Tamte Scandinavian Trip

January 21-Feb 5, 2024

Embrace the Nordic Charm: A Journey of Connection and Discovery to Visit Loved Ones in Scandinavia!

You can check into your Delta and Norwegian Air flights 24 hours prior to. your flight

The Radisson Blu Airport Hotel provides an unparalleled level of convenience and comfort for travelers.

Directly connected to the airport via a covered walkway, guests are merely steps away from international and domestic flight terminals.

The hotel boasts modern and stylish rooms, equipped with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay, including free high-speed
Wi-Fi. Along with its world-class accommodation, the hotel also offers delectable dining options, ranging from international cuisine to local Norwegian delicacies.

For those seeking relaxation after a long flight, the well-equipped fitness center and sauna facilities provide the perfect retreat.

Tromsø walking tour

On this tour you’ll enjoy a walk around the small city centre of Tromsø that has been founded in 1795 on the island of Tromsøya, with your private guide. The city, which was also called the Gateway to the Arctic, has been throughout history the start for several Polar Expeditions.

Your experienced guide will meet you outside the Arctic Guide Services offices located in Storgata 77, Tromsø at exactly 10am; from here they will take you on a guided walk along the pier.

After this short walk you’ll arrive at the unique Polarmuseet and Skansen area. The tour continues with a private guided walk along Storgata (the pedestrian street), the Market Place, the Catholic and Protestant Cathedrals, Roald Amundsen monument and the Mack Brewery.

After this second city walk you will arrive at the Polstjerna; one of the last vessels hunting seals in the Arctic Ocean until the year 1981.

At around 12pm your tour finishes and you can choose whether to enter the Polaria aquarium which is right next to the vessel (entrance not included), or you can walk back to the center of town.

10a at Storgata 77, Tromsø
2.hr tour

Stay right by the quayside in Tromso, the 'Paris of the North', and enjoy fantastic views from this hotel. Experience the northern lights in the winter and enjoy fresh seafood available at the onsite restaurant, “Roast”.

You can check into your SAS Airline flights 24 hours prior to. your flight

Elite Hotel Esplanade is an elegant hotel located in the charming heart of Malmö next to Lilla Torg. Here you stay right on Stortorget and are within 8 minutes walking distance (or 3 minutes by taxi) to Malmö Central Station as well as Malmö's best shopping, restaurants, culture and entertainment.

You can check into your KLM (Delta) flights 24 hours prior to. your flight

Scandic CPH Strandpark is a hotel which marks the perfect meeting point between water and land, the Oresund bridge and the airport, and the outside world and local beach. You’ll wind down quickly here, regardless of whether you arrive by car, train or plane. Behind the front door you’ll be met by a relaxed atmosphere, welcoming staff, spa treatments, restaurant experiences with sea views, exceptional opportunities for meetings, and inviting rooms that embrace you with peace and quiet.

KLM Baggage allowance:

You will follow the “Economy Class” rules for your baggage weight limits

The baggage allowance for this trip is 1 carry-on, 1 personal item and 2 checked bags (50lbs/23kg per bag)

TRAVEL DETAILS

F.A.Q.

WHAT TIME IS THE CHECK IN TO THE HOTEL?

Check in at your hotel will not be until 3pm at the earliest.

• If you arrive early, or your room is not yet ready for you to check in when you arrive, you may be able to leave your bags with the front desk and they will keep them securely held behind the desk while you go out and eat or explore the city until your room is ready.

DO I HAVE TO WEAR MY MASK THE WHOLE TIME?

At this time, No.

IS BREAKFAST INCLUDED?

At your hotels, yes. .

The serving times vary by hotel (they will tell you at check-in), but usually breakfast is served starting at 6:30am.

where will I go through customs? 

You will go through customs in the first Schengen country that you enter. (This could be Oslo or Amsterdam depending on the flight schedule chosen.)

You won't need to go through customs at any other country while traveling since Norway, Sweden and Denmark are all part of the Schengen area. 

When you return to the USA you'll go through customs in EWR (or wherever your first point of entry is into the USA).

Is there an airport shuttle in Tromsø?

Yes!
Included in your package are tickets on the AirportExpress Shuttle

The Airport express coach runs between airport and Tromso city center with stops at several hotels in the center, including your hotel at the Scandic Ishavshotel.

• On weekdays, the first departure is at 5:00 am and the last one is at 8:00 pm

• On Saturday, the first departure is at 5:00 am and the last one is at 5:15 pm

• On Sunday, the first departure is at 8:00 am and the last one is at 7:45 pm

The journey takes approximately 10-15 minutes.

