The Arctic Expedition
Duration
9 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Start city
Tromso
Available
January 2026 / March 2026
Cities to visit: Tromso, Narvik, Kiruna, 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: £115 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: £115 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.
After breakfast, you will meet your English-speaking guide at reception at 10 am. A 2-hour panoramic tour to discover the historical charms of Tromsø, a city marked by Sami traditions. Tromsø has a rich, colourful and extensive history, but its polar history adds a fascinating dimension. We will take a historical tour of the city, enriching its cultural capital and becoming fascinated by all the great personalities who have called Tromsø home. We will visit the Arctic Cathedral, Tromsø Cathedral, and stroll through colourful streets with venerable wooden houses and cosy, secluded cafés.
In the evening, we suggest an optional experience with reindeer at a northern lights viewing camp.
OPTIONAL / Reindeer and Northern Lights viewing experience
Minimum: 6 passengers
Price for adults: €160.
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.
In the evening, we suggest an optional experience with reindeer at a northern lights viewing camp.
OPTIONAL / Reindeer and Northern Lights viewing experience
Minimum: 6 passengers
Price for adults: €160.
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: €55 Children: €25.
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: €55 Children: €25.
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.
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we will take a trip to Jukkasjärvi (20 km, 30 minutes). We will continue on to the world's first and largest ice hotel, made of snow and ice. The ‘Icehotel’ has been celebrated every year for three decades. You can admire the grandeur of this unexpected structure, where great artists carve the ice with different themes.
Lunch included. Return to the hotel. In the afternoon and evening, there is free time to explore the surroundings or take advantage of the hotel facilities.
In the evening, we recommend the optional excursion to Abisko with dinner included 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: Search for the Northern Lights on a snowmobile
Minimum: 2 passengers
Price Adult: £170, Child £85 (8 to 12 years old) Supplement: £90.
Start time: 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Total duration of the activity: 2.5 hours
Departure: 5:30 p.m.
Transfer: Included
Join us on an exciting quest to see the Northern Lights. We will start the snowmobile tour directly from Camp Ripan and venture into the polar night and surrounding forest in search of this mythical phenomenon. During the trip, we will take a break in nature and enjoy a Swedish fika. You will even have the opportunity to drive your own snowmobile for an additional cost if you don't want to take turns. Enjoy the freedom of the snowmobile and the magical views of the surrounding nature as you glide through Sweden's winter landscape. We wish you an unforgettable experience!
Optional: Northern Lights excursion with dinner in Abisko
Minimum: 6 passengers
Price Adult: £200, Child £120 (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
From Kiruna, we head into the night. Our goal is to see the Northern Lights, learn more about the local nature and culture, and visit the famous Abisko. Through the window, we see the stars and, with luck, a flash of green auroras in the sky. An hour and a half later, we arrive to enjoy a three-course dinner in the village of Abisko. We talk about nature, Sami culture, the Northern Lights and local history. We can never guarantee that we will see the aurora, but if the weather is good after dinner, we will take a walk around the Abisko area to enjoy the scenery and look for the Northern Lights. Our local guides are qualified photographers, so if you bring your camera, we will help you take pictures. If the weather is not favourable in Abisko, we will make our way back to Kiruna and, with any luck, the sky will be clear and we will be able to stop to see the Northern Lights.
Lunch included. Return to the hotel. In the afternoon and evening, there is free time to explore the surroundings or take advantage of the hotel facilities.
In the evening, we recommend the optional excursion to Abisko with dinner included 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: Search for the Northern Lights on a snowmobile
Minimum: 2 passengers
Price Adult: £170, Child £85 (8 to 12 years old) Supplement: £90.
Start time: 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Total duration of the activity: 2.5 hours
Departure: 5:30 p.m.
Transfer: Included
Join us on an exciting quest to see the Northern Lights. We will start the snowmobile tour directly from Camp Ripan and venture into the polar night and surrounding forest in search of this mythical phenomenon. During the trip, we will take a break in nature and enjoy a Swedish fika. You will even have the opportunity to drive your own snowmobile for an additional cost if you don't want to take turns. Enjoy the freedom of the snowmobile and the magical views of the surrounding nature as you glide through Sweden's winter landscape. We wish you an unforgettable experience!
Optional: Northern Lights excursion with dinner in Abisko
Minimum: 6 passengers
Price Adult: £200, Child £120 (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
From Kiruna, we head into the night. Our goal is to see the Northern Lights, learn more about the local nature and culture, and visit the famous Abisko. Through the window, we see the stars and, with luck, a flash of green auroras in the sky. An hour and a half later, we arrive to enjoy a three-course dinner in the village of Abisko. We talk about nature, Sami culture, the Northern Lights and local history. We can never guarantee that we will see the aurora, but if the weather is good after dinner, we will take a walk around the Abisko area to enjoy the scenery and look for the Northern Lights. Our local guides are qualified photographers, so if you bring your camera, we will help you take pictures. If the weather is not favourable in Abisko, we will make our way back to Kiruna and, with any luck, the sky will be clear and we will be able to stop to see the Northern Lights.
