Tromso and Ice Domes Aurora Break
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Highlights
Enjoy an exclusive overnight experience at Tromso Ice Domes
Explore captivating Tromso City with it's many attractions
Choose from a range of optional excursions such as husky and reindeer sledding
Join a northern lights chase to an aurora camp
Why this trip...
Amazing accommodation
Stay in accommodation that is far more than just a place to rest your head
Activities included
This itinerary features a range of included activities
Weekend escape
This is the ideal trip for a weekend escape or perhaps a mid-week getaway
Overview
Tromso is a great location for a short winter break combining the cultural attractions of a thriving city with a range of thrilling activities in the surrounding wilderness as well as the possibility of seeing the northern lights. And to top it all off, you spend a night at the magical Tromso Ice Domes ensuring that this 3-night trip offers a true taste of the Arctic.
With a wealth of excellent restaurants, cafes and bars, a good selection of hotels, plenty of shopping opportunities and city attractions, a host of thrilling winter activities and plenty of options to chase the northern lights, Tromso has everything for a complete winter break in the far north.
Tromso Ice Domes
The newest addition to Tromso's winter wonders is the Ice Domes hotel, situated in the Tamok valley just over an hour from the city. Themed ice sculptures and mood lighting set the tone and there is an ice cinema, restaurant and bar. With just seven ice suites for overnight guests, this offers an intimate and exclusive experience.
Itinerary
Day 1 arrive in Tromso
Fly direct from London Gatwick to Tromso and on arrival take the airport coach to the city centre hotel (payable locally). Enjoy the nightlife with excellent restaurants and bars to choose from before staying at The Clarion Edge Hotel, your base for two nights on breakfast basis.
Fly direct from London Gatwick to Tromso and on arrival take the airport coach to the city centre hotel (payable locally). Enjoy the nightlife with excellent restaurants and bars to choose from before staying at The Clarion Edge Hotel, your base for two nights on breakfast basis.
Day 2 city sights and northern lights
Free time to visit Tromso’s many attractions. These include the Arctic Cathedral, the aquarium, the Polar Museum and the cable car to Fjellstua for spectacular views; Nordnorsk Kunstmuseum and even its own brewery. In the evening head out on a Northern Lights chase with experienced guides who seek the best spots depending on weather forecasts, and ending the trip at one of the exclusive Aurora Camps where you warm up and cook your own meal over a camp fire before finally driving back to Tromso.
Free time to visit Tromso’s many attractions. These include the Arctic Cathedral, the aquarium, the Polar Museum and the cable car to Fjellstua for spectacular views; Nordnorsk Kunstmuseum and even its own brewery. In the evening head out on a Northern Lights chase with experienced guides who seek the best spots depending on weather forecasts, and ending the trip at one of the exclusive Aurora Camps where you warm up and cook your own meal over a camp fire before finally driving back to Tromso.
Day 3 winter adventures and Ice Domes
Head into the wilderness for an optional activity such as snowmobiling, husky sledding, a reindeer safari, whale watching or a Sami cultural experience. In the late afternoon you meet the transfer in Tromso centre taking you to the Tamok valley (journey time 1 hour 30 minutes), home of the amazing Ice Domes.
On arrival you will be greeted by your guide for a welcome drink in the ice bar and after a short introduction to the facilities. Then you get ready to embark on a guided snowshoe walk into the mountains, away from artificial light in search for the majestic aurora. During the trip the guide makes a fire and prepares a delicious dinner in the wilderness. Once back at the Ice Domes relax in the warm lounge area before sleeping in one of the hand crafted ice rooms.
Head into the wilderness for an optional activity such as snowmobiling, husky sledding, a reindeer safari, whale watching or a Sami cultural experience. In the late afternoon you meet the transfer in Tromso centre taking you to the Tamok valley (journey time 1 hour 30 minutes), home of the amazing Ice Domes.
On arrival you will be greeted by your guide for a welcome drink in the ice bar and after a short introduction to the facilities. Then you get ready to embark on a guided snowshoe walk into the mountains, away from artificial light in search for the majestic aurora. During the trip the guide makes a fire and prepares a delicious dinner in the wilderness. Once back at the Ice Domes relax in the warm lounge area before sleeping in one of the hand crafted ice rooms.
Day 4 depart Tromso
In the morning you are served a traditional Norwegian breakfast, followed by a dog sledding excursion. In the afternoon transfer back to Tromso where you may have some free time before making your way to the airport (payable locally).
In the morning you are served a traditional Norwegian breakfast, followed by a dog sledding excursion. In the afternoon transfer back to Tromso where you may have some free time before making your way to the airport (payable locally).
Excursions
Enhance your holiday by pre-booking a selection of excursions and activities. View or download the pdf below and then talk to our Travel Specialists about how best to fit these into your holiday.
Open Excursions PDFPrices and Departures
Price from £1088 including flights
What's Included
- Return flights from London
- 2 nights accommodation in Tromso in room with private bathroom
- 1 night at Tromso Ice Domes with shared bathroom
- All breakfasts
- Dinner at Tromso Ice Domes
- Welcome drink and guided tour of Ice Domes
- Northern Lights Chase and Aurora camp
- Evening snowshoe walk with wilderness dinner
- Return transfers between Tromso and Ice Domes
- 24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
- No surcharge guarantee
- Full financial protection
Prices from per person
Based on two sharing, unless stated otherwise
| Departures | Duration | Twin price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2020 - Mar 2021 | 3 nights | £1,088 |
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