Norway

In Search of the Northern Lights 2011-12

from €849 per person 12-16 December 2011 NOW FULL

from €919 per person 05-09 February 2012

from €949 per person 20-24 February 2012

Prices exclude Government Tax & Charges of €41pp (subject to fluctuation) and Insurance

Departures: 12 December 2011 & 05 and 20 February 2012

Scandinavian Travel Specialist, Rory McDyer Travel, brings you a truly unique opportunity this winter to experience the phenomenon that is the Northern Lights in the beautiful and lively Norwegian city of Tromsø, high above the Arctic Circle.

Of all the must-see natural wonders of the world, the elusive Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) always figures as most desired and least achieved on the traveller’s wish lists. Located a mere 2000km from the North Pole, Tromsø makes for the perfect base for this experience boasting some of the highest levels of Northern Lights activity on earth. Tromsø is also famed for its wooden architecture, the impressive Arctic Cathedral, The Polar Museum, and Mack’s Brewery, the world’s most northern brewery on the globe, which supplies the city’s many bars & cafes.

“Aurora Borealis”: “Heavenly” is the more commonly used word to describe the experience of this celestial, playful, floating phenomenon. Most people are left speechless when they see it. The indigenous Sami people believed the Northern Lights were a god. There’s a more scientific explanation today but a genuine Tromsø local would still never dare wave to the Northern Lights!

Package Price Includes:

· Return Flights with SAS from Dublin to Tromsø (via Oslo)

· ReturnAirporttransfers to and from the hotel

· 4 nights at the Radisson BLU Tromsø for December and Clarion Collection With Hotel on B&B basis February

· Complimentary evening snack/buffet (warm dish) at Clarion Hotel only in February (not dinner)

· Evening Northern Lights Wilderness Centre Excursion

Package Price Excludes:

· Taxes of €41 per person (subject to change)

· Travel Insurance …… (please ask for a quote)

· Single room supplements €289/309 (Subject to availability)

· Dog Sled and Sami Meal Excursion and a full list of other optional excursions available on request

· Fuel surcharge may apply

Note: limited availability per departure.

€150 deposit per person to secure a booking..

Balance due 10 weeks before departure.

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Scandinavian Airlines

Outbound: Depart Dublin at 1325 via Oslo arrive Tromsø 2025

on 20 February, flight leaves at 12h10 and arrives Tromsø 18h10

Return: Depart Tromsø 0645 via Oslo arrive Dublin 1120

On 05 February only the schedule is changed to:

1 SK4411 09FEB TROMSO-OSLO 10h15 – 12h05

2 SK1469 09FEB OSLO-COPENHAGEN 13h45 - 14h55

3 SK2537 09FEB COPENHAGEN-DUBLIN 16h50 - 18h10

Flights include 23kg checked-in luggage allowance, pre-seating at check- in.

SAS is our preferred carrier to Scandinavia and was Europe’s most punctual airline in 2010.

*Note: As Norway is not in the EU you may purchase Duty Free in the airport and on-board SAS

The Clarion Collection® With Hotel

The Clarion Collection® With Hotel is located on the waterfront in the historic Skansen area facing the mountains. It is conveniently located within walking distance of the Polar Museum (Polamiseet) and minutes from Mack's Brewery (Mack's Olbryggeri), Tromsø Botanic Garden, the Tromsø Museum

and the Arctic Cathedral, also known as the Tromsdalen Church (Tromsdalen Kirke)

A variety of restaurants bars and cocktail lounges are located in the surrounding area of the hotel

The Radisson BLU Tromsø Hotel

Centrally located in the heart of Tromsø, the Radisson Blu Hotel is just 4 kilometres from the airport.

The city’s main business, trade and industrial areas are just a short Walk away, while excellent shopping

and the lively restaurant areas are just steps away. The Hurtigruten (Coastal Steamer) linking North and

South Norway is only a three minute walk away. Lapland is a two hour drive from Tromsø and

Spitsbergen is a two hour flight away.

Excursion (included in basic price)

Northern Lights at the Tromsø Wilderness Centre (18h15 – 22h15)

(Transfer 30mins)

Escape the city lights for a better chance to view the Northern Lights/Aurora Borealis, weather permitting. If the lights don’t show on this visit, you will still enjoy

the warmth of a Sami lavvo where you will be served hot drinks and you can grill sausages over an open fire “Norwegian Style”. The centre is also home to 200 Alaskan huskies. A visit to see the puppies is to be recommended. You’ll be provided with warm winter clothing suitable for the outdoor conditions.

Excursion includes hot drinks and a snack.

A Reindeer dinner can be arranged at a €36 pp supplement. (beverages extra)

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OPTIONAL ACTIVITY: Dog Sledding: €250 pp (duration 4 hours)

(Transfer 30mins)

Experience the thrill, action and adventure of chasing the Northern Lights through the dark and frozen landscape of Norway’s winter countryside, with your own team of energetic Alaskan huskies and driver. If conditions allow, and you have pre-booked, you might be allowed to drive your own sledge! You’ll be provided with warm winter clothing suitable for the outdoor conditions. Includes a typical Sami Meal, served around an open fire, in a traditional Sami Tent.

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