NOTE:
Last chance to register for the Pre-Summit
Adventures, Sommarøy and Sami Coastal Adventure, is
Thursday, October 16th.
- PRE-SUMMIT
- OPENING DAY
- OCT 21st
- CLOSING DAY
- OCT 25th
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POST-SUMMIT
Pre-Summit Adventures
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October
19th - 20th
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Visit Tromsø and
its providers warmly invite ATWS delegates who are tour
operators, specialty adventure travel agents and
journalists (subject to ATTA review) to enjoy one of
these incredible adventures at no cost, including
accommodations and meals. Your reservation is subject to
approval and availability. Please
click here to fill out application. For further
questions, please contact Amber Silvey at
amber@adventuretravel.biz.
- For all other
delegates and guests, there is a nominal charge of
$50.00 US to attend one of these Pre-Summit Adventures.
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This adventure will depart from the Rica Hotel. Please
arrive 30 minutes prior to adventure departure time.
- Any delegate
who is in Tromsø on the 20th will be responsible for
their hotel accommodations for that night –
click here for hotel information.
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- FULL!We
would like to introduce you to the
Coastal Sami Culture, and bring you the
Sami Village Manndalen right outside
Tromsø. Experience and learn about their
culture by participating, and enjoy
spectacular nature along the journey.
 Enjoy an overnight stay in Sami tents (lavvo)
and traditional “turf huts” (gamme). You
will be sleeping on the ground on
Reindeer skins/ fur around the fire,
listen to and learn about the
traditional Sami chant (joik) around
the bonfire outside in the evening,
hopefully with the Northern Lights
flashing over the sky.
You will be eating Sami food for dinner,
and get to taste other local
specialties that has long traditions in
the Sami Culture.
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07.30 – 09.00
Breakfast
09.00
Departure for different “workshops”
09.30 – 13.30
Workshops/excursions:
- Duodji (traditional hand craft):
decorating with “crow silver”
- Make blood sausages!
- Trip to Sætra and Svartskogen (Black
Forest) for storytelling (local history)
13.30
Back to boat and transfer to Tromsø
16.30
Arrival Tromsø
19:30
Get Together at Ølhallen
After
a good night sleep in the lavvo, we will
like to introduce you to Sami handicraft
(duodji), food traditions and stock fish
production.
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 The
good old Ølhallen... Macks Ølbryggeri is
the world’s northernmost brewery, which
was established in 1877. The city’s
oldest pub, Ølhallen, a place to quench
one’s thirst with the best Arctic brews,
is run in connection with the brewery.
In collaboration with Mack, we offer
Ølhallen as a venue for an informal
social evening. It’s just a five minute
walk from the hotel. At Ølhallen you
will enjoy a nice snack whilst catching
up with your friends and colleagues.
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Sommarøy
- FULL!
Sommarøy
is a small fishing village
located in beautiful nature
surroundings. It takes approximately 1
hour to get there, either by boat or by
bus. We use the facilities of Sommarøy
Kurs og Feriesenter for both business
groups and leisure travelers. Their sea
cabins are of very good standard, and
they also offer hotel rooms.
For more info, please visit the web site
www.sommaroy.no |
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18:00
Departure from Tromsø by bus A bus ride
that includes beautiful scenery. The
duration is one hour.
20:00
A
hot meal is served
You
will together with your host walk to the
Natur og Utfordring (Nature and
Challenge) activity park, and along the
way there will be a stop by the local
graveyard for a short history lesson.
Then you will be served a nice hot meal
based on local traditions in a lavvu. If
anyone would like to try out the Natur
og Utfording activity field, they will
have the opportunity to do so. Their
activity field consists of high masts
(13 meters) with wires between the
masts, so you can climb between, and
jump from the masts.
After enjoying a good time here, you may
withdraw to the hotel premises, where
one outdoor and one indoor hot tub await
you. How about starting with an ice cold
dip in the arctic ocean, and then jump
right into a nice and hot bath tub?
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If you
are lucky, you might enjoy the sight of
the spectacular
Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights).
The Tromsø area is one of the best
places in the world to see La Aurora
Borealis (The Northern Lights), but you
never know when she is going to show up.
