Flight from JFK to Norway.
Flight SK#920 departs JFK at 11:20 pm and arrives Copenhagen at 1:00 pm, the next day.
In Copenhagen connect to flight SK 4452, departing t 2:10 pm and arriving Tromso at 4:40 pm.
Upon arrival the group will transfer in a private coach bus to their hotel.
Stay in Moxy Tromsø for 2 nights.
In the evening enjoy a group welcome dinner at your hotel (buffet style).
Overnight in Tromso.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
Private coach transfer to the city center.
Visit the Polar Museum and the national protected exhibition in the Nature Historical University Museum about the native Sami people.
7:30 PM: Pick up from the hotel city to start your Safari night tour.
A private bus will drive to the nearest spot from where we can observe northern lights depending on the Aurora forecast. This tour includes a guide, bus, hot chocolate/tea, cookies, and the northern lights pictures. After the tour, the bus will return you to the hotel. Overnight in Tromso.
Airport transfer, to catch your flight to Oslo.
Flight with Scandinavian airlines on flight #4411 departing at 10:30 am arriving in Oslo at 12:30 pm.
Upon arrival, a panoramic tour by bus with a local guide of Oslo before continuing to your hotel (within walking distance) from the University of South-Eastern Norway, Drammen Campus.
https://www.usn.no/english/about/campuses/drammen/
Stay at Comfort hotel Union Brygge
Breakfast included
Walk to the train station (900m , 13 min). Train tickets from Drammen to Oslo main train station and light rail ticket to the national medical museum (total transfer time of 1h20 min).
Entrance tickets to the medical museum (no guided tour) with access to the rest of the technik museum as well.
Train tickets back to Drammen with the same itinerary.
Breakfast included.
Day under own arrangements
University of South-Eastern Norway, Drammen Campus- academic visit USN arrangement
10am – Campus tour
11am – Presentation by Molloy students in the morning
1pm – 2nd year student from Campus Drammen
1 – 2pm – Meeting student democracy in Norway, Norwwegian Nursing Union (Student Department) 3pm – Free time
Breakfast included.
Day under own arrangements
Drammen academic visits – USN arrangement
10am – Wellness Center or Nursing home or Long term care center activity center for the Elderly Presentation for nursing teams and professional teams for people living at home in Drammen municipality
1pm – Hike(3.7 miles) to the Open Air Museum, Spiralen. Features a collection of buildings frequently know as a Folk Museum
Breakfast included.
Day under own arrangements
Drammen academic visits – USN arrangement
10am – Visit SIM lab, exploring VR technology
11am – Workshop- Drammen faculty and students in their final year, share with Molloy faculty and students the similarities and differences in elder care and promoting healthy aging. Discuss what all have learned from the experiences during the trip.
1pm – Research presentations by active researchers and possible collaborations between USN and Molloy Presentation by Victoria Siegel and Andrea Morgan-Eason on their research area
2pm Museum or social activity in the afternoon
6pm – Farewell dinner
Breakfast included
Airport transfer from Drammen to Oslo International Airport for your flight back to JFK.
Take Scandinavian Airlines flight SK#1469 departing at 1:50 pm, connect via Copenhagen, and arrive at JFK at 9:30 pm.
Tromsø – Moxy Tromsø – arrival 9th March, departure 11th March – 2 nights
Located in Tromsø, Moxy Tromso features a fitness center, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 1.9 miles from Tromsø City Hall, 1.9 miles from The Polar Museum and 2.1 miles from University of Tromsø. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar.
The daily breakfast offers continental, vegetarian or gluten-free options.
Speaking English and Norwegian, staff are always on hand to help at the 24-hour front desk.
The Art Museum of Northern Norway is 2.2 miles from the accommodation, while Polaria is 2.3 miles away. The nearest airport is “Tromsø, Langnes”, 0.6 miles from Moxy Tromso.
Drammen – Comfort hotel Union Brygge – arrival 11th March, departure 16th March – 5 nights
On the banks of Drammen River, this modern hotel in a building with a glass facade is a 13-minute walk from the Drammen Museum of Art and Cultural History, and 18 km from the medieval-era Røyken Church.
Sleek rooms offer free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs with multimedia connections.
A breakfast buffet is served in a minimalist restaurant. There’s also a 24-hour deli and fitness center, as well as a chic bar in the lobby.
Trip price: $3,200 twin room occupancy
Deposit: $500
Single room supplement: $480
Final payment date: Tuesday, January 23, 2024
| Departure Day | Departure Date | From (airport/terminal) | Departure Time | Flight # | To (airport) | Arrival Time (local time) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | March 8, 2024 | JFK, NY | 11:20 PM | SK 920 | Copenhagen | 1:00 PM +1 |
| Saturday | March 9, 2024 | Copenhagen | 2:10 PM | SK 4452 | Tromso | 4:40 PM |
| Monday | March 11, 2024 | Tromso | 10:30 AM | SK 4411 | Oslo | 12:30 PM |
| Saturday | March 16 2024 | Oslo | 1:50 PM | SK 1469 | Copenhagen | 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | March 16 2024 | Copenhagen | 5:40 PM | SK 919 | JFK, NY | 9:30 PM |
Celestial Voyagers Terms and Conditions relate to specific contracts with various suppliers. The policies and regulations below must be strictly enforced.
$500 non-refundable deposit upon registration
Balance payment due: Tuesday, January 23, 2024
All changes and cancellations must be provided in writing.
The following penalties apply with the number of days prior to departure:
We advise all travelers to purchase travel insurance in case of any unforeseen circumstances and if you are no longer able to travel. We offer the following insurance policies through Allianz Travel Insurance: Basic, Classic, and Classic with cancel anytime. Prices vary with age and amount insured.
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Passport
Most countries require that a passport be valid for six months beyond the completion of a trip. If your passport expires before September 16, 2024, you must apply to renew your passport.
Visa
If you are not a US citizen please check with the Norway Consulate Office or a visa agency for the latest requirements. You will also need a re-entry permit to return to the USA
Gineth is in charge of the Operations Department, supervising ticketing and travel planning. With over twelve years of experience in the travel industry, Gineth has exceptional leadership experience, and her passion for travel has contributed to her successful career.