Self-Guided Halfday Trip to Sommarøy

By Best Arctic
Best Arctic
Best Arctic
Best Arctic
Best Arctic
Prices from

580 NOK

per person

Combine a sightseeing trip by bus to the Arctic Caribbean of Northern Norway: Sommarøy Island.

General information

Summer 2026 Deal: An easy and budget-friendly way to explore Sommarøy and the Arctic scenery for NOK 590 per person return.

Hop on our red Arctic Route bus, number 930. This is a self-guided trip. Download our free Digital Storytelling app before departure here.

A Half-Day Out in Arctic Summer Scenery

Hop on the Arctic Route for a trip to one of Northern Norway's stunning island destinations: Sommarøy.

Enjoy a 1.5-hour scenic drive along two fjords and through the valley passage of Kattfjordeidet. After crossing two bridges, you arrive at Sommarøy for a gentle sightseeing walk at your own pace. The island offers restaurant services at Sommarøy Hotel (located by the bus stop), where you can enjoy a coffee, a waffle or a hot lunch (not included).

Hop on the bus at 2:15 PM (14:15) for your journey back to Tromso. You will arrive back in Tromso at 4 PM (16:00).

Included: Return transport from Tromso to Sommarøy by Arctic Route bus, comfortable coach, 1 hour of sightseeing in Sommarøy, free Wi-Fi on board, USB charging points on the bus

Please bring: Weather-appropriate clothing

Duration: 4.5 hours

Itinerary:

- Departure: Prostneset Bus Terminal, Tromso at 11:30 AM (11:30) – look for the red Arctic Route bus, number 930

- Arrival in Sommarøy: Sommarøy Hotel at 1:10 PM (13:10), outside the main entrance

- Departure from Sommarøy: Sommarøy Hotel at 2:15 PM (14:15), outside the main entrance

- Return to Tromso: 4 PM (16:00)

Prices from

580 NOK per person

Facilities

  • English
  • Bus (up to 50 persons)
  • Norwegian
  • ISO 14001
  • Easy
  • Eco-Lighthouse
  • Child 0+
  • 3-5 hours
  • 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.


Best Arctic
Phone: +47 953 03 888
Email: [email protected]
Web: https://bestarctic.com/