Accommodation Sommarøy Kurs og
Feriesenter. Sea Cabins and Hotel rooms
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08:00
Breakfast
09:30
Sommarøy activities
You
will be divided into smaller groups and
do the following activities:
- Guided Sea Eagle safari on top of
the Hillesøy hill. There will be nature based activities
along the way. Duration: 2.5 – 3 hours. (25-30 pax)
- Local Culture with guide, museum,
local hand craft, art etc. Here you will also meet the
local population. Duration 2.5 hours. (25-30 pax)
Please note that if you also would like to join any of
the sea activities, you will have to choose between the
Sea Eagle Safari and the Local Culture tour.
- Sea Cruise with MS Rebell to
historical islands and places. 1.5 hours (15 pax)
- Sea Rafting boat no. 1 with sea
eagle safari by Hekkingen Fyr. 1.5 hours (7-8 pax)
- Sea Rafting boat no. 2 with sea
eagle safari by Hekkingen Fyr, 1.5 hours (7-8 pax)
After
approximately 1.5 hours the participants switch sea
activity.
- Fishing trip with local fish boat.
2.5 hours (10 pax).
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You
will be doing one activity prior to
lunch, and another activity after lunch.
13:00
Lunch at the hotel premises
14:00
Continuing with the activities
16:30
End activities
17:00
Departure by bus for Tromsø You will be
back in the city centre approximately at
18:10.
19:30
Get Together at Ølhallen |
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The
good old Ølhallen... Macks Ølbryggeri is
the world’s northernmost brewery, which
was established in 1877. The city’s
oldest pub, Ølhallen, a place to quench
one’s thirst with the best Arctic brews,
is run in connection with the brewery.
In collaboration with Mack, we offer
Ølhallen as a venue for an informal
social evening. It’s just a five minute
walk from the hotel. At Ølhallen you
will enjoy a nice snack whilst catching
up with your friends and colleagues.
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Opening
Day Adventures in Tromsø(FREE
for all Summit Delegates!)
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October
21st Starting 12:00 Noon
 Tromsø
is the starting point for the Adventure Travel
World Summit-Europe, and Visit Tromsø
warmly welcomes you to their wonderful city!
Tromsø is located above the Polar Circle, and is one of the best
places in the world to spot the Northern Lights. The position
above the Polar Circle also provides months of nearly total darkness,
as the sun stays below the horizon. In the summer, the sun does
not go below the horizon, allowing the beautiful and glowing Midnight
Sun to be enjoyed by all.
All Adventure Travel World Summit – Europe delegates may
participate in one of the two adventure options on Tuesday,
October 21st starting at 12:00PM-3:30PM free of charge.
Each of the Adventure Day options include transportation and adventure
activity. Adventures are available on a “first in- first
served” basis.
Please meet at the Rica Hotel 30 minutes
prior to adventure departure.
Delegates may choose one or both of the
Opening Day Adventures in Tromsø.
To
register for all the included excursions and
adventures
click here or contact Amber Silvey at
amber@adventuretravel.biz.
Two
options:
Kick
off your time in Tromsø with a sightseeing
tour that includes a visit to the Knowledge
Centre Polaria, and a trip to the Cable
Car.
 A
polar experience centre runs
in conjunction with the Norwegian
Polar Institute. You can
watch Ivo Caprino’s
majestic panoramic film of
Svalbard and see the bearded
seals and Arctic fish species
in the many aquariums.
Ride the cable car up to
Storsteinen, which is 420
m above sea level, for
a breath-taking panoramic
view of Tromsø and the
surrounding area. The view
is so good that it has
to be seen to be believed!
Please note that if there is wind of
more than 20 m/s, the Cable Car cannot
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Arctic Cathedral Midnight Sun concert
runs every night during the summer. Even
though the Midnight Sun is long gone
in October, Visit Tromsø would like to
give you a taste of this relaxing and
comfortable concert. |
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October 25th
Starting at 2:30PM
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Departing from
the Midnatsol - prior to the official closing of the
Summit.
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More information
coming
- To register
for all the included excursions and adventures
click here or contact Amber Silvey at
amber@adventuretravel.biz.
Post-Summit Adventures
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October 26th – varies
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Fjord Norway and
its providers warmly invite ATWS-E delegates who are
tour operators, specialty adventure travel agents and
journalists (subject to ATTA review) to enjoy one of
these incredible adventures at no cost, including
accommodations and meals.
