THE Northern Lights are the most stunning natural phenomenon in the world and on many travellers’ bucket list.
However, a holiday to see them doesn’t have to cost a fortune, with trips to experience the Aurora Borealis available on a budget.
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The incredible light show can occasionally be seen in the night sky over Britain, typically during the Equinox and Solstice in March and April, as well as September and October.
Iceland is one of the best places to see the Northern Lights and the best season is from September to mid-April, when the months are full of dark nights.
Norway is also known as an aurora hotspot, as well as northern Finland and Sweden.
The good news is there are plenty of budget-friendly packages on offer with prices starting from £119pp on Wowcher.
You can even do it on a cruise.
To give you a helping hand, we’ve put together the ultimate guide for finding cheap Northern Lights holidays.
Reykjavik, Iceland
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Iceland is one of the most famous spots to see the Northern Lights, so there’s no surprise there are already a lot of deals around.
Wowcher has a deal on a holiday to Iceland with two nights at a hotel of your choice and flights thrown in for £119pp.
The hotel is located Reykjavik’s city centre, so you’ll get plenty of time to explore the Old Harbour – perfect for whale-watching or checking out the local wildlife.
You can also book the all-important Northern Light tour for an extra £35pp.
To take advantage of the cheapest offer leave from any London airport on April 21, although cheap deals under £150pp can be found in January.
There’s a similar deal on LoveHolidays to stay at the four-star Grand Hotel Reykjavik, although you’ll need to book tickets to the all-important Aurora Borealis tour separately.
Return flights from Edinburgh leaving on January 12 are included in the package which costs £207pp for two nights. Click here to book.
If you want a truly unforgettable experience you can also book a three-night stay with breakfast included at Hotel Smári, a Northern Lights hunt with Secret Escapes.
The package includes an excursion to discover the country’s breathtaking landscapes in all their glory – think Geysers, waterfalls and the Thingvellir National Park.
You’ll also get to dip into the thermal waters of one of Secret Lagoon’s several hot spots and of course and go on a Northern Lights and stargazing tour.
Leaving London Luton on January 21 the package costs £299 per person – down 44 per cent compared to its usual price of £534 per person. Find out more here.
Finnish Lapland escape
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Escape to the winter wilderness of Finnish Lapland to the snow-covered Arctic, thanks to Wowcher.
The discount website is offering a two-nights’ stay at the four-star Scandic Pohjanhovi hotel,
For £299pp you’ll get to discover Lapland’s wonders with a trip to Arktikum, a museum and science centre in Rovaniemi, explore the picturesque Koivusaari Nature Trail and get up close to polar bears as well as 50 different arctic animal species at Ranua Wildlife Centre.
Of course, you can also meet Santa Claus and explore his magical home with an excursion to Santa Claus Village, which included in this deal.
Leave on March 25 from a London airport of your choice to take advantage of the deal.
Tromso, Norway
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Tromso is the largest city in Northern Norway and between fjords, mountain peaks, and islands, it is a prime starting point for your Arctic adventure.
Find great value deals with Lastminute.com, which is offering a three-night holiday in Tromso for £359 per person, with return flights from London Gatwick on January 15.
The deal includes a stay at Smarthotel Tromso in the heart of the city, within a five-minute walk of Tromso Cathedral and the Art Museum of Northern Norway
Faroes & Land Of Northern Lights
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This two-week long cruise will take you to the Faroe Islands and Iceland, where you’ll have the chance to witness the incredible Northern Lights.
Sail from Liverpool with accommodation in your choice of cabin with full-board included with prices starting at £699.
Would you rather spend your Christmas on a beach instead? Check our guide of the best deals over Christmas and New Year for winter sunshine.
We also have a guide to the best winter cruises for this year’s festive season.
Looking for something more festive? Check out the top offers for Christmas market holidays abroad.
