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From Narvik: Round-Trip Arctic Train Ride on Ofoten Railway

From Narvik: Round-Trip Arctic Train Ride on Ofoten Railway

Experience an unforgettable train ride on Norway’s northernmost railway, the Ofoten Line, stretching 43 km from Narvik to Bjørnfjell on the Swedish border. Originally built in the late 19th century to transport iron ore from Kiruna’s mines to Narvik’s ice-free port, this railway played a crucial role during World War II, particularly in the Battle of Narvik. Today, the Ofoten Line is both a vital transport route and a must-do tourist attraction. Departing from the train station in Narvik, we will take you on a fantastic train journey. Travel through majestic Arctic landscapes, crossing tunnels, bridges, and steep inclines with panoramic views of fjords, mountains, and waterfalls. Your onboard guide will share historical insights as you journey toward Bjørnfjell, where a short stop allows you to take in the surroundings before returning to Narvik.

From Kiruna: Narvik City and Fjord Day Trip

From Kiruna: Narvik City and Fjord Day Trip

Embark on a scenic journey from Kiruna, Sweden, to Narvik, Norway, where you’ll experience the breathtaking beauty of the Arctic landscapes and viewpoints. This tour takes you through stunning wilderness areas, offering panoramic views of majestic mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and lush valleys. As you cross the border into Norway, the landscape transforms, revealing snow-capped peaks and picturesque fjords. Upon reaching Narvik, you’ll be captivated by the city’s rich history and its stunning natural surroundings. The highlight of the tour is the Narvik Fjord, a spectacular body of water surrounded by towering mountains. Enjoy the serene beauty of the fjord, with opportunities to take in the views from various vantage points around the city.

Harstad/Narvik/Tjeldsund: Northern Lights Sightseeing by Car

Harstad/Narvik/Tjeldsund: Northern Lights Sightseeing by Car

Increase your chances of seeing the northern lights on this private tour from Harstad, Narvik, and Tjeldsund. Watch the lights with some complimentary wine. Have the option of going on a Mountain tour, doing some fishing, or lighting a barbeque along the way. Be picked up at your accommodation and relax on the drive in a luxury electric car. Start during the day, so that you have the option of taking a tour to a stunning waterfall in the mountains or trying to catch a fish while in the wilderness. Request the use of a barbeque and bring your favorite items to grill to savor some piping hot food while in the great outdoors. After dark, head out in search of one of nature's most spectacular shows, the northern lights. Travel with a guide that will take you to spots where you have the best chances of seeing the lights, even across the boarder. Once the lights appear, sip a glass of wine while watching them dazzle. Return to your accommodation at the end of your tour.

Narvik: Dogsledding with Husky Isogaisa

Narvik: Dogsledding with Husky Isogaisa

Did you know that a sled dog can run up to 500 kilometers in just a few days? That's the same distance as from London to Paris! After some food and rest, the dogs are ready to run back again. Why? Because sled dogs love to run! At Husky Isogaisa, you can experience this up close. Before we start, we provide you with thorough training in English on how to drive a dog sled. The safety of both you and the dogs is our top priority. Then, you and your partner will be given a sled with 4 to 6 dogs, where one drives and the other sits in the sled. Ready, set, go! Halfway through, we take a short break so the dogs can rest. Here, you'll also have the opportunity to switch places with your partner and take pictures. The tour is led by an experienced guide with their own dog team, ensuring you have a safe and unforgettable experience. When the tour is over, we thank each dog for their effort – the huskies love it! You'll feel like you've made a new, four-legged friend. Afterward, we go over what it means to be involved in dog sledding and how we take care of the animals. After the adventure, we serve lunch and warm drinks in a cozy, heated lavvu (Sami tent). The dog sledding itself lasts about 30 to 60 minutes, and you'll have the chance to drive yourself. Remember, to drive the sled, you must be able to run in the snow. We can also divide you into two groups if needed. Welcome to an experience you won't soon forget at Husky Isogaisa! Season: 1st of December – 30th of April depending on snow conditions Time: 09:30 and 14:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays Duration: Approx. 2-3 hours Number of participants: 2-15 Requirements: Bring warm winter clothes, boots, hats, and mittens

Narvik/Harstad:Day tour of Fjords with stop at Reindeer farm

Narvik/Harstad:Day tour of Fjords with stop at Reindeer farm

The experience most of time start at the hotel or a specific point, based on number of participants can be public or can be private. Each tour is unique depends of the starting point Harstad or Narvik, each ways we will explore the fjords ,stop in nice spots with amazing views ,like the Stone Church or high views above the fjords ,in winter can be more spectacular due to the white snow and the Polar day that is making more magic and this can be breathtaking. Along the trail we can spot, different birds like sea eagles, otters, dolphins since we will drive along the coast.. Along the way we will make a stop also at a reindeer farm for more photos or even we can plan an event with Sami experience and learn more about the Sami culture. After all is end, we will drive back to the pick up point ,of course with more stops along the way.

