The Arctic Expedition - 2026
Duration
9 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Start city
Tromso
Available
January 2026 / November 2026
Cities to visit: Tromso, Narvik, Kiruna, Rovaniemi, Rovaniemi,
Detailed day by day description
Introduction
Dear Traveler, thank you for choosing The Molt Collection.
We have meticulously selected every tour and adventure to make sure that this will not just become another trip but the experience of a lifetime.
Here below is the itinerary. The information is indicative and may have variations on designated tours.
Day
WELCOME to Tromsø, home of the Northern Lights. After disembarking, take the regular Flybussen service to your hotel. The journey is approximately 5 km. Make sure you have your vouchers ready to present to the driver. Once you have settled into your hotel, you will have free time to explore this charming northern city and take a night tour to the Fjellheisen cable car, which offers unparalleled views, one of the best places to see the city of Tromsø and the possibility (weather permitting) of seeing the Northern Lights. Our TMC tour guide will meet you at reception at 6 p.m. to explain everything you need to know about the next few days on this unforgettable tour.
OPTIONAL Cable Car
Minimum: 12 passengers
Adult price: £125 Children: £75
Minimum age required: 4 years old
Start time: 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Total duration of the activity: 2 hours
Includes: Round-trip bus transportation to the cable car, guide and entrance fees included.
A short trip will take you to the lower station of the Fjellheisen cable car, ready to ascend the picturesque peak of Mount Storsteinen! You will enjoy breathtaking views as you reach the top in the blink of an eye. Join us on the famous Tromsø Cable Car for unparalleled views of Tromsø's islands, fjords and mountains. This is also the perfect place to see the famous Northern Lights. The Fjellheisen was built in 1961 by Brødrene Jakobsens Rederi, a shipping company that operated extensively with polar hunting, fishing and expeditions in the Arctic and Antarctic. The Fjellheisen Cable Car runs from Solliveien in Tromsdalen to the mountain Storsteinen. The lower station is located on the Tromsø mainland, 50 metres above sea level. The upper station, Fjellstua, is 421 metres above sea level. The trip takes four minutes.
OPTIONAL Cable Car
Minimum: 12 passengers
Adult price: £125 Children: £75
Minimum age required: 4 years old
Start time: 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Total duration of the activity: 2 hours
Includes: Round-trip bus transportation to the cable car, guide and entrance fees included.
A short trip will take you to the lower station of the Fjellheisen cable car, ready to ascend the picturesque peak of Mount Storsteinen! You will enjoy breathtaking views as you reach the top in the blink of an eye. Join us on the famous Tromsø Cable Car for unparalleled views of Tromsø's islands, fjords and mountains. This is also the perfect place to see the famous Northern Lights. The Fjellheisen was built in 1961 by Brødrene Jakobsens Rederi, a shipping company that operated extensively with polar hunting, fishing and expeditions in the Arctic and Antarctic. The Fjellheisen Cable Car runs from Solliveien in Tromsdalen to the mountain Storsteinen. The lower station is located on the Tromsø mainland, 50 metres above sea level. The upper station, Fjellstua, is 421 metres above sea level. The trip takes four minutes.
INCLUDED: Excursion to Kvaløya Fjord from Tromsø
After breakfast, you will meet your English-speaking guide in the lobby at 10 am. A 2–3-hour panoramic tour to discover the historic charms of Tromsø, a city steeped in Sami traditions. Tromsø has a rich, colourful and extensive history, but its polar history adds a fascinating dimension. We’ll take a historical tour of the city, immersing ourselves in its cultural heritage and marvelling at all the great figures who have called Tromsø home. We’ll visit the Arctic Cathedral, Tromsø Cathedral, and stroll through colourful streets lined with venerable wooden houses and cosy, secluded cafés. On this excursion to Kvaløya Fjord from Tromsø, we’ll enjoy the breathtaking landscapes offered by one of Norway’s largest islands. Nature in its purest form! We’ll leave Tromsø at the appointed time. Aboard a comfortable minibus, we’ll head to Norway’s fifth-largest island. Let our excursion to Kvaløya Fjord begin!
Located between Tromsø and the Norwegian Sea, the island of Kvaløya boasts landscapes that leave all visitors speechless. Imposing peaks, picturesque fishing villages and unique Arctic flora and fauna. We’ll stop at Kvaløya Fjord, one of the most breathtaking in the country. After taking some incredible photos of this stunning spot, we’ll return to Tromsø to explore its main attractions.
In the evening, we recommend an optional reindeer experience at a Northern Lights viewing camp.
OPTIONAL / Reindeer and Northern Lights viewing experience
Minimum: 6 passengers
Price for adults: €210.
Minimum age required: 4 years old
Start time: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Total duration of activity: 4 hours
Included: Return transfer from Tromsø, English-speaking guide, traditional Norwegian dinner, thermal clothing if necessary, winter boots, gloves and hat.
