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Winter Kingdom with Ashley McLeo

Jan 7 - 15, 2027

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Kate Ciullo

Lumina Literary Tours, LLC

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kate@luminatravelco.com

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Overview


A winter adventure in Norway, exploring Oslo, Alta, and Tromso with activities like dog sledding, Northern Lights viewing, and cultural experiences with the Sámi community.

Day 1 · Thu, Jan 7


Welcome Drink with Ashley McLeo

This evening enjoy your Welcome Drink with author Ashley McLeo at your hotel.

Arrival and Transfer to Hotel

Jan 7 12:00AM CET

Jan 7

Upon arrival in Oslo, Norway, there is one group transfer from the airport to your hotel.

Well Spa Visit

This afternoon, enjoy a visit to the Well Spa, where you may choose to purchase a treatment (flight time permitting).

Day 2 · Fri, Jan 8


Oslo Sightseeing

Join your Local Expert to see the exterior of the 19th-century Royal Palace and visit the fascinating Vigeland Sculpture Park, proudly displaying the life's work of Gustav Vigeland.

Akershus Fortress and Dinner

This evening you'll explore Akershus Fortress. Then enjoy dinner in Oslo's oldest restaurant, which has been serving Norwegian home cooking since 1857 (subject to availability).

Mask-Making Workshop

This morning enjoy a mask-making workshop hosted by your group leader.

Day 3 · Sat, Jan 9


Flight to Alta

Today board your flight north to Alta.

Dog Sledding and Ice Hotel Visit

Upon arrival, you'll have an exhilarating dog sledding experience through breathtaking snow-covered landscapes and frozen fjords. Then visit one of the first ice hotels in the world and enjoy a chilled beverage.

Day 4 · Sun, Jan 10


Travel to Tromso

Jan 10

Jan 10

Today admire scenic fjords as you travel to Tromso via coach and ferry.

Free Time and Optional Activities

Upon arrival there is free time to relax and grab dinner on your own. You may choose to do a floating sauna and cold plunge or join a group dinner.

Northern Lights Drive

Later enjoy a drive to search for the Northern Lights.

Day 5 · Mon, Jan 11


Tromso Ice Domes Snow Park

Today enjoy a full day excursion with a range of outdoor winter activities and engaging storytelling at the Tromsø Ice Domes Snow Park. Get inspired by the work of our professional snow carving artists as you will get the unique opportunity to cre...

Day 6 · Tue, Jan 12


Troll Museum Visit

Today enjoy a visit to the charming and cozy Troll Museum where you will explore troll lore and Norse myths (local guide subject to availability).

Sámi Community Experience

This evening, join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you meet members of the Indigenous Sámi community of Scandinavia. Delve into the history of Arctic Norway and join a Sámi guide for an immersive journey through their camp. You are invited int...

Day 7 · Wed, Jan 13


Departure from Tromso

Jan 13 10:00AM CET

Jan 13

Today after breakfast, there is one group transfer to the Tromso Airport for your flight home (flight time permitting).