Tromsø, Lofoten & Nordland – Photo Expedition
7-day trip
and 6 nights
From €4 900
per person
Polar yacht
The Great Explorer
Comfort
4 stars
Activities
Wildlife viewing, Northern Lights, hiking
Difficulty
Easy
Temperature
0° on average
Kilometres
1500
Head for the Northern Lights, between the sea and the sky
Aboard the Explorer, this photography cruise takes you to the heart of the “land of the dancing sky,” a unique setting for photography enthusiasts.
Head to Tromsø, the capital of Northern Norway, the starting point of a journey where every voyage becomes a photographic opportunity. Along the inland sea route, the fjords of the Tromsø region reveal spectacular landscapes, with shifting light, rugged terrain, and striking Nordic atmospheres.
As you make stops and sail along, you’ll explore the lands of the Sami people and the sites of great polar expeditions, all while enjoying ideal conditions for photography. One scene follows another: isolated villages, mountains plunging into the sea, and the famous Lofoten Wall, which offers exceptional graphic compositions.
In these fjords teeming with life, whales, sperm whales, and dolphins regularly break the surface, offering rare moments to capture in often magical light.
This cruise is an invitation to observe, compose, and capture all the poetry of the Arctic landscapes, where the sea meets the sky.
Tromsø, Lofoten, and Nordland
7-day cruise (Bodø to Tromsø)
March 14–20, 2027
Cruise starting at €4,900 per person
Head for the Northern Lights, between the sea and the sky
Aboard the Explorer, this photography cruise takes you to the heart of the “land of the dancing sky,” a unique setting for photography enthusiasts.
Head to Tromsø, the capital of Northern Norway, the starting point of a journey where every voyage becomes a photographic opportunity. Along the inland sea route, the fjords of the Tromsø region reveal spectacular landscapes, with shifting light, rugged terrain, and striking Nordic atmospheres.
As you make stops and sail along, you’ll explore the lands of the Sami people and the sites of great polar expeditions, all while enjoying ideal conditions for photography. One scene follows another: isolated villages, mountains plunging into the sea, and the famous Lofoten Wall, which offers exceptional graphic compositions.
In these fjords teeming with life, whales, sperm whales, and dolphins regularly break the surface, offering rare moments to capture in often magical light.
This cruise is an invitation to observe, compose, and capture all the poetry of the Arctic landscapes, where the sea meets the sky.
Tromsø, Lofoten, and Nordland
7-day cruise (Bodø to Tromsø)
March 14–20, 2027
Cruise starting at €4,900 per person
Highlights of your trip
Day 1: Tromsø (Norway)
Boarding at 6:00 p.m. and a welcome dinner.
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Day 2: Tromsø
Tour of Tromsø, its historic district, and its polar exploration museums. Optional excursions. Free time to explore the Snow Cathedral and the old neighborhoods with their wooden houses in this lively city known as the “Paris of the North.” Cruise along the famous inland fjord route.
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Harstad and Andenes
Harstad and Andenes, located 300 km north of the Arctic Circle, are known for their whales, which gather near the Bleik Trench.
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Lofoten Archipelago
Cruising through the Lofoten Archipelago & sailing through the Trollfjord, where the peaks rise to 1,148 meters. Henningsvær–Solvær, hundreds of rocky islands and fishing villages.
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Reine - Nusfjord
Reine Bay is the most spectacular in the Lofoten Islands, and its fishing traditions have made it famous. The village of Nusfjord is nestled in a stunning setting of mountain peaks and coves. The village, with its historic shops, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is an iconic part of the Lofoten landscape. The “Lofoten Wall” reveals itself to us with its spectacular peaks and fjords.
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Vestfjord
The steep-sided fjords of Nordland, with their peaks rising to over 1,700 meters.
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Bodø
We'll disembark around 9:00 a.m.
