This is more than a sightseeing trip — it’s a journey to one of the northernmost edges of the world, where dramatic landscapes and ancient cultures meet the raw forces of nature. Your adventure begins with a comfortable drive from Alta through Norway’s untamed Arctic scenery. Along the way, you'll witness towering fjords, rugged coastlines, and tranquil fishing villages that have withstood the test of time. Keep an eye out for Arctic wildlife — it’s not uncommon to spot herds of reindeer along the roadside or soaring sea birds above the cliffs. Throughout the journey, your expert guide will share captivating stories about the history, culture, and legends of the region. Learn about the lives of local fishermen, the fascinating world of King crabs, and the rich traditions of the indigenous Sami people. With several scenic stops along the route, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to capture the unforgettable beauty of this Arctic wilderness. Finally, you’ll arrive at the North Cape — the northernmost point of Europe — where dramatic cliffs plunge into the Arctic Ocean. Here, you'll have ample time to explore, take photos, and soak in the profound sense of place that draws travelers from around the globe. As a memento of your journey, you’ll receive an official North Cape certificate to commemorate your visit. Tour Highlights: Comfortable round-trip transfer from Alta to North Cape Visit the northernmost point of Europe Guided storytelling in English – other languages available upon request Learn about Arctic wildlife, local fisheries, King crabs, traditional Sami culture, and daily life in the north Stay time at the North Cape: 2 hour North cape certificate Access to the service area at North Cape & Entrance to North Cape Hall Lunch Important Info: Tour Duration: 10hrs (3.5hrs drive one way approximately) Meeting Point: Markedsgata 6, Alta (Canyon Hotell) Meeting Time: 15 minutes before departure db71d5ff98ff span Good to Know: Equipped vehicle for all seasons All drivers are highly experienced , ensuring your comfort and safety throughout the journey Weather can change quickly at the cape – we recommend dressing in layers and bringing a windproof jacket Note, winter time the roads can be closed, routes and trip can be changed and cancelled on short notice
Alta Cruise Harbor
Havneveien 24, 9515 Alta
Gargia Lodge
Gargiaveien 96, 9518 Alta
Glød Explorer
GLØD Explorer is a nature-based adventure and expedition company based in Alta, Norway, in the Arctic Finnmark region.
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Journey to the Edge of Europe!

Experience Wild Arctic Coastlines!

Discover Sámi Culture and Wildlife!
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94% satisfaction across recent stays, based on verified GuestRevu reviews imported automatically from GetYourGuide, Tripadvisor, and Google.
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Germany
An absolute blissful location and fulfilled every wish we had for a stay in Norway. Tranquil setting, with stunning scenery and friendly, hospitable hosts. Nothing was too much trouble and they were able to cater to my vegetarian dietary requirements. The food was delicious and it was lovely getting...
(Translated by Google) A nice place, we had a great room, very nice staff and good service, great food, definitely a place to visit 🤗 (Original) En fin plass , vi hadde et flott rom , meget hyggelig betjening og god service, knall god mat , absolutt en plass og besøke 🤗
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Switzerland
Incroyablement humain et une beauté incroyable
Great location, breakfast and the staff! We stayed with dog and there was no problems.
Great stay
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Germany
We stayed at the Gargia Lodge in Dec '25. Despite some bad weather and clouds (even with projected Kp values as low as 1) we got multiple nights of lovely northern lights viewing, right outside our cabin doors. In fact we could check the sky through the window - and just step out when it was clear &...
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CH
(Translated by Google) Perfect location for short and long trips in the surrounding area. For example Alta Canyon. Nice premises and staff who welcome you "home" (Original) Perfekt beliggenhet for korte og lange turer i nærområdet. Fx. Alta Canyon. Hyggelige lokaler og ansatte som ønsker deg velkomm...
Alles
Aamiainen oli todella hyvä
Die Unterkunft liegt abseits von Ortschaften mitten in der Natur. Man kann von hier aus auf das Hochplateau und zum Alta Canyon wandern. Die Wanderung ist definitiv empfehlenswert. Das Personal ist durchweg sehr freundlich gewesen. Das Essen ist hervorragend, sowohl das im Preis inbegriffen Frühstüc...