Beyond Scandinavia: Unusual Places in Europe to Witness the Northern Lights

The Northern Lights is a celestial ballet of beautiful lights that paint the Arctic Sky’s canvas. Embark with Northern Lights Packages to witness the grandeur of these artistic wonders that will capture your mind like it has always captured the imagination of adventurous travellers.

While you can visit Scandinavia with Scandinavian Tour Packages, it is undoubtedly a popular destination to fall in love with this awe-inspiring natural spectacle and make memories to last a lifetime.  However, Northern Lights Packages also let you explore the lesser-known locations across Europe that offer equally enchanting and mesmerising northern lights views to capture.

So apart from Scandinavian Trips with Scandinavian Tour Packages by segv, you can add a list of destinations for an adventurous and wonderful experience that will be your off the beaten path excursions making for you a memorable trip that will linger on long after it has lasted. Make sure to include the following destinations in your Northern Lights Viewing excursion.

Scandinavian Countries : Popular Destination for Northern Lights Viewing Since Centuries 

With Scandinavian Tour Packages, you can go on excursions to Norway, Sweden, and Finland, which would be your perfect destination for a mesmerising Northern Lights viewing experience. Scandinavia would offer you a perfect backdrop with its expansive Arctic landscapes, minimal light and air pollution, and a strategic geographical location in the Arctic Circle.

Scandinavian Tour packages also offer you a dynamic experience of a front-row seat to witness the splendid dance of the Aurora Borealis. You can also go on Northern Lights safaris and chase the lights in wonderful locations such as Norway’s Tromsø, Sweden’s Abisko National Park, and Finland’s Lapland and fall in love with an unforgettable spectacle.

Unusual Landscapes To Unravel Unique Landscapes for Northern Lights Viewing

There are also lesser known landscapes that can be embarked on with Northern Lights Packages that have always been top notch choices for Northern Light Enthusiasts. These remote locations offer wonderful conditions for you to view the Northern Lights.

With minimal light pollution it enhances the experience of celestial display creating wonderful experiences for you . You can indulge in exploring the archaeological wonders of Orkney and witnessing the magical dance of lights over the Faroe’s dramatic fjords against the beautiful backdrop of northern lights that will capture your heart.

  1. Shetland Islands, Scotland: An Exceptional Place to Witness Northern Lights away from the Crowd

This destination is far flung from the mainland nestled in the northeast of Scotland.  You can visit the Shetland Islands which is a serene archipelago well known for their awe inspiring landscapes and wildlife that homes the island. This tranquil destination will provide you with an amazing opportunity to witness the Northern Lights away from the crowded common known places.

Along with northern lights, you can explore the rugged coastlines with significant ancient ruins, and cliffs that nestle a variety of bird species. Here you can also embark on coastal walks and  visit ancient archaeological sites. Don’t forget to savour local delicacies like Shetland lamb which is a local cuisine to have a taste of.

  1. The Isle Of Skye, Scotland: Mystical Landscapes with a Stunning View Of the Northern Lights

You can visit this iconic destination that could be your off the beaten path adventure peacefully nestled off the west coast of Scotland.  The Isle of Skye would be your mystical landscape that will make you fall in awe of the splendid backdrop for the Northern Lights. This destination has a lot more to offer with its ancient castles, majestic cliffs and wondrous moors.

So get ready to seek refuge in this outworldly getaway of northern lights viewing. This place is also devoid of light pollution that will enhance the visibility of the auroras for a wholesome experience. It will create for you an intimate connection between the celestial display and the island’s natural splendour. You can also set out to explore iconic landmarks such as the Old Man of Storr and Quiraing during the day time.

  1. Westfjords, Iceland: A Less Travelled Alternative to the iconic Golden Circle 

While Iceland is not always a destination for travellers for a clear Northern Lights viewing.  The Westfjords region will indeed offer you a less-travelled alternative to explore the popular Golden Circle. This destination flaunts a variety of majestic and splendid landscapes, that includes tours for you of the towering cliffs, panoramic fjords, and scenic fishing villages.

