Northern Lights Cruises: 5 of the Best

Northern Lights cruises are something that everyone needs to do at least once in their lifetime. The great news is that you don’t have to travel far from these shores to tick this experience off your bucket list, with Iceland, Norway and even the far north of Scotland lending themselves perfectly to spotting the Aurora Borealis.

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Here are just some of the best Northern Lights cruises departing over the coming months, which take in some pretty incredible destinations along the way.

Ambience, Ambassador Cruise Line – 20 March 2025

This 2025 Northern Lights cruise from London Tilbury will take you to stunning ports right along the eastern coast of Norway, before going as far north as the Arctic Circle.

You will enjoy an overnight stay in Alta, where you can explore the snow-covered scenery and be in with a decent chance of seeing the lights.

14 Nights | Norway’s Land of the Northern Lights | Departing 20 March 2025

Aurora, P&O Cruises – 1 December 2025

P&O Cruises departs from Southampton on this Northern Lights cruise, which just so happens to be on board the adults-only Aurora. You’ll visit some of the most picturesque ports in Norway, including those in the north of the country where you’ll most likely have your best chance of spotting the Aurora Borealis.

Other ports of call en route include Tromso and Bodo, giving you plenty of opportunity to see more of Norway on this 14-night adventure.

14 Nights | Norwegian Fjords | Departing 1 December 2025 >>

Viking Neptune, Viking – 27 January 2026

Viking Neptune is destined for Norway’s northern shores in 2026, when guests will have the perfect opportunity to see the Aurora Borealis. With stops in Tromso and Alta, there will be plenty of chances to explore these snow-capped destinations throughout this 12-night sailing.

12 Nights | In Search of the Northern Lights | Departing 15 February 2025 >>

Spirit of Discovery, Saga – 22 February 2026

How about going in search of the Northern Lights with like-minded travellers? Saga’s Spirit of Discovery will set sail from Portsmouth before heading to the far north of Norway. While you’re this high up in the Arctic Circle, there’s a decent chance of spotting the natural phenomenon.

16 Nights | The Northern Lights & Arctic Circle | Departing 22 February 2026 – Call 01246 819 819 for more details

Balmoral, Fred. Olsen – 13 March 2026

Set sail on board Fred. Olsen’s Balmoral, a smaller ship that will deliver that real homely feel as you cruise from Southampton in search of snowy landscapes and, of course, the Northern Lights.

Aside from the incredible scenery and picturesque ports, you will head up into the Arctic Circle to visit Alta and Tromso, known for being among the northernmost destinations on mainland Norway.

10 Nights | In Search of the Northern Lights | Departing 13 March 2026 >>