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61 Northern Lights trips. Tours from 40 tour companies. 135 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Aurora and Ice Caves Photo Tour around Iceland
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Chance to capture the Northern lights
  • Visitbreathtaking glaciers, surreal ice caves, frozen waterfalls, majestic mountains, marvellous coastlines and geothermal areas
  • Learn new techniques
  • Take your photography skills to a higher level

Themes

Photography

What travelers are saying

"In September 2018 I departed on an adventure of a lifetime, to photograph Greenland’s Scoresby Sound with Iceland Photo Tours. This 8 day tour fulfilled every expectation I had, a comfortable classic vessel to navigate the Iceberg rich waterways, deliver us to sensational land locations to explore on foot areas that truly take your breath away. Our crew on the Donna Wood couldn’t have been more helpful in getting us to the right location at the right time to capture the best image that was possible. Catering was superb from the ships galley and I am positive we all went home a few pounds heavier. A very special thanks to our tour guide Kathleen Croft for without her hard work and dedication ensuring that every individual on the tour had a full understanding of their equipment made our trip very enjoyable, she virtually guaranteed that all on the tour would go home with images that will be shown and spoken about for many years to come. On our tour the partisans’ had varied skills and experience with photography, from never have picked up camera before to competent photographs, so if you are contemplating a trip with Iceland Photo Tours you could not go wrong in having Kathleen as your tour guide. I look forward to catching up with friends made on this tour and making new ones on my next tour, thank you Iceland Photo Tours for a truly memorable tour."

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  • Fully customized trip based on preferences
  • Matched with a local specialist
  • From $200 per person per day
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Northern Flavours Aurora Getaway
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By Landsby
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Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What travelers are saying

"Our mini vacation was wonderful. Pangea House was beautiful and our hosts were excellent. Very welcoming and accommodating, wonderful breakfasts and an amazing 5 course dinner. We especially appreciated all the cooking tips from Geoff. As it turns out, they lived just a few blocks from us in Toronto before moving to Gananoque. And the helicopter tour was great. I am afraid of heights but Scott was an excellent pilot, focused on our safety first but made the trip fun as well. And I felt totally comfortable! I will definitely keep you in mind when we plan another trip! Thanks again for all your help Pat and Jim"

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Northern Lights Escape
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Blue Lagoon, Gullfoss, Jokulsarlon

Highlights

  • On this trip we are travelling in our own private minibus as this allows us to reach some more off the beaten path destinations and gives us flexibility which would not be possible by public transport. And on top of that all our vehicles in Iceland have complimentary Wi-Fi.
  • There's a lot more to Iceland than ice and vikings. Follow the scenic 'Golden Circle', visiting geothermal springs and geysers, the mighty waterfall of Gullfoss and the site of the nation's first parliament at Thingvellir
  • Drive along the island’s spectacular South Shore past the Reynisdrangar Rocks and volcanic black sand beaches
  • Head to Skaftafell National Park and get adventurous with a hike to Vatnajokull, Europe's largest glacier
  • The aurora borealis is the best lightshow on Earth, and this trip is your ticket. Stay up late to see the northern sky dance with green light (subject to weather conditions and activity)

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I went on the Intrepid 15 day "Best of Morocco" tour in 2025 and had such an amazing time that I wasn't ready to leave by the time the trip finished! It exceeded my expectations in so many ways: value for money, itinerary, a lot of included activities balanced with lots of rest stops on longer travel days, very caring & attentive local guides, and lots of optional activities. As a company, Intrepid was very easy to communicate with before the trip started (I had sent a few questions about optional activities). The website is also easy to navigate and simple for updating travel & health information. If you are considering doing a tour with Intrepid - make sure you read the Essential Trip Information they have on each tour page. It describes everything in detail so you'll know what to expect. While I LOVED my tour, I can see some people signing up for this without reading the description and then being surprised at some of the 2 star hotels (in this case it was the "Original" tour style). Overall, I am impressed at how this tour managed to simultaneously get us closer to Moroccan culture AND feel like an adventure AND feel like a vacation from day-to-day life back home. I would travel with Intrepid again."

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Aurora, Sauna, and Hotsprings: Modern Cabin Stay
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Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What travelers are saying

"Elena, thank you for FLAWLESSLY planning our European Vacation! We had a fabulous time and look forward to our next vacation planned by you! Remo, Elena, Julia & Teia"

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Snowshoeing in Finland
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

  • Break new trails on a snowshoeing adventure in Finland’s remote north
  • Journey through a winter wonderland: frozen lakes, waterfalls and fjells
  • Take riverside trails to experience the wild landscape of Oulanka National Park
  • Discover snow-laden ‘monster’ trees in Riisitunturi National Park
  • Warm up in the sauna and outdoor hot tub at our welcoming accommodation

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Education / Learning, National Parks, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"Excellent service"

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Roam Responsibly Under the Northern Lights
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By Landsby
preferred
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What travelers are saying

"Our mini vacation was wonderful. Pangea House was beautiful and our hosts were excellent. Very welcoming and accommodating, wonderful breakfasts and an amazing 5 course dinner. We especially appreciated all the cooking tips from Geoff. As it turns out, they lived just a few blocks from us in Toronto before moving to Gananoque. And the helicopter tour was great. I am afraid of heights but Scott was an excellent pilot, focused on our safety first but made the trip fun as well. And I felt totally comfortable! I will definitely keep you in mind when we plan another trip! Thanks again for all your help Pat and Jim"

