Lost among Norway’s stunning fjordland, 400km north of the Arctic Circle, Tromso is one of the world’s more isolated city-break destinations. Yet, against all the odds, it’s a place that revels in a richness of cultural delights, from a vibrant arts and music scene to a roaring pub route and cutting-edge restaurants. The surrounding stage set of stunning snow-capped peaks and regular aurora spectaculars adds a seriously exciting edge to this stylish Scandinavian city. See itinerary ideas
But there’s far more to Tromso than just long weekends spent hunting the Northern Lights. A short hop from downtown, you’ll find plunging fjords and islands home to a dazzling array of wildlife. In the Lyngen Alps, there’s everything from snowmobiling and husky sledding to guided tasting sessions at the world’s northernmost brewery. Also nearby, Malangen Resort offers a crowd-pleasing blend of first-class food, fabulous views and the chance to hunt the aurora from a camp deep in the wilderness. And, while Tromso has traditionally been a one-stop shop for snowbound adventure, there’s plenty to see in the wider region, too. Over the next few pages we’ll show you how to combine a stay in the city with a journey further afield; there’s a trip out to the island of Sommaroy, and even a border-hopping jaunt to Sweden’s ICEHOTEL.
Why we recommend:
- Tromso is situated at the centre of the Northern Lights ‘zone’, which rings the Magnetic North Pole
- Malangen Resort guests typically see the Northern Lights on 80% of nights during their Camp Nikka Northern Lights excursions
- Tromso’s scenic location – locked between fjords and rugged mountain ranges – offers calmer weather than the coast, insulated from high winds and stormy weather
- Range of excursions on offer, led by experienced operators
- Direct flights from London Gatwick
