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15 Northern Lights Bus Tours in Norway Worth Flying For

25 tours  ·  from $61 a head

A winter trip has room for two or three of these at most. The 15 northern lights bus tours in Norway below justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide tonight and get back to packing.

Tromsø: Chase Aurora in Minibus and Free Aurora Portrait - Meeting in central Tromsø and settling into the minibus
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Tromsø: Chase Aurora in Minibus and Free Aurora Portrait

1.Chase Aurora in Minibus and Free Aurora Portrait

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,215 reviews · 7 hours · from $141Our pick

Set out from central Tromsø with guides such as Mansoor, Aram, or Jan, tracking clear skies across northern Norway and possibly into Finland or Sweden. A small minibus, thermal suit, hot blackcurrant drink, lefse, campfire, photography help, and one free aurora portrait make this a practical seven-hour chase.

“We had a wonderful Northern Lights tour with Aram. He was incredibly nice and cheerful, making the whole experience fun and relaxed. To give us the best possible chance of seeing strong aurora activity, he took us to two different locations”

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Tromsø: Small-Group Northern Lights Tour by Minibus - Meeting at Scandic Ishavshotel
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Tromsø: Small-Group Northern Lights Tour by Minibus

2.Small-Group Northern Lights Tour by Minibus

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,655 reviews · 6 hours · from $251

Meet Snow-travels at Scandic Ishavshotel for a six-hour aurora chase through Tromsø’s mountains, fjords, and valleys. Guides such as Marius, Kamil, Hassan, and Yeray may drive as far as Finland for clearer skies. Thermal suits, a fire, hot drinks, a warm meal, tripods, and free photos are included.

“Guides were extremely knowledgable. They were organised and enthusiastic. Took loads of photos and sent them all through to us. Fab communication, started a little early which was exactly the right thing to do for the evening we had booked. Thanks to Hassan and Yeray, both committed to getting the best views possible for us.”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Free Photography - Why the route can change three times in one night
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Free Photography

3.Northern Lights Bus Tour with Free Photography

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,642 reviews · 6 hours · from $61Best value

Join a six-hour Northern Lights hunt from central Tromsø with English or Spanish guides, an Arctic driver, warm drinks, snacks, campfires, and free photos. Guides such as Ailen, Eneas, Julieta, José, and Fabrizio have helped visitors chase clear skies, explain aurora science, and improve camera settings. The lights are never guaranteed.

“Our guides Laura and Ailen were incredible! Tromso was rainy and cloudy and the forecast was not looking good at all. We made two quick stops but didn’t see much activity. Then Laura and Ailen took us to a third spot and after a while we saw incredible activity with explosions and a shooting star! The driver was also amazing and allowed us to stay longer and enjoy the activity. It was a magical day despite what was meant to be a terrible forecast and it was the incredible team that made it possible! Thanks again!!”

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Northern Lights Big Bus Chase with Chasing Lights - What happens after Tromsø
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Northern Lights Big Bus Chase with Chasing Lights

4.Northern Lights Big Bus Chase with Chasing Lights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,631 reviews · 5 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $151Top rated

Meet at Tromsø Bus Terminal at 5:20 pm for a 5 to 9 hour aurora chase with Chasing Lights. Guides such as Soraia, Alex, Bailey, and Owen explain the science and folklore, find clear skies, take professional photos, and serve hot drinks. Expect a group of up to 50, late returns, and plenty of driving.

“Best Aurora chasing experience with excellent guidance of Bailey and Taylor, whom also avid photographers. Not to mention our excellent driver, Jamie and the Chasing Lights Team supporting us in the background. High energy and high spirits all the way made the trip very memorable and fun! We experienced a great and massive Aurora. Will treasure this trip for the rest of our lives! Thank you again Bailey, Taylor, Jamie and the Chasing Lights Team!!!”

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Tromso: Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Campfire - The minibus chase can become the main adventure
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Tromso: Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Campfire

5.Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Campfire

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,318 reviews · 8 hours · from $167

Leave Tromsø by minibus with guides such as Christian, Kristian, Nick, and Spiros, chasing clear skies toward the Finnish border when needed. You’ll stop for aurora viewing, hot drinks, campfire sausages and marshmallows, thermal suits, and free professional photos. The tour lasts 8 to 10 hours and may cross into Finland, so bring your passport.

