norway sweden iceland tours

• Favourites 0

Scandinavia Tours

On our Scandinavia tours you can visit two or more of the Scandinavian and Nordic countries in one trip. Scandinavia consists of Norway, Sweden and Denmark, while the Nordic countries also include Finland and Iceland.

Our most popular Scandinavia tours combine the Scandinavian capitals with the Norwegian fjords. Also recommended is combining one of the Scandinavia tours with a short break to Iceland. See also our tours to Norway , Sweden , Iceland & Finland . Or perhaps you are looking for a winter tour ?

Explore our Scandinavia Tours

How this works

1. find your dream tour.

Choose from our selection of tours — or discuss the options with our travel specialists.

2. Request your booking

Complete the online process — add extra nights and experiences and combine tours. 

3. Prepare for your journey

Book your flights, receive your travel documents and get ready for an experience of a lifetime.

Experience a world beyond your expectations. Choose from our award-winning vacations on virtually every continent with local favorites and off-the-beaten-path experiences only Globus can share.

We know why you travel. You’d rather have an extra day exploring than a fancy chocolate on your pillow at night. Enjoy hand-selected inclusions and world-class experiences for value-minded travel lovers like you.

Raise your sights and set your sails for the rivers of Europe, South America, Asia, and Africa on an Avalon Waterways cruise. Elevate your cruise experience with fewer passengers, more choices, and endless possibilities.

Explore Northern Europe Tours

TTC family of brands

My Trafalgar

Destinations

Get Inspired

866 513 1995

Scenic Scandinavia and its Fjords

1337 reviews

Seasonal Sale

Save up to $750

Available Dates

Your itinerary

Dates & prices

14 Day Scandinavian Tour of Denmark, Norway and Sweden

14 days, 3 countries and 14 cities

Accommodation

13 Breakfasts, 8 Dinners

View day-by-day trip itinerary

Your travels will reveal the storybook beauty and colorful history of Scandinavia. On this Scandinavian trip, you'll discover the truth behind the beloved fairy tales of Hans Christian Andersen, hop aboard one of Europe’s most exciting train journeys and learn about farm life near Bergen.

Looking to book in a group of 9 or more?

Deals, savings and exclusive private touring options available plus if you need a different date or itinerary change we can create a custom trip. Contact us for more details

Trip code: 

Low deposit from $200

Deposit protection

Free booking changes

Trip map & itinerary

Day by day itinerary

14 days itinerary trip from Copenhagen to Stockholm visiting 3 countries and 14 cities

Download itinerary

Print itinerary

Expand all days

About this trip

Sightseeing highlights.

Explore Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm with a Local Specialist

Discover Odense, Stavanger, Bergen, Sognefjord, Geirangerfjord, Flåm and Lillehammer

Visit the Stave Church in Lom, Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo and Stockholm's City Hall

View the Little Mermaid in Copenhagen and Haakon's Hall in Bergen

See Hamar Olympic ice arena and Oslo's Royal Palace

Scenic Train Ride through the Norwegian countryside to Flåm

Travel highlights

Specific transfer information can be found here:

Airport Transfers

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

All porterage and restaurant gratuities

All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

Train journey on the famous Flåm Railway

Ferry from Denmark to Norway

Ferry across the Boknafjord

Ferry across the Sognefjord

Optional Experiences and free time

On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences

Every one of our tours includes at least one conscious travel experience that supports one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS). Look out for yours within the day-by-day trip itinerary.

Find out more

Net-zero by 2050

Travel knowing our 4-point climate action plan will ensure net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

Support Local

Your tour directly supports local communities by visiting family-run businesses, UNESCO sites and places of cultural significance.

Sustainable Practices

Every part of our business, from trip design to how we run our offices, aligns to our 5-year sustainability strategy which ensures a positive impact on people, the planet and wildlife.

Philanthropic Efforts

Our not-for-profit, the TreadRight Foundation, invests in nature-based solutions to address climate change.

You’ll make a positive impact to people, planet and wildlife on this tour

LIVE, UNEDITED & INDEPENDENT TRAVELER REVIEWS

Scenic Scandinavia and its Fjords trip reviews

#ttscandinavia.

Real moments from real travelers, creating the greatest travel stories they’ll ever tell

Or search for something else

Help & Info

WE MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

Unedited Reviews

Our Destination Management Companies

Frequently Asked Questions

Travel Updates

Media & Press Room

Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

Travel Planning

Get Your Free Brochure

Travel Insurance

Booking Conditions

Trip Deposit Level

Recommendations

Trafalgar is a proud member of  The Travel Corporation  family of companies.

#SimplyTrafalgar

Selected Region

United States

United Kingdom

New Zealand

South Africa

Copyright 2024 Trafalgar. All rights reserved.

Terms and Conditions

Privacy Policy

Cookie Policy

• Destinations
• Trip Planner
• In the Spotlight
• Scandinavia
• Switzerland
• UK & Ireland

Set off to Europe on one of the fully-customizable private tours

Join a petite group of travelers during your exploration of Europe

Select one of the greatest itineraries to Spain for your trip

Have an unforgettable journey to the biggest country in the world

Discover Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, and Iceland's best

Plan Your Tour to Europe

Treat yourself to an unforgettable getaway to the European destination of your choice

Interested in the unmissable sights of the top cities in Scandinavia?

Travel to Scandinavia

Go on a trip of a lifetime to gorgeous Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland or even Iceland

• My itineraries
• Trip survey
• For Suppliers

+1 (800) 884-1721

• Oceania and Australia : +61261888118

You are here

Best scandinavia tours.

Discover northern Europe's best-kept secrets and see the highlights of this enchanting part of the world with tailor-made Scandinavia tours of 2021 . Explore the breathtaking Norwegian fjords, search for Northern Lights in Sweden, visit Santa Claus in Finland, and traverse the land of the Vikings, Denmark. The customizable Scandinavia itineraries can be formed around your preferences, cover all the musts with professional local guides, include stays at city-center properties and private airport transfers, as well as take care of all the hard planning for you. Choose Scandinavia tour packages that are done right!

• Tips & Highlights

Tour Reviews

• Other Destinations
• Related Posts
• Reset filters

Scandinavian Capitals & Fjords

Private tour, iceland northern lights adventure, fairy tale denmark, definitive norway, small group tour, finland summer charms, best of sweden, precious norway, iceland escape, treasures of flam, balestrand & bergen, scandinavia viking's heritage tour, best of norway, best scandinavia sights.

Gloriously rising above the Senate Square in the historic center of the city, the striking Cathedral is seen almost from every corner of Helsinki.

The medieval Stockholm Cathedral, built in 1279, is the oldest church in Gamla Stan as well as one of the oldest buildings in the entire city of Stockholm.

Being the largest park in Oslo, Frogner offers plenty for you to discover.

Floibanen Funicular, officially opened in January 1918, is one of Bergen’s and Norway's most visited attractions.

Often labeled as “the most scenic railroad in the world”, Flamsbana connects the villages of Myrdal and Flam.

Nyhavn, or the New Port, is an absolute must-visit during your tour to Copenhagen. Since the old times, the district was one of the most vibrant places of the Danish capital and continues to attract travelers from all over the world.

A fantastic trip, very well organised

Most hotel choices were amazing. A fantastic trip, very well organised.

All of the family really enjoyed our trip to the Baltic Countries and Scandinavia

All of the family really enjoyed our trip to the Baltic Countries and Scandinavia; Tours to Europe took into account all of the usual highlights we wanted to visit as well as including the special family locations. The guides were knowledgeable and very helpful; all the hotels were in excellent locations and every time we had a meeting with a driver or guide they were there on time waiting for us. We had every document or ticket provided that we needed. Overall it was a wonderful and enjoyable experience.

We were a small group of 12 who all got on extremely well

We were a small group of 12 who all got on extremely well.  This added to the pleasure of our trip.  Another bonus was the record-breaking warm, sunny weather in Scandinavia which was gone for our final day in Helsinki.

