Norway · LUNCH EXPERIENCES
Good tours with lunch fill up weeks ahead and the short-season ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Feed 300 reindeer by hand, warm up in a Sámi lavvu with hot chocolate and stew, then enjoy stories and joik in Tromsø.
“We loved the experience. Got a decent amount of time with the reindeer. The story time was really enjoyable, unfortunately some people in the group were disrespectful but the tour itself was amazing. We had the vegetarian soup which was really yummy”
Self-drive husky sledding near Tromsø with mushing lessons, snowfield thrills, and a warm Sami bidos lunch by an open fire in 4 hours.
“Well organised! This was one of our favourite activities of our stay in Tromso. The dogs are clearly happy and well looked after and could not wait to pull us on a sled. We had a great time on the sled and then got plenty of time to meet the dogs, puppies and the people working with them - who all genuinely love their job.”
5-hour small-group Arctic roadtrip from Tromsø around Kvaløya, with thermal gear, fjord photo stops, wildlife chances, and lunch.
“If you come to Tromsø, this is not a choice!! it’s a must. The tour guide personally drove the vehicle and provided detailed explanations throughout the trip. He also took us to a breathtaking fjord that felt like a dream. We were served delicious donuts along with warm tea, coffee, and cocoa. It was a perfect 5hour fjord adventure that felt far too short. Throughout the journey, we felt completely relaxed and comfortable.”
Guided snowshoe hike from Tromsø with a summit picnic, wildlife spotting, and guide photos afterward, plus warm drinks and gear.
“We had an amazing snowshoeing experience! Everything was perfectly organized and so much fun trom start to finish. Walking through the snow with snowshoes was such a unique and beautiful adventure. Magda and Chris were absolutely fantastic - professional, friendly, and very supportive the whole time. They made us feel comfortable and sate, and they truly went above and beyond to make the experience special. I am extremely satisfied and would definitely give this tour an excellent rating. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable winter adventure!”
Hand-feed gentle reindeer near Tromsø and warm up with a Sami lunch in a wooden hut, with winter gear and cultural storytelling.
“Excellent trip with Johan who was both informative and fun. We enjoyed feeding the reindeer and learning about Sami culture.”
Guided husky sledding from Tromsø with 200 dogs, puppy cuddles, and a warm bidos lunch by a wood fire.
“We had a fabulous day, great adventure! Manically, the dogs were beautiful and loved. Our Guide dogsledding Jacob was amazing, and Mark was very informative about the dogs. The lunch afterwards was delicious. Highly recommend this adventure”
Tromsø Arctic fjords tour to Kvaløya with a panoramic picnic lunch, small-group van ride, photo tips, and a real shot at wildlife.
“We were very lucky as got VIP treatment as only my sister and I were on the trip Simone was a great guide, good chat, very informative about the area and history Feel we were lucky with weather as very clear day and the changing light was magnificently magical. Truly beautiful experience that we will never forget”
Ride a modern coach from Bergen to Flåm and UNESCO Nærøyfjord by boat, with Tvindefossen, Stegastein views, and an included lunch.
“Good organization and planned stops. Nice cruise around fjords”
Feed 300 reindeer at a Sami camp near Tromsø, hear joik and stories, and warm up with bidos soup and lunch.
“We learned a lot about the Sami culture and traditions. The reindeer feeding was quite an experience! The food was great and the hosts were very welcoming.”
Seven-hour Tromsø trip to Kvaløya with Sami campfire stories, joiking in a lavvo, reindeer feeding, and lunch at Sommarøy Arctic Hotel.
“A terrific day out! We wanted to learn more about the Sami culture and of course see some reindeers. This tour delivered! What a beautiful experience to be in the middle of a herd! So special, so memorable. Recommended!”
Hands-on puppy training at a Tromsø husky kennel, a wilderness hike with young dogs, plus provided gear and a warm lunch.
“Excellent experience! We were able to play and cuddle with puppies and adult dogs. The guides were great to explain everything and were very friendly. The food was also excellent.”
6-hour Arctic fjord bus tour from Tromsø with Kvaløya and Sommarøy photo stops, wildlife, warm lunch, and included photos.
“Everything was perfect! Our guide Kirstin was very good at guiding us around and being sure we were safe walking on iced paths and snow. You could see she loves her job by the way she told us anything she knew about the landscape and Norway culture adding funny jokes here and there. The food was very good, who could say no to a good salmon sandwich and hot chocolate!! Love the overall experience!”
4-hour Tromsø snowshoeing tour with a Sami reindeer camp. Feed reindeer, enjoy bidos lunch, warm drinks, and round-trip transport.
“What an amazing trip!!! We began with a very scenic and comfortable trip by coach to the farm Once we arrived we were warmly welcomed and given a brief overview of the day Firstly we had the chance to feed the reindeers. These majestic animals were obviously well cared for and we were given ample time, food and space to enjoy this friendly herd and take many photos! Next was the snowshoe hike. Our two guides were absolutely charming. They made sure that everyone in the group felt included and were able to safely go at their own pace. The scenery was stunning and we made frequent stops at the…”
A full day from Tromsø to Senja and Kvaløya by van and ferry, with wildlife spotting, photo stops, and a homemade Arctic picnic lunch.
“I joined the Senja Discovery tour with Philip as our guide, and it was absolutely worth it. He’s incredibly kind, proactive, and full of knowledge about the local culture and geography. Senja itself is stunning, and we were lucky to have great weather that day. The biggest surprise was the lunch Philip prepared: hot soup and dessert, which made the experience even more special. Highly recommended!”
Small-group Arctic fjords tour from Tromsø to Sommarøy and Kvaløya, with wildlife spotting, guided photo help, and a warm Norwegian lunch.
“Andie was a wonderful guide. Personable, freely gave information and took us to some of the most beautiful scenery in the islands. She provided a delicious traditional lunch and dessert that she cooked herself. Everyone had a great day, it was definitely worth it.”
Every kind of day out on this coast, and the best of each.