“Northern Lights were amazing — and they were absolutely right! Our tour guide, Christian, went above and beyond and was even willing to drive all the way to Finland to make sure we saw the Northern Lights. The company made a huge effort to find clear skies, and it really paid off — we saw them and it was incredible. We also toasted marshmallows and had hot dogs, which made the whole experience even more special and cosy. The staff were lovely, friendly, and genuinely passionate about giving us the best possible experience. Highly recommend!”

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Northern Lights Minibus Chase from Tromsø with Chasing Lights - Campfires, hot drinks, and a proper pause
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Northern Lights Minibus Chase from Tromsø with Chasing Lights

6.Northern Lights Minibus Chase from Tromsø with Chasing Lights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,294 reviews · 5 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $280

Join Chasing Lights in Tromsø for a flexible 5 to 9-hour aurora chase by minibus. Guides such as Jonas, Renaud, Karolina, and Owen follow changing skies toward Finland when needed. You get winter gear, a hot meal, drinks, snacks, campfire stops, trip photos, and hotel drop-off in central Tromsø.

“An absolutely unforgettable experience! We had the incredible opportunity to see the Northern Lights in all their glory—and to make it even more magical, we got engaged! Truly one of the most amazing moments of my life. A huge thank you to everyone who made it so special!”

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Tromso Northern Lights Minibus Chase Small Group Tour with Photos - Getting fitted for Arctic clothing
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Tromso Northern Lights Minibus Chase Small Group Tour with Photos

7.Tromso Northern Lights Minibus Chase Small Group Tour with Photos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,199 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $210

Join Arctic Explorers for a 7 to 9 hour northern lights chase from Tromsø. Guides such as Petra, Magdalena, Jessica, and Nelson track cloud breaks and aurora activity while drivers may take you toward Finland or Sweden. Thermal suits, boots, a hot meal, drinks, campfire, and portrait photos are included.

“Highly recommend booking this experience to see the Northern Lights. Petra was the guide for the night and she was just amazing. Whilst there is no guarantee to see the Northern Lights the team go all the way to maximise your chances throughout the night and I couldn't be happier because the sky put on an amazing show. We set up on the beach with a fire and food and just watched the aurora dance. Petra was truly lovely and took professional photos which captured it all. Highly recommend this tour.”

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Minibus Northern Lights Chase with Photography from Tromsø - What the fjord route can offer
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Minibus Northern Lights Chase with Photography from Tromsø

8.Minibus Northern Lights Chase with Photography from Tromsø

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 865 reviews · 6 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $242

Leave Tromsø with Northern Soul Adventures and chase clear skies along the fjords or toward Finland. Guides such as Filip, Lucas, Joaquin, Bogdan, Thomas, and Anna help with camera settings, provide tripods and thermal gear, cook soup by a campfire, and send professional aurora photos afterward.

“The Northern Lights are an experience that can't be guaranteed, but the trip is worth every bit of cost. Anna was such a confident driver and helper, and Joaquin was a great guide. We were so lucky to have them help us find the lights on our way to Finland were we just stopped on the side of the road to photograph and enjoy the experience. We then continued on to another spot where we enjoyed all the treats, (the tomato soup was so warming when we were so cold), and we got to see such a wonderful display of the lights.”

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Tromso: Minivan Aurora Excursion with Pictures & Warm Suits - Warm overalls before the road trip
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Tromso: Minivan Aurora Excursion with Pictures & Warm Suits

9.Minivan Aurora Excursion with Pictures & Warm Suits

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 754 reviews · 6 hours · from $199

Leave Tromsø at 7 PM with an English-speaking guide such as Nico, Mateusz, Alex, or Andis. After a weather briefing, travel by minivan toward clear skies, sometimes as far as Finland. Warm overalls, boots, coffee, muffins, tripods, and guide-taken photos are included.

“From start to finish it was a magical experience. With an exceptionally knowledgeable guide, who went out of his way to ensure that we followed the northern lights and stopped just at the right time. On leaving the minivan, our eyes adjusted to the glimmer of green in the sky. Within seconds the sky was filled with the most magical sight. Our guide took pictures and a video and told us exactly where to look in the sky. He even told us to wait as the lights would shortly start dancing. His 400 trip experience shone through. Again, he was right and we spent a whole hour on the mountainside…”

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Tromso Aurora Chase by Minibus with Thermal Suit, Snack and Photo - How the aurora chase works
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Tromso Aurora Chase by Minibus with Thermal Suit, Snack and Photo

10.Tromso Aurora Chase by Minibus with Thermal Suit, Snack and Photo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 641 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $189

Leave Tromsø after dark with guides such as Hans Eric, Dimi, Jasmine, or Sokratis, then chase clear skies across fjords, valleys, and mountain roads. The 6 to 7-hour trip includes a thermal suit, hot drinks, snacks, two guide-selected nature photos, and late drop-off in several Tromsø areas. Aurora sightings are never guaranteed.

