This fantastic short break combines the beautiful, historic and vibrant city of Tromso, with the stunning and remote Malangen Resort, set in natural surroundings away from city lights, optimising aurora watching potential. Malangen’s superb collection of accommodation and a great selection of optional winter activities at both locations are a winning combination.
Tromso sits 350km above the Arctic Circle and is the largest city in northern Norway. The city centre is an endearing mix of old and new from restored wooden houses to striking modern architecture, the distinctive Arctic Cathedral probably the most famous landmark. Located on the small island of Tromsoya, the city limits spread out onto the mainland, connected by bridge and tunnel.
Combine the city with the remote Malangen Resort, which comprises a stylish hotel complete with chic and spacious rooms, reception area, restaurant and bar in the main hotel building, sea-view apartments just a few metres away and a selection of deluxe cabins either on the fjords edge or located higher up with great views overlooking the fjord, and a mountainside wilderness centre called Camp Nikka set just a short walk from the hotel, which is used to keep watch for the aurora around a campfire.
With a good selection of optional activities such as a guided northern lights watch, snowmobiling, husky sledding, nordic skiing, snowshoe walk, Sami Storytelling and the convenient transfers between Malangen and Tromso twice a day – this short break offers a fantastic experience to northern Norway and aurora sightings this far north in such a remote location are often spectacular.
Festive Breaks
Christmas and the festive season is a great time to visit Malangen and spend time with family and friends. For those looking for a New Year getaway, we have introduced a New Year break to Malangen Resort for 5 nights with half board and a selection of activities included.
Itinerary
Arrive in Tromso and make your way from the airport to the city centre by the regular airport Flybus service or by taxi (payable locally) for a 1 night stay in one of the central hotels on breakfast basis.
Transfer from Tromso to Malangen Resort (journey time approx 90 minutes). Your stay will be based on a 3-course half board basis for two nights. Take time to check-in and enjoy your surroundings.
Malangen Resort, near Tromso
Enjoy the idyllic winter scenery or join one of the optional activities such as dog sledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, Nordic skiing and Sami storytelling. Overnight at Malangen Resort. In the evening keep watch for the aurora or join the evening northern lights watch excursion to Camp Nikka, just 15 minutes walk away.
Take part in optional activities before transferring to back to Tromso (depending on transfer time), or extend the stay further with extra nights in Malangen Resort.
Depending on your flight departure, you may have time to see more of the city before making your way back to the airport by taxi or Airport Flybus service (payable locally) for your flight home.
Prices & departures
What's Included
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Accommodation with private bathroom
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All breakfasts, 2 dinners at Malangen
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Return shuttle bus transfer between Tromso and Malangen Resort
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24 hour emergency assistance from our team during your holiday
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No surcharge guarantee
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Full financial protection
From £787 Excluding Flights
4 Nights
Jan-Mar & Dec
This itinerary starts from around £787 per person based on 2 sharing a room with private bathroom at Malangen Resort .
Prices may vary depending on departure date and booking date, as well as any changes to the included components. The final cost of a tailored holiday will be based on style of accommodation, included activities, travel season, and how far in advance it is booked. We will confirm the exact price for your holiday in your individual quotation, based on your chosen travel dates and inclusions.
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