Murmansk. Hunting for the the Northern Lights

Overview

Recommended period: September - April
Main sights: "Alyosha" monument, nuclear-powered icebreaker "Lenin", the village of Teriberka, the Sami ethnic village, Husky Park, hunting for the the Northern Lights.
Accommodation: Azimut hotel 4* 
Transport: comfortable air-conditioner car/minivan/minibus

Would you like to touch a miracle? See real magic with your own eyes? We suggest that you go to Murmansk to hunt for the northern lights - an amazing and breathtaking phenomenon of northern nature! Photos of this natural phenomenon almost always cause controversy about the use of photoshop - the play of colors in the night sky looks so incredible and amazing. You will be able to make unforgettable shots against the background of the northern lights! Friendly atmosphere, high-quality photos and vivid impressions - and you will remember this adventure for a long time!

Itinerary
1 day
Welcome to Murmansk - the largest city in the world located beyond the Arctic Circle!
Your guide will meet you in the airport or at the railway station and you will begin your amazing journey from the sightseeing tour.
You will take a walk around the city center and visit the "Alyosha" monument, memorial complex the "Lighthouse", church "Savior on the waters", also you will go up to the observation deck and see Murmansk from a bird's eye view. You will learn the history of the city of Murmansk and get acquainted with the historical places of the Second World War. Including an excursion to the world's first nuclear-powered icebreaker "Lenin" with the ability to take photos inside and outside the ship.
After accommodation at the hotel (check in - after 14.00) where you can relax we will invite you to go hunting for the amazing and magical Northern Lights!

2 day
Breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
The second day of the program will present you an unforgettable adventure on the coast of the Arctic Ocean - the village of Teriberka. Our way to the ends of the earth you will pass through the vastness of the tundra and the harsh but attractive landscapes of the Russian North. During the tour you will get acquainted with the history of this place, daily life of the villagers, you will enjoy the beautiful view of the Barents Sea and the snowy mountains, you will have a lunch and try to build a stone pyramid for good luck. Wildlife, endless tundra and unique northern landscapes. Feel the icy atmosphere of the Barents Sea!
Upon returning to the city you can relax at hotel and then, if you were unlucky the day before, you will go hunting for the the Northern Lights again.

3 day
Breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
On the third day you will visit the Sami ethnic village, where you will get to know the Sami culture, learn their history, traditions, play an old Sami games and you can see the several types of local hut. The Sami village is located deep in the Kola Peninsula among Russian nature. You can visit the alley of sacred idols and you can even make a wish that will surely be fulfilled (you will need 6 yellow coins for this). You will get to know the fauna of the village and will have the opportunity to ride a sleigh with reindeer or a banana ride on a snowmobile. After that you will have a delicious traditional lunch of fish soup and stewed venison.
Afternoon you will visit the Husky Park, where cute Siberian Husky will ride you in his sleds. A friendly atmosphere, tea table, Husky story and much more awaits you.
On your last evening in Murmansk you can walk along the shores of the Barents Sea by your own or take a rest at hotel.

4 day
Breakfast at the hotel restaurant, check out.
Transfer to the airport or the railway station with your guide.