Aurora borealis and Arctic Train

DAY 1: TROMSØ

Flight or train to Tromsø on request.

Individual arrival in Tromsø. Free transfer between the airport and Tromsø. Check-in at your hotel.

The Norwegian city of Tromsø, also known as the “Little Paris of the North”, lies 350 km from the Arctic Circle. It is Northern Norway's largest urban center. Historically, the city has been the starting point for countless polar expeditions. It's a must-see destination for those wishing to discover the aurora borealis.
Overnight at Clarion Hotel With. (B, D)

DAY 2: TROMSØ (Hurtigruten cruise)

Discover Tromsø at your own pace. You can visit the Polar Museum, which reveals the history of numerous polar expeditions and explains life in the region in past centuries. You can also visit the Tromsø Museum to learn more about the Far North, its flora and fauna, climate issues and the Northern Lights.

If the sky is clear, take the Fjellheisen funicular for a magnificent view of the region.

Optional activities (prices subject to conditions):
Before boarding, we offer you a choice of several excursions, with dinner included.
- Dog sledding
- Snowmobiling
- Visit to a reindeer farm

Around 11 pm: board a Hurtigruten ship.
You leave on an 18-hour cruise to the Lofoten Islands.
Overnight on board Hurtigruten (B).

DAY 3: TROMSØ - VESTERÅLEN AND LOFOTEN ISLANDS - SVOLVÆR (Hurtigruten cruise)

On your Hurtigruten cruise, you'll pass through the magnificent Vesterålen and Lofoten islands. Weather permitting, the ship will sail on the epic Trollfjord, a two-kilometer-long arm of the sea and a true pearl of the region. Awe-inspiring scenery and incredible panoramas await you as you cruise to the heart of the Lofoten Islands, to Svolvær.
Overnight at the Scandic Hotel***. (B)

DAY 4: SVOLVÆR - LOFOTEN ISLANDS (Sea Eagle Safari) - SVOLVÆR

Today you'll set off on an incredible journey on the waters of the Lofoten Islands. You'll have the chance to observe sea eagles and witness the unforgettable spectacle of these majestic birds fishing just a few meters from your boat. At the same time, you'll admire the beautiful maritime and mountain scenery of the surrounding area.
Overnight at the Scandic Hotel***. (B)

DAY 5: SVOLVÆR - NARVIK

Bus journey from Svolvær to Narvik. Arrival in Narvik.

At first glance, this medium-sized Norwegian town may seem a little sleepy. Set in the heart of majestic mountains bordering the ocean, Narvik has a friendly, peaceful atmosphere. On your first visit to this town, discover the must-see Narvik War Museum. You'll learn more about the town's role during the war, and gain a better understanding of Narvik's unique location as a point of connection between east and west throughout history.

Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays: you can take the funicular to enjoy the magnificent panorama of the fjord.
Overnight at the Scandic Hotel***. (B)

DAY 6: NARVIK - SWEDISH MOUNTAINS - ABISKO (Arctic Train)

Your Norwegian train journey begins today ! The Arctic Train heads for the Swedish mountains to Abisko, a magnificent national park created in 1909. Located at the northernmost tip of Sweden and the Arctic Circle, it was founded to “preserve an area of Nordic nature in its original state and as a reminder for scientific research”. This is one of the reasons why the Abisko scientific research station was built in its vicinity.
Overnight at the STF hotel (B, D)

DAY 7: ABISKO NATIONAL PARK

Day at leisure. Explore nature around the hotel or visit the exhibition in the adjacent museum. You can also go hiking to discover the nature reserve (if there's snow, you can rent skis or snowshoes).

In the evening, try your hand at watching the aurora borealis from your accommodation.
Overnight at the STF hotel** in Abisko (B, D).

DAY 8: ABISKO - KIRUNA - STOCKHOLM (Train)

Departure to Kiruna by train (1h journey), an Arctic town and kingdom of the Aurora Borealis.
Leave your luggage at the station luggage locker. Free day in this town, a jewel of Swedish Lapland.
In the early evening, departure of your overnight train to the Swedish capital.

Overnight on board the train in a sleeper cabin (B).

DAY 9: STOCKHOLM

Early arrival. You can leave your luggage at the hotel reception.
The hotel is close to the Central Station, the City Hall, the Royal Castle, the Old Town (Gamla Stan) and the harbor, from where a noria of boats leaves for the islands of the archipelago of this “Venice of the North”.

Free time to explore the city.
Night in hotel.

DAY 10: STOCKHOLM

Free time according to your flight schedule (B)

Additional night, return flight or train from Stockholm on request.

TRAINS ON YOUR NORWAY SWEDEN AURORA BOREALIS TOUR

On this tour, you'll take a tourist train and a regular train:

• Boat (Hurtigruten cruise, 18h)
  Tromsø > Vesterålen Islands
  Lofoten > Svolvær

• Bus
  Svolvær > Narvik (4h)

• Arctic Train
  Narvik > Abisko (1h30)

• Regular train
  Abisko > Kiruna (1h)

• Regular night train
  Kiruna > Stockholm (15h40)

Departures:
October - March

Double room 3*: from €1,780 per person
Single room supplement: from €690 per person

Departure city: Tromsø (other cities available upon request)
Arrival city: Stockholm (other cities available upon request)

THE PRICE INCLUDES

• 7 nights' accommodation as mentioned in the program
• Breakfasts (DDP)
• Dinners on days 1, 6 and 7 (ID)
• Hurtigruten cruise from Tromsø to Svolvær
• Sea eagle safari
• Train from Narvik to Abisko
• Train from Abisko to Kiruna
• English-speaking assistance from Discovery Trains teams throughout your journey
• Electronic version of your travel guide

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Flights + airport taxes
• Extras and personal expenses
• Optional activities, dinner included:
  Sled dogs: €230 / per person
  Snowmobiling: €230 / per person
  Visit to a reindeer farm: 195 € / per person
• Svolvaer - Narvik bus tickets, to be paid on site or purchased on the app in advance: approx. €30 / per person
• Meals not mentioned
• All drinks
• All insurances
• Printed travel diary sent by post (+ 12 €)

PAYMENT TERMS AND CANCELLATION CHARGES

Deposit: 30% to be paid on booking

Balance: to be paid 30 days before departure

• + More than 30 days before departure: deposit (30%)
• 30 - 21 days prior to departure: 40% of trip price
• 20 - 11 days before departure: 50% of the cost of the trip
• 10 - 4 days before departure: 85% of the cost of the trip
• 4 - on departure: 100% of the total cost of the trip