From Narvik: The Northern Lights Arctic Train Guided Tour

From Narvik: The Northern Lights Arctic Train Guided Tour

Join us on this unique journey as we travel along the historic Ofoten Trainline, away from city light pollution. This evening train journey offers excellent chances to witness nature’s breathtaking light show. Departing from Narvik, our first stop is Bjørnfjell, a Swedish border town, before continuing to Katterat station, 373 meters above sea level. There, we’ll step off the train, into the Arctic night, gathering around a warm campfire. Your guide will serve a pastry and something warm to drink while we relax around the bonfire. as we wait for the northern lights to appear. Eventually, we’ll board the train back to Narvik with memories and images of what hopefully was a magical evening! Remember to pack warm clothes and a camera before joining this exciting Northern Lights chase by train.

Bodø: Lofoten, Senja, Tromsø Flexible 4-Day Private Trip

Bodø: Lofoten, Senja, Tromsø Flexible 4-Day Private Trip

Enjoy a 4-day guided tour from Tromsø to Lofoten, providing a fully customized private experience where you choose the sights you want to see. if you need a specific date and a better price, you need to contact us first. We can also do the trip in the reverse direction. This standard 4 days fit very good for winter time, if you travel at summer time and like hiking, fishing, kayakking this kind of activities, we highly recommend as 5 days, send us message for this. 3 nights hotel included D1: After spending a day or two exploring Tromsø, we will begin our journey to Senja. Must-see attractions on the way include Tungeneset and Gryllefjord, where we will also spend the night in Senja. On Day 2, we’ll head toward Lofoten, making a stop at Polar Park along the way. After a scenic drive, we’ll arrive in Svolvær by evening. On Day 3, we’ll start by visiting the picturesque village of Henningsvær, followed by stops in Leknes and the stunning Ramberg Beach, before finally reaching Reine. On Day 4, we will explore Å in Lofoten, Moskenes, and Flakstadbruene, before dropping you off at the airport in Svolvær, Leknes, or Evenes, depending on your departure. We also offer transfer services between Lofoten, Senja, Tromsø, Alta, and, if needed, to destinations like Kiruna in Sweden or Rovaniemi in Finland. just send us a message and we can modify the plan. Also our tour can arrange you fishing, northern lights, whale watching, husky sledding, and Narvik ski under the northern lights. please send us email after you book, and we want to know your detail travel plan which we can better provide our service for you.

Narvik: Dog-sledding with Northern Lights Ceremony

Narvik: Dog-sledding with Northern Lights Ceremony

Did you know that a well trained sled-dog can run 500 kilometers in a couple of days? The distance from Oslo to Trondheim! And after a break and some food, it will be ready to run the same distance back! Why? Well, sled-dogs are like that—they love running! Join us in the wilderness and let some lightening fast paws draw you through mystical nature. We travel through harsh and changing nature, through woods, along rivers, through dales and over hills, in a landscape that makes you breathless. But what do we do afterwards? Then we relax as we become familiar with the mystical in Sami culture. We eat Sami food, listen to stories from Sápmi, and take part in ancient Sami ceremonies. Did you know that our forefathers like to dance in the sky on freezing cold winter nights? They appear in their very best, while they wave to us. In Sami we say Guovssahas, in Norwegian nordlys. Would you dare to wave back? Maybe it is better to take part in a ceremony that prepares you to greet guovssahas? According to Sami folk beliefs, our forefathers’ souls live in the Northern Lights, and therefore a ceremony is held so that the Northern Lights may reveal themselves. A holy drink will be served with the ceremony. At the end biidus, a traditional Sami meal, will be served, along with coffee and cakes. There will also be vegetarian food. This is an experience you won’t soon forget. In Sami tradition, we respect the Northern Lights, because its our forefathers souls, dancing in the sky. Now you have a chance to meet your forefathers! The dog tour itself takes 0.5-1 hour and you will be driving the sled by your self for parts of the tour. You can be divided in two groups. Season: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays between 1st of December – 30th of April depending on snow conditions Time: 14:30 Duration: Approx. 3-4 hours Number of participants: 2-12 Requirements: Bring warm winter clothes, boots, hats and mittens

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5 out of 5 stars

Our guide, Constantin, put a lot of effort into our tour. He is very interested in the topic of the Northern Lights and is happy to share his knowledge. Despite the not so good weather conditions, he managed to show us the Northern Lights at various spots. Equipped with tripods and the right settings on our (mobile phone) camera, we were able to take great photos and take beautiful memories home with us. Thank you Constantin!

5 out of 5 stars

Constantin was an amazing guide, even though the weather was cloudy he drove for many km to find the perfect spot with clear skies and we managed to take amazing pictures! In addition to finding the perfect spot he gave us lots of tips on how to photograph the Northern Lights and gave us lots of information about life in Norway. We highly recommend this tour!!

5 out of 5 stars

The activity was quiet and very interesting. We traveled comfortably and visited many observation points. I am satisfied and recommend this excursion. Constantin, the guide and driver, was very kind and is an expert in this field of activity, so he was thorough and competent. In addition, he took many beautiful souvenir photos of me. Thank you Constantin!

5 out of 5 stars

the dog sledding was awesome. small family operation. biggest pain was getting there, as rental cars were grossly expensive and cabs were terrible too. but the dog sledding was great.

5 out of 5 stars

Amazing experience with the dogsledding. Thanks to Ronald, his family and team for all the experience. All the dogs are well treated and you can spend time after the dogsledding.