For more than 130 years, Hurtigruten has operated along Norway’s coastline, connecting communities and showcasing the landscapes that define the region. Today, that legacy underpins a portfolio of immersive journeys designed for travellers seeking authentic Nordic experiences.
Hurtigruten’s best-selling small group escorted tour, Follow the Northern Lights, remains one of the most in-demand options for clients looking to chase the aurora across Norway and Finland. The 17-day itinerary combines iconic rail journeys, coastal cruising and bucket-list Arctic experiences, making it a strong sell for travellers seeking a comprehensive winter Scandinavia program.
17 days | Oslo – Helsinki
From: $8,999 AUD per person
Highlights
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner featuring regional ingredients
- Travel on the scenic Flåm Railway through a winter landscape via Flåm and Voss
- Northern Lights viewing opportunities both on land and while sailing
- Reindeer and husky safaris in Finnish Lapland
- Visit to Santa Claus Village
- Overnight stay in a Glass Igloo under the Arctic sky
Day-by-day overview
Days 1–3: Oslo to Flåm
Clients begin in Oslo with a city tour and welcome dinner before travelling to Flåm via the Flåm Railway and Kjosfossen Waterfall.
Days 4–6: Bergen to Ålesund
Cruise Aurlandsfjord and UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord, explore Bergen and board the Coastal Express ship before continuing to Ålesund.
Days 7–9: Trondheim to Tromsø
Highlights include Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim, crossing the Arctic Circle and sailing north to Tromsø.
Days 10–13: Honningsvåg to Rovaniemi
Travel to North Cape before continuing into Finnish Lapland. Experiences include a reindeer safari, Santa Claus Village and an overnight stay in a Glass Igloo.
Days 14–16: Rovaniemi to Helsinki
Enjoy a husky safari, explore Rovaniemi and travel south by rail to Helsinki.
Day 17: Helsinki
The journey concludes in Finland’s capital after travelling from Norway’s fjords to the heart of Lapland.
Northern Lights Promise
If the Aurora Borealis does not appear during the Northern Lights voyage component, Hurtigruten will offer clients a complimentary 6 or 7-day voyage the following season to try again.*
Travel with purpose
As with all Hurtigruten journeys, the program is designed to deliver deeper engagement with the destinations visited. Carefully selected hotels, curated Arctic experiences and a dedicated tour manager throughout provide a structured, premium Nordic winter product for advisors seeking a high-impact itinerary for their clients.
