd of reindeer at feeding time, and discover how the indigenous people of the Arctic live, with proceeds from the experience going back into the local community.

Comfort Express Tromso (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Make Travel Matter®Sámi (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)Feed the reindeers and a enjoy a traditional Sámi evening dinner, learning about Sámi culture and their beliefs from the Sámi Reindeer Herders
Additional costs apply

Embark on an Arctic Whale SafariJump on board this Whale watching trip and increase your chances of glimpsing these shy but majestic mammals. There’s nothing better than seeing these creatures in their natural surroundings, with minimum disturbance to marine life, on a hybrid-electric boat.
Additional costs apply

Day 4: Tromso to Overnight Cruise

TromsoWake up to fresh Arctic air and a free morning. For panoramic views of the city, we’ll ride the cable car up to Mount Storsteinen or, for the more adventurous, reach the top by climbing the 1200 stone steps of the Sherpa staircase. If you energetic this morning you could even try your hand at snowshoeing or snowmobiling for a true Arctic experience.
It’ll be hard to contain our excitement as we board the Hurtigruten ship in the late afternoon and set sail for the next couple of days, following the wild coastline towards Skjervøy in search of the beguiling Northern Lights. Dinner is up to you this evening but you’ll be able to choose from the onboard restaurants serving authentic produce, fresh from local communities.

Hurtigruten Overnight Cruise

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Included ExperienceGet great views of Tromsø on a cable car rideWatch the blue and white cityscape from a cable car up to Mount Storsteinen. Keep your cameras at the ready to capture the breathtaking view of the Tromsdalstinden mountain. Four minutes of pure Norwegian gorgeousness.

Day 5: Overnight Cruise via Honningsvag

HonningsvagAhoy! We hope the ship rocked you soundly to sleep. This morning we sail through the Magerøysund sound and after an early stop in Hammerfest, we arrive in Honningsvåg.
From here, you can join an excursion to the spectacular North Cape (subject to availability), the northernmost point of Europe, which is just 2000 km from the geographic North Pole. The ship continues northward along the coast of Lapland, passing by the Finnkjerka rock formation, the old sacrificial site of the Sami people. Don’t forget to look for the lights! While there’s no guarantee of seeing the elusive and mysterious Northern Lights we are definitely in the right place at the right time. The sky needs to be dark and clear of cloud and they will most likely show between 5pm and 2am, so grab yourself a coffee and keep your eyes peeled.

Hurtigruten Overnight Cruise

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 6: Overnight Cruise to Kirkenes

Overnight Hurtigruten CruiseThe last port on our voyage northward is Kirkenes. Located at 30°E, we’re now further east than Istanbul! The Russian border is close by, and all signs are written in both Norwegian and Russian.KirkenesHere in Kirkenes, you’ll have the unique opportunity to go fishing for King Crab in the North Sea. Afterwards, we’ll end our day in the town that brought us the very first snow hotel (made completely of snow and ice).

Scandic Kirkenes (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Dinner

Fish for King Crab in the North SeaTonight you’ll have the chance to catch your own dinner… and believe us when we say it’ll be fit for a king. That’s right, we’ll head out to the North Sea to fish for some of its true giants: King Crab.
Additional costs apply

Day 7: Kirkenes to Oslo

KirkenesBy now you should be completely chilled. But pull on your mittens and make the most of our last full day, with time to explore Kirkenes before we head to the airport. In the centre of town you’ll find the Russia monument and the Wartime Mothers monument, which were erected after the Second World War. Be sure to let the good times roll on this final night of our trip.OsloOslo is lively at night, fuelled by the fiery local spirit akevitt. Many Norwegians go out late after a vorspiel (pre-party), so hit the town after 10pm and live it up with the locals.

Comfort Børsparken Oslo (or similar)

Included Meals:

Breakfast

Day 8: Oslo

OsloIt’s cold outside but our hearts are full of warm and lasting memories as we say our goodbyes after breakfast. The Norwegians have an expression meaning ‘see you soon’ – ‘Sees!’

Included Meals:

Breakfast

You’ll find all details and eventual changes on the details & booking page

Some of the Highlights:

Included Experience
Get to know Oslo

Take an orientation around the friendly Norwegian capital. Soak up the Viking and maritime legacy, see city highlights and discover where to get the best seafood.

INCLUDED

Included Experience
Explore Tromso

Located at nearly 70° north, Tromsø is famed as a viewing point for the legendary Northern Lights, but there are plenty of sights to behold down on earth too! The town is renowned for its centuries-old wooden houses, plus the 1965 Arctic Cathedral and its stained glass windows.

INCLUDED

Make Travel Matter®
Sámi (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)

Feed the reindeers and a enjoy a traditional Sámi evening dinner, learning about Sámi culture and their beliefs from the Sámi Reindeer Herders

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Fish for King Crab in the North Sea

Tonight you’ll have the chance to catch your own dinner… and believe us when we say it’ll be fit for a king. That’s right, we’ll head out to the North Sea to fish for some of its true giants: King Crab.

ADDITIONAL COST APPLIED

Trip Highlights

The must do experiences that you can cross off your bucket list

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FAQs:

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Included Meals:

7 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner

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Team:

Expert Trip Manager + Local Guides

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Group Size:

Maximum 24 people

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Transfers:

Flight and Cruise

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More Details:

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(Partially) travel with a nice group or entirely travel solo?

By booking an organized Norway tour for young adults or other Europe trips for young people you can not only reduce planning hassle, but often also save money, as tour operators can buy accommodations, transportation, etc. in larger contingents in advance and thus get special conditions. You will also benefit from the experience of the tour operator, professional tour guides (whose stories you can enjoy…) and have the easy opportunity to meet nice fellow travelers when traveling in a group. Anyone who has traveled before will know that travel companions or other traveling acquaintances are one of the most essential factors for unforgettable experiences. In addition, you usually have enough individual freedom even with organized tours and you can, if the arrival and departure is not included, additionally extend your stay individually before or after the group tour with young adults. If you still prefer to organize your trip completely on your own and travel independently, then you’ll find all the practical tools you need to plan and book quickly & cheaply on our individual travel page.