Arctic Route Tromsø - Lyngen - Tromsø

Northern Lights in the sky above distillery
Guided tour of the distillery
Dog sledding
Snowmobile with the Lyngen alps in the background
RIB Boat in fjord with snowcovered mountains behind
Happy lady climbing an icy mountain
Prices from

600 NOK

per person

Arctic Route that brings you between Tromsø and the Lyngen Alps.

General information

The Tromsø – Lyngen / Lyngen – Tromsø route gives you the opportunity to experience the spectacular Lyngen peninsula, with its wide range of activities and accommodation options. The connection operates from December to March.

This route is also suitable for day trips that can be combined with evening activities in Tromsø.

Along the Lyngen route, you can stop off and try a variety of Arctic experiences, such as dog sledding, ice fishing, snowmobile safaris, ice climbing or Sami cultural experiences. You can also visit the world’s northernmost whisky distillery, Aurora Spirit Distillery.

Relax on board comfortable coaches with Wi-Fi, USB and charging points, toilet facilities and experienced, service-minded English-speaking drivers.

Unfortunately, animals are not allowed on board, with the exception of guide dogs.

Important information

Arctic Route takes you by bus from Tromsø city centre to Breivikeidet ferry quay. From Breivikeidet, you take the ferry to Svensby in the Lyngen Alps. The ferry is free for Arctic Route passengers and takes around 25 minutes.

Please note that further transport from Svensby to the north of Lyngen or to Lyngseidet is not included in the Arctic Route ticket.

The Arctic Route uses its iconic red buses, marked with the Arctic Route logo. Look for the red Arctic Route buses.

Luggage

Each passenger may bring one piece of easy-to-manage hand luggage, which must fit under the seat or in the overhead rack.

Each passenger may also bring one larger item of luggage. The total height + length + width must not exceed 200 cm, and the maximum weight is 23 kg.

Minimum age to participate: All ages

Timetable:

Tromsø – Lyngen – Tromsø

• Tromsø: 8:45 AM (08:45)
• Breivikeidet: 9:50 AM (09:50)
• Tromsø: 11:00 AM (11:00)

Prices from

600 NOK per person

Facilities

  • Short tours
  • Family-friendly
  • Toilet facilities on bus
  • Bus (up to 50 passengers)
  • ISO 14001
  • Toilet on the bus
  • Environmentally certified business
  • 0-3 hours
  • Eco-Lighthouse
  • Green Travel

About Best Arctic

Life-changing experiences – The Arctic Way 

We put our heart and soul into delivering life-changing experiences based on quality and authenticity to you – The Arctic Way.


Best Arctic is a newly established Destination Management Company, covering the northern areas of Norway, Sweden, and Finland. The company was founded based on Bussring and Tromsø Safari.



With more than 17 years of experience in the tourism industry, we aim to inspire and offer you the best arctic experience ever: from winter to summer, all year round, single activities (northern lights tours, dog-sledding, whale watching, sightseeing tours, among many other exciting tours), accommodation, packages, cross-border bus transportation, and unforgettable experiences.



Our philosophy is based on maintaining our strong local connection by tight cooperation and involvement with local landowners, activity operators, guides, and other suppliers. We strongly believe in contributing to a better tourism destination for our guests and the locals, not only for today but, even more importantly, for the future.



Best Arctic has currently 18 employees operating out of our hubs/offices in Tromsø and Narvik.


Visit Tromsø
Phone: +47 776 10 000
Email: [email protected]
Best Arctic
Phone: +47 953 03 888
Email: [email protected]
Samuel Arnesens gate 5, 9008 Tromsø

Memberships and certifications

Green Travel