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Footprints of Luther College Alumni and Friends Sesquicentennial Tour of

May 28–June 8, 2011 • 12 days Hosted by Mickey and Marv Slind, associate professor of history, Luther College TOUR HOSTS TUE 31 MAY 1030. Then visit Ringve Museum containing a Leave Oslo in the morning and drive along the unique collection of old musical instruments. Mickey and Marv Slind, Luther associate pro- west side of the Oslo Fjord to the coastal city of Travel along the Fjord to Stiklestad fessor of history, are the tour leaders for this Larvik. Visit Larvik Manor, the childhood home where King Olav was killed in battle against local special tour to Norway to celebrate Luther’s of Elisabeth Koren. Elisabeth married Ulrik V. chieftans in 1030 and was later declared a saint. sesquicentennial. Dr. Slind teaches courses in Koren, the patriarch of Norwegian-American Lu- This battle had a major impact on the establish- Scandinavian history, Scandinavian immigration therans, and kept a memorable diary of her first ment of Norway and the introduction of Chris- history, and the Vikings. He is also the author of two years of pioneer life (1853-55). Continue tianity. The battle is remembered each summer the book Linka’s Diary, A Norwegian Immigrant to visit Ulefoss Manor, home of the Aall family. during performances of “The Saint Olav Drama”; Story and the editor of Luther College Goes to This masterpiece of Norwegian empire style Stiklestad Church (1180) marks the spot where War: “Scuttlebutt” and the World War II Letters. architecture sits on a high ridge overlooking the he fell. Return to Trondheim for overnight. (B) They hope you will join them for this wonderful town of Ulefoss. In the old silver mining town of opportunity to see some of the most beautiful SUN 05 JUN Trondheim/Ålesund Kongsberg see Norway’s largest and most beau- This morning worship at Nidaros Cathedral parts of Norway and the many sites of particular tiful baroque church, completed in 1761. Return importance in the history of Luther College. before departing Trondheim on a drive through to Oslo and enjoy an evening on your own. (B) scenic mountains and valleys to Halsa for a WED 01 JUN Oslo/Lillehammer short ferry crossing to Kanestraum. Continue to Depart Oslo in the morning and drive to the Kristiansund for lunch. This afternoon enjoy the Hadeland Glasswerks, beautifully situated in breathtaking journey along the Atlantic Ocean Jevnaker at the southern tip of Lake Rands Road. This remarkable road consists of bridges Fjord. The glass factory was founded in the 18th and tunnels meandering among skerries that century to produce everyday items and evolved stretch out to the open sea. Travel via Molde to creating exquisite pieces of art as well as and a short ferry crossing to Vestnes before practical goods. At the visitors center learn arriving in Ålesund, internationally known as the about glassblowing and shop for treasures. town of Art Nouveau. (B,D) Travel onward to Eidsvoll, on the south end of MON 06 JUN Ålesund/ DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY Lake Mjøsa. Eidsvoll, “the Cradle of Liberty,” Today’s drive continues through the fjordlands is the most resounding name in Norwegian SAT 28 MAY Depart USA with ferry crossings of the Nordfjord and Sog- history, for it was here that the Norwegian Con- nefjord. This is a photographer’s dream with Meet at the Minneapolis/St. Paul International stitution was framed and adopted on May 17, gorgeous vistas all around. Arrive in the old Han- Airport today and check in with Icelandair for 1814. The grandfather of Luther College’s first seatic port city of Bergen. (B,D) the overnight flight to Reykjavik, Iceland. president, Laur. Larsen, was one of the signers. This event marked Norway’s emancipation from TUE 07 JUN Bergen SUN 29 MAY Arrive Oslo Danish rule and gave her that now famous Inde- Set out on a locally guided morning tour of the Connect in Reykjavik this morning with the pendence Day, May 17 (Syttende Mai). Visit the city. First drive past Bergen’s colorful Fish and continuing flight to Norway. Upon arrival at Gar- Norwegian Emigrant Museum in Hamar, then Flower Market before visiting the Hanseatic Wa- dermoen Airport, a local guide and driver will continue to Lillehammer, the town that was site terfront and the Hansa Museum. The museum is be waiting to greet you. Embark on a three-hour for the 1994 Winter Olympics and where Luther located in one of the oldest and best-preserved tour of Oslo, the vibrant capital of Norway. Your College has a spring semester program. (B,D) wooden buildings in Bergen. The interior gives first introduction to the city will be from the THU 02 JUN Lillehammer/Røros an intimate picture of merchant life in Bergen in famous Holmenkollen Ski Jump where there is a the late medieval Hanseatic Period. Then drive breathtaking view over Oslo and the surround- This morning is dedicated to Maihaugen, the past the Håkonshallen, the medieval Viking Hall ings. Proceed to Frogner Park and its Vigeland largest open-air museum in northern Europe. built in 1261 as a royal ceremony hall for the Sculpture Park where 175 sculptures are ar- Here you will find 120 historic buildings and crowning of King Magnus. The hall is still used ranged over 75 acres. These granite sculptures thousands of artifacts collected from the today for many royal ceremonies and other spe- depict all phases of human life with such varied Gudbrandsdal Valley. Then drive to the quaint cial occasions. Continue past St. Mary’s Church, expressions as strength, emotional suffering and copper-mining town of Røros. This 300-year-old the oldest building in Bergen. Finally visit nearby tenderness. Continue to the Viking Ship Mu- town has been listed on UNESCO’s World Heri- Troldhaugen, the home of the world-renowned seum to see the 1000-year-old ships that make tage List since 1980. At first sight, you could eas- composer Edvard Grieg. The home is now a history come alive. Drive