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The first five
adventures are only available for qualifying tour
operators, specialty adventure travel agents and
journalists, only. Guests and other delegates are not
eligible.
• Active Adventures in Møre and Romsdal
• The Country of Contrast
• Stavanger and Ryfylke
• Coastal adventures along the Atlantic road
• Haugalandet
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All other delegates who
represent another aspect of this industry and ATWS
guests have the option to participate at a nominal fee
of $100 per person per day on these five adventures.
(Please make payments to Fjord Norge AS)
• Hardanger
• Luster
• Norway Active
• Bergen walks and Mount Fløyen
• Norway in a Nutshell
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Your reservation is subject to approval and
availability. Please
click here to fill out application. For further
questions, please contact Amber Silvey at
amber@adventuretravel.biz.
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- FULL!
Duration:
5
days, arrival in Oslo 30th October
in the evening.
Transport :
Fly
Bergen –Ålesund ( Dep: 09:45- Arr:
12:25, flight operated by SAS and
flight via Oslo )
Train from Åndalsnes to Oslo. (Dep:
16:11- Arr: 21:43, train service
operated by NSB)
Experience:
Experience this region of Fjord
Norway, which is just made for an
active holiday. You are in an area
where adventures are around every
corner. You will find the rough
mountain areas of the Sunnmørs- and
Romsdals Alps, the small islands
along the coast and the spectacular
fjords. The program will contain the
following: kayaking, guided hiking
tours, climbing, sea rafting and
maybe fishing.
www.visitmr.com,
www.62nord.net |
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- FULL!
Duration:
4
days, arrival in Oslo 29th of
October in the evening
Transport:
Bus to Stryn with a stop, overnight
stay and activities in Sunnfjord.
FlyÅlesund – Oslo (Dep: 18:30 Arr:
19:25, flight operated by SAS)
Experience:
Sunnfjord is a county of waterfalls,
with great fishing and hiking
opportunities. The Nordfjord is an
area of contrast, from the rough
sea, to quiet valleys and lakes,
until you again arrive at steep
mountains and the glaciers. In this
area you can experience Westcape –
the most western point of Norway,
surfing, glacier walks, hiking in
the mountains and experience a hint
of the coastal culture. Get also a
brief meeting with Ålesund, the art
noveau town.
www.nordfjord.no,
www.sunnfjord.no |
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- FULL!
Duration:
3
days and arrive in Oslo on Tuesday
28th of October in the evening.
Transport:
Fly
Bergen – Stavanger (Dep: 09:00-Arr:
09:35, flight operated by Norwegian
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Fly Stavanger – Oslo (Dep: 17:40-
Arr: 18:35, flight operated by
Norwegian )
Experiece:
The
Lysefjord with its steep mountain
walls and the majestic Pulpit rock
is a fjord unlike any other. Hike to
Preikestolen and enjoy the most
fantastic view over the Lysefjorden.
Cruise on the Lysefjord and enjoy
the fantastic sandy beaches along
the coastline. Stavanger itself,
European capital of culture, will
also be visited.
www.regionstavanger.com
www.ryfylke.com |
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Duration:
3
days, arrival in Oslo 28th of
October in the afternoon.
Transport:
Fly Bergen – Molde ( Dep 10:45 – Arr:
11:45 )
Fly Kristiansund –Oslo (Dep: 18:00 -
Arr: 19:10 )
Experience:
Møre and Romsdal the county of
active adventures has an exciting
coastline and is home to the
Atlantic Road – a beautiful road
literally in the middle of the
Atlantic ocean – between two
charming towns of Molde and
Kristiansund. Along this road we
will present to you the most
charming coastal villages and
experiences out of the ordinary. And
let’s hope for stormy weather - this
area only gets better in rough
weather.
www.visitmr.com |
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- FULL!
Duration:
3
days, arrival in Oslo 28th October
in the evening
Transport:
Expressboat from Bergen (Dep 12:40 –
Arr: 15:35 flight operated by SAS)
Fly Haugesund - Oslo ( Dep 18:35 –
Arr: 19:10, flight operated by SAS )
Experience:
Experience the Åkrafjord, where the
Langfoss Waterfall is situated at
the end of the fjord. Enjoy outdoor
activities like hiking and kayaking
in these fantastic surroundings.
www.visithaugalandet.no |
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- FULL!
