Tromsø

NORTHERN LIGHTS AND POLAR NIGHTS In the heart of the Norwegian Arctic, Tromsø is one of Europe's most fascinating winter destinations. Far beyond the Arctic Circle, this city surrounded by fjords and snow-covered mountains offers spectacular scenery, where nature reveals its full power. In January, polar night wraps the landscape in a unique atmosphere, with soft, otherworldly light and favourable conditions for watching the northern lights. Tromsø offers immersion in a warm, authentic Nordic culture. Combining adventure, contemplation and shared moments, this stay invites you to experience the Arctic at its purest. WHO IS THIS TRIP FOR? This journey is for travellers wishing to discover a world apart, combining Arctic silence and unforgettable experiences. It also suits those seeking a complete change of scene in an extreme environment, anyone dreaming of watching the northern lights in ideal conditions, although sightings cannot be guaranteed, lovers of unique experiences and those seeking an immersive journey. The pace is moderate and accessible to anyone keen to travel. Snow is everywhere and polar night is well established, so bring warm clothing suited to the activities. The climate is an integral part of the experience, making the stay even more immersive and memorable. TRIP OVERVIEW Day 1 - Depart Perpignan, fly from Barcelona Airport, transfer to the hotel, then enjoy a northern lights dinner cruise. Day 2 - Panoramic tour, cable car, Polar Museum and local Mack brewery. Day 3 - Whale-watching cruise. Day 4 - Reindeer safari and Sami culture. Day 5 - Airport transfer, flight to Barcelona and transfer to Perpignan.

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY Located 320km north of the Arctic Circle, Tromsø calls itself the Gateway to the Arctic, and its polar atmosphere certainly lives up to the name. A city of adventure, this is where your Arctic experience begins! Saturday 16 January – Perpignan - Barcelona - Tromsø - Dinner cruise (duration 3h) Depart Perpignan for Barcelona Airport. Fly at 12h15, with arrival in Tromsø scheduled for 17h15. Meet your local guide at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Then set off on a northern lights dinner cruise from Tromsø aboard a silent electric vessel with uninterrupted 360-degree views. Cruise through Tromsø's fjord, passing the island, snow-covered mountains and Arctic Cathedral. On board, enjoy a dinner of Arctic tapas, a simple meal inspired by traditional Norwegian dishes and made with fresh local ingredients. With luck, you may see the northern lights dancing overhead. Overnight at the hotel. Sunday 17 January – Tromsø Cable Car - Polar Museum - Mack Brewery After breakfast, take a panoramic city tour with your French-speaking tour guide. Ride Tromsø's cable car for views across the entire city. Opened in 1961, it connects the Solliveien district to the summit of Mount Storsteinen, at approximately 421 metres above sea level. In just a few minutes, enjoy a spectacular ascent overlooking the surrounding fjords and Arctic mountains, and, with luck, the northern lights. Lunch at a restaurant. Then visit the Polar Museum. Tromsø has long been an important base for numerous polar expeditions. The museum presents the ships, crews and equipment essential to life at sea during their Arctic odysseys. Complete your city tour with a visit and tasting at Mack Brewery, the world's northernmost brewery. Founded in 1877, it quickly became a symbol of Arctic brewing expertise. Its best-known beer, Mack Arctic Beer, is often described as the world's northernmost beer. Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. Monday 18 January – Whale-watching cruise (duration 8h) After breakfast at the hotel, set off on a cruise through the fjords. Watching cetaceans in their natural habitat as these majestic giants gather to feed on herring is an experience to treasure. Board a fast, sustainable catamaran that reaches the whales quickly and allows as much time as possible with them, offering exceptional viewing opportunities, often very close to the vessel. In January, the fjords around Tromsø offer ideal conditions for watching cetaceans, particularly orcas and humpback whales. Every outing is unique and depends on natural conditions, but an encounter is undoubtedly one of the highlights of the journey. Lunch at your own expense; a kiosk on board serves refreshments. Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day-to-day Tuesday 19 January – Safari Rennes & Culture Sami (duration 5h) After breakfast, depart for the safari with the rennes. The trail drawn by the rennes is the oldest form of transport in the north and an inherent part of the Sami culture. You will be in binome by trail, with a renne for each trail. Presents for thousands of years, the Sami are the indigenous people in northern Norway. This cultural experience will also teach you the launch of lasso, which is always for the Sami the way to catch their rennes to gather them. In addition, you will learn to know the Sami culture and history, which is deeply linked to nature. You will discover the Joik, an ancestral lapon song full of emotions. To finish this trip, you will be served a warm meal (soup). Back to the hotel. Free time before dinner and night. Wednesday 20 January – Tromsø – Barcelona – Perpignan Transfer after breakfast to Tromsø International Airport, the flight departs at 13h50. You will arrive at 18:45 on the airport of Barcelona. Transfer back by bus to Perpignan.