Venture into the heart of nature, where you will walk among our 300 domesticated reindeer and even have the opportunity to feed them by hand. Afterwards, step into a candlelit Gamme to enjoy a relaxed meal, enlivened by the evocative melodies of joiking (traditional Sami songs), as we unravel the rich tapestry of Sami history and stories. And on clear, magical nights, you can marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of the Northern Lights. Join us for an experience that is not just a trip, but a timeless connection with nature and tradition that you will carry with you forever.
After breakfast, you will meet your English-speaking guide in the lobby at 10 am. A 2–3-hour panoramic tour to discover the historic charms of Tromsø, a city steeped in Sami traditions. Tromsø has a rich, colourful and extensive history, but its polar history adds a fascinating dimension. We’ll take a historical tour of the city, immersing ourselves in its cultural heritage and marvelling at all the great figures who have called Tromsø home. We’ll visit the Arctic Cathedral, Tromsø Cathedral, and stroll through colourful streets lined with venerable wooden houses and cosy, secluded cafés. On this excursion to Kvaløya Fjord from Tromsø, we’ll enjoy the breathtaking landscapes offered by one of Norway’s largest islands. Nature in its purest form! We’ll leave Tromsø at the appointed time. Aboard a comfortable minibus, we’ll head to Norway’s fifth-largest island. Let our excursion to Kvaløya Fjord begin!
Located between Tromsø and the Norwegian Sea, the island of Kvaløya boasts landscapes that leave all visitors speechless. Imposing peaks, picturesque fishing villages and unique Arctic flora and fauna. We’ll stop at Kvaløya Fjord, one of the most breathtaking in the country. After taking some incredible photos of this stunning spot, we’ll return to Tromsø to explore its main attractions.
In the evening, we recommend an optional reindeer experience at a Northern Lights viewing camp.
OPTIONAL / Reindeer and Northern Lights viewing experience
Minimum: 6 passengers
Price for adults: €210.
Minimum age required: 4 years old
Start time: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Total duration of activity: 4 hours
Included: Return transfer from Tromsø, English-speaking guide, traditional Norwegian dinner, thermal clothing if necessary, winter boots, gloves and hat.
Venture into the heart of nature, where you will walk among our 300 domesticated reindeer and even have the opportunity to feed them by hand. Afterwards, step into a candlelit Gamme to enjoy a relaxed meal, enlivened by the evocative melodies of joiking (traditional Sami songs), as we unravel the rich tapestry of Sami history and stories. And on clear, magical nights, you can marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of the Northern Lights. Join us for an experience that is not just a trip, but a timeless connection with nature and tradition that you will carry with you forever.
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, we will travel by private bus to Narvik, a cosy village nestled among spectacular fjords and mountains. On the way, we will stop at Polar Park, home to Norway's most representative wildlife, which can be observed in its natural environment. Lunch included. Continue to Narvik. Check-in and perhaps some free time to visit the Narvik War Museum until we begin our night-time train journey. At 6:20 p.m., we will prepare to depart for the train station and board the legendary Northern Lights train, which will take us along the historic Ofoten railway.
This incredible journey will take us into the immensity of the Arctic night, following the trail of the dark skies to maximise our chances of witnessing the Northern Lights. After a brief stop at Bjørnfjell station on the Swedish border, we will continue to Katterat station, where we will disembark for a total immersion in the Arctic night. We will gather around a cosy outdoor bonfire to enjoy delicious hot drinks and freshly baked pastries, hoping to enjoy the sublime natural spectacle of the Northern Lights. At 10 p.m., we board the train back to Narvik. Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
This incredible journey will take us into the immensity of the Arctic night, following the trail of the dark skies to maximise our chances of witnessing the Northern Lights. After a brief stop at Bjørnfjell station on the Swedish border, we will continue to Katterat station, where we will disembark for a total immersion in the Arctic night. We will gather around a cosy outdoor bonfire to enjoy delicious hot drinks and freshly baked pastries, hoping to enjoy the sublime natural spectacle of the Northern Lights. At 10 p.m., we board the train back to Narvik. Arrival and transfer to the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the train station to board the 10:25 am train from Narvik to Kiruna aboard an authentic train that will take us from Norway to Sweden. This train is the most commonly used by Norwegians and Swedes to reach the city of Kiruna. Upon arrival at Kiruna station, we will head to our hotel. Free afternoon. Dinner included at your hotel at 6:00 pm. Free evening to participate in the optional Aurora Spa, highly recommended for a unique sauna experience and why not dive directly into the cold water. A unique moment that will remain in your memory! Accommodation at the hotel.
OPTIONAL / Aurora Spa
Minimum 2
Price Adults: €60 Children: €30.
