Tromsø: Best Itinerary Ideas
How many days do you need in Tromsø?
- Most travelers spend 5-6 days in Tromsø
- Visiting Tromsø in 3 or 4 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 7 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Inner Troms, Alta, and Oslo
How Many Days to Spend in Norway
Recommended Itineraries for Tromsø
Recommended Itinerary for 5 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Tromsø | Tromsø |
| Day 2 | Chase the Northern Lights | Tromsø |
| Day 3 | Orca and Humpback Whale Safari | Tromsø |
| Day 4 | Early Morning Dog Sledding | Tromsø |
| Day 5 | Farewell Tromsø |
There's no need to hibernate for the winter, as Tromsø offers so many exciting outdoor activities. Learn all about the Norwegian Arctic on this five-day trip. Get to know the small town, with its cute traditional architecture, as you'll have plenty of free time to explore on your own. Take a trip out of town to see the colorful, dancing northern lights. Take a whale watching trip in the fiords, where you'll spot a variety of sea birds as well as different types of whales. Top off your trip with a thrilling dogsledding ride through the snowy winter landscape. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 6 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Tromsø | Tromsø |
| Day 2 | Explore Tromsø & Chase the Northern Lights | Tromsø |
| Day 3 | Dogsledding in Tromsø | Tromsø |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Trapper's Farm - Overnight Excursion | Tromsø |
| Day 5 | Breakfast at Trapper's Farm - Return to Tromsø | Tromsø |
| Day 6 | Depart Tromsø |
This exciting and less-traveled itinerary takes you into Norway's boreal territory for spectacular snowcapped scenery in the Arctic region. Base yourself in the quietly sophisticated city of Tromsø (Northern Norway's largest), where you can sled with huskies and reindeer during the day and chase the northern lights after dark. At the end of the adventure, you'll take a guided overnight excursion in the Arctic wilderness before returning to 'Paris of the North' for one more night on the town. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
1-Week Itinerary Including Oslo & Bergen
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 2 | Explore Oslo with a Local | Oslo |
| Day 3 | Train to Flåm - Fjord Wintercruise - Train to Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 4 | Bergen City Tour | Bergen |
| Day 5 | Flight to Tromsø - Transfer to Malangen Peninsula | Tromsø |
| Day 6 | Dogsledding & Northern Lights Excursion | Tromsø |
| Day 7 | Depart Norway |
Escape the summer crowds with this winter trip highlighting both southern and northern Norway. Starting in Oslo—Europe's fastest-growing capital—you'll take one of the steepest trains in the world toward the fjords. Then train to Bergen, a UNESCO-listed city loaded with culture and restaurants. Finish with two nights at a resort in the Arctic, where you'll dog sled and search for the northern lights. Read more
10-Day Itinerary Including Oslo & the Fjord Region
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 2 | Free Day in Oslo | Oslo |
| Day 3 | Oslo - Train to Flåm | Flåm |
| Day 4 | Fjord Adventure| Bus, Fjordcruise & Train to Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 5 | Explore Bergen with a Local | Bergen |
| Day 6 | Bergen Free Day | Bergen |
| Day 7 | Bergen - Flight to Tromsø | Tromsø |
| Day 8 | Explore Tromsø & Chase the Northern Lights | Tromsø |
| Day 9 | Dogsledding outside Tromsø | Trapper's farm | Tromsø |
| Day 10 | Depart Norway |
Bundle up warm and immerse yourself in the beauty of a Norwegian winter with this exciting 10-day itinerary. Start in the country's south, where you'll spend two days soaking up the culture and cool of Oslo. After a day sailing through the breathtaking scenery of the fjords, head to the coast to explore the historic port city of Bergen without the summer crowds. Fly north to finish your adventure above the Arctic Circle, where you'll search for the northern lights, learn to dog sled, and discover the lively Arctic city of Tromsø. Read more
How to Get to Tromsø
Tromsø is one of the best places to see the northern lights, which is one of the most beautiful wonders of the world. Tromsø is located in northern Norway and is above the Arctic Circle. Read more
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