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Finland Family Winter Adventure
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Go beyond the Arctic Circle for a family-friendly adventure in Sápmi’s wild winter wonderland
  • Learn the basics of snowshoeing on a gentle walk past frozen rapids and the Kitkajoki River
  • Get to grips with cross-country skiing under the guidance of an instructor
  • Make friends with a pack of huskies on a dog-sledding adventure through the snow
  • Look to the vast sky for a nightly chance to witness the Northern Lights

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Family Friendly, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Excellent service"

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Canadian Rockies & Northern Lights
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Alberta, Banff, Calgary, Canadian Rockies, Jasper, Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise

Highlights

  • Spend time exploring Edmonton, Smoky Lake and Banff, stopping to admire the surrounding mountain ranges.
  • Navigate the frozen waterfalls, ice caves and ice formations of Johnston and Grotto Canyons on guided explorations among these sparkling landscapes.
  • Spend two nights at an Indigenous-owned lodge within a designated Dark Sky Preserve, where you’ll learn about Indigenous Métis culture by day and search for the Aurora Borealis by night.
  • Cruise from Jasper to Banff driving on the Icefields Parkway and enjoy the roadside views – made even more scenic when you’re not the one driving!
  • Discover the natural beauty of renowned Lake Louise, and perhaps join an optional sleigh ride around its snow-covered banks.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"I went on the Intrepid 15 day "Best of Morocco" tour in 2025 and had such an amazing time that I wasn't ready to leave by the time the trip finished! It exceeded my expectations in so many ways: value for money, itinerary, a lot of included activities balanced with lots of rest stops on longer travel days, very caring & attentive local guides, and lots of optional activities. As a company, Intrepid was very easy to communicate with before the trip started (I had sent a few questions about optional activities). The website is also easy to navigate and simple for updating travel & health information. If you are considering doing a tour with Intrepid - make sure you read the Essential Trip Information they have on each tour page. It describes everything in detail so you'll know what to expect. While I LOVED my tour, I can see some people signing up for this without reading the description and then being surprised at some of the 2 star hotels (in this case it was the "Original" tour style). Overall, I am impressed at how this tour managed to simultaneously get us closer to Moroccan culture AND feel like an adventure AND feel like a vacation from day-to-day life back home. I would travel with Intrepid again."

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Aurora Borealis Adventure
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By Landsby
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Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What travelers are saying

"Our mini vacation was wonderful. Pangea House was beautiful and our hosts were excellent. Very welcoming and accommodating, wonderful breakfasts and an amazing 5 course dinner. We especially appreciated all the cooking tips from Geoff. As it turns out, they lived just a few blocks from us in Toronto before moving to Gananoque. And the helicopter tour was great. I am afraid of heights but Scott was an excellent pilot, focused on our safety first but made the trip fun as well. And I felt totally comfortable! I will definitely keep you in mind when we plan another trip! Thanks again for all your help Pat and Jim"

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Northern Lights Reviews & Ratings

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Perfect introduction to Iceland!

Overall I had a spectacular time on this trip. The scenery was unbelievable and the group was great. I was a bit underwhelmed by our guide - while he was super nice ...

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Anonymous

Jan 2018

Fantastic fun in the snow

I was looking for a trip that I could go on with my wife who is not happy with camping and wishes to have some degree of comfort. This trip seemed to tick all the ...

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Anonymous

Apr 2017

Delightful trip to a peaceful place

The remote forests of Finland are a very peaceful place, and tramping through them in snowshoes is an ideal way to immerse yourself in their tranquillity. The trees...

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Anonymous

Aug 2016

snow shoeing in finland

this was a great week in the finnish wilderness at a very comfortable lodge with great food, the clothing we got was great quality and kept us warm. there was a huge...

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Anonymous

Aug 2016

SNOWSHOEING IN FINLAND

a wonderful trip exploring the snowy landscape of 2 of the national parks.  A very warm welcome from our lead Eki and all the team at the basecamp. Gently ...

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Northern Lights Tour Selection Trips

  • The Northern Lights operate on their own timetable, dependent on atmospheric conditions. You’re never guaranteed an appearance at any given time, but you can maximize your chances. 
  • The best opportunities to witness the lights are when the skies are clear and dark in the fall through spring. Summer skies are too bright for viewing, and cloudy, snowy skies can prevent viewing.
  • While September-October and March-April may bring more chances to see the lights, they tend to be at their brightest in winter darkness. 
  • The Northern Lights are most commonly witnessed on or above the Arctic Circle – approximately 66 degrees latitude – but occasionally dip much lower, into U.S. states such as Michigan and Maine or, in Europe, into Scotland, England or even northern France.  
  • You can increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights by traveling to places where they are most common – such as the region around Fairbanks, Alaska; Whitehorse, Canada; or Abisko National Park, Sweden. 
  • For the darkest skies, avoid scheduling your aurora borealis tour for days when the moon is full and bright (the new moon is ideal) and be sure to get out into the countryside away from city lights. Peak viewing time is generally around midnight.

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