Located above the Arctic Circle, Tromsø is considered to have one of the highest probabilities of seeing the Northern Lights in the world. Increase your chances of spotting them dance across the sky by visiting between September and April. Join a tour that will take you into the remote rugged landscape to see them in their full effect. Aside from the incredible Northern Lights viewing, there are many other amazing things to experience. From cruises in search of a variety of whale species, a fascinating museum about arctic life and winter activities such as husky sledding and reindeer farms. With new seasonal direct flights from London with British Airways there has never been a better time to visit. 

Visit Tromsø on our Chasing the Northern Lights in Tromsø holiday.

Iceland’s lesser-known town of Akureyri is a gateway to the north’s natural wonders including the ethereal Northern Lights, which can be spotted September through to April. With easyJet serving direct flights from London and Manchester this season, Akureyri makes an excellent choice for a quick getaway. From here you can experience many of the highlights of the Diamond Circle including the impressive Godafoss Waterfall and Lake Myvatn with its thermal baths. Experience incredible whale watching or relax and unwind in the Forest Lagoon. 

Visit Akureyri on our Northern Iceland Winter Escape holiday.

Famously known as the hometown of Santa Claus, Rovaniemi combines whimsical festive activities with the thrill of seeing this natural phenomenon. The Northern Lights can be spotted approximately 200 nights a year in Lapland and there is no better way of viewing them then from the comfort of your own glass igloo. This unique way to view them only adds to the experience that will surely last a lifetime. 

Visit Rovaniemi on our Luxury Winter Escape holiday.

As the northernmost settlement in the world, you cannot get any better than this! The small town of Longyearbyen is smothered in darkness from mid-November to January which allows Northern Lights to be seen at any time of the day. This is known as the Polar Night and is the perfect time to visit Svalbard if you are planning to tick the Northern Lights off your list. Svalbard is a magical place and there are plenty of winter activities to make your trip as memorable as ever, from snowcat tours, dog sledding through valleys and cosy evenings in a wilderness camp.

Visit Svalbard on our Svalbard in Winter holiday.

Travel north into the Yukon to Whitehorse city and experience a fantastic display of the Northern Lights over the winter season. Only a two and a half hour flight from Vancouver makes the Yukon an excellent add-on to any winter escape or ski holiday in Western Canada. Each night seek out the Northern Lights while by day learn about the towns former gold rush glory, visit the SS Klondike or perhaps relax in the nearby Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs. 

Visit Yukon on our Northern Lights of Yukon holiday.

For more inspiration take a look at our Northern Lights Holidays pages.