Northern lights tours & holidays

A light show brought to you by the cosmos

Make your way north, leave the streetlamps behind, turn your gaze skyward and you may see something extraordinary. While science can explain the phenomenon of the aurora borealis, there’s a certain kind of magic to these dancing colours that can’t truly be described. A display that has inspired centuries of folk tales and mythology, journey with our expert leaders across the northern realms, including Canada’s Rocky Mountains or Iceland’s volcanic fields, for your front seat to the world’s greatest light show.

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The pink and green Aurora Borealis dance over the Denali Park Road in Denali National Park, Alaska.

The show

The northern lights, or “aurora borealis,” is a phenomenon that draws travellers to the windswept wilds of some of the northernmost places on the planet. Those lucky enough to witness Mother Nature’s light show are in for a uniquely breathtaking experience. Best seen at high latitudes when the sky is dark and clear, the northern lights will wow even the most seasoned adventurers.

Iceland's Classic Northern Lights

Canadian Rockies & Northern Lights

Northern Lights Escape

Seljalandsfoss on a clear sunny day with sun behind it, Iceland

The great Icelandic outdoors

While winter evenings are devoted to aurora spotting, in Iceland, your daylight hours can be spent exploring glaciers, chasing waterfalls, exploring black sand beaches or timing a geyser. Other ways to spend your time include learning the history of the Vikings, relaxing at Iceland’s hot springs and lagoons, ice caving and more.

Northern Lights Escape

Iceland's Classic Northern Lights

Premium Iceland in Winter

Husky sled dogs relax in the snow in Finland forest near Yllas

Finland fun for the whole family

Learn about the rural Scandinavian way of life as you explore the lesser-seen side of Finland. Great fun for adults and children alike, a wintertime trip to Finland is jam-packed with experiences. Just one day can include spotting native reindeer, meeting sled-dog huskies, enjoying a Finnish smoke sauna or learning the art of tree-hugging - you’ll find that in Finland, winter is just as much fun as summer.

Finnish Lapland in Winter

Finnish Lapland Winter Family Holiday

Northern Scandinavia in Winter

The famous highway that is Icefields Parkway in Alberta, Canada

Take a walk on the wild side

When northern light hunting, the darker it is the better. In Canada, you’ll find areas like Jasper National Park, which are designated Dark Sky Preserves, made to protect the local wildlife and keep areas free of light pollution. During the day, explore the park and try to spot its inhabitants, from moose and elk to the more elusive native bears and coyotes!

Canadian Rockies & Northern Lights