Top Tromso Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Chase the Aurora Borealis, aka, 'The Northern Lights,' through Norway's Arctic skies on this small-group adventure from Tromso. Head outside of the city, past stunning mountains and fjords to find the lights―sometimes traveling all the way to the Swedish and Finnish borders alongside guides ranging from professional tour guides to local aurora hunters. While sightings are never guaranteed exquisite natural scenery is always part of the excursion―as are a complimentary dinner, snacks, and beverages. Get hunting!

This tour takes you to an arctic fjord and spectacular unspoiled scenery that you wouldn’t be able to see from the mainland. Set off on a hybrid-electric boat and enjoy learning about the local landscape, as well as history, wildlife, culture, and coastal villages through onboard guide commentary. As an added bonus, the tour also allows you to explore ocean ecosystems using an underwater drone.

Kvaløya, one of the many islands near Tromsø, offers unbridled nature just outside the city. On this tour, you’ll head deep into Norway’s Arctic expanse, traveling along the arms of fjords, up mountains, to sparkling lakes, and into traditional Norwegian villages. Scenic drive complete, you’ll arrive in Sommarøy, beloved for its vistas and — yes — white-sand beaches.

Experience the untamed beauty of the Arctic wilderness! Northern Norway will surprise you with its unique landscape of fjords, mountains, beaches and picturesque villages. During this 5-hour round trip of Kvaløya island, we take care of the full package: pictures of you and the landscape, local pastries, hot beverages, a knowledgeable guide and a driver that will show you the most beautiful spots in the area. We will stop in many places to show you as much as possible during the tour. These breaks are also an excellent opportunity for spotting wildlife, like reindeer and sea eagles. Please note that animal sighting is never guaranteed. To keep you warm and comfortable while outside, we provide thermal suits and boots. To ensure that you have the perfect souvenir from your tour, your guide will send you the photos free of charge the following day. Hop in the minibus with us and enjoy the beauty of the Arctic!

Traveling by dog sled is the quintessential way to see the Arctic wilderness, but it takes some practice. This small-group tour from Tromsø will teach you how to control your sled and mush your own team of huskies.

Small group maximun 15 guests We do all the calculations so that you get the maximum chance of witnessing the most beautiful natural phenomenon in the sky, the Northern Lights or Aurora Borealis Free Wi-Fi throughout the trip When we find clear skies, we make camp fire, grill sausages and serve light hot meal, vegan and vegetarian as well, while we wait for the northern lights. The hot chocolat helps to keep you warm. The camera in the windscreen in the minibus shows you the night sky on the TV screen, with this, you may be the one to find the northern lights this night. Toilet in heated tent is always brought in the minibus so you don't have to worry We give you next chance guarantee, i.e., if you don't see the northern light on the first trip, you get a second chance at 50% discount if we have free capacity at the time you want the new trip. Sometimes the trip goes to the Finnish/Swedish border. We do portraits of you for free, if we are given the opportunity. Welcome!

Chase the Northern Lights with this bus tour from Tromsø’s city center. Maximize your chances to see the natural phenomenon by traveling to areas with the best weather conditions. Learn about the Northern Lights, including how to photograph them, during the journey and set up your camera to watch Aurora Borealis.

Immerse yourself in Sami culture and feed a herd of reindeer during this half-day adventure from Tromsø. With your Sami guides, travel to the Sami camp and enter the lavuu, or traditional Sami tent, for a typical meal with your hosts. Learn about the culture, history, traditions, and folklore of the Sami people while sitting around the campfire. Listen as the guides perform a joik, or traditional Sami song. Be sure to bring warm, layered clothing.

Get acquainted with traditional Sami culture and reindeer on a half-day tour from Tromso. Alongside your guide, experience the joy of reindeer sledding through Tromso's picturesque, and snow-shrouded landscape. After feeding a herd of 200 reindeer, take a comfortable seat inside a ‘lavuu’ (Sami tent) to listen to stories about Sami culture around a campfire. Revitalize with delicious Sami dishes while listening to your guide perform a ‘joik’ (traditional Sami song).

Embark on an adventurous Northern Lights chase in Northern Norway aboard a modified Mercedes Benz Vito. With a professional photographer as a guide and a small group, you'll get plenty of attention and tips on how to capture the best possible photos of the Aurora Borealis. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tromoso are included for convenience, as well as all thermal gear to keep warm and a portion of homemade soup.