Loved every single thing, was impressed with all the sights

Loved every single thing, was impressed with all the sights, Oslo city was magnificent, fjords trip - so spectacular, loved the guide in Geiranger, he even showed his house in the mountains, all the people were so nice with us and helpful. LOVED IT and so impressed. Will recommend the trip to our friends.

I had a fantastic trip. Everything was well planned and easy to manage

I had a fantastic trip. Everything was well planned and easy to manage. The drivers and guides were very helpful, respectful of my needs and extremely informative.

More About Scandinavia

• Call us now
• Request a call
• Chat on WhatsApp
• Start Live chat
• Contact via email

Why Us Firebird Tours Reviews Triptile Blog Reservation Policies Terms of Service Privacy Policy

Italy Small Group Tour

Venice, Florence & Rome

From Venice to Amalfi

Paris, Munich & Rome

Norway Private Tour

Scandinavia in Small Group

Sweden Private Tour

Finland Private Tour

Best Tours to Spain

Best Tours to France

Best Tours to Germany

Best Tours to Russia

All Rights Reserved © 2024 Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy

• 800-936-2814 
• Request a Quote

Welcome to Discover Scandinavia Tours

Our luxury scandinavian tours.

Click on a destination to start your discovery

Multi Country

To put it very simply: our thing is Scandinavia, the Nordics. It is what we love, what we know best, what we do. Every day. We ignore travel industry fads and focus exclusively on what we understand well: Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland. We know our clients very well and we know what they want.

Our team is a collection of hand-picked professionals; hard-working smart people with a single mission: providing travelers with the most unique, relaxed and exciting Nordic vacation packages possible while creating tremendous value for them. We focus on value with all our Scandinavia tours, not cost (how is this for transparency?). So, our goal is simple: if you travel with us, you will come home feeling like you received much more – from the experience – than you paid for it. That is value!

We aim for perfection with every single client. Why settle for anything else?

What to Expect with Discover Scandinavia Tours

• We handle ALL the logistics for you: we work and you discover.
• We answer all your questions, whenever they come.
• We keep you informed throughout the entire process.
• We ensure maximum peace of mind while you are traveling.
• We provide you with multiple recommendations for your comfort and safety.
• We offer you support while you travel, in case of any hiccups.

Northern Lights

Viking Heritage

Midnight Sun

Unique Landscapes

Amazing Spas

Fantastic Hotels

Authentic Cuisine

Our credentials, make memories with us.

Over the years we have had the privilege of creating beautiful Scandinavian country tours for thousands of travelers. They have come back and, very graciously, shared their memories and stories with us. It would be our honor to introduce you to Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland, so we can help you develop your own set of Nordic memories.

Get the Hottest Deals First!

Spectacular Scandinavia

About this tour.

Watch a Nordic postcard unfold before your eyes and discover the lands where Vikings reigned. Uncover why Copenhagen is dubbed the “gastro capital of Scandinavia.” Join a local expert for an intimate tour of Stockholm, Sweden’s idyllic capital city. Experience Norway’s breathtaking fjord region, taking a cruise on Geirangerfjord. An incredible journey to a land of unparalleled beauty awaits you in Scandinavia, where history and culture intersect with stunning natural wonders.

Your Tour Includes

• 7 Handpicked Accommodations
• 2 Choice on Tour Options

Included Highlights

• Frederiksborg Castle
• IKEA Museum

Your Tour at a Glance

12 Breakfasts

Travel Style

On tour air, customize your tour.

$1,199.00 pp

Activity Level

• Level This Tour

For specific details about this tour's activity level and other info to know before you book your trip, click here.

Extension Style

On tour air included.

• The cost of all internal flights on tour or within an extension are included into the total tour cost on our website and brochures.
• Purchasing internal flights through Collette is now required on tours where applicable.
• This price continues to exclude all round-trip air getting to and from the tour, as well as any additional air segments required to arrive at or depart from an extension.
• The cost displayed is based on availability at the time of booking.

Travel Styles

Highlights and inclusions.

Must-See Inclusions:

• Enjoy a remarkable guided walk along Bergen's harbor front.
• Immerse yourself in Oslo's rich history on a city tour.

Join a local expert for an engaging city tour of Copenhagen.

• Witness scenic wilderness along the Flåm Railway.
• Learn about one of Sweden's best-known exports at the IKEA Museum.

Cultural Experiences:

Visit Frederiksborg Castle, home to the Museum of National History.

See the intricately-designed Borgund Stave Church, erected in 1180.

Cruise through one of the world’s most famous fjords.

Culinary Inclusions:

• Savor Swedish cuisine in Stockholm's old town.

Experience traditional Norwegian cuisine in Bergen.

• Choice on Tour: Vasa Museum or ABBA Museum
• Fram Museum
• Stave Church
• Flåm Railway
• Geirangerfjord Cruise

Book with Confidence

* With Insurance Purchased

• *No Hassle Refunds
• Traveling Well Safety
• No booking fee, *no change fees
• Top Rated Travel Protection

Share This Tour

Looking to add your itinerary for friends and family? Share your Itinerary

Getting Prepared

Know before you go, travel tips, enhance your tour.

Pre and Post Tour Extensions

• Choice On Tour

Pre and Post Night Stay

Unique Experience

Cultural Experiences

Enhance Your Trip

• Tour Extensions

Today in Stockholm, you have the choice between two activites. First you may choose to join a guide on a visit to the one-of-a-kind Vasa Ship Museum. Learn about the vessel's shocking maiden voyage, when it sank in a single nautical mile. The ship, commissioned in the 1600s by King Vasa, was raised 334 years later from the bottom of the harbor. Perfectly preserved, the ship offers a rare glimpse into the amazing craftsmanship of the 17th century. Your other option is to Walk in. Dance out. at the ABBA Museum. This interactive museum is the perfect place for ABBA fans to learn about the Swedish pop sensation. The exhibition is full of ABBA memorabilia including stage outfits, instruments, awards and much more. You can even record your own performance and download it for all your friends and family to enjoy.

"Enhance your adventure with a magical stay in Iceland. Set out on a journey full of dramatic contrasts. Discover Iceland, a land and culture forged by fire and ice – a place where steaming lava fields reflect a volcanic nature. Massive glaciers sculpt mountains and valleys, leaving thundering waterfalls and plunging fjords. Travel to the “Golden Circle,” home to many of Iceland’s most renowned natural wonders. Spend time at Thingvellir National Park, the nation’s most historic area. Gaze at the spectacular Gullfoss Waterfall – one of the world's most incredible cascades. Enjoy free time on your own to explore independently." Hosted You’re accompanied by a Tour Manager part of the time, for some guided excursions. The rest of the time, you’re at leisure to explore the destination your own way.

• Bergen - Fly to Reykjavík, Iceland
• Discover Iceland, a land and culture forged by fire and ice. Steaming lava fields reflect a volcanic nature. Massive glaciers sculpt mountains and valleys, leaving thundering waterfalls and breathtaking landscapes. After having the day to yourself, gather with your fellow travelers for an included Icelandic dinner at a local restaurant.
• Reykjavík
• This morning, join a local expert for a walking tour of the city’s old section featuring Hallgrimskirkja church, city hall, the harbor, and Reykjavík’s oldest building – home of the Kraum Icelandic design center. Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure. Perhaps you will choose to relax on a scenic whale watching cruise; venture out on a horseback riding excursion; or travel out to the Reykjanes peninsula to spend quality time relaxing in the geo-thermal waters of the famed Blue Lagoon.
• Reykjavík - Golden Circle - Reykjavík
• Travel the incredible Golden Circle, a route that encompasses many of Iceland's most renowned natural wonders. Marvel at the beauty of the Gullfoss (Golden Falls) waterfall, a stunning 100-foot double cascade. Journey to Thingvellir National Park, the nation’s most historic area. Here, Icelanders gathered in A.D. 930 and established what is considered to be one of the world’s first parliaments. Find yourself standing upon one of the globe’s most geologically significant landscapes, Thingvellir’s rugged rift valley (UNESCO) that marks the crest of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the point where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet. Return to Reykjavík and have time to explore the city on your own.
• Reykjavík - Tour Ends
• Your tour ends today.

