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Norway

Astronomy Above the Arctic Circle: A Journey Along Coastal Norway

Program No. 23067RJ
Starting in culturally rich Bergen, voyage north to colorful fishing towns and unique ecological wonders above the Arctic Circle in search of the northern lights.

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Program
At a Glance
Duration
15 days
Program Begins
Bergen, Norway
Program Concludes
Bergen, Norway
Meals
38 ( 13B, 12L, 13D )
Activity Level
Take a front-row seat for nature’s own theater, voyaging above the Arctic Circle to learn about the Arctic night sky and the luminous green curtains of the northern lights, the aurora borealis. With an astronomy expert, sail along Norway’s coast during polar nights when the sun doesn’t make it over the horizon and snow-clad mountains provide a matchless backdrop. Sail through pristine islands, past majestic mountains and go ashore in enchanting towns such as Tromsø, Ålesund and Trondheim on this special adventure discovering science in the skies at the northern tip of Norway.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Sail along the breathtaking and rugged coast of Norway as you hunt for the incomparably beautiful display put on by the aurora borealis.
  • Look out across the Arctic Ocean from the North Cape, the northernmost point on the European continent.
  • Explore the beauty and history of Bergen with a local expert, surrounded by the Seven Mountains.
Activity Level
On Your Feet
Walking up to 2 miles per day over various types of terrain; walking up stairs unassisted, getting in and out of motor coaches.
Suggested Reading List
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We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.

Assurance Plan

Road Scholar's continued commitment to our participants and their well-being is exemplified whether participating on a program in the United States or on one of our International programs, every Road Scholar participant receives coverage under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan.

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Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.






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