Norway Northern Lights Easygoing Walking Tour
Dolce Tempo Journey—Fall Foliage & Arctic Wonders from Tromsø to Alta
Discover Norway’s autumn wilderness—hike old-growth forests, explore Sámi culture, cruise to waterfalls and relax in beautifully situated lodges beneath Lapland’s Arctic skies.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Explore the golden-hued wilderness of Reisa National Park on foot
- Visit a Sámi cultural center and learn about the Indigenous people’s deep connection to the Arctic landscape
- Take a traditional riverboat to the spectacular Mollisfossen waterfall and enjoy a cookout lunch in the wild
- Savor vibrant Scandinavian cuisine, from fresh Arctic seafood to locally foraged berries and traditional Sámi dishes
- Relax in rustic wilderness lodges, with floor-to-ceiling windows and thoughtful Scandinavian design
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Tromsø Airport & Travel Details
- Follow a winding trail that climbs above the village of Storslett, with views of the Lyngen Alps and the Storfjord
- Gain insight into the region’s natural history and Sámi culture
- Arrive at Reisa Lodge, a remote mountain retreat in the wild, river-carved Reisa Valley
- Walk through forest bursting with fall color in Reisa National Park, then board a traditional riverboat, designed to navigate the curves of the Reisa River
- Glide upstream to Mollisfossen, northern Norway’s highest waterfall, and step ashore to admire its dramatic cascade
- Hike to Sarafossen, another breathtaking waterfall hidden deep in the wilderness
- Gather in a traditional Sámi lavvu (tent) and learn about the traditions and way of life of Sámi people
- At night back at the lodge, watch for the northern lights to flicker across the Arctic sky.
Nights 1-2
Casual Hotel
Deep within the Arctic Circle, this simple, eclectic mountain lodge offers comfortable accommodations and wondrous views of the Reisa River and surrounding mountains.
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Trek through Moskodalen Valley, tracing an old mining trail through birch forests and river valleys
- As the landscape opens, towering cliffs and mountain views unfold
- Explore the abandoned Moskodalen mines, relics of an industry faded into history
- Set out from our hotel along a peaceful riverside trail, soaking in the rich colors of the fall foliage
- Sample homemade Arctic delicacies at a picnic lunch
- Explore Sámi Siida, a cultural center dedicated to preserving Sámi traditions
- Choose your own Arctic adventure—a hiking route in the Alta Canyon, where sheer rock walls rise over 1,300 feet from the legendary Alta River, or a scenic trail to Orvvosfossen, a breathtaking waterfall cascading over rugged rock formations
- Taste the flavors of the Arctic during a special culinary experience inspired by the wild ingredients and cooking traditions of northern Norway.
Nights 3-5
Luxury Hotel
Admire the vast Arctic skies through floor-to-ceiling windows at this tranquil hideaway on the Alta River. (spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Alta Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 1-2
All breakfasts, six lunches, five dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Lightweight carbon hiking poles
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