Hotel-Scandic Spectrum

Enjoy a remarkable guided walk along Bergen's harbor front.

Immerse yourself in Oslo's rich history on a city tour.

Witness scenic wilderness along the Flåm Railway.

Learn about one of Sweden's best-known exports at the IKEA Museum.

Savor Swedish cuisine in Stockholm's old town.

Accommodations

Arrive earlier.

Pre Night: Scandic Spectrum From $150 per night

Scandic Spectrum

Pm & vanner hotel, scandic grand central, hotel bristol oslo, fretheim hotel, alexandra hotel.

Nights 9-10

Scandic Ornen

Nights 11-12

Need More Information?

We're here to help

Call us toll free at 800.340.5158

Trip reviews.

Live, Unedited, & Independent Traveler Reviews

Filter Reviews: All

Fellow Travelers on Tour

Related blog content, an alpine adventure with collette, my first guided tour with collette (i’m coming back for more), top 10 phrases to know for your next trip to sicily, get a taste of sicilian street food, the wines of sicily, greece: a foodie’s dream vacation, similar tours.

Italian Vistas

Sunny Portugal Estoril Coast, Alentejo & Algarve

Shades of Ireland

Iceland's magical northern lights.

Iceland: Land of Fire & Ice

Highlights of Norway

Not seeing the date you want? We can help!

Call our Customer Care Team to inquire about dates beyond what's currently listed and to make an advanced reservation. You can find our full terms and conditions here .

Request a Quote

Please fill out the form below, and a Collette Expert will contact you shortly.

• Yes, I'm a Travel Professional
• Yes, I am working with a Travel Professional
• I am traveling with 8 or more travelers

Find a Travel Agency

Once you've found the perfect Collette tour, your local travel agent can assist you in making reservations. To find a preferred travel agent in your area, please enter your 5-digit zip code, then click Search.

Enter a Whole or Partial Zip Code

Please tell us everything, we want it all.

We really value your feedback, please be open an honest. Tell us where we can improve, how we can get better. This feedback is anonymous, but if you would like us to get in touch with you regarding an issue provide your email address as part of your feedback and we will get right back to you.

Talk to an Expert

View or download.

Deals of the Week   European Long Weekends   Up to 50% OFF

7 Day Nordic / Scandinavia Tours & Trips

Filter for departure dates and price to find the right 7 day Nordic / Scandinavia tour with TourRadar. Choose from 223 trips with 3,078 customer reviews, that range from 4 up to 7 days.

Filters applied

223 nordic / scandinavia 7 day tour packages with 3,078 reviews.

• Christmas & New Year

Iceland Discovery

seamless, no glitches, hiccups or issues from booking entirely online...whenever i texted w questions, they got right back....an awesome value for my money... am planning next year already!!!! thank you for wonderful experience

• Sightseeing

A Taste of Scandinavia

Nikolai was FANTASTIC!!!! He was a great tour leader. The tour took us to many places and he educated us well. However, just a few negative comments. The hotels were not satisfactory ....I am used to better hotels when I travel. Carrying my luggage throughout the tour was very burdensome. I am an older person, and although I am in great shape, I did not want to be responsible for carrying my luggage everywhere. There was an 89 year old man on our trip. He had a real hard time catching up. I usually go on escorted tours where my luggage, and everything else, is handled by the guides, not by me. I loved the places that wer went to and overall I would suggest people take Tourradar and Intrepid if they don't mind doing some of the labor involved.

• In-depth Cultural

Central Baltic

The tour guides were very good and provided commentary in English. The Estonia hotel was excellent and the boat crossing and cabin accommodations were of a good standard. The Hotel Globe in Stockholm was too far from the city. Although it was close to the rail station, I would prefer something closer to the centre of the attractions in Stockholm so that I could go back and forth from the hotel easily throughout the day. When booking the tour I would have liked to know that this tour was in Spanish, with English as a secondary language. Most of the travellers spoke Spanish and I could not interact with them.

7 Days Ultimate Magical Fjord Premium Adventure

Magical Fjord Adventure

We had a great experience! All lodging and transportation was just as described. Fun and easy trip!

Best of Iceland

it was a great tour i strongly recommend g adventure

• Hiking & Trekking

Norway Fjord Trekking

Active and rewarding trip.

Magic of the Fjords - 7 days

This tour is very well curated for an introduction to Norway’s fjords and its culture. Rodrigo did an excellent job in ensuring we we able to cover as many sites as possible. Highly recommend this tour!

• Coach / Bus

7 Day - Complete Iceland

Good tour with very knowledgeable guide.

Jewels of Scandinavia End Helsinki

Tour was enjoyable. Major major let-down in failure of arrival pickup within contracted time of 90min after aircraft arrival. Told to wait when contacted before asked to pay and make my own way to hotel. Not the faults of the guides who were excellent.

Endless Beauty of Magical Fjord Premium Adventure 7 Days

7 Day - Iceland Ring Road & Snæfellsnes Peninsula Small-Group Tour

A well paced tour giving an overview of Icelands highlights

• Kayak & Canoe

7-day Kayak & Wild Camp the Archipelago - self-guided

The trip was everything we wanted it to be, 7 days just planning your own tour. Definitely recommend the sauna at Hasko, also a good place for a cheeky ice cream mid trip. Harstena is beautiful and was a nice place to pick up some tasty snacks from the bakery. The organisation from Do The North was brilliant. All of the equipment is high quality and in good condition. We could not recommend this trip more highly if you want a little adventure. Thanks Thomas.

• Northern Lights

7 Days Self-drive | Golden Circle, South Coast, Snæfellsnes and Reykjavik

We had a super nice week, which was well thought out and organized by Tourradar. We also want to explore the north of Iceland and then come back to Tourradar for sure.

7 Days ICELAND | REYKJAVIK, GOLDEN CIRCLE & SOUTH COAST (Group Tour)

I really enjoyed this trim, for a first timer, it was perfect. If you have visited before I'd suggest a more in depth exploring of a particular feature, next time i want to climb the volcano. I was ready to come back home after all the activities, not really, but my body was! Lol. No hiccups, smooth sailing all the time, except for my baggage being delayed, lol. Awesome, awesome, awesome!

What people love about 7 Day Nordic / Scandinavia Tours

Nikolai was FANTASTIC!!!! He was a great tour leader. The tour took us to many places and he educated us well. However, just a few negative comments. The hotels were not satisfactory ....I am used to better hotels when I travel. Carrying my luggage throughout the tour was very burdensome. I am an older person, and although I am in great shape, I did not want to be responsible for carrying my luggage everywhere. There was an 89 year old man on our trip. He had a real hard time catching up. I usually go on escorted tours where my luggage, and everything else, is handled by the guides, not by me. I loved the places that wer went to and overall I would suggest people take Tourradar and Intrepid if they don't mind doing some of the labor involved.

We had a awesome and blast time touring Central Baltic. All hotel accommodations and ferry cabin were good and excellent. We learned about culture , history, architecture, food and so on. Wonderful walking tour. Highly recommend. Gina Tellez and Ray Bradley.

Other Regions in Nordic / Scandinavia

• Tasmania 7 day Tours (41)
• East Australia 7 day Tours (38)
• Australia Northern Territory 7 day Tours (33)
• Australian Outback 7 day Tours (30)
• East Australia 10 day Tours (29)
• East Australia 2 week Tours (24)
• East Australia 3 week Tours (24)
• Western Australia 7 day Tours (23)
• Western Australia 10 day Tours (20)
• Central Australia 7 day Tours (20)
• Red Centre 7 day Tours (20)
• Western Australia 2 week Tours (19)
• South Australia 7 day Tours (18)
• Victoria 7 day Tours (17)
• Australia West Coast 7 day Tours (16)
• Queensland 10 day Tours (16)

Bookings & Enquiries

Northern lights trips.

