5 days (4 nights) tours to discover Senja and Lofoten on a tall ship for a small group up to 12 passengers, a paradise for outdoor lovers with plenty of unspoiled and wild landscapes. A classic destination with a more dynamic reinterpretation for those who want to better enjoy these wonderful places.

The largest world tour operators base their summer programms on this destination and the reason is one: the incredible beauty of this area.

We will take you to discover the most incredible places, the most inaccessible and inaccessible areas that offer unique landscapes, without losing sight all those villages and areas that, for decades, have made these islands famous.

Wild nature is just around the corner! Get a closer look at Norwegian summer landscapes as you walk through the Arctic wilderness. Discover the best breathtaking views of the fjords, valleys and mountains between Senja Island and the Lofoten Islands.
During your trip we will find the best places to allow you to enjoy the naturalistic beauties that surround you. Relax and watch out for reindeer, sea eagles, partridges and hares. If you're lucky, you may even spot some moose. Don't forget to look at the ground where you will be able to see seasonal berries growing in the wild such as blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and many more. This trip is the best way to explore the most spectacular and unusual Northern Norway. Go with us and get ready for an incredible adventure.

Lofoten and Senja in February and March are an Arctic dream with fewer crowds, jaw-dropping light, and a raw, magnetic beauty that’s hard to put into words. Here's why these months are secretly some of the best times to visit:

1. The Northern Lights are in Full Force

This is prime aurora season. Long polar nights and clear, crisp skies make February and March the sweet spot for northern lights chasers. In Lofoten, you get the unique chance to see them dancing over dramatic mountains, fjords, and traditional red rorbuer cabins. It's straight out of a postcard — or your dreams.

2. Blue Hour Magic All Day Long

Lofoten in late winter means long sunrises and sunsets, thanks to the low angle of the sun. The light is soft, golden, pastel — perfect for photography, painting, or simply sitting still and soaking it in. This arctic "golden hour" can last for hours each day.

3. Fewer Tourists, More Authenticity

Winter isn’t tourist season in Lofoten — and that’s exactly the point. You’ll share this rugged paradise with locals and a few other in-the-know travelers. It’s peaceful, intimate, and utterly unspoiled.

4. Snowy Peaks + Open Roads = Pure Contrast

Unlike the Arctic mainland, Lofoten benefits from the Gulf Stream, meaning roads are open and navigable, even in winter — but the mountains are still deep in snow. This creates a stunning contrast: turquoise waters, snow-covered peaks, and black sand beaches.

5. Cod Fishing Season = Local Culture at its Peak

February to April is the Skrei cod season, when Norwegian fishermen return to the islands for the centuries-old winter cod harvest. You’ll see racks of drying fish (hjell), bustling harbors, and maybe even join a fishing trip or try traditional Arctic cuisine like “mølje”.

6. Winter Adventures, Lofoten-Style

• Snowshoeing to frozen lakes and coastal viewpoints

• Backcountry ski touring (if you're into that!)

• Photography workshops — winter is the season

• Cozying up in rorbu cabins with wood fires, hot saunas, and ocean views

• Watching sea eagles glide past ice-capped cliffs

7. Perfect Mix of Light and Dark

In February, the days begin to lengthen — from 6 hours to over 12 by the end of March. That means enough light for activities, but still dark enough to catch the aurora. It’s the best of both worlds.

🔥 In Short:

If you want wild beauty, raw light, and the northern lights above an Arctic sea, February and March in Lofoten are unbeatable.
Come for the aurora — stay for the silence, the mountains, and the magic of winter light.

DIFFICULTY: Medium
DURATION: 5 days - 4 nights
PERIOD: Every Tuesdays from February 3rd to March 24th
MINIMUM AGE: 6 years
GROUP PAX: from 4 to 12 passengers
LANGUAGE: English, Italian

COST: from 45.900,- Kr/person

INCLUDED IN THE TOUR:

• Navigation on a tall ship up to 12 passengers max

• nr. 2 Overnights stays in 3 *** or superior hotels in B/B in Tromsø

• 1 “goodbye” dinner in Tromsø,

• Full board included

• Escursions in Senja by minibuss w/lunch

• Visit the villages of Sommarøy, Nyksund, Henningsvær, Nusfjord, Hamnøy, Sakrysøy, Reine and Å i Lofoten,

• Excursion to the most spectacular beaches in Lofoten,

• Cruise into the Trollfjord

• Exclusive guide/photographer from FRAMTours

NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR:

• Flight TO/FROM Tromsø

• Possibility of some hike in Senja and Lofoten,

• Possibility to discover a part of Lofoten by electric bike and/or kayak,

• Personal travel insurance (higly recommended),

• Meals where not included,

• Anything not mentioned under "included in the tour"