through the center of ily believe that the 20th century passed silently museum situated in beautiful surroundings Oslo past the Royal Palace, the Parliament, the by the little town. For over 300 years mining overlooking Nordås Lake. Grieg composed many medieval fortress of , the busy port and provided a living for the townspeople, and the of his best-known works here, and he and his the City Hall where Norway’s leading artists all Røros Copper Mine was one of the richest mines wife are buried here. The rest of the afternoon contributed to its beautiful interior. Check in at in Europe. Enjoy a guided tour of Røros featur- is at leisure. Perhaps visit one of the many your hotel and after time to rest and refresh, ing the white stone church, completed in 1784, museums, or just take a nice quiet stroll through gather for a welcome dinner at the hotel. (D) plus the museum and smelting works. (B,D) the old cobblestone streets. This evening gather MON 30 MAY Oslo FRI 03 JUN Røros/Trondheim for a farewell dinner. (B,D) This morning visit the Norsk Folkemuseum with Drive through the fertile farming districts of Sør- WED 08 JUN Return to USA its large and diverse collection of artifacts, build- Trøndelag, with farms dating back to the Viking Transfer to the airport for the homebound ings, photographs and archivalia featured in Era. Arrive in Trondheim, Norway’s third largest flights. Return with splendid memories of both outdoor and indoor settings. These collec- city, once the capital of Norway and today the discovering Norway in the company of Luther tions give a broad representation of Norwegian natural metropolis of mid Norway. The city College alumni and friends. (B) and Sámi culture from the 16th century to pres- maintains a unique status as the location of the ent. The afternoon is free to pursue individual national shrine, Nidaros Cathedral, as well as Code: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner interests. Perhaps take a harbor cruise, tour the Governor’s Palace, Stiftsgarden. Trondheim Itinerary subject to change. the Resistance Museum at Akershus Fortress, is one of nature’s gems beautifully situated on a or visit the Munch Museum. Stroll along Karl fjord surrounded by forested hills with the Nid Johan Street or go for a ride on a streetcar. Meet River flowing under bridges in the heart of the back at the hotel for a late afternoon transfer to city. (B,D) Luther College’s mother school, the University SAT 04 JUN Trondheim of Oslo for a reception with Luther alumni and friends living in the Olso area. (B) Embark on a sightseeing tour of Trondheim including the cathedral, which was built on the site where King Olav the Saint was buried in TOUR CONDITIONS WHAT’S INCLUDED? COST SUMMARY PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Your reservation and de- AIRFARE: Round-trip economy class airfare from $3900 posit of $400 per person are requested immedi- Minneapolis/St. Paul via Icelandair or other Group Flights From Minneapolis/St. Paul ately to fulfill the group deadline requirements. ARC/IATA approved scheduled carrier. Tour Gratuities ($46)...... Included Note that space is limited and reservations are ACCOMMODATION: Ten nights accommoda- Airport Taxes ($357)...... Included *Costs per person based on double occupancy in USD taken on a first-come, first-served basis. A sec- tion in first class hotels, double occupancy, with ond payment of $1,000 is due Monday, January private facilities. Optional Individual Supplement 24, 2011. Final payment is due Thursday, March MEALS: Breakfast daily and seven dinners as Single Room*...... $620 24, 2011. For credit card payment Group Travel *In addition to base tour cost Directors accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover or outlined in the itinerary. Note that Icelandair Very limited availability on request basis. American Express. charges for in-flight meals. GTD can assist in finding roommates; GROUND TRANSPORT: Transfers and transpor- however, this cannot be guaranteed REFUND POLICY: All cancellations must be in Costs: The tour cost is per person based on tation by deluxe motorcoach. writing. There is no refund for partial or unused current airfare from Minneapolis/St. Paul (other land arrangements. Note: Airline tickets will be SIGHTSEEING: Extensive sightseeing through- cities available), double occupancy, tariffs and issued well in advance of departure and may out; entrance fees included. currency valuations as of September 2010, a be nonrefundable. The following penalties will minimum of 20 travelers, and subject to confir- apply: Up to January 23, 2011—$100 per person PORTERAGE: Luggage handling of one piece per person. mation. While we will do everything possible to administrative fee plus any unrecoverable maintain the listed price and/or itinerary, they deposits; January 24–May 13, 2011—Deposit EXPERT LOCAL GUIDES: Experienced English- are subject to change due to circumstances be- plus any unrecoverable payments to hotels, tour speaking local guides for city tours of Olso, yond our control. Single room supplements may operators or airlines; May 14, 2011 or after—No Røros, Trondheim and Bergen. have limited availability and are on a request- refund. GRATUITIES: Gratuities to drivers and guides only basis. CHANGES TO GROUP FLIGHTS: The group (for your convenience, $46 per person has been Items Not Included airfare contract for this tour allows up to 15% included). of the travelers to make changes to the group • Fuel surcharges and/or tax increases levied flights. If you are considering other dates or cit- TAXES: Airport/foreign departure taxes (cur- since the pricing of this tour. ies, please submit your request in writing well in rently $357 per person). • Beverages other than coffee/tea at breakfast. • Any meal or sightseeing item not listed in the advance to secure the best rates and schedule, ALL THE INFO YOU NEED: Comprehensive itinerary. but no later than January 24, 2011. 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