These Northern Lights trips are dedicated to the phenomena of the Aurora Borealis . These natural displays of green, white and purple light occur most frequently in the Polar Regions in a 2500 km radius off the geomagnetic pole. The zone with the most intense sightings of Aurora Borealis extends over Lapland in northern Scandinavia, Norway, Iceland, Greenland and Finland. As it happens this is our specialist area and we are here to help you witness this bucket list item.

Seeing the Northern lights is firmly on many travellers' bucket list. As the phenomenon is unpredictable and never guaranteed, seeing the Aurora lights require careful planning and positioning, which only adds to the thrill of ticking the spectacle off the list. Looking for more information about planning your Northern Lights trip package, visit our page about when to see the Northern Lights or continue reading below the listed tours.

Destination

Tour standard.

Lapland Highlights Escorted

11 days - Escorted small group - visiting Norway, Sweden and Finland | ICEHOTEL & Glass Igloos

• 2025 Dates Now Available - 12 travellers only

Glass Igloos & Lakeside Retreat

6 days - Gourmet food, boutique stays, Northern Lights and winter adventures

Northern Lights Short Adventure

4 days - Independent Northern Lights tour to Finnish Lapland. Sleep in an Aurora Glass Cabin and enjoy winter activities.

Chase the Northern Lights Express

11 days - Escorted Small Group tour to Norway and Finland with southbound Norwegian Coastal Voyage

Northern Lights in Autumn at the Aurora Village

5 days - Independent Northern Lights tour to Finnish Lapland. Sleep in an Aurora Glass Cabin and enjoy autumn activities.

Aurora Highlights Independent

5 days - Aurora Glass Cabin | Snow Hotel | Northern Lights - Kirkenes to Ivalo

• Best Seller

Experience the Northern Lights

15 days - Escorted Small Group tour to Norway and Finland with northbound Norwegian Coastal Voyage

Arctic TreeHouse Stay in Finland

5 days - Follow Eugene Levy's travels with a stay in the TreeHouse Hotel.

Northern Lights in Aurora Village Finland

5 days - Independent Northern Lights tour to Finnish Lapland. Sleep in an Aurora Glass Cabin and enjoy winter activities.

ICEHOTEL experience in Swedish Lapland

4 days - Independent tour staying at the ICEHOTEL all year round

• Great Value

Tromsø & the Northern Lights

6 days - Experience the Northern Lights from your own fisherman's cabin

Lapland Circle Independent

11 days - Independent tour - Staying at ICEHOTEL, Tromsø and 3 nights in Glass Igloos.

Swedish Aurora Glamping and Arctic Wellness

5 days - Discover the Swedish Lapland Highlights

• New CONE rooms

Dogsledding through Swedish Lapland

5 days - Extended adventure tour through Swedish Wilderness

• Perfect for teenagers

Northern Lights in Finland

4 days - Short stay to search for Northern Lights in Finnish Lapland

• Great value
• Refurbished rooms

Svalbard Northern Lights Adventure

4 days - Silent Esledding, Gourmet Food & Ice Cave Adventure in Spitsbergen

Northern Lights Stay at Lyngen Lodge

5 days - Mountain Lodge and winter adventures under the Northern Lights

Ice & Auroras in Swedish Lapland

5 days - Independent tour - Stay overnight in the ICEHOTEL. Sleep on reindeer skins.

Lapland Adventure Week

8 days - The best of Lapland with winter activities and overnight husky safari

Polar Bears and New Year's Eve in Lapland

5 days - Celebrate the New Year in Finland staying in modern apartments and overnight in Glass Igloo.

Northern Lights & Winter Magic

7 days - Boutique Northern Lights Glass Igloo Stay in two locations

• Adults only

Private Iceland Premium Short Tour

6 days - Winter tour of Iceland with Northern Lights focus and private tours

Christmas at Sunday Morning Resort

6 days - Family Christmas Tour with Sustainable Focus

Christmas in the Arctic

6 days - Independent Christmas tour, visiting Tromsø and new boutique Cahkal hotel in Finland

Rovaniemi and Wilderness Aurora Lodge

6 days - Visit Rovaniemi and Salla with winter wonderland experiences

Norwegian Winter Family Adventure

5 days - Family 'Frozen' adventure in Alta and the Snowhotel

Premium Northern Lights Tour of Finland and Norway

5 days - Stay in an Aurora Glass Cabin with private inclusions and transport

Festive Swedish Christmas Tour

5 days - Secluded Boutique Winter Guesthouse in Sweden

Christmas at Arctic TreeHouse Hotel Escorted

5 days - Visit Rovaniemi with a stay in the TreeHouse Hotel.

Lapland as a Local

7 days - Private Log Cabin | Village Stay | Authentic Activities

• Our favourite

Christmas Adventure in Ruka, Finland - escorted tour

5 days - Truly magical escorted Christmas tour in Northern Finland

• PRE-XMAS AVAILABLE ONLY

Arctic Wilderness and Auroras with local Sami Experience

7 day - Tromsø and the Reindeer Ranch glass igloos independent tour

Arctic Winter Wildlife Tour

5 days - Encounter winter wildlife in Finland's Ranua Wildlife Park and a stay in an Igloo

Aurora Highlights Reverse Independent

5 days - Aurora Glass Cabin | Snow Hotel | Northern Lights - Ivalo to Kirkenes

Aurora Safari in Swedish Lapland

6 days - Independent Aurora tour through Swedish Lapland staying at the Treehotel and ICEHOTEL

Aurora Wilderness Hideaway in Finland

6 days - Boutique Beana Laponia Hotel | Rovaniemi | Snowmobiling | Adults only

Autumn Auroras on Norway's Coast

6 days - Tromsø and Coastal Norwegian Northern Lights tour

Autumn Colours & Aurora Borealis

4 days - Experience Arctic Europe in its majestic autumn months

Beana Laponia and Levi Glass Igloos

5 days - Independent adults only stay at two luxury properties in Finnish Lapland

Christmas in Kurula’s Resort

6 days - Family Lakeside Stay in Finland with Christmas Activities

Christmas in Levi Glass Igloos

5 days - Spend Christmas in the heart of Northern Finland

• PRE-XMAS DATE AVAILABLE

Finnish Lapland Short Winter Break

5 days - Short break in Finnish Lapland with all the essential elements of Nordic winter holiday.

Fire, Ice & the Blue Lagoon - winter

5 days - Independent winter tour of Iceland with Northern Lights focus.

Glass Igloo Stay in Finland

5 days - Perfect winter stay in search for the Northern Lights

Golden Circle & Northern Highlights - Winter

7 days - An independent winter tour of Iceland

Havila Astronomy Sailing

12 days - Classic Norwegian Coastal Voyage with an Astronomy expert

Inari Autumn Auroras

4 days - Sámi cultural experiences on this short Autumn stay

Kirkenes Winter Experience

5 days - Snowhotel stay easily combined with Norwegian Coastal voyage

Lapland Arctic Highlights

5 days - Adventure and Northern Lights in a Wilderness Lodge in Finland

Lapland Autumn Retreat

4 days - Early Northern Lights, campfires and forest exploring at a peaceful Lapland resort

Lapland Family Adventure for Teenagers

5 days - Get set go - Active teenager adventure in Finland

• Premium with 7 active adventures included

Lapland Festive Adventure

5 days - Pre-Christmas Winter Adventure in a Wilderness Lodge in Finland

Lapland Festive Stay at Juutua

5 days - Pre-Christmas Winter Adventure in the Juutua Wilderness Lodge

Lofoten & Northern Lights

4 days - Seeing is believing - these islands are magical.

New Year's Adventure in Ruka, Finland - escorted tour

6 days - Escorted New Year's tour in Northern Finland

• 2024 Available

New Year's Eve in Levi Glass Igloos

5 days - Spend New Year's Eve in the heart of Northern Finland

New Year's in Aurora Village, Finland

5 days - Independent New Year's Eve tour to Finnish Lapland. Sleep in an Aurora Glass Cabin and enjoy winter activities.

