Northern Lights Hunting in Murmansk (AUR005), Northern Russia 4 Days 3 Nights

We will meet you upon arrival at Murmansk airport (MMK) and take you to explore the city of Murmansk. This is the largest city in the world located within the Arctic Circle. You will discover historical insights into how this city was connected to World War 1 and World War 2. Visit the Alyosha Monument, dedicated to the defenders of the Soviet Arctic during the war, symbolizing great patriotism. As Russia is predominantly Russian Orthodox, our city tour will include visits to two main churches: Murmansk Church of the Saviour on Waters and the exquisite Kola Feodorit Church.

Visit the Lenin icebreaker, the world's first nuclear-powered icebreaker, which operated for 30 years and had its nuclear reactor replaced in 1970. Later, larger icebreakers were developed under the Arktika-class with a deadweight of 23,500 dwt, producing 6 vessels in 1975. Each vessel was powered by 2 nuclear reactors of 56 MW to navigate the deep waters of the Arctic. Arktika became the first surface ship to reach the North Pole in 1977.

In the evening, enjoy a Northern Lights hunting activity.

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Today, we will take you on a scenic 131-kilometer journey to Teriberka, a charming fishing village situated along the coast of the Arctic Ocean. Admire the historic village boats and beautiful mountains. On the beach, you will find naturally rounded stones known as "dinosaur eggs," and visit a scenic waterfall. This location is quite far from the village, so travel by vehicle is required; however, if you visit during winter, you can enjoy an exciting new experience riding a snowmobile (this activity may be canceled if weather conditions are unfavorable for safety reasons). In the evening, enjoy dinner with expansive ocean views and savor delicious giant King Crab. After dinner, you can hunt for the Northern Lights here in Teriberka or along the way back to Murmansk. If weather conditions in both locations are not favorable, we will take you to other spots where the Northern Lights can be seen.

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Today, we take you on a 160-kilometer journey deep into the forest to Arctic Land. Enjoy breathtaking snow-covered views along the way to Arctic Land, located near the village of Lovozero. Then, listen to an introduction from the Sámi people, the indigenous inhabitants of this region. Traditionally, the Sámi were hunters, fishermen, and reindeer herders who followed shamanism, praying to elements of nature (rivers, lakes, forests, and rocks). We take you to learn about Sámi culture, traditions, and way of life, feed the reindeer, and even enjoy a reindeer sleigh ride. Afterwards, visit a husky farm to meet these dogs renowned as the most playful and adorable in the world, and experience a husky sled ride. Finally, tonight we head out to chase the Northern Lights if the weather was unfavorable on previous days.

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Transfer to Murmansk Airport for your safe journey home.