Minimum age required: 4 years old
Start time: 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Total duration of the activity: 2 hours
At Aurora Spa, we find ourselves surrounded by elements that symbolise our lives, from everyday life to relaxation. Stone, wood and water: materials that represent freshness, warmth and essence, all natural elements present in the nature, communities and cultures of Lapland. These deeply rooted elements are the guiding principles of our spa. This natural concept has evolved to include much more, especially fascinating contrasts.
Swedish Lapland and Kiruna are rich in contrasts that enrich the lives of those who live here, and we are proud to share them with our guests. Aurora Spa invites you to wander between indoors and outdoors, warmth and cold, soothing water and crystalline snow. Relax indoors and gaze at the white winter landscape through the panoramic windows, or feel the refreshing caress of the polar winter on your cheek as you wrap yourself in the warm comfort of our outdoor pool. And if you're lucky, you may see the colourful northern lights.
OPTIONAL / Aurora Spa
Minimum 2
Price Adults: €60 Children: €30.
Minimum age required: 4 years old
Start time: 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Total duration of the activity: 2 hours
At Aurora Spa, we find ourselves surrounded by elements that symbolise our lives, from everyday life to relaxation. Stone, wood and water: materials that represent freshness, warmth and essence, all natural elements present in the nature, communities and cultures of Lapland. These deeply rooted elements are the guiding principles of our spa. This natural concept has evolved to include much more, especially fascinating contrasts.
Swedish Lapland and Kiruna are rich in contrasts that enrich the lives of those who live here, and we are proud to share them with our guests. Aurora Spa invites you to wander between indoors and outdoors, warmth and cold, soothing water and crystalline snow. Relax indoors and gaze at the white winter landscape through the panoramic windows, or feel the refreshing caress of the polar winter on your cheek as you wrap yourself in the warm comfort of our outdoor pool. And if you're lucky, you may see the colourful northern lights.
INCLUDED: Visit to the Ice Hotel (entrance fee included) + lunch included
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we’ll take a trip to Jukkasjärvi (20 km, 30 minutes). We’ll continue to the world’s first and largest ice hotel, made of snow and ice. The ‘Icehotel’ has been held every year for the past three decades. You’ll be able to admire the grandeur of this unexpected structure, where renowned artists carve the ice with a different theme each year.
Lunch included. Return to the hotel. In the afternoon and evening, there is free time to explore the surroundings or make use of the hotel facilities.
In the evening, we recommend the optional excursion to Abisko in search of the Northern Lights, or the second optional snowmobile excursion in search of the Northern Lights. After this option, we return to the hotel.
Optional: Northern Lights excursion in Abisko
Minimum: 6 passengers
Price Adult: 185 Euros Child 90 Euros (3 to 12 years old)
Start time: 5:00 p.m. to midnight
Total duration of the activity: 7 hours
Departure: 5:30 p.m.
Transfer: Included
Join a night-time excursion to hidden corners of the wilderness: far from the intrusive electric lights of civilisation, the conditions for capturing the Northern Lights are ideal. Whilst we wait for the aurora to appear in the night sky, your guide will explain the basics.
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we’ll take a trip to Jukkasjärvi (20 km, 30 minutes). We’ll continue to the world’s first and largest ice hotel, made of snow and ice. The ‘Icehotel’ has been held every year for the past three decades. You’ll be able to admire the grandeur of this unexpected structure, where renowned artists carve the ice with a different theme each year.
Lunch included. Return to the hotel. In the afternoon and evening, there is free time to explore the surroundings or make use of the hotel facilities.
In the evening, we recommend the optional excursion to Abisko in search of the Northern Lights, or the second optional snowmobile excursion in search of the Northern Lights. After this option, we return to the hotel.
Optional: Northern Lights excursion in Abisko
Minimum: 6 passengers
Price Adult: 185 Euros Child 90 Euros (3 to 12 years old)
Start time: 5:00 p.m. to midnight
Total duration of the activity: 7 hours
Departure: 5:30 p.m.
Transfer: Included
Join a night-time excursion to hidden corners of the wilderness: far from the intrusive electric lights of civilisation, the conditions for capturing the Northern Lights are ideal. Whilst we wait for the aurora to appear in the night sky, your guide will explain the basics.
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, we will continue our journey by private bus from Kiruna, Sweden, to Rovaniemi, Finland. We will make a brief stop in Pello for lunch (not included). It will be a fascinating journey through the stunning landscapes of the northern Arctic. Along the way, we will encounter rugged mountains and vast forests, crossing extensive snow-covered lands in winter, where frozen lakes and scattered birch trees create a magical atmosphere.