Northern Lights & Arctic Sky in Kurula's Resort

5 days - Family Lakeside Suites in Finland with winter activities

Northern Lights Exploration

8 days - Small Group tour exploring the best of Western, Southern & Southeast Iceland in search of the Northern Lights

Northern Lights Holiday at Livo Arctic Resort

5 days - Stay at Aurora Cabins at Livo Arctic Resort in Posio, Finland

• NEW TOUR 2024

Northern Lights in the Arctic

6 days - Independent tour, visiting Tromsø and new boutique Cahkal hotel in Finland

Northern Lights Village in Pyhä

6 days - Stay at this new resort, opened December 2023 near Rovaniemi

• NEW TOUR FOR 2024

Senja, Wildlife & Auroras

6 days - Northern Norway Wildlife Safari, Northern Lights and Tromsø

• New Aurora Cabins

Spitsbergen Arctic Darkness

4 days - Out of this world 24-hour darkness, Arctic adventures and dogsledding

Svalbard Northern Lights for Thanksgiving

4 days - Make this Thanksgiving unforgettable in Svalbard, Arctic Norway.

Swedish Winter Adventure Tour

5 days - Short Sweden Winter Tour in a boutique family run lodge

Wilderness Aurora Lodge in Salla for Autumn

5 days - Visit Salla with authentic and wild autumn experiences

How can I travel to the Northern Lights region in Northern Europe?

The Northern lights tours typically take place above the Arctic Circle across the 50 Degrees North region. Flying in the Nordic region during winter is safe and convenient and winter conditions do not prevent flying or landing. As icy and snowy conditions in the far north are nothing unusual, airports are well prepared, and de-icing equipment is readily available. The industry is well regulated, planes are safe and pilots are very experienced in flying in all weather. There is no airport in Scandinavia without a convenient public transport connection to the nearest city.

Usually your first step is to get a flight to the capital city of Finland (Helsinki), Sweden (Stockholm) or Norway (Oslo) and either fly to a smaller town in Lapland - the nearest one to where you will be staying - or catch the local trains to the north. For example, you can catch an overnight train with a sleeping berth from Helsinki to Rovaniemi, arriving to the Arctic Circle in the morning. This is a very authentic way of travel, but not adviced if you're on a tight schedule.

Image: Aurora Village

When can you join a Northern Lights tour?

Many Northern lights tours operate from August to April, however most of the tours offered are from November until April when it is darker and colder in the region. If you have any time during these months available to travel, we would recommend later in the season when you have longer daylight hours for activities.

When should you book a Northern Lights tour?

Doing a Northern lights tour has been exceptionally popular recently with the Solar Maximum producing some of the most intense displays in over a decade. We suggest booking at least three to six months earlier to secure the best the region has to offer. Many of the hotels have built new facilities designed specifically with the Northern lights viewing in mind, such as the Glass Igloos in Kakslauttanen , Glass Igloos in Levi and the new chalets in Kirkenes.

We suggest you plan your itinerary with some Northern Lights excursions (such as snow mobiling or minivan tours) and then once you have arrived at your accommodation, you can add some more of these excursions if the conditions are right. Most tour operators will have some flexibility on a day-to-day basis as the weather conditions make a big difference to your success in seeing the Northern Lights.

Are there any day/night tours to see the Northern Lights that I can join?

There are a variety of different options to see the Northern lights within a tailor made Aurora lights tour. If you want to do a Northern lights tour in Norway, you can base yourself in one of the cities above the Arctic Circle and join evening trips that search for the Northern lights. Typically, the drivers and guides will research the weather forecast and the Aurora prediction websites each evening and will drive to the area most likely to show the aurora. A warm van, hot chocolates and sometimes an open fire, will keep you happy and cozy during the search.

Our region also offers many accommodation options designed to provide you comfortable ways to see the Northern lights. Positioned high up on a mountain in Sweden, the Abisko Aurora Sky station offers a viewing area and museum combined with a restaurant to enjoy at the same time. Abisko has a unique micro-climate which keeps the skies clear - ideal for seeing the lights!

Likewise, the patio and Jacuzzi at Lyngen Lodge, Norway or the Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Voyage deck and jacuzzi offer a great ‘bucket list’ spot to see the lights.

Similarly, perch yourself on a bar stool in the ION hotel in Iceland. This fabulous architecturally designed country hotel with huge foyer windows is a dramatic place to witness the Northern lights spectacle away from artificial light.

Are there any group tours to see the Northern Lights that I can join?

We offer several small group tours designed to see the Northern lights. In Iceland, there are several different small group coach tours that are designed around seeing the Northern Lights from Iceland's iconic spots.

This Norwegian Coastal (Kystruten) voyage and tour, Chase the Northern Lights , runs regularly during winter and is exclusive to 50 Degrees North. Fully escorted for the entire tour, this tour travels from Helsinki, to Rovaniemi and then down the Norwegian coast.

Can you predict if I will see the Northern Lights on my tour?

There are two kinds of Northern lights predictions: statistical and real-time ones. The former are based on a large amount of observations of Northern lights at different latitudes during several years. From these statistics we can say what is the probability of the occurrence of Northern lights during the course of year.

According to the statistics compiled by the Finnish Meteorological Institute, four nights out of five are illuminated by Northern lights in Northern Lapland (Kilpisjärvi-Utsjoki area) providing that the sky is free enough from clouds . On the coast of the Arctic Ocean in North Norway (e.g. in Tromsö) one can see Northern lights almost every night. Even in South Finland, for example in Helsinki, one can see them but much more seldom; in Helsinki only one night out of 20.

Remember, the occurrence of auroras depends on the latitude, so be sure to look Northwards for the lights. We always suggest staying in the Aurora Zone long enough for storms (i.e clouds) to pass. And just in case you haven't realised, during summer months you cannot see any aurora due to light nights (up to 24 hrs of light, i.e. the Midnight Sun). Generally, the best time to see auroras is between 9pm and 1am local time.

NOTE: The auroras come in lots of different shades and strengths. Some nights, you will be dazzled by brilliant lights whilst other nights, it is a dull hazy green, hard to see and rather vague. Fingers crossed for one of the magical nights!!

When the Earth's magnetic field is very disturbed, the auroras can spread all over Europe for a couple of hours.

To get more technical, the latter predictions are based on a space-weather monitoring system either by ground-based devices or satellites watching the space-weather conditions around the Earth. When the monitoring devices (e.g., magnetometers or particle detectors in a satellite) show certain deviations from the normal situation, one can expect that a space weather storm is approaching in a few hours.

The skill of real-time predictions is, unfortunately, rather low as we cannot make predictions for several days like forecasting normal weather. The reason for this shortcoming is that we do not fully understand the complicated processes, starting from the Sun and ending in the near-space of the Earth, involved in the cosmic ignition of the Northern lights. Therefore, more space-research is needed for better forecasts. For further information about the Northern Lights, refer to this Spaceweather website.

Have a look at our complete range of Northern Lights tours here.

• 39+ Reykjavik Excursions Day Tours Away from the City
• 21+ Biking, Walking, and Canal Tours in Copenhagen Denmark
• 29+ Walking, Biking, and Boat Tours in Stockholm Sweden
• 29+ Sightseeing Tours in Oslo Norway
• 29 Northern Lights Tours in Iceland, Norway, Finland, and Sweden
• MULTI-DAY TOURS
• GUIDE: Scandinavian Hotels
• Best Hotels in Oslo
• Best Hotels in Stockholm
• Best Time to Visit
• How to Plan a Trip to Scandinavia
• Copenhagen to Oslo
• Norway in a Nutshell Oslo to Bergen – the Journey
• Guide: Northern Lights in Norway
• Summer Packing List for Scandinavia
• Affiliate Disclosure
• Privacy Policy
• veronica@explorenordic.com

Viewing those bluish-greenish lights dance on the dark sky creates lifetime memories. You can get lucky and enjoy it by just being in the right place at the right time. You can also hunt for them and go seek them out. The easiest way to do that is to join one of the many northern lights tours. 