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ACTIVITIES
- Hiking
- Zodiac Excursions
- Wildlife Viewing
- Northern Lights viewing. We’ll keep watch, and you’ll be woken up if the Northern Lights appear in the middle of the night. However, we cannot guarantee this natural phenomenon, and no refunds will be issued. The boat will always be anchored in locations ideal for viewing and photographing the Northern Lights.
Whale Watching
From mid-November to late February, huge schools of herring and cod migrate from the Barents Sea toward the fjords and the Lofoten Islands. They are followed by their predators, the cetaceans. Sightings of these animals are therefore seasonal. A few years ago, mid-January through mid-March was the ideal time; for the past two years, it has been mid-November through late January, although cetaceans are also present before and after this period, albeit in smaller numbers.
LANGUAGES
French-language tour guided by a Grands Espaces tour guide.
CLIMATE
- The average temperature ranges from 0°C to -5°C.
- It snows between 11 and 13 days per month.
- Daylight lasts 8 hours in mid-February and about 10 hours in early March.
FORMALITIES
For European/Swiss nationals:
- Valid ID card or passport.
Excursions
All excursions listed in the itinerary are included. Some are optional. They take place by taxi, car, or minibus. Some are conducted in Zodiacs, which the boat is equipped with. A few walks are also included in the itinerary.
Flights
We’ll arrange these for you according to your preferences, with arrival in Tromsø around 4:00 p.m. and departure around 10:00 a.m.
CLOTHING
- A list of recommended gear will be sent to all participants.
OBSERVATION
To fully enjoy observing wildlife and the scenery, we strongly recommend bringing a good pair of binoculars.
FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS
For good wildlife photos, we recommend a lens with a focal length of at least 200mm.
THE GREAT EXPLORER
Built in 1994 for the Danish government, it was used for oceanographic research and the installation of coastal buoys in Greenland. It was completely refitted in 2020 at the Gdansk shipyard by a Norwegian shipowner. The work was carried out in close collaboration between Italian architect Marco Coppola and Christian Kempf, a scientist and pioneer of expedition cruises, founding president of Grands Espaces, expedition leader, and the person with the most extensive experience with expedition cruise ships.
Technical Information:
- Capacity: 12 passengers
- Guides: 2
- Length: 46.6 meters
- Width: 10.5 meters
- Zodiacs: 2
- Interior spaces: bar, large panoramic lounge (72 square meters), sea-view cabins ranging from 14 to 20 square meters…
- Outdoor areas: sauna, Jacuzzi, observation decks
Everything you need to know about the Explorer
They explored Lapland with us:
Denis B. – Norway 2026: A wonderful trip, a destination I highly recommend, magnificent landscapes, two outings a day with walks suitable for everyone, led by a remarkable guide!
Daniel L. – Norway 2026: We went from reality to a dream. Every day, the magic of the landscapes worked its charm—the gentle beauty of a sunrise in pastel colors, the warm orange glow of a sunset. And the sublime Northern Lights that we saw several times. It was an absolutely fantastic trip, and thanks to the entire team, we’ll cherish wonderful memories of it.
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Would you like to know more about the itinerary of one of our cruises?
● The most picturesque voyages along the inland sea route
● The stunning landscapes of the Lyngen Alps.
● The charming and authentic fishing villages of the Lofoten Archipelago
● The extraordinary lights and the sky dancing with the Northern Lights
● When whales, orcas, sperm whales, and dolphins bring the fjords to life
● Tromsø, the capital of the Northern Lights
2027 Prices:
Double-bed cabins / lower berths: €4,900 per person
Double-bed cabins / lower-berth superior cabins: €5,300 per person
Suites with floor-to-ceiling windows: €6,200 per person
Private suites: €6,200 per person
PRICE INCLUDES
- The cruise with full board
- French-speaking tour guide
- The excursions listed
- Transfers and repatriation insurance.
- Rental boots
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Flights (ask our team for advice)
- Transfers
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Comprehensive insurance
- Beverages
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