Is it better to use cash or card in Norway?

Debit and credit cards are accepted almost everywhere, and many places also accept payment by phone, like Google Pay and Apple Pay. But it is still a good idea to have a bit of cash on you for small purchases. Foreign currency is rarely accepted, so you need Norwegian currency to get by.

Should I exchange money before I travel to Norway, finland and sweden?

Having some Norwegian krone cash on hand can be helpful

Credit unions and banks will exchange your dollars into a foreign currency before and after your trip when you have a checking or savings account with them. (Just remember that when you return home, the banks will not accept any coins… only paper bills.)

If you need cash while you’re traveling, we recommend drawing some from an ATM once you've arrived in the foreign country.
Keep in mind, unless you’re using a prepaid multi-currency card like Revolut or a credit card with no foreign transaction fees, you could incur currency exchange fees.

What is the tipping etiquette in Scandinavia?

In Scandinavia, tipping etiquette is modest compared to many other regions.

Norway:
In Norway, service charge is typically included in the bill, thus tipping is not expected but appreciated for exceptional service – usually rounding up the bill suffices.

Sweden:
Similarly in Sweden, a service charge is often included in the bill, but a small tip of about 5-10% for excellent service is common.

Finland:
In Finland, tipping isn't customary but one can leave a few extra Euros for outstanding service.

Denmark:
In Denmark, a service charge is usually included in the bill, but it's common to leave a small tip, around 10%, at restaurants for great service.

Overall, while tipping isn't obligatory in these countries, it's appreciated as a token of satisfaction with the service provided.

Can I pay by Zelle?

Yes!

We started taking Zelle payments last month and we found this to be a fast and FREE way to pay!
For those who don’t know what Zelle is… it is very much like a wire transfer (but it is not a wire transfer).

Everyone’s bank is different, though, so you may want to call/go in to your local bank and ask to have the maximum amount available to transfer every day.

Example: Some banks only allow $500/day transfer. Other banks will allow $1200/day.

Always be careful when making payments through Zelle to people that you do not know. There is no protection guarantee provided and you cannot reverse the fee.

The Pros for using Zelle:

• It is FREE (no processing fees)!

• It is instantaneous (funds will go directly to Zone Travel- so this is the absolute fastest way to make a payment)

The Cons for using Zelle:

• Every bank is different when it comes to maximum amount available to be transferred every day. So, this may mean that you need to make multiple payments to Zone Travel, multiple days in a row.

• It does require an app download onto your phone, and you need to set up your account with your bank information.

Can I pay by check?

Yes!

If you would like to avoid the 4% credit card processing fees, you may pay by check.
It is very important that you pay in advance of the deadlines and allow ample time for delivery.

Payments received after the deadline could result in cancelation of your reservation or increased fees.

There are two ways to pay by check:

• Mail the check

• Deposit directly at a local branch

REGISTRATION FORM

PLEASE TYPE CAREFULLY! INACCURATE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN TRAVEL DELAYS AND/OR CHANGE FEES.

(Please submit one registration form per household -max 2 people per registration form)

Pricing details

Price total for two:

$5869
$360- MALMO HOTEL ADD-ON

*All pricing & availability is subject to change until completed through the booking process. If your vacation package includes airfare, baggage fees may be an additional cost. For international travel, a passport book is required. Most locations require at least 6 months before expiration on your passport, as well as 2 blank visa pages. Please make sure to have the correct and updated documents if applicable. If you have a criminal background, you are responsible for knowing the travel restrictions pertaining to the offense.

INCLUDED IN THE QUOTE

• Ground Transportation

  • AirportExpress Shuttle

    • Tromsø (TOS) - hotel

    • Hotel - Tromsø (TOS)

  • Bus

    • Arctic Route Bus

      • Tromsø -Kilpisjärvi

      • Kilpisjärvi - Tromsø

  • Trains

    • To Nassjö

      • (first class, non-refundable)

    • To Malmö

      • (first class, non-refundable)

    • To Copenhagen

      • (second class, non-refundable)

  • CPH Airport shuttle bus (from hotel)

• Hotel accommodations

  • as described above

• Some Meals

  • Breakfasts at Tromsø and Copenhagen hotels

• Flights

  • MSP-Oslo (OSL)

    • Premium Select class (MSP-AMS)

    • Economy class (AMS-OSL)

  • Oslo (OSL) -Tromsø (TOS)

    • Economy class

  • Tromsø (TOS) -Stockholm (ARN)

    • Economy class

  • Copenhagen (CPH)-MSP

    • Economy class (CPH-AMS)

    • Premium Select class (AMS-MSP)

• Most taxes and fees

  • Service fees and commissions (NON REFUNDABLE)

  • Current VAT- if this fee changes, we will need to collect additional charges.