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 will try out the Sampo icebreaker. Without a doubt, one of the best experiences you can have in the Arctic. We will board this new and impressive icebreaker. During the trip, we can walk around and visit any of its corners or relax in the lounge with a hot drink. We will make a 3-hour crossing on the ship, and the best part of the activity takes place when the ship breaks through the ice at the stern. It is a moment that we cannot miss, as we will have the chance to take a dip in the Bosnian Sea. Lunch included. After this unforgettable experience, we will return to Rovaniemi, which is about 115 km from your destination. Free afternoon to stroll around this charming city or take an optional tour.
Optional: Picnic to watch the Northern Lights
Minimum: 2 passengers
Adult price: €98
Start time: 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Total duration of the activity: 3 hours
We will meet at the starting point with the guide to embark on the journey that will take us to a secluded spot outside the city for a good view of the night sky. Once at the designated spot, you will enjoy a picnic in Lapland under the immensity of the Northern Lights. The picnic includes cold cuts, sweets and hot drinks.
Optional: Picnic to watch the Northern Lights
Minimum: 2 passengers
Adult price: €98
Start time: 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Total duration of the activity: 3 hours
We will meet at the starting point with the guide to embark on the journey that will take us to a secluded spot outside the city for a good view of the night sky. Once at the designated spot, you will enjoy a picnic in Lapland under the immensity of the Northern Lights. The picnic includes cold cuts, sweets and hot drinks.
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning we will visit the magical Village of Santa Claus. Here you will have the opportunity to meet Santa Claus in person, send postcards from his official agency and explore a world where Christmas never ends. Take advantage of the gift shops and craft boutiques, perfect for buying unique souvenirs. A photo with Santa Claus is a must. After filling up on festive spirit, free time for an optional activity. Accommodation and free evening.
Optional: Reindeer sleigh ride at sunset
Minimum: 02 passengers
Price: Adult €175 Child €135 (4 to 12 years old)
Start time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm (2 hours, including transport)
Location: Husky Hut - Vaattunki Wilderness Resort
Meet at your hotel: 30 minutes before the activity.
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, visit to the husky farm, 20-30 minute husky sleigh ride (5 km), hot drinks with biscuits, English-speaking guide.
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 kennel, where the Alaskan huskies will greet you with joy. He will also show you how to drive your own sled. Now you are ready to set off and enjoy nature and silence as the huskies travel along the winter trails on an unforgettable journey. After the tour, we will return to the kennel to enjoy hot drinks around the campfire while listening to stories about the huskies.
Optional: Night-time getaway: Snowmobile safari and campfire
Minimum: 6 passengers
Price Adult: £195, Child £120 (4-12 years)
Start time: 8 p.m.
Hotel pick-up: 6:30 p.m.
Method of travel: snowmobile
Free cancellation Duration: 3 hour
Experience the magic of northern nature at sunset on a 3-hour snowmobile safari with a campfire. Join us to experience the magic of northern nature at sunset. Drive through the beautiful winter countryside with the headlights of the snowmobiles before stopping for a break in the middle of the dark forest. While your guide lights a campfire, listen to stories and facts about the Northern Lights. Enjoy a Lappish snack and grilled sausages while watching the sky above you. With any luck, we will see the Northern Lights.
Optional: Reindeer sleigh ride at sunset
Minimum: 02 passengers
Price: Adult €175 Child €135 (4 to 12 years old)
Start time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm (2 hours, including transport)
Location: Husky Hut - Vaattunki Wilderness Resort
Meet at your hotel: 30 minutes before the activity.
Includes: Winter clothing, transfers, visit to the husky farm, 20-30 minute husky sleigh ride (5 km), hot drinks with biscuits, English-speaking guide.
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 kennel, where the Alaskan huskies will greet you with joy. He will also show you how to drive your own sled. Now you are ready to set off and enjoy nature and silence as the huskies travel along the winter trails on an unforgettable journey. After the tour, we will return to the kennel to enjoy hot drinks around the campfire while listening to stories about the huskies.
Optional: Night-time getaway: Snowmobile safari and campfire
Minimum: 6 passengers
Price Adult: £195, Child £120 (4-12 years)
Start time: 8 p.m.
Hotel pick-up: 6:30 p.m.
Method of travel: snowmobile
Free cancellation Duration: 3 hour
Experience the magic of northern nature at sunset on a 3-hour snowmobile safari with a campfire. Join us to experience the magic of northern nature at sunset. Drive through the beautiful winter countryside with the headlights of the snowmobiles before stopping for a break in the middle of the dark forest. While your guide lights a campfire, listen to stories and facts about the Northern Lights. Enjoy a Lappish snack and grilled sausages while watching the sky above you. With any luck, we will 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