Duration:
3
days, arrive in Oslo late 28th of
October
Transport:
Bus from Bergen to Rosendal
Train from Voss to Oslo (Dep: 17:10
– Arr: 22:32 )
Experience:
The
Hardangerfjord, often called the
orchard of the fjords is a great
experience. This trip will take you
to the Rosendal Barony and a very
interesting geological exhibition.
Hike or ski on the Folgefonna
glacier, hike and enjoy the
fantastic scenery of the
Hardangerfjord.
www.hardangerfjord.com |
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- FULL!
Duration:
3
days, arrival in Oslo 28th of
October in the evening.
Transport:
Bus from Bergen to Luster and return
via Flåm (Dep: 17:00) and Myrdal (Dep:
17:52), then train to Oslo and
arrival in Oslo 22:32
Experience:
The Sognefjord, the fjord beneath
the glacier is a fascinating
experience. Based in Luster we will
enjoy fjord experiences, kayaking or
rafting, glacier walks and kayaking
on the glacier lakes, hiking in
mountains with the most stunning
views.
www.visitsognefjord.com |
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- FULL!
Duration:
2
days, arrival in Oslo 27th of
October in the evening.
Transport:
Train, bus and boat. This is part of
a regular roundtrip. Return to Oslo
by train – arrival 22:32)
Experience:
The roundtrip Norway in a Nutshell
with stops to experience local food
and culture, and of course the most
stunning scenery.
www.visitvoss.com,
www.norwayactive.com |
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- FULL!
Duration:
1
day
Transport:
Within walking distance or guide
bus. Return to Bergen with aircraft
of the Bergensbanen (train) – return
on own expenses. Aircraft or use the
Bergensbanene and take the train
from Bergen to Oslo. Please look out
for the special offer from NSB, the
national train operator.
Experience:
Bergen is a city of culture and a
city surrounded by 7 mountains and
the most beautiful nature and
scenery on its doorstep. Enjoy a day
of experiencing this amazing
combination of culture and nature.
Get a refreshing start of the day,
taking the Funicular to the top of
mount Fløyen. Experience the
wonderful panoramic views of all of
Bergen and the magnificent
surrounding landscape of fjords and
mountains. Mount Fløyen is an
excellent point of departure for
outdoor pursuits and invigorating
countryside experiences. The many
footpaths and marked routes make the
area popular for walkers. We will
take a walk around an idyllic lake,
before getting back to the city
centre, where the guide will take
you on an exciting walk through the
city’s historical heart. Lunch will
be enjoyed at “Spisestedet På Høyden”,
who offers ecological Norwegian
food, exclusively based on
ingredients grown in Norway. Our
last stop is at Troldhaugen, the
home of composer Edvard Grieg
(1843-1907) and his wife Nina. Grieg
lived here for 22 years and composed
many of his best-known works in the
little garden. In fact, they are
also buried here, in a cliff-hewn
tomb.
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- FULL!
Duration:
1
day
Transport:
Train and bus, arrival in Oslo in
the evening (Dep: 07:58 - Arr:
22:32)
Experience:
The
Bergen Railway is a unique
experience on Northern Europe's
highest-altitude railway line. The
line was voted one of the 20 best
railway experiences in the world in
1999. You will experience the scenic
Bergen Railway, the breathtaking
Flåm Railway, the Aurlandsfjord, the
narrow Nærøyfjord (now included on
UNESCO's World Heritage List) and
the steep hairpin bends of
Stalheimskleiva. Flåm RailwayThe
journey on the Flåm Railway is
regarded as one of the highlights of
the Norway in a nutshell® tour. The
20-km-long train journey from the
mountain station of Myrdal down to
Flåm, down beside the fjord, takes
around 55 minutes. On the journey,
you have views of some of the most
magnificent mountain scenery in
Norway with an ever-changing
panorama of tall mountains and
cascading waterfalls. The train
moves slowly or stops at the best
views. For more information please
visit:
www.fjordtours.no,
www.visitflåm.com |
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