Find out more about this magnificent natural phenomenon and how you can see them this year in Norway aboard a great Arctic Cruise.

The Northern Lights: Discover Arctic Norway on a Cruise

’No pencil can draw it, no colours can paint it, and no words can describe it in all its magnificence’ - Payer, famous observer of the Northern Lights

Since humankind first experienced the natural phenomenon of the Northern Lights, or the Aurora Borealis as they are also know, generations have been spellbound by their extraordinary beauty as they shimmer against the inky backdrop of a starry night sky.

Arctic Norway, land of the Northern Lights. From dog sledging to a stay in an Ice Hotel, our voyages go beyond the traditional cruise. Click Here.

The Northern Lights: Aurora Borealis Cruise

These celestial displays of greens, yellows and reds that dance like a sheet blowing in the wind have, over time, inspired artists and poets, aroused myths and legends.

There is no better way to experience the magical Northern Lights than by sailing through the sheltered coastal Norwegian waters with award-winning Hurtigruten, experts in authentic voyages to pristine lands. With a range of adventure short breaks and longer voyages on intimate ships which journey close to the spectacular Norwegian coastline. Taking you close to the heart of Norwegian Arctic life, itineraries are designed to enhance any experience with numerous ports of call along the way, providing intimate encounters with history and culture. View Itineraries, Click Here.

The Northern Lights in Norway: Aurora Borealis Cruise

The Hurtigruten fleet consists of fifteen ships with eleven operating along the coast of Norway at any one time. The ships are purpose built for these ice-free waters, weaving close to the shore past magnificent coastal scenery. Relax on board, with the chance to experience the magical Northern Lights set against a dark sky, free from artificial light.

As you glide through the Arctic twilight, you become one with the peaceful atmosphere that descends around you. Clusters of houses glow like embers along the coast, small towns become welcoming refuges as you pull into harbour, and snow-clad mountains reflect the polar light to bathe you in eerie shades.

Nature offers some of the greatest opportunities to see wildlife along the Norwegian shores, and there is an exciting selection of activities available, both on land and on board Hurtigruten ships. These opportunities include spotting Killer Whales, an exhilarating husky-dog sledging adventure across the open plains, a unique King Crab safari, snowmobiling across the frozen lands, and a visit to the Russian border.

If you are planning a trip in search of the Northern Lights, and for a truly memorable experience, join the experts, Hurtigruten, to Arctic Norway. Click to view itineraries.

Northern lights voyages - 4 days from £407pp - Join Hurtigruten on a voyage along the coast of Arctic Norway, land of the Northern Lights. From dog sledging to a stay in an Ice Hotel, our voyages go beyond the traditional cruise. Click Here.