ESN Vaasa Adventure trip to Lofoten (18.04.2019-22.04.2019)
- Departure 18.04.2019
- End date 22.04.2019
- Availability over 8
- Price from 345€
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Trip overview
Welcome to the Arctic student adventure to breathtaking scenery of the Norwegian Lofoten! Explore the magical fjords and amazing nature scenarios with ESN and Timetravels. Lofoten is not only landscapes. You will also visit fisherman villages and find out more about the mighty Vikings!
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Guided activities
Trollfjorden cruise - 55 EUR
Visit one of the world’s most famous fjords, Trollfjorden, and experience breathtaking scenery on an adventure you will never forget. If you are lucky, you will see white talled eagles and orcas.
Sea Kayaking - 75 EUR
Once in a lifetime experience - no special requirements, all the needed equipment is provided by the company. Firstly, guides will teach you the paddling and balance technique. Then, you will get 2-person Kayaks, and start making your way to the sea, around small islands, bays and beaches. If you are lucky, you might spot some local wildlife: seabirds, eagles, seals! Please, note that for sea kayaking activity, participants must have a travel insurance that covers kayaking activity.
Lofoten Viking museum guided tour (included)
Feel how it was to live as real viking! Join the guided tour to the Lofoten Viking museum and learn about the history, culture and habits of the vikings the spot where has located the biggest found chieftain house in the world! Museum tour consists of 2 exhibitions, short film and and the reconstructed Chieftain´s house with guided tour. The museum will be visited during the day tour on the Lofoten Islands.
Day trip around Lofoten Islands (included)
Departure for the day excursion around the Lofoten islands. Explore the beautiful fjords and landscapes. We will visit charming fisherman villages and make stops for pictures in the most iconic places of Lofoten. During the trip we will also have a break at Ramberg beach and swimming possibilities. Then, in Reine, you will have time for small snacks and exploring the village.
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Preliminary trip program
Itinerary is subject to change. Final trip program will be sent to you within 1 week before trip starts
DAY 1 – Departure day
14:00 (Finnish time) Departure from Vaasa Bus Station
Overnight bus journey. There will be gas station breaks approximately every 3-4 hours.DAY 2 – Arrival to Svolvær, Trollfjorden Cruise (55 EUR)
08:45 Estimated arrival in Kabelvåg (Norway time)
09:00 Time for Breakfast (not included in the trip price)
10:00-14:00 Trollfjorden Cruise. On your way to visit the most spectacular Lofoten Fjords: Trollfjorden, you will also have possibility to try Arctic Fishing and if you are lucky enough, beautiful eagles will show up attracted by the fish smell
14:00 Check in to the cottages, free timeDAY 3 - Day Tour by Bus around Lofoten Islands (included)
08:50 Departure for the day excursion around the Lofoten islands. Explore the beautiful fjords and landscapes. We will visit charming fisherman villages and make stops for pictures in the most iconic places of Lofoten.
11:00 Visit of the Lofotr Viking museum (included)
14:00 Ramberg beach and swimming possibility
15:00 Stop in Reine, time for small snacks and walking in village
19:00 Arrival back homeDAY 4 – Sea Kayaking (75 EUR)
08:30 Sea Kayaking (Group 1)
11:30 Sea Kayaking (Group 2)
12:00 Check out from the cottages, luggage can be kept in the bus during the last day
12:15 Free time for hiking
16:00 Departure back to southDAY 5 - Arrival back Home
11:30 (Finnish Time) Estimated arrival in Vaasa Bus Station
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What is included
Package price includes● Round bus trip from your booked departure point to Lofoten
● Accommodation 2 nights in cottages (6-12 people)
● Day excursion by bus around the Lofoten islands
● Viking museum guided tour
● Group leader servicesFor Extra Cost:
● Bed linen and towel
● Trollfjorden cruise (4h)
● Sea Kayaking
● meals during the trip -
Accommodation
In a beautiful harbour of Kabelvåg stands a cluster of traditional fisherman cabins, build in 1923.Here you can enjoy a combination of a living museum and modern comfort. Separated from the Vestfjord only by a breakwater, they offer unforgettable views of mountaintops and the sea.Each fisherman cabin has:-bathroom-shower-kitchen with pans, bowls, plates and all the cutlery-stove and oven-fridge-beds with pillows and duvets (sheets not included)-free Wi-Fi -
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