Take in the dreamy beauty of the northern lights as you sip hot chocolate and enjoy sausages over a cozy bonfire. Your guides lead your small group to the clearest viewing spots and take professional photos to be shared with you by email. They also provide thermal suits, hats, mittens, and heat packs to keep you warm and comfortable.

Experience the sublime scenery of the Arctic summer during this small-group Norwegian road trip from Tromsø. Enjoy the long days and gorgeous views as you travel to Whale Island, one of the country’s biggest, and pass through an eye-popping landscape of fjords, mountains, lakes, and small villages. A home-made picnic lunch is also included.

There are few Arctic sights more dazzling than the northern lights. With this night cruise, set sail along the coastline of Tromsøya Island to try and catch a glimpse of this spectacular natural phenomenon while enjoying a dinner of local tapas-style dishes. Enjoy views of the twinkling lights of Tromsø along the shore while gliding silently through the waters of the Norwegian Sea.

Guided tours are relatively expensive and can follow rigid itineraries with tight schedules. This self-guided audio tour of Atlan Tromso—also called the “Paris of the North”— traces the city’s central and seaside highlights helping travelers to explore completely at their own pace. Highlights include visiting the Arctic Cathedral, Polar Museum, Roald Amundsen statue, the main city square, Tromsø Cathedral, and more.

Get the chance to observe humpback whales and orcas while causing minimal disturbance to their environment during a whale-watching cruise on a boat with a silent hybrid-electric engine. The boat features two indoor saloons with panoramic windows and three outdoor decks to increase your chances of spotting the majestic mammals.

Maximize your chances of seeing the Northern Lights on this tour from Tromso in a minibus. With a small group of curious travelers and a guide who knows the territory, strike out into the cold, dark, Norwegian night to find and photograph the elusive Aurora Borealis. Your tour comes with included family and friends photos to take home.

Explore the fjords around Tromso with a small group on this half-day tour. Immerse yourself in the Arctic landscapes that make northern Norway the perfect spot for social media-friendly photo ops. Visit Kvaløya Island and watch out for sightings of moose, eagles, reindeer, and orcas or humpback whales (December and January). You'll be provided with round-trip transportation and a thermal suit to ward against the cold, making this a door-to-door convenient experience.

Enhance your experience of Norwegian traditions on a half-day reindeer sledding and Sami culture experience from Tromso. On arrival at the homestead, get acquainted with a herd of about 300 reindeer during a feeding session. Then, embark on a short and exciting reindeer sleigh ride through picturesque frozen landscapes. Warm up with coffee and classic Sami dishes inside a ‘lavuu’ (traditional Sami tent) and listen to stories and songs derived from ancient cultural traditions.

Arctic Landscapes is a road-trip in the coastal area of Tromsø that contributes to scientific research. On this tour you'll discover places with breath-taking sceneries, you'll have a chance to take the best photos and get to enjoy home-made food on a picnic in the Arctic. Meanwhile, contributing as a citizen scientist! Come and join a ride in the countryside of Tromsø with us and leave a positive impact on our local community and ecosystems!

Experience the rich culture of the Arctic during this dinner with Sami Reindeer Herders and, if you’re lucky, a chance to see the Northern Lights. Settle in for a night of cultural immersion and conversation with some Sami people, an indigenous Scandinavian group that inhabits the region’s far north. After exploring their reindeer camp you’ll dig into a tasty three-course meal, capping it off by attempting to view an Aurora Borealis light show. A guide, dinner and round-trip transport from Tromso are included.

The Northern Lights are famously elusive, so ensure you maximize your chances of seeing them with this guided tour. Your guide will take you to the best destination for viewing the aurora on the evening of your tour and help you figure out your camera settings so that you can capture great images of them.

Travel through the fjords of Tromso when you book this arctic cruise aboard a luxury catamaran. Join a small group and climb aboard your vessel for the journey through the fjords where you can spot wildlife, like sea birds and dolphins. You also have the opportunity to try fishing while you sail, perhaps snagging some Norwegian cod.

If you’ve never skied before or haven’t mastered the sport yet, this cross country ski lesson for beginners in Tromso is for you. Get picked up from Tromso, and drive about five minutes to the skiing spot. Your guide gets you the equipment you need, and makes sure you feel comfortable in it. Then, you learn the basics of skiing, and start out on flat terrain. If you feel confident, you can gradually hit small hills to challenge yourself, too.