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Best Northern Lights Bus Tours — Our Top 15

41 tours  ·  from $61 a head

The coach is the cheapest way out of town light and the easiest to book late. These 15 compare group size, how far the driver is willing to go and whether the hot drink and the photographs are included.

From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa - Guides who turn waiting into part of the experience
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From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa

1.Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 13,947 reviews · 4 hours · from $74Our pick

Leave Reykjavik’s city lights on a four-hour Northern Lights hunt with guides such as Barbara, Darren, Kristi, and Pierre. You’ll follow weather forecasts, stop at dark viewing points, learn how solar particles create the aurora, and get time for photos. Hot cocoa is included, though availability can vary. If you see nothing, you can join one free retry tour.

“absolutely amazing. we were blessed with a clear night. it took a while for the lights to show (we 'saw' some around 10pm and I wondered what all the fuss was about! then they developed into the most unbelievable show, moving before ours eyes. truly phenomenal. utterly spectacular.”

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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

2.Chase Aurora in Minibus and Free Aurora Portrait

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

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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Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik with Hot Chocolate - Thingvellir and the first search
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Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik with Hot Chocolate

3.Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik with Hot Chocolate

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,782 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $76

Travel by bus from Reykjavik into dark countryside, often around Thingvellir National Park, while guides such as Darren, Simon, Eva, and Michael track cloud cover and aurora activity. Expect about four hours, hot chocolate, onboard WiFi, folklore, and several possible stops. If the lights stay away, you can return once for free.

“Absolutely fantastic! We may have been a bit lucky, but we saw an amazing light show in the sky. Our tour guide was top-notch and shared information about the Northern Lights. The hot chocolate was first rate, too. Thank you!”

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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

4.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

5.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

6.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

7.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

8.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

9.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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Northern Lights Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik - Choosing the night’s viewing site
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Northern Lights Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

10.Northern Lights Guided Bus Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,183 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $73

Leave Reykjavik by bus with a local English-speaking guide, learn how the aurora forms, and stop at a dark viewing site chosen for the night’s weather and forecast. The tour lasts about 3 to 5 hours, includes Wi-Fi and pickup, and offers a free rebooking option if poor conditions prevent the tour from operating.

“Although we didn’t see the lights, it was still a goop trip. You stand in the middle of now where, surrounded by an old lava field and you can see what feels like a million stars. We did see shooting stars, which was great and for me worth the trip.”

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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

11.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

12.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

13.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

14.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

15.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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Northern Lights Minibus Tour with Hot Cocoa, Blankets & Photos - What the evening schedule feels like
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