To see the Aurora Borealis, as the Northern Lights, is also called, is a bucket list experience for many. I still remember the few times I’ve enjoyed the Northern Lights. Growing up in southern Sweden, I had the privilege to go skiing up north, and with that, a few times, the Aurora Borealis showed up. I remember just gazing up in the sky and thinking, wow that’s beautiful. It’s been around 20 years ago since I first experienced the Northern Lights, but it has stuck with me.

Another memorable occasion is when I was visiting Reykjavik, Iceland. My now-husband and I walked up to the Hillgrimskirkje, it was evening, and the sky was dark, and there it was Aurora Borealis with its beautiful lights. The setting was perfect. We later had Mexican food, let’s just say, stick with the local food . The fish soup, for example, in Reykjavik harbor, is the best one I’ve ever had. It was delicious.

Where to Go to See the Aurora Borealis

For you to have the best chance of seeing the lights, going to the right place, at the right time, is crucial. Let’s start with where to go for the best chances of seeing the Northern Lights. Not limited to, but places around the Arctic circle are usually the best places to enjoy the lights.

The lights often show up in;

• Finland • Sweden • Norway • Iceland • Greenland • Canada • Alaska

Looking at the Nordic countries, some of the popular places to go looking for the Aurora Borealis are;

• Finland – Rovaniemi, Kemi • Sweden – Kiruna, Riksgransen • Norway – Tromso, Kirkenes • Iceland – Reykjavik, Akureyri

When to See the Northern Lights

Now, you know a few great places to go search for the lights, but when should you go? In general, for Finland, Norway , Sweden, and Iceland it’s a good time to go from mid-September to early April . With the right conditions, this is the time you will have the best chance to view the Aurora Borealis.

Realistic Expectations

Since the conditions have to be perfect for the Northern Lights, make sure you include a lot of other fun activities as well on your trip. Your main goal might be to see the Northern Lights but plan a vacation that would be amazing even if you don’t see them. It’s a natural phenomenon, and although the guides are great, and know how to predict them and where to look, at the end of the day, it’s up to mother nature.

A trip to the Nordic countries can include so many unique experiences, a husky ride, reindeer safari, snowmobiling, ice fishing, snowshoeing, and more the list goes on. When you plan your vacation, include a good variety of hunting for the northern lights with fun day activates as well.

Iceland Northern Lights Tours

Traveling to Iceland, discovering nature along with the Northern Lights, you are in for a treat. Ice caves, glacier lagoons, black sandy beaches, hot springs, waterfalls – Iceland is unique. It creates a story-like setting hunting for the northern lights in some of these environments.

When joining a tour to hunt for the lights, you can join a group tour, a small group tour, or do a private one. You can also choose based on specific interests, like a Super Jeep tour, a boat tour, a snowmobile tour, or a husky ride tour. The tours last from a couple of hours up to full-day excursions. Here are a few Northern Lights tours from Reykjavik, depending on what type of experience you are looking for.

Northern Light Tours from Reykjavik – Small Group Tours

With the small group tours, you can expect a maximum of 6 – 15 people depending on the excursion. The small groups make for a more personalized experience, and you will have plenty of opportunities to talk to the guide and ask questions.

Northern Light Tours from Reykjavik – Full Day Tour s

If you are up for a full-day tour, exploring some of the Reykjavik surroundings in combination with hunting for the northern lights when the dark arrives, there are plenty of options. You can discover the south part of Iceland with the black sandy beaches, waterfalls, and more. Maybe you want to do the classic Golden Circle tour. Or glacier hiking might be your thing during the day. In the evening, you look out for the lights. Here are some options.

Northern Light Tours from Reykjavik – Cruise and Boat Tours

Getting out on the water away from civilization is a great way to hunt for the lights. The quietness, the breeze, and hopefully the dancing light on the dark sky. Here are some boat and cruise options from Reykjavik.

Northern Light Tours from Reykjavik – Specific Interest Tours

Secret lagoons, ice caves, photography, multi-day tours, and more, there are many options to combine the hunt with a fun activity. Here are some options.

Northern Light Accommodation in Reykjavik – Our #1 Pick

Reykjavik Domes 

Although not in the city center of Reykjavik this glamping experience about 6 miles from the center is worth spending the night at. A fun, unique experience with large windows perfect for viewing the sky.

Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway

Just like Iceland, Norway is a beautiful place to explore the Aurora Borealis. Places like Tromso and Kirkenes offers many different kinds of tours, from evening tours to day tours. If you want to explore the wilderness more in-depth, you can enjoy overnight-tours lasting a couple of days.

Boat and cruise tours, unique experiences, and multiple-day tours in Tromso Norway are popular options.

Tromso Northern Lights Tours

For the best and most personal experience, join a small group, or book a private tour. There are a few good ones to choose between;

Unique Northern Lights Tours in Tromso

To combine the hunt for Northern Lights with other unique experiences allows for an exciting evening. There are many unique experiences to choose between. Maybe you want to go search for the light in a Tesla. A more traditional experience would be to listen to old folklores, learn more about the reindeer culture, and enjoy a traditional camp dinner. Another fun alternative is to enjoy a husky ride under the dark night.

Tromso Northern Lights Cruises

How about taking an evening cruise, sailing the waters, and at the same time enjoy the cold breeze and hopefully the beautiful lights. Get on a catamaran, on a boat with a jacuzzi, or as a dinner cruise, in Tromso. Which one would you prefer?

Northern lights tours – Multiple Days with Nordic Experiences

When the evening comes, go for a Northern Lights hunt snowshoeing. Enjoy the silence, and hopefully the dancing lights on the dark sky. Spend the night in an ice dome. When you wake up, enjoy a husky ride. This adventure is as close to nature as you can get.

Unless you want to be even more adventures and go for a longer husky ride and set camp in the wild. On this two-day adventure, you do not only search for the lights but also Norwegian wildlife. Is this the ultimate wildlife experience from Tromso ?

Finland Northern Lights Tours

Rovaniemi adventures northern lights tours.

Rovaniemi, Finland, offers many unique tours, combining the Northern Light hunt with adventures. How about a snowmobile tour, or 4-wheeler tour? Or maybe you want to enjoy the lights from the air? Here are a few of that stick out;

Relaxing Northern Lights Tours in Rovaniemi

You can’t go to Finland without exploring the Sauna culture, combining the Aurora Borealis and the sauna experience, now that’s an authentic Finnish experience. Other relaxing ways would be having a picnic or enjoying a hot bath in the jacuzzi under the lights.

Northern Light Accommodation in Rovaniemi – Our #1 Pick

Arctic TreeHouse Hotel

With big windows facing the woods, enjoying the evening from your room at the Arctic TreeHouse hotel is a treat. Relax, take in the surroundings and enjoy!

Sweden Northern Lights Tours

Many of the Swedish locations look at the whole experience, including unique accommodation along with fun winter activities. How about staying at the Jukkasjarvi Ice Hotel or the Treehotel in Harads , where the Aurora Borealis becomes part of the experience.

You can book northern lights activities directly with the hotels.

Here are a couple more multi-day tours in the Swedish Lapland;

Two final suggestions.

Realistic expectations – We have talked about some interesting, unique tours in this article. It is worth mentioning again when it comes to natural phenomena like the Aurora Borealis, mother nature decides. Combining the light hunt with other adventures allows you to have a great time, even though they might not show.

It will be cold – The geographic area close to the Arctic circle can get cold in the winter. Make sure you dress appropriately to stay warm and cozy, for the best experience. Layer up your clothes, stay dry and wear comfortable, warm shoes.

Exploring the Northern lights is a dream for many I hope that these Northern Lights Tours in Iceland, Norway, Finland, and accommodation in Sweden will help you make that dream a reality.

Have you seen the Aurora Borealis? Is it on your bucket list? Feel free to share in the comment section below,

Just want to let you know;   some of my posts might contain affiliate links.  If you buy something through those links, it will not cost you  a penny more, but I might earn a commission.  That will allow for this site to  keep going.  Thanks!

