Northern Lights holidays: Unusual ideas

Seeing the Northern Lights is top of most travellers' bucket lists but if you want to go one further and witness the extraordinary phenomenon with a twist, there are a few ways you can make your Northern Lights holiday extra special this winter.

See also: Norway's top places to see the Northern Lights

Thought Aurora hunting in a magical winter wonderland couldn't get any better? You were wrong as there are many experiences to make your Northern Lights trip unique. If you feel like having a real adventure, you can hop on a snowmobile in Finland to chase the display as you travel across frozen lakes and forested fells to the best vantage points.

See also: Pod of whales swim under the Northern Lights (amazing video)

For a one-of-a-kind experience, spend the night in a heated sleigh as you are pulled through the Arctic wilderness from the comfort of your toasty transport.

This winter also celebrates the world's first Aurora Festival in Sweden, perfect for holidaymakers with a genuine interest in the science behind the natural wonder. Experts will share their knowledge, reveal the secrets behind taking the best Northern Lights photographs and teach you about the myths and legends behind the Aurora Borealis at the dedicated festival.

Those who like to sit back and relax, can raise a toast and enjoy the show from a Northern Lights bar in Iceland, or lay back and float in a thermal lagoon as the Aurora appears in the sky over you. There is even a Northern Lights express train in Norway that the kids will love, as well as Aurora bubbles for you to sleep under the dancing lights.

See our pick of the best Northern Lights holidays to book this winter.

%VIRTUAL-TripAdvisorWidget%