Norway · DINING EXPERIENCES
Good dining experiences fill up weeks ahead in season; the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Nighttime reindeer sledding from Tromsø, Sami dinner by fire, joik storytelling, and a real shot at the Northern Lights.
“reindeer stew was delicious. Cake too. just had too little time. because of nothern light”
Husky cuddles, Sami lavvo stories, and a warm bacalao dinner while you hunt for the Northern Lights near Tromsø.
“Absolutely amazing! The dogs are so friendly and happy to cuddle! They’re such little characters and you can see they’re so well taken care of ! The food was amazing and atmosphere was so light and fun, And then to finish the evening under the most gorgeous northern lights performance whilst roasting marshmallows by the fire, it was truly incredible! And of course all the guides and staff were so friendly and wonderful, truly an amazing experience!!”
Evening Northern Lights cruise from Tromsø with deck time, thermal suits, warm drinks, and local guides. Dinner option available.
“it was a very good tour, the guides were very knowledgeable and knew what they were talking about.They were very approachable and nice to talk to.”
Feed reindeer by night, warm up in a candle-lit lavvu, enjoy a 3-course Sámi dinner, and get a real chance to see the Northern Lights.
“We loved the tour as a whole!!! Super recommended!”
Tromsø’s Aurora Dinner Cruise pairs a quiet hybrid-electric catamaran with a warm 3-course Nordic seafood dinner and a shot at the Northern Lights.
“We loved the sustainability emphasis while on our Aurora dinner cruise! The hybrid-electric catamaran was so nice and quiet. Our meal was awesome and thoughtfully prepared. Our guides on the boat taught us interesting facts throughout the night, and our captain made sure we had a perfect opportunity to step outside to see an INCREDIBLE dancing northern lights show when the clouds cleared! We’ll never forget this experience and loved how convenient it was to embark and return! Thank you!!”
3-hour Oslofjord dinner cruise from Akershusstranda with shrimp meal, blankets, and wide-open views on a wooden sailboat.
“Unforgettable Views, Disappointing "Seafood" Dinner Our recent cruise was truly an unforgettable experience, largely due to the absolutely stunning views we encountered throughout the journey. The scenery was breathtaking, and we captured some incredible photos that we'll cherish. However, the dining experience, particularly the highly anticipated seafood dinner, left us quite disappointed. We specifically chose this cruise with the expectation of a diverse seafood dinner, envisioning at least two or more different types of seafood. Unfortunately, what we received was essentially a "shrimp dinner." While the shrimp itself was fine, it was a significant letdown given our expectations and what...”
3-course dinner on Oslofjord aboard a 100% electric boat, with live music and sunset views of Oslo's Opera House and landmarks.
“Honestly a breath taking night, the food, the sunset, the staff! Could not recommend more!”
Electric boat aurora cruise in Tromsø with a 3-course dinner, welcome drink, and a cozy indoor saloon plus outdoor viewing deck.
“The cruise was not what I was expecting, we didn’t see the northern lights nor did we sail out far enough to be able to see them. The cruise was smooth ride, the welcome onboard champagne was good. However, would be a better experience, if the champagne or welcome drinks were either unlimited for more than one. The food was great, and the service from the staff was friendly. Francesca, was very sweet and nice.”
Tromso night reindeer sledding with a 3-course Sami dinner, hands-on reindeer feeding, and a chance at northern lights.
“Amazing experience learning about the sami culture, while being surrounded by reindeer. Meal was lovely. Highly recommend.”
Tromsø Northern Lights small-group hunt with Sami guide, thermal gear, warm fish supper, fire-making, and pro photos by email.
“It was the highlight of our Norway trip. Jorgen is really a great guide, we got to know lot about his culture. The food was delicious and we were lucky to see the aurora, it was truly amazing :) We received great pictures about it, it will be a really nice memory. Thank you very much for the wonderful experience!”
Tromsø northern lights cruise on the Stella Oceana yacht for up to 12, with a hot tub, reindeer stew dinner, and fjord views.
“Captain Kenneth and his First Mate (his lovely wife) put on a 1st Class Experience on their luxury yacht. This was hands down our favorite experience in Tromsø. Being out on the water, seeing the northern lights dance from a hot tub on board, it was simply amazing. We also liked that it was more intimate with not too many people. Cozy cabin below to keep warm. Yummy dinner of reindeer stew!”
A quiet hybrid-electric Oslo fjord dinner cruise with live music, Nordic 3-course meal, and big views from deck and panoramic windows.
“A highlight of our trip! So comfortable. Really great boat. Beautiful sights. Lovely meal. Very nice evening.”
Chase the Northern Lights from Tromsø in a heated minibus with warm overalls, campfire soup, and free pro photos and portraits.
“This trip is excellent. Dont hesitate to book this. They are professional, on time, knowledgeable and make this an unforgettable experience. We traveled and found the perfect spot to see the lights dance for us. The pictures that were captured are the highlight of our trip.”
Reindeer camp dinner outside Tromsø with Sámi herders, a 3-course meal in a lavuu, and a chance to see Northern Lights.
“Loved it! The whole experience was great. There were a lot of reindeers enough to everyone to feed them. Maybe I would suggest to improve the toilets.”
Small-group Oslo walking tour that hands you a reserved table at Grand Hotel Oslo for lunch, afternoon tea, or dinner.
“Our guide Anders, a former chef was both informal and very knowledgeable. It was good itinerary, a rich mix of history with a contemporary perspective. Good storytelling with a sense of humour .Anders was very open to answer any question. And his passion for food added zest to our experience. Highly recommended !”
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