Written by  Veronica

Born and raised in Sweden, now living in the US, Veronica has a passion for Scandinavian travel. As a former product design specialist with a Scandinavian tour operator, she has extensive knowledge of tour planning and the Scandinavian countries.

2 thoughts on “ 29 Northern Lights Tours in Iceland, Norway, Finland, and Sweden ”

Wow, I had no idea that there were that many northern lights-related tours and cruises offered. I think it would be very cool to see them while staying in one of the ice hotels, but I can’t even imagine what staying in one of those would be like.

There are lot of variations, for sure, when it comes to Northern light tours. Based on your interest, you have many options. How does relaxing in a hot tub or enjoying a husky ride while watching the Aurora Borealis sound? The ice hotels are beautiful, and for sure an experience. Many just do one night in the ice building and then stay in the hotel part for the rest of the duration. It’s a cozy experience for sure, you should try it :). The domes are pretty cool to stay at as well, allowing you to enjoy the dark night (with hopefully the Northern Lights showing up) from your bed.

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

Monthly Scandinavian Newsletter!

Sign-up free.

21 Biking, Walking, and Canal Tours in Copenhagen

• Scandinavian Hotels – The Ultimate Guide
• 4 Luxury Hotels in Reykjavik Iceland
• Best Hotels in Stockholm Sweden
• Best Hotels in Oslo Norway
• Small Group Tours Scandinavia | 5 Amazing Countries in 16 Days
• Walking Tours in Helsinki | Explore the Finnish Capital

Recent Posts

• Stockholm By Bike | A Symphony of Scenic Splendor and Biking Bliss
• Exploring Viking Sites in Iceland: A Journey into Norse History and Heritage
• What Is the Currency in Finland? 
• What Is the Currency in Iceland? Icelandic Krona Guide
• Swedish Culture and Traditions to Know Before Traveling the Country

29 Northern Light Tours in the Nordics

Privacy Overview

Thanks for visiting nordicvisitor.com! For the very best browsing experience on our website, we urge you to upgrade to the most recent version of your browser . Some of our site features may not function properly on older versions.

Travel Update

• Search Suggested Results View All Results
• EUR (€)
• GBP (£)
• Self Drive i
• Guided Small Groups i
• Independent Tours i
• Scandinavian Triangle i
• Honeymoon & Romance i
• All Types & Themes
• All Scandinavia Tours

Best Sellers

• Special Offers
• Book With Confidence i
• Why book with us i
• Booking Terms i
• Sustainability Policy i
• Scandinavia at a Glance i
• Useful Information i
• Scandinavia Attractions i
• Scandinavia Blog i
• Scandinavia
• Switzerland
• United Kingdom
• Manage Booking
• Privacy policy

Iceland Bíldshöfði 20 110 Reykjavík +354 578 20 80 View Map

Sweden Scotland View Details

Your Scandinavian Travel Agency

Imagine exploring breathtaking fjords and vibrant cities on a tour of the Scandinavian countries: Sweden, Norway and Denmark. When you book with Nordic Visitor, a leading Scandinavian travel agency, you’ll have a dedicated local expert to plan your entire trip for you.

Multi-Country Tours

Enjoy a smorgasbord of different cultures and experiences on a combination tour of several Scandinavian countries.

Why choose Scandinavian combo?

• See all the highlights of several countries on an expert-crafted itinerary
• Marvel at the colourful capitals of Sweden, Norway & Denmark
• Travel through the scenic Swedish countryside
• Explore the majestic Norwegian fjords by car, train or boat

Best of Scandinavia Classic

Train & cruise, capitals of scandinavia, highlights of scandinavia, sweden, denmark & norway, choose by season.

Discover Scandinavia at a time of year that suits you.

Summer Tours

Travel to Scandinavia between May and September for more daylight hours and mild weather.

Winter Tours

Experience the charm of Scandinavia in winter by visiting between October and April.

One-Country Tours

Focus on one Scandinavian or Nordic country exclusively with these one-destination tours. Choose from Norway's fjords and mountains, Iceland's otherworldly landscapes, and more!

Get ready for dramatic hilltop views and coasts carved with impressive fjords.

Experience the most sought-out natural sites and incredible activities of this popular Nordic nation.

Travel through Sweden’s idyllic landscape and visit serene lakes and forests.

Discover the stunning beauty and fascinating history of Lapland, a true winter wonderland.

Top Scandinavia Travel Ideas

Explore Scandinavia with our popular travel styles.

Guided Group Tours

Explore with a local guide and up to 16 like-minded travellers.

Scandinavian Triangle

Visit Norway, Sweden and Denmark by land and sea.

Independent Tours

Discover Scandinavia’s beauty by coastal cruise, rail and road.

Discover Scandinavia on the open road.

Different ways to see Scandinavia

Whatever your interest, we have the package for you.

Castles and Royalty

Independent cruise, scandinavian countryside, culture and history, family trips, romance and honeymoon, railway journeys.

Spring Sale

Browse our special offers to save 10% on your 2024 group tour around Scandinavia.

Get in touch with one of our local travel experts

Whatever your needs, we are here to help. If you have any questions about our packages or services, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Our Scandinavia Tour Reviews

Here’s what some of our lovely customers think about our Scandinavia tours.

Anita Singapore

We were very pleased with the service provided by our travel consultant, Sofia. She was very prompt in replying to... read more

We were very pleased with the service provided by our travel consultant, Sofia. She was very prompt in replying to all our queries. We enjoyed the itinerary where different experiences were offered - various train rides and cruises.The hotels were good, all centrally located and spacious with very good breakfasts provided. Everything is planned for with detailed information, maps and vouchers. All we needed to do was present ourselves at the various venues. We felt assured that there is someone who knows our plans and who we could call upon should we require any assistance. I would definitely recommend Nordic Visitor to anyone who wants to go Scandinavia on a free-and-easy yet have all the hassle of planning taken care of.

Graham and Sylvia Canada

We felt that every aspect of our contact with you was professional and excellent and are very pleased we chose to... read more

We felt that every aspect of our contact with you was professional and excellent and are very pleased we chose to book through you. There were no complications, errors, annoyances. We had a marvelous time in the three beautiful capital cities and loved every moment of our travels in them. We were especially impressed by the friendliness, courtesy and exemplary English spoken.

Your Scandinavian Travel Experts

Your itinerary is made with intimate local knowledge. That’s because your dedicated travel consultant has first-hand experience of all activities and hotels along the way. Our Scandinavia travel experts regularly inspect all services on our tours to ensure nothing but the best for our customers.

Quick Facts

Why choose Nordic Visitor

Book With Confidence

Secure your trip your way with Nordic Visitor. Book a tour with as little as 10% deposit. With a 20% deposit or more, you will receive our Cancellation Protection free of charge. You can also pay the full price right away to guarantee today’s exchange rate. Terms & conditions apply.

Trusted local travel experts

Established in 2002, Nordic Visitor creates unforgettable travel experiences across Northern Europe. Our travel experts have all lived and travelled extensively in Scandinavia, and create your itinerary with their insider knowledge and travel experience. Travel with us, and you’ll take home lasting memories.

Great reviews

Nordic Visitor is dedicated to the best service quality, and this is reflected year after year when TripAdvisor awards us with their Certificate of Excellence. We also take great pride in our customer feedback: 97% of our travellers say they would recommend us to friends and family.

Flexible tour options

Everyone’s travel wish list is different, so we are happy to update your tour with extra days, optional activities and pretours. This means you’ll have more opportunities to experience all that Scandinavia has to offer.

Hassle-free experience

Depend on us to take away the hassle of travel. You’ll receive a comprehensive itinerary, a dedicated travel consultant and all of your tickets and activities booked. We work with our network of trusted local businesses to make your trip seamless, saving you time and effort.

You are in good hands

One of our travel experts is always on call 24/7 to handle any unforeseen situations during your trip. Unexpected delays or weather? No problem. Nordic Visitor will rework your itinerary, re-book activities and fix your accommodation, all while keeping you informed.

