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Northern Lights, Alaska
Alaska Northern Lights & Winter Nights – An Escorted Journey
7 days from $3,699 pp $3,199 pp
  • Enjoy opportunities to view the Northern Lights among Alaska’s pristine wilderness
  • Ride the Aurora Winter Train through the dramatic scenery of Denali National Park
  • Experience a dog-sled ride across tundra and spot iconic wildlife at a remote refuge
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Northern Lights at Borealis Basecamp
8 days from $2,695 pp $2,495 pp
  • Watch the Northern Lights from your private igloo while staying at Borealis Basecamp
  • Travel toward the coastal town of Anchorage on the Alaska Railroad’s Aurora Winter Train
  • Explore your way with a choice of excursions at Borealis Basecamp and in Anchorage
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The Northern Lights & Lapland
The Northern Lights & Lapland
10 days from $4,199 pp $3,699 pp
  • Travel to some of the most ideal destinations to see the Northern Lights
  • Enjoy a husky sleigh ride in Lapland, stopping to savor a traditional ‘fika’
  • Stay on the Lofoten Islands, learn about Sámi culture and explore Trondheim
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Northern Lights Tours & Rail Vacations

Witnessing the awe-inspiring spectacle of the Northern Lights is a dream for many. As a travel authority for more than 50 years, we have carefully crafted Northern Lights tours that bring this dream within reach, putting you in prime position to witness one of nature's most breathtaking phenomena amid stunning scenery.

For a globe-trotting adventure, choose from incredible Scandinavia vacations that not only offer unforgettable landscapes, but also put local culture at the forefront. Ride scenic railways like the Nordland Railway and Ofoten Railway, cruise along dramatic fjords, and delve into local indigenous culture. You could also stay closer to home, witnessing nature's greatest light show in the Alaskan skies in beautiful and remote places such as Chena Hot Springs or Bettles Lodge. Find your perfect Northern Lights experience with Great Rail Journeys.

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Aurora Train
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Anchorage & Talkeetna Northern Lights Getaway
4.4 stars(10 reviews)
Independent
2026Dec
2027JanFebMar
4 days from
$1,695 pp $1,595 pp
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Northern Lights, Alaska
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Alaska Northern Lights & Winter Nights – An Escorted Journey
4.7 stars(67 reviews)
Escorted
2027Mar
7 days from
$3,699 pp $3,199 pp
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Northern Lights, Chena Hot Springs
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Alaska Northern Lights & Aurora Train
4.8 stars(47 reviews)
Independent
2026Dec
2027JanFebMar
7 days from
$2,995 pp $2,695 pp
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Dining Hut under the Stars
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Northern Lights at Borealis Basecamp
4.8 stars(22 reviews)
Independent
2026NovDecSepOct
2027JanFebMarApr
8 days from
$2,695 pp $2,495 pp
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Aurora Borealis
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Aurora Viewing at Chena Hot Springs
Independent
2026NovDecSepOct
2027JanFebMar
6 days from
$2,095 pp
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Alaska Wildlife
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Northern Lights & Alaska Highlights
4.5 stars(20 reviews)
Independent
2026Dec
2027JanFebMar
7 days from
$2,595 pp $2,395 pp
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Northern Lights Swirling over Pine Trees
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Aurora Viewing at Bettles Lodge
4.7 stars(22 reviews)
Independent
2026NovDecOct
2027JanFebMar
6 days from
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Best Time to Admire the Northern Lights

Our Northern Lights tours only depart during peak viewing months to give you the best viewing opportunities.

1 Nl Visibility Ratings Jan Mar Quarter

With clear skies and a fresh blanket of snow on the ground, there is no better time to view the Northern Lights than during the long winter months.

2 Nl Visibility Ratings Apr Aug Quarter

Exchange the Northern Lights for the "Midnight Sun" during these months when long daylight hours make it nearly impossible to spot the wonder.

3 Nl Visibility Ratings Sept Oct Quarter

As the seasons start to change and the nights stretch longer, it may be possible to catch a glimpse of the Lights as "Aurora season" begins once more.

4 Nl Visibility Ratings Nov Dec Quarter

Although some cloud cover can obscure the view, the winter-clad landscapes and long nights make an incredible setting for hunting the Northern Lights.

