Cruise from Tromsø, Norway

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Tromsø is the largest city inside the Arctic Circle and considered the gateway thereto. The city spans a number of islands, connected to the mainland by bridges and tunnels. Tromso is considered one of the best places to view the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) and is the port of embarkation for short duration Arctic Circle oriented cruises, cruises that set sail for much longer periods with ultimate destinations like Dublin, Ireland as well as a port of call for longer trips that have their beginnings in other European cities. The short Arctic Circle focused cruises that begin and end in Tromso are usually a 3 or 4 day journey up the Norwegian coastline affording views of dramatic jagged inlets and fjords, the opportunity to view wildlife such as Minke Whales, Arctic Skua, Puffins and perhaps Polar Bears. The cruises also include visits to quaint coastal villages and the quest for the awe inspiring view of the Northern Lights. The city’s inclusion on itineraries with cruises that visit the Baltic Sea and other Scandinavian Ports of Call sometimes include multi-day land based excursions in and around Tromso to experience the charm and hospitality of this isolated Norwegian city with its unique architecture and charm. Regular airline service is scheduled in and out of Tromso from Oslo, Norway and a number of other European airports. Your dream of witnessing the Aurora Borealis can be fulfilled at the same time you experience a luxurious sightseeing cruise to the Arctic Circle that includes a visit to Tromso, Norway. Whether you choose to begin and end the cruise in this largest city inside the Arctic Circle or include it on a tour of other Northern European ports is up to you. Start planning now how to best fit this cruise into your trip of a lifetime.

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