Following the Torne River valley, which marks the border between Sweden and Finland, the landscape combines the tranquillity of small villages with traditional wooden houses and spectacular views of the natural environment. Crossing into Finland, the Finnish region of Lapland unfolds with its serene beauty, offering an uninterrupted landscape of forests, rolling hills and, in winter, expanses of ice and snow that look like something out of a fairy tale.
We arrive in the afternoon and stay in an unforgettable GLASS igloo, and if we are lucky, we can watch the Northern Lights!
Following the Torne River valley, which marks the border between Sweden and Finland, the landscape combines the tranquillity of small villages with traditional wooden houses and spectacular views of the natural environment. Crossing into Finland, the Finnish region of Lapland unfolds with its serene beauty, offering an uninterrupted landscape of forests, rolling hills and, in winter, expanses of ice and snow that look like something out of a fairy tale.
We arrive in the afternoon and stay in an unforgettable GLASS igloo, and if we are lucky, we can watch the Northern Lights!
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning we’ll visit the magical Village of Father Christmas. Here you’ll have the chance to meet Father Christmas in person, send postcards from his official post office and explore a world where Christmas never ends. Make the most of the gift shops and craft boutiques, perfect for buying unique souvenirs. A photo with Father Christmas is a must.
After soaking up the festive spirit, you’ll have free time for an optional activity. Accommodation and free evening.
Optional – Aurora Ice Floating.
Price: Adults €165 (TBC), children €120 (aged 4–12)
Immerse yourself in a frozen lake beneath the northern lights in the night sky and let your mind and body float. A rescue suit will keep you warm and dry. Tonight, this is possible at a private, secret location. This guided float is completely safe, with a high-quality rescue suit that covers your whole body and keeps you dry. As you’ll be wearing your own clothes underneath the suit, you won’t get cold, even in open water at 0°C. The conditions are truly Arctic! If the weather is clear, we can see beautiful stars and might even be treated to the magnificent Northern Lights.
After soaking up the festive spirit, you’ll have free time for an optional activity. Accommodation and free evening.
Optional – Aurora Ice Floating.
Price: Adults €165 (TBC), children €120 (aged 4–12)
Immerse yourself in a frozen lake beneath the northern lights in the night sky and let your mind and body float. A rescue suit will keep you warm and dry. Tonight, this is possible at a private, secret location. This guided float is completely safe, with a high-quality rescue suit that covers your whole body and keeps you dry. As you’ll be wearing your own clothes underneath the suit, you won’t get cold, even in open water at 0°C. The conditions are truly Arctic! If the weather is clear, we can see beautiful stars and might even be treated to the magnificent Northern Lights.
INCLUDED: a unique experience and a husky dog sled ride:
A magnificent winter experience awaits you aboard a husky-drawn sled. The musher will welcome you at the resort reception and accompany you to the kennels, where the Alaskan huskies will greet you with enthusiasm. They will also show you how to drive your own sled. Now you’re ready to set off and enjoy the nature and silence as the huskies traverse the winter trails on an unforgettable journey. After the tour, we’ll return to the kennels to enjoy hot drinks around the campfire whilst listening to stories about the huskies.
TOP SELLER
OPTIONAL:
Optional: Getaway, snowmobile safari and campfire
Minimum: 2 passengers
Price: Adults €185, Children (4–12 years) €120
Start time: 16:00
Pick-up from your hotel: 18:00
Mode of transport: Snowmobile
Duration: 2 hours
Experience the magic of northern nature at sunset on a 2-hour snowmobile safari. Join us to experience the magic of northern nature at sunset. Ride through the beautiful winter countryside with the snowmobiles’ headlights before stopping for a break in the middle of the dark forest. Enjoy some hot drinks during the tour. With a bit of luck, we’ll see the Northern Lights.
A magnificent winter experience awaits you aboard a husky-drawn sled. The musher will welcome you at the resort reception and accompany you to the kennels, where the Alaskan huskies will greet you with enthusiasm. They will also show you how to drive your own sled. Now you’re ready to set off and enjoy the nature and silence as the huskies traverse the winter trails on an unforgettable journey. After the tour, we’ll return to the kennels to enjoy hot drinks around the campfire whilst listening to stories about the huskies.
TOP SELLER
OPTIONAL:
Optional: Getaway, snowmobile safari and campfire
Minimum: 2 passengers
Price: Adults €185, Children (4–12 years) €120
Start time: 16:00
Pick-up from your hotel: 18:00
Mode of transport: Snowmobile
Duration: 2 hours
Experience the magic of northern nature at sunset on a 2-hour snowmobile safari. Join us to experience the magic of northern nature at sunset. Ride through the beautiful winter countryside with the snowmobiles’ headlights before stopping for a break in the middle of the dark forest. Enjoy some hot drinks during the tour. With a bit of luck, we’ll see the Northern Lights.
Breakfast. Free morning to explore or simply wait for your scheduled transfer to the airport.
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EUR 3,975.00