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Alaska Northern Lights & Winter Nights – An Escorted Journey
4.7 stars(67 reviews)
Escorted
2027Mar
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Seek the magical aurora borealis on a sensational winter journey from Fairbanks to Anchorage, riding the amazing Aurora Winter Train in the shadow of Denali. An evening in the wilderness provides a great chance to catch the Northern Lights, while an exciting dog-sled ride through the snow-covered tundra and a curling lesson help uncover the...

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The Northern Lights & Lapland
4.4 stars(431 reviews)
Escorted
2027JanFebMarNov
2028JanFebMar
Escorted

Embark on spellbinding Scandinavian rail journeys from the ancient Viking capital of Trondheim to Swedish Lapland, visiting the best places to see the Aurora Borealis, with many opportunities to experience these swirling lights. Travelling by rail through amazing landscapes, cross the Arctic Circle to Bodø to seek the ethereal Northern Lights on...

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Northern Lights & Alaska Highlights
4.5 stars(20 reviews)
Independent
2026Dec
2027JanFebMar
Independent

By day and night, immerse yourself in the wonders of an Alaskan winter. With its far-north location, this state is one of the best places in North America to see the Aurora Borealis, and this journey features plenty of opportunities to do just that. Venture into the state's remote interior aboard the Alaska Railroad's Aurora Winter Train,...

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Alaska Northern Lights & Aurora Train
4.8 stars(47 reviews)
Independent
2026Dec
2027JanFebMar
Independent

Embrace winter's natural beauty and Alaska's frontier spirit on this week-long journey featuring Fairbanks and Anchorage. In Fairbanks, spend your days exploring independently and your nights chasing the Northern Lights at Chena Hot Springs Resort and a backcountry yurt. Then, traverse 350 miles of the remote, untouched Alaskan interior to...

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Northern Lights at Borealis Basecamp
4.8 stars(22 reviews)
Independent
2026NovDecSepOct
2027JanFebMarApr
Independent

Experience the Northern Lights like never before on this independent trip into Alaska's backcountry to Borealis Basecamp. Set just outside of Fairbanks, this unique hotel immerses you in the spirit of Alaska with fantastic excursions, including dog sledding, and presents the Aurora Borealis from the comfort of private fiberglass igloos. ...

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Northern Lights on a Winter Arctic Cruise
4.6 stars(40 reviews)
Escorted
2027JanFebMar
2028JanFebMar
Escorted

Experience Norway in magical winter, first exploring Oslo and Bergen with an epic journey on the spectacularly scenic Bergen Railway, before embarking on a six-night cruise into the enthralling Arctic wilderness. Our northbound sea voyage from Bergen to Kirkenes passes beautiful fjords, and crosses the Arctic Circle, before a husky sled...

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Aurora Viewing at Chena Hot Springs
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2026NovDecSepOct
2027JanFebMar
Independent

Beautiful vistas and incredible adventures lie ahead on this journey through America's Last Frontier. Travel from Anchorage to Fairbanks on the Alaska Railroad, surrounded by pristine wilderness, and experience Fairbanks your way before heading into the backcountry in search of the elusive Northern Lights. Complete with a two-day stay at...

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Canadian Rockies & Northern Lights
4.1 stars(10 reviews)
Independent
2026NovDec
2027JanFebMar
Independent

Two national parks, endless mountain scenes and remote landscapes blanketed in snow set the stage for this independent vacation. With ten days split between Alberta, British Columbia and the Yukon Territory, this journey paints a memorable picture of a Canadian winter. Experience beautiful winter scenery from an unforgettable vantage point...

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Anchorage & Talkeetna Northern Lights Getaway
4.4 stars(10 reviews)
Independent
2026Dec
2027JanFebMar
Independent

Powder-capped mountains and frosty landscapes beckon in America's winter wonderland, Alaska. Here, the days are short, the nights are long, and snow covers the terrain to create storybook scenery during your four-day vacation. Split your time between Anchorage and Talkeetna, venturing between them on the storied rails of the Alaska Railroad...

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Aurora Viewing at Bettles Lodge
4.7 stars(22 reviews)
Independent
2026NovDecOct
2027JanFebMar
Independent

America's Last Frontier is filled with wild beauty and fascinating cities, and you get a taste of both on this wintertime vacation. Travel between Anchorage and Fairbanks on the Alaska Railroad before flying into the Arctic Circle for a two-night stay at Bettles Lodge. Here, with unspoiled views of the Brooks Range, you can spend your days...

