Take a magical summer adventure above the Arctic Circle to Northern Norway, the land of the midnight sun. Drive across the arctic scenery to the North Cape and continue on a cruise with Hurtigruten to reach Kongsfjord, a remote fishing village with only 35 inhabitants. Return to Alta via the Sami villages of Karasjok and Kautokeino.
Northern Norway is well known for the northern lights, for wild safaris and for the summer midnight sun. On this trip you will experience a true taste of the Arctic wilderness and the wildlife and nature that exists in beautiful landscape, as well getting closer to the ancient Sami culture and the people who live in the Arctic region all year round.
You will see some of the most magnificent scenery in the world, with picturesque Arctic towns and fishing villages along the way, and nature safaris where you will experience close contact with whales, arctic fish, and a wide variety of sea birds including white-tailed eagles, arctic ducks, nesting waders and exciting birds of prey.
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Places covered
7 Days
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| € 1,850 | (Prices are in Euros and exclude international flights) |
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All rates mentioned are an approximate price per person on a twin-sharing basis, and are based on a minimum of 2-5 adults travelling together. Rates are subject to change based on the number of passengers and the time of year. (Flights, visas, travel insurance, lunches & dinners, personal expenses not included. There may be some itinerary activities not included also – please ask). Inclusions : - Traditional ,Boutique or Heritage accommodation where possible or Quality accommodation (on a twin-sharing basis) in centrally located 4*Hotels . -Meals – breakfast in all destinations -Daily departures available on all rail tours - Local transport by rail / ship / coach as applicable -Guided sightseeing excursions as per the itinerary as applicable -First arrival and last departure transfers -Entrance and excursion costs as indicated Most Holidays are based on Independent Rail Tour mode of Travel . Holidays could be Customised to your requirements and you could choose to upgrade to Selfdrive or Exclusively Private basis starting from 4 and above we could offer you the whole tour with a Minivan or Coach for the entire period with a dedicated Norwegian guide for all sightseeing and excursions optionally . Just let us know your budget & interests and we will be happy to tailormake the trip for you . |
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Spring is from May to mid-June is when the scenery in Norway is at its most spectacular, with trees and flowers waking to life,snow in the mountains .Orchards of flowering fruit trees along the Hardangerfjord in May are images of paradise.
In Late June to Early August Norway experiences warm , bright long days with temperatures between 25 - 30°C .With the sea temperatures around 18 °C it’s a good time to swim . In Autumn the landscape is painted Golden making it a good time to to pick berries and mushrooms .You can experience the midnight sun in the Northern most part of the country above the Artic Circle .
In winter much of Norway is usually transformed into a snow-clad paradise and is the time to witness the amazing Northern Lights
Remember that the weather and temperatures can change quickly, especially in the mountains. So whether summer or winter, autumn or spring –and bring good footwear and warm clothes
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