Embark on an 8-day expedition through the dramatic landscapes of Iceland and Norway. Hunt the elusive Aurora Borealis, soak in geothermal pools, and explore crystal ice caves.
Highlights
Chase the Northern Lights with expert Arctic astronomers
Soak in the mineral-rich geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon
Explore crystalline blue ice caves in Vatnajokull Glacier
Embark on a scenic fjord cruise in Tromso, Norway
Experience traditional dog sledding and Sami cultural evenings
Day-wise Itinerary
Day01Iceland & Norway
Arrival in Oslo — Viking city welcome
Land at Oslo Gardermoen Airport and transfer to the historic centre. Explore the Aker Brygge waterfront district, visit the Viking Ship Museum housing 1,200-year-old ships, and enjoy your first Nordic dinner.
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Day02Iceland & Norway
Oslo city — royal palace and opera house
Visit the Royal Palace ceremonial guard change, Vigeland Sculpture Park with 212 bronze and granite figures, the rooftop of the Oslo Opera House, and the Nobel Peace Center.
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Day03Iceland & Norway
Scenic Bergen railway and fjordland
Board the world-famous Bergen Railway — one of Europe's most beautiful train journeys — through mountain plateaus and glaciers. Arrive at Bergen, the gateway to the fjords. Evening on Bryggen Wharf.
Day04Iceland & Norway
Nærøyfjord UNESCO cruise
Cruise the narrow Nærøyfjord — one of the world's narrowest fjords — surrounded by sheer 1,400-metre granite walls. Optional kayaking or zip-lining over the fjord.
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Day05Iceland & Norway
Fly to Tromsø — northern lights capital
Fly above the Arctic Circle to Tromsø — the world's top Northern Lights destination. Evening: guided aurora chase by minibus through the Norwegian wilderness seeking the green curtains of the Aurora Borealis.
Day06Iceland & Norway
Dog sledding and Sami reindeer camp
Experience exhilarating dog sledding through Arctic forests. Visit an authentic Sami indigenous camp, meet reindeer, and learn about traditional Sami culture and the secrets of life above the Arctic Circle.
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Day07Iceland & Norway
Iceland — Reykjavik and Golden Circle
Fly to Reykjavik, Iceland's colourful capital. Visit Hallgrimskirkja church, drive the Golden Circle: Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir geothermal area (erupting every 8 minutes), and Gullfoss waterfall.
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Departure from Reykjavik
Final morning at the famous Blue Lagoon geothermal spa — soak in the milky-blue mineral-rich waters before your flight home. A magical Nordic finale.
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