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Northern Lights & Sweden's Arctic Circle
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One of the best places in the world for auroral activity, Swedish Lapland is as remote as it is scenic. Heritage and tradition are the beating heart of the region and experiencing morsels of this culture in highly scenic locations immerses you in Sweden in ways you could have only imagined previously. This expedition presents the opportunity...

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Alaska Northern Lights & Winter Nights – An Escorted Journey
11/Apr
Marcia
5 stars
“This was the truly the trip of a lifetime. It surpassed all my expectations. All of the accommodations, from the planned meals to the bus, were first class. Everyone should experience Alaska like this! (Not to mention, my grandson proposing to his girlfriend under the Northern Lights!)
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Alaska Northern Lights & Aurora Train
10/Apr
CATHERINE WANT
5 stars
“It was a great trip. Especially loved driving the dog sled.
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Aurora Viewing at Bettles Lodge
3/Apr
MARY CHRISTINE HENSHAW
5 stars
“The staff did everything they could to make sure we our trip was successful, especially Katz and Logan.
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Northern Lights on a Winter Arctic Cruise
22/Mar
David Thompson
5 stars
“A great experience. Fantastic train journey from Oslo to Bergen the the boat through the stunning landscape beyond the arctic circle
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The Northern Lights & Lapland
9/Apr
Petra Tamlyn
4 stars
“We thoroughly enjoyed the trip. Snowy Norway was extremely beautiful, people friendly and food excellent. The Sami experience and Ice hotel were fascinating and Swedish husky ride exhilarating… lovely experiences. Due to bad weather conditions part of our itinerary had to change but the company and tour guide did...
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Northern Lights & Alaska Highlights
1/Apr
Charolette Rivera
4 stars
“The train itself and the 1st Alaska Tours trips/excursions were wonderful, well organized, and prompt! Definitely 5star. What was not so good was Vacations By Rails ability to schedule and communicate - we were rescheduled multiple times, to the point we began to doubt if we even were going...
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Anchorage & Talkeetna Northern Lights Getaway
30/Mar
Ms Hawks
4 stars
“Not sure why we went to Talkeetna other than to take the train. Our lodging was nice but there was no food except in town , which we had to walk to and it was cold. The lodge picked us up at the train station and then later, took us...
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Canadian Rockies & Northern Lights
4/Mar
MARK FRANCIS ANTHONY SUMMERS
4 stars
“Fun vacation. Even though we did not see the northern lights. We enjoyed dog sledding and snowmobiling in beautiful surroundings. I love snow and we had lots. We did have the premium package so accommodations were very good. Expect trail delays from via rail. We were lucky. The Jasper Lodge...
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Northern Lights at Borealis Basecamp
1/Feb
Rick
4 stars
“igloo experience was excellent. evening dining options were mixed bag, expensive and bar charges disconnected from ability to charge to room which required excessive tipping.
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Why see the Northern Lights with us

Spectacular settings

From Norway's Lofoten Islands and Sweden's Arctic town of Kiruna to the vast wilderness of Alaska, our Northern Lights tours are designed around destinations known for the most mesmerizing displays. These remote locations offer crisp air, dark skies and minimal light pollution - ideal conditions for witnessing the Northern Lights in all their glory.

Prime time of year

Our itineraries are scheduled during the best times of year to see the Northern Lights, from the snow-dusted landscapes of November to the long, clear nights of January through to March. On a tour with us, you can travel when chances are at their highest and the surroundings at their most magical.

See the lights by land and sea

On one of our most unique itineraries, Northern Lights on a Winter Arctic Cruise, you can enjoy a magical journey through Norway's dramatic fjords and into the Arctic Circle. This special journey offers unforgettable ways to chase the Northern Lights, from standing beneath snow-lit skies to watching from the comfort of a modern cruise ship, so you can experience this natural wonder from extraordinary vantage points.

Hassle free adventure

Our expert Tour Managers and thoughtfully planned itineraries mean you can enjoy the adventure without any worries. We handle all the details, from travel and accommodation to excursions and local insight, so you can focus on soaking up the scenery and culture, and watching the Northern Lights dance across the sky.