“Guide Sokratis is an excellent guide and determined to show us Northern Lights which we succeeded. It made our flight to Tromso worthy. Van operator Laila was also very good.”

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Tromsø: Big Bus Northern Lights Tour with Free Photos - Why the big bus can be the smart choice
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Tromsø: Big Bus Northern Lights Tour with Free Photos

11.Big Bus Northern Lights Tour with Free Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 498 reviews · 8 hours · from $69

From Fiskekompaniet in central Tromsø, you spend 7 to 9 hours chasing clear skies with Arctic guides such as Angel, Dimitar, Miguel, or Magdalena. Expect a warm bus, onboard toilet, hot drinks, photo help, and possible drives into Finland or Sweden. Campfires and meal stops depend on the route and weather.

“Prior to the tour I really hoped I had made a good choice as I was so excited to go on a Northern Lights tour and there are so many to choose from, and the tour turned out better than my expectations. The tour guides truly care for their guests and chased the Northern Lights for us. It was so good I booked a second tour the next day. Didn’t think I could have a better experience as I was so satisfied with the first one but I did (got lucky with a smaller group so the tour felt more intimate). Great hospitality. And they truly want and care to…”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights in a Minivan with Free Photos and a Hot Meal - Meeting the minivan at Scandic Ishavshotel
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Tromsø: Northern Lights in a Minivan with Free Photos and a Hot Meal

12.Northern Lights in a Minivan with Free Photos and a Hot Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 433 reviews · 7 hours · from $213

Spend seven hours chasing clear skies around Tromsø with guides such as Linda, Victor, Joan, or Martin. You’ll ride a warm minivan, use thermal overalls and tripods, eat homemade soup by a campfire, and receive free portrait photos. The route changes with the weather, and Spanish guiding must be confirmed before booking.

“The experience was absolutely amazing. Linda was a very excellent tour guide. She literally made miracles as we found at the end and incredible spot for seeing crazy northern lights!”

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Minivan Northern Lights excursion (8 guests per minivan) - Tromsø, the starting point for the search
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Minivan Northern Lights excursion (8 guests per minivan)

13.Minivan Northern Lights excursion (8 guests per minivan)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 355 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $204

Start at 7 pm by Tromsø’s Radisson Blu and spend about six hours chasing clear skies with up to eight people in a minivan. Guides such as Angel, Alex, Aron, Aaron, Jan, and Andis have taken groups between fjords, mountains, Sweden, and Finland. Warm overalls, boots, tripods, photos, coffee, tea, and muffins are included.

“It is possible that the Northern Lights will not be as brilliant as you see in photographs. Green Gold of Norway put forth a great effort to allow us to view the Lights near the Swedish border in Finland.”

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Northern Lights x Mini Bus Chase

14.Northern Lights x Mini Bus Chase

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 195 reviews · from $187

Leave Tromsø at 6 pm in a heated 15-seat minibus and follow the clearest skies toward the aurora. Your guide explains forecasts and camera settings, while the driver searches fjord routes and possible Finland crossings. Expect a 6 to 8-hour evening with warm suits, a bonfire, sausages, s’mores, hot drinks, and professional photos sent within 72 hours.

“I've been on 3 different Northern light tours in Tromso, and I would have to say this one led by Jorgan was the best. Although the weather wasn't great, our guide and Nico (the driver) were both great. He took us to the northern point of TrRead more”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Local Experts - What the six-hour evening feels like
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Local Experts

15.Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Local Experts

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 194 reviews · 6 hours · from $116

Set out from central Tromsø with an English-speaking guide such as Martin, Sam, or Johannes, depending on the date. Your small group may chase clear skies across fjords and even into Finland. Thermal suits, hot drinks, sausages, a campfire when weather allows, and guide-taken photos are included.

“Our guide is really professional and responsible, thanks to him we found Aurora though I thought it was cloudy and doubted if we could see it at first but we observed Aurora at 2 spots”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights by Minibus - Free Photos and Warm Dinner - Thermal overalls, head lamps, and the cold-weather setup
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