13D AURORA NORWAY SWEDEN FINLAND + Lofoten Island

Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Oslo – a city in northern Norway located above the Arctic Circle.

Welcome to Norway – land of thousand faces with its fresh air, clean water, green forest and beautiful landscape. Arrive at Oslo and check-in for our overnight stay.

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Transfer to the Airport for our flight to Tromso. Tromsø bills itself as Norway’s gateway to the Arctic, and there’s definitely more than a hint of polar atmosphere around town. Surrounded by chilly fjords and craggy peaks that remain snowcapped for much of the year. Upon arrival, begin the day with a Tromso sightseeing tour to the outstanding white washed Arctic Cathedral, Roald Amundsen Statue situated by the harbour, the once bustling Market and the seemingly endless timber and merchant houses that line this square.

(Breakfast / Hotel Dinner)

After breakfast, journey to the world’s northernmost animal park – Polar Park Arctic Wildlife Centre and get up close and personal with big predators such as brown bears, lynx, wolf, wolverines and many more. This afternoon, depart for the Lofoten Islands which is situated just beneath the Aurora Oval – a belt that encircles the geomagnetic poles and provides some of the best chances of seeing the Northern Lights.

Note: Overnight in Lofoten Islands may not be consecutive, subject to final confirmation

(Breakfast / Norway Stockfish Dinner)

This morning, be prepared to be in awe of the dramatic landscape of colorful and charming Norway fishing villages set against snow-capped mountains. Arrive at Lofoten’s nostalgic Henningsvaer and take a stroll along the streets of this small-town. Later, make a stop at Ramberg before continuing to “the most beautiful place in the world” with red and white fishermen’s huts dotting the shoreline at Reine.  Overnight in a deluxe seaside lodge this evening. With no light pollution and an open view to the north, you may be lucky enough to witness the Northern Lights from the comfort of your lodge. Note Northern Lights is a natural phenomenon and sighting is subject to weather condition Note: Overnight in Lofoten Islands may not be consecutive, subject to final confirmation

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Bid farewell to Lofoten Islands as we continue our journey to the ski town of Narvik.

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Today, enjoy a scenic ride on Norway’s northernmost railway – the world renowned Arctic Circle Train from Narvik to Abisko in Sweden as it brings you along stunning fjords, near frozen glaciers, under icy waterfalls and whisk you past fairytale towns.  Afterwards, continue for an Icehotel tour to see the famous hotel and an art exhibition made of ice and snow from the frozen Torne River, painstakingly sculpted by builders and artists. Do not forget to check out the ice bar and sip on a champagne or a delicious cocktail served in glasses made of ice. Tonight, we shall try our luck for Aurora as you follow your tour manager in a Aurora hunting excursion in Kiruna.  

Note – Arctic Circle train is subject to suitable weather and railway conditions and will be replaced with a coach ride if unavailable. Aurora Hunting excursion duration: 1 hour (Aurora is a natural phenomenon, no guarantee on viewing.)

(Breakfast / Dinner)

This afternoon, cross over from Sweden into Finland and arrive in the city of Rovaniemi – official hometown of Santa Claus on the Arctic Circle in Lapland Finland where culture, wild activities and fairy-tales await, visit Santa Claus Village for a fun-filled Christmas Experience as you cuddle in the arms of the ever-so-heartwarming Santa. Continue to Santa Post Office and mail out a special postcard to your loved ones with a special Arctic Circle stamp on them and be awarded with an Arctic Circle Crossing Certificate. Afterwards, proceed to the Husky Dog Farm where we visit our warm friendly friends and learn more about the life of these Arctic dogs. Our friendly guide will educate us about their training routine, lifestyle and habits as we prepare to hop on the Husky’s Sledge Dog ride for an exhilarating experience in the snow. In the afternoon, embark on an unforgettable Reindeer Sleigh Ride – the oldest local transport in Lapland and earn your very own reindeer driving license.

(Breakfast / Chinese Dinner)

Enjoy the day at leisure. You may wish to participate in an optional Snowmobile with Icefishing activity to experience the exhilarating ride through white-washed forests to learn and attempt the unique experience of fish baiting on the icy lake. Tonight, we will be staying in the renowned Glass Igloo to experience the unique opportunity to sleep under the Lovely Lapp Sky whilst admiring the World’s Most Amazing Natural Phenomenon – Aurora Borealis (also called the Nordic Light) in the comfort of a heated accommodation.

(Breakfast / King Crab meal)            

Proceed northwards into Norway to reach Kirkenes, a small town famous for king crab and embark on a phenomenal King Crab Safari, where you will get a chance to catch the Arctic King Crab with your own hands (metaphorically, not literally) and savour the freshly cooked and delicious king crabs that weigh up to 15 kilograms in weight. Depending on the weather conditions, you will head out to the fjord either by sledge or boat and indulge in a hearty dinner and savour the sweet freshness of the king crab.

(Breakfast)

Enjoy some free time and depart to the airport for our domestic flight to Oslo. Upon arrival, check in to hotel for a well-deserved rest.

(Breakfast)

Free at own leisure before transfer to the airport for your flight back to Singapore.

Arrive home in Singapore with a sweet and memorable holiday with us at Super Travels!