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Autumn Aurora holidays - no need to wait until winter

11th July 2014 Print

Autumn in Finland, Sweden and Iceland can offer some of the most beautiful and photogenic Auroras anywhere in Europe. Temperatures are considerably warmer in autumn, meaning that nocturnal waits for the Aurora are less cold – a bonus for any Northern Lights enthusiast. The reflection of the Northern Lights on the surface of the lakes, yet to freeze for winter, is a sight to behold.

Here are some exciting ideas from The Aurora Zone:

Photography with a local expert, Jeris, Finland

When the autumn colours start to burn across the forests in Finland, the landscape transforms and is touched with an explosion of vibrant colour. An autumn trip to light-pollution-free Jeris is ideal for perfecting photography skills. The remarkably photogenic scenery is especially visual during this time and you’ll have an expert on hand to share all the tricks of the trade. Activities include a photography workshop, an Aurora picnic, visits to a dog sled centre and reindeer farm, hiking and two night-time Aurora hunts with a fully qualified guide. Departing in September, October and November, The Aurora Zone’s Jeris Autumn Aurora Photography trip costs from £1,395 pp (two sharing) including flights (London), transfers, four nights’ accommodation with four breakfasts, three lunches and four dinners, activities, photography tuition and guides.

Aurora Adventure, Abisko, Sweden

With an exceptional Aurora record, visit the wild and remote region of Abisko and maximise your Aurora viewing opportunities. The trip includes a scenic train journey to Narvik on the Norwegian coast giving you the chance to explore independently, as well as an Abisko hike in the spectacular landscape surrounding your lodge accommodation, a night of tuition with renowned Aurora photographer Chad Blakley and a dedicated minibus hunt to search for the Lights from the perfect viewpoint. Departing October or November, a trip to search for the Northern Lights in Abisko costs from £1,495 pp (two sharing) including flights (London), transfers, four nights’ accommodation at the Abisko Mountain Lodge with four breakfasts, three lunches and four dinners, activities and guides.

Autumn Wonders, Reykjavik and Ranga, Iceland

Enjoy Iceland in the autumn, with the combination of a city break plus the opportunity to see the spectacular Aurora Borealis. Activities on the Autumn Wonders and Northern Lights trip include a night-time hunt for the lights, a ‘super jeep’ trip to Gulfoss and Geysir, a ‘fire and ice’ guided tour to see natural wonders including glaciers, geysers, volcanoes and waterfalls, and an excursion to the Blue Lagoon. Departing in October or November, a trip to Iceland costs from £1,925 pp (two sharing) including flights (London), transfers, four nights’ accommodation with four breakfasts and three dinners, activities and guides.

For more information, visit theaurorazone.com.