You will find that this region is comparatively isolated that minimises light pollution and air pollution that creates an ideal environment for indulging in a panoramic view of the colourful auroras. Don’t forget to explore the splendid Dynjandi waterfall, the iconic Hornstrandir Nature Reserve, and the awe inspiring town of Isafjordur that are iconic destinations that cannot be missed out on, and get ready to immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of this seemingly isolated Icelandic gem. 

  1. Faroe Islands, Denmark: A Gateway to witness Aurora Lights In Winters

This iconic destination is nestled in the North Atlantic Ocean, the Faroe Islands will offer you a wondrous backdrop of the Northern Lights away from the crowded locations. The archipelago’s will offer you a scenic extravaganza with its vibrant fishing villages, rugged cliffs and majestic fjords providing a beautiful excursion.

This place is located on northern latitude, and is well-positioned for you to witness the Aurora Borealis during the winter months which makes it a beautiful place that cannot be missed out. The juxtaposition of traditional Faroese culture and the cosmic light show makes for an unforgettable experience that will last forever.

  1. Murmansk, Russian Lapland: A Refuge to Discover the Lesser Known World of the Northern Lights

While you find yourself venturing into the Russian Arctic you will come across Murmansk that always stands as a gateway to the lesser-explored Lapland region for northern lights enthusiasts from all across the world.

The Kola Peninsula here, will take you on an excursion to its vast tundra expanses and will let you venture close to the Arctic Ocean, this will be your journey to seamlessly indulge in all the unique vantage points that will allow you to have a breathtaking experience and view of the magical northern islands. This place is not just about the mesmerising celestial spectacle, this also offers you a chance to delve into this region’s indigenous and well known Saami culture which will allow you to discover and participate in their traditional reindeer herding practices and well preserved nomadic way of living life. Here, you will witness that the Northern Lights become not just a visual spectacle to marvel at but also seamlessly blends to be a part of the broader cultural experience in this beautiful Russian Lapland.

  1. Ilulissat, Greenland: A Beautiful Untouched Domain For Northern Lights Enthusiasts 

As we all know Greenland is the world’s largest island and has always remained a relatively untouched destination for Northern Lights enthusiasts travelling from all around the world. You will find this beautiful destination called Ilulissat nestled silently on Greenland’s west coast.

This panoramic place will never fail to offer you a breathtaking out of the world setting with its iceberg lined Disko Bay. This will definitely be a chance for you to witness nature’s sacred spectacle which is seemingly juxtaposed between the massive ice formations and the dancing lights of the auroras creating an ethereal awe inspiring experience that will be yours to treasure forever.

While you plan to visit this place make sure that your itinerary has plans to embark on enjoyable boat tours to witness the Northern Lights which get magically reflected on the icy waters of this mystical destination. Don’t forget to explore Ilulissat Icefjord and engage with the local Inuit communities to gain deeper insights and meaningful experiences  of Greenland’s unique cultural and natural heritage intertwined with each other.

CONCLUSION REMARKS 

It has always been true that Scandinavia continues to be a magnet for people from all around the world seeking the Northern Lights indulgence. But, with Northern Lights Package you can see yourself venturing beyond these well-trodden paths and unveil for yourself a tapestry of lesser-known, off the beaten path locations across the length and breadth of Europe.

Whether it’s Scotland’s magical Isle of Skye, or the far off Faroe Islands, or the Arctic wonders of Russian Lapland or the unique landscapes of Iceland, along with the pristine mystical wonders of Greenland all of these destinations will offer you diverse and lovely experience of the Aurora Borealis. These unusual destinations will not only provide you with awe-inspiring views of the Northern Lights but also allow you to seemingly immerse yourself in diverse cultures and landscapes of the hidden Europe that will be a delight to explore apart from mainstream destinations.

You can be the one creating memories for yourself that will transcend the celestial marvels itself. As your interest in aurora tourism grows, you can see yourself exploring these hidden gems that will indeed offer you a chance to witness the grandeur of Northern Lights in magical settings that are as beautiful as the phenomenon itself.