Full financial protection

With Nordic Visitor, you have peace of mind knowing your tour arrangements with us are 100% financially protected. Your payments are safeguarded as we comply with European Union laws on Package Travel regulations. This guarantees you a refund in the unlikely event of insolvency.

Exploring Scandinavia

Imagine feeling the fresh sea breeze on your face as you take a coastal cruise, or marvelling at the deep valleys of Norway’s fjords - soon you could experience this and even more. Here’s just a taste of what you could get up to…

• Photograph the jaw dropping cliffs and “mouth” of Norway’s Nærøyfjord and Geirangerfjord
• Explore the colourful Norwegian wharf of Bryggen , a UNESCO World Heritage site in Bergen
• Wander around the cultural landmarks and green parks of Norway’s capital, Oslo
• Ride the legendary Flåm Railway , one of Norway’s steepest rail climbs, and see remarkable views
• Roam the historic cobbled streets of Gamla Stan Old Town and learn about Sweden’s rich history
• Cast your eyes on Sweden’s beautiful Stockholm archipelago
• Discover the majestic history of the Christiansborg Palace , the seat of the Danish Parliament
• Release your inner child at Denmark’s Tivoli Gardens , one of the oldest amusement parks in the world
• Visit the capital of cool, Copenhagen , and try tasty local specialties like Smørrebrød

Frequently Asked Questions About Scandinavia

You may have a few questions about your upcoming trip to Scandinavia, so we’ve collected and answered the most important ones for your convenience. Or, if you want to know more about our processes and payment details, check out our FAQ page .

1. What countries make up Scandinavia?

Scandinavia is a region in Northern Europe that is made up of Sweden, Denmark and Norway. The neighbouring countries of Finland and Iceland are technically 'Nordic' rather than 'Scandinavian'. But many people consider them Scandinavian because they share many cultural similarities.

2. Are Finland and Iceland in Scandinavia?

Scandinavia is typically defined as the countries of Denmark, Norway and Sweden. Finland and Iceland are technically ‘Nordic’ countries as they are not part of the Scandinavian peninsula.

However, due to shared celebrations and cultural norms, both Iceland and Finland can loosely be considered Scandinavian in many ways.

3. Why travel to Scandinavia?

Imagine looking out to incredible views of endless fjords, visiting chic ‘Scandi-cool’ cities and enjoying the midnight sun by the many charming canals and harbours. Scandinavia is a brilliant destination for its balance between urban areas and nature reserves, and you benefit from the best of both with the opportunity to go on pretty hiking trails and sightseeing in the city.

It’s a feast for the senses as well, with colourful UNESCO heritage wharfs, cruises along the Baltic sea and literal smörgåsbords of delicious food. A long-time favourite of nature lovers, hikers, city breakers and fans of architecture, Scandinavia has activities and points of interest for everyone.

What's more, the region has been named by top publications as one of the best destinations to visit in Northern Europe this year . 

If we’ve whet your appetite and you’re curious about the attractions here, then read our first-time visitor guide to Scandinavia .

4. Where to visit in Scandinavia?

Scandinavia has so many must-see cities and points of interest that it’s hard to list them all. Here are our favourite cultural hotspots and famous sights:

• Geirangerfjord, Norway
• Copenhagen, Denmark
• Pulpit Rock or Preikestolen, Norway
• Bergen, Norway
• Gothenburg, Sweden
• Helsinki, Finland
• Oslo, Norway
• Stockholm, Sweden
• Flåm, Norway
• Tivoli Gardens, Denmark

For more information about exploring the region, read this handy guide on the best times and places to go , or check out the top Scandinavian cities to visit .

5. When is the best time to visit?

Scandinavia is stunning all year round and there’s plenty to see and do during each season. Pinpointing the best time for you depends on your preferences when travelling. For pleasant weather and extended hours of daylight, visit Scandinavia during the summer months.

Visit in the winter or shoulder seasons for a quieter trip with charming, festive sights. If the northern lights are your must-see, then we’d recommend checking out our Norway and Lapland packages.

For more information and travel ideas read our comprehensive guide on when to visit Scandinavia .

6. How to get around Scandinavia?

A popular option to travel around Scandinavia is via railway. Highly rated by locals, the trains are usually clean, comfortable and most importantly, prompt. The railway routes pass by stunning scenery making for an extraordinary “commute” and there are opportunities to stretch your legs on board.

Sailing from destination to destination on a cruise is also a great way to see Scandinavia, as each voyage will give you amazing views of coastal attractions such as the Norwegian fjords. For our cruise and train packages , we arrange all of the timings for you and tickets are booked before you arrive for peace of mind.

Another great way to travel around Scandinavia is by guided mini-bus tour. Unlike larger coach tours, our small group tours have a maximum of 16 people. You get to travel with a local guide who will show you their perspective of Scandinavia, and not just repeat what’s written in the guidebooks.

Scandinavia also has some of the best self-drive road trip routes in the world. You could see the countless islands of the Stockholm archipelago here, as well as seaviews from Hardangerfjord Bridge or vistas from the highest mountain passage in Norway, Sognefjell.

For more ideas on how to explore Scandinavia, check out our range of travel packages .

7. Can I choose the arrival date?

Yes you can choose your ideal arrival dates. We have a wide range of arrival options depending on the package and season. Our tours are all available to book online so once you’ve found your favourite one, you can choose the best dates for you. If you’ve already booked but need to change your dates, get in touch with your travel consultant to rearrange your bookings.

8. When should I book my flights?

We recommend that you book your package and wait for confirmation before you organise your flights as this ensures that your tour is secured and you have all of the correct timing information.

We advise checking flight times and dates beforehand so you can pinpoint your ideal tour dates. Get in touch with your dedicated travel consultant to move your tour dates if your flights change.

9. Can we add extra nights in some locations?

You can add extra nights at the start and end of all tours. For some tours, you can ask your consultant to add extra nights at destinations along the way as well. You can do this online when you book, or if you’ve already booked your package, contact your travel consultant as soon as possible to update your tour.

10. Can I customise a tour from scratch?

By booking one of our packages, you’ll enjoy fantastic accommodation, carefully planned routes and pre-booked activities. As well as this, we can personalise your itinerary with added nights at the start and end of your journey and, depending on the package, extra stops during your trip.

While we may not always build a tour from scratch, we will try our best to include any special sights or attractions you want to go to.

11. What should I pack to wear in Scandinavia?

Scandinavia is a region in Northern Europe, so the weather can be a little temperamental in most seasons. We advise that you prepare for all outcomes by packing the following:

• Warm jumper or fleece
• Thermal layers
• Waterproof jacket and trousers
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Small day bag or rucksack
• Binoculars  

For more information on what to pack and wear, take a look at our handy Norway packing guide .

About Nordic Visitor

Established in 2002, Nordic Visitor is a travel agency that creates amazing travel experiences for customers across Scandinavia. Our travel consultants are passionate about providing excellent quality service and will be available to help you before, during and after your trip. Every package is created from scratch by our travel experts and is regularly quality tested.

Reasons to choose us include:

• Personalised itinerary: you deserve the trip of a lifetime, so depend on our travel experts to create and organise an amazing trip.
• Quality checked accommodation: all of our accommodation is tried and tested by our local specialists to guarantee an excellent stay.
• 24/7 helpline: for peace of mind, there’s always a travel consultant on the other end of our 24/7 helpline.
• Travel expertise: your journey will be extra special with our team's insider knowledge and Scandinavia experience.

Get social with us

Follow our adventures in the North and share your own with us.

Sign up for our newsletter

We’re here to help, so get in touch with our friendly team to book your package or add extra nights and activities to an existing booking.

Our Scandinavian phone number is +46 8 666 23 30

How about a live chat with one of our local travel experts?

Read about Scandinavia

7 scandinavian cities you need to visit, the ultimate scandinavia guide: the best times & places to visit, 7 amazing scandinavia tour ideas for first-time visitors, why scandinavia is perfect for solo travel.

Whether you have a single question or a special request, we're here for you.