NOT INCLUDED

• Tours (additional cost)

• Incidental charges 

• 4% processing fee per payment (only if paying w/credit card)

• Local taxis

• Most meals/beverages (unless included in the itinerary)

• Optional Travel Insurance *DUE AT TIME OF BOOKING- PLEASE REVIEW THE DETAILS OF EACH PLAN THOROUGHLY

  • World Wide Trip Protector Edge ‘Basic’

  • World Wide Trip Protector ‘Premium’

  • Other insurance options are available, if you have questions or want more coverage options, please let us know at time of booking.

SUGGESTED PAYMENT SCHEDULE

There are three payment options available to you. 
*Payment schedule does not include insurance costs. Insurance is due with initial payment. 

Option 1: Full Payment
(Most affordable overall)
Full payment (plus insurance)- due upon receipt.

*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee will be charged at time of payment if paying with credit card. (this has not been included in the costs.)

Option 2: Two Payments (NOT APPLICABLE FOR THIS BOOKING)
One payment will be due immediately and the second payment will be due no later than 120 days prior to your trip.

(There will be a one time $50 fee per person, for this delayed payment option)
(More than 2 payments are not allowed without a 10% administrative fee per payment)
NOTE: Not all insurance policy will allow you to purchase coverage after the initial deposit. It is illegal to purchase insurance with the knowledge and intent that you will be changing or canceling your trip.)

*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee will be charged at time of payment if paying with credit card. (this has not been included in the costs.)

TWO-PAYMENT PLAN:

(price per person)
Due now: $250 + Insurance (suggested)
120 days prior: Remainder due

 

Option 3: Monthly Payments (NOT APPLICABLE FOR THIS BOOKING)
Payments will be split into the remaining months prior to your trip (ending at 120 days prior to departure)

(A one time $50/pp fee and a 10% administrative fee per payment is applicable for this delayed payment option.)
*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee may be charged at time of paymentif choosing to pay with a credit card. (this has not been included in the costs.)

Split amount due into monthly payments.

• The first payment must be a minimum of $250 + insurance (per person), due upon receipt.

• The remaining payments will be divided by the months- with final payment due 120 days prior to your trip.
  

REGISTRATION 

• A completed registration form (one per household -max 3 people per registration form)

  • If you have more than 2 people from the same household going on this trip, please fill out multiple forms, as the maximum per form is 2 people.

FINAL PAYMENT

• Payments not received on time will result in reservation cancellation without refund.

• Additional bookings after the final payment deadline may result in higher prices, less availability and additional administrative fees.

• Fee amounts imposed are at the discretion of Zone Travel.

CANCELLATION

Cancellation in writing must be received by Zone Travel 60 days prior to departure for appropriate refund on the land tour cost minus the following fees:

• Commissions and Travel insurance are non-refundable.

Zone Travel LLC and its cooperative destination incur unrecoverable charges preparing for your trip therefore, no refunds if cancellations occur less than 60 days before departure. Cancellations more than 60 days prior to departure are based on individual group bookings per the outlined confirmation document you receive.

We sell a variety of travel related products from different suppliers and service providers ("Suppliers"). Each Supplier has its own terms and condition that are applicable to your particular arrangements in addition to our general terms and conditions, and you should make sure you understand them.

Zone Travel is acting as intermediary or a "Booking Agent" for products and services that are not directly supplied by us (e.g., air carriage and ground transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, tours, cruises, etc.). We are not a co-vendor of such products and services. You will be entering into a separate contract with such Suppliers in connection with such products and services.

By making payments to Zone Travel for this trip you are agreeing to all Terms and Conditions listed on the Zone Travel website.

Vendor Cancel policy: Each vendor has their own policies, which we have to apply. This information may vary and is listed in full detail on the contract signed for each vendor.

WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND TRAVEL INSURANCE

Travel Insurance

TRAVEL INSURANCE - AVAILABLE FOR ALL USA CITIZENS - DUE WITH INITIAL PAYMENT

Zone Travel LLC strongly suggests purchasing Trip Cancellation insurance. Be sure to check with your healthcare provider as most U.S. medical coverage will not cover you outside of the country.

Insurance costs are based on the total package cost, including air taxes and charges listed under "Included."

Approximate amounts can be given at time of reservation in order to purchase the appropriate amount of insurance.

EDGE PLAN:
(BASIC PROTECTION)

Extensive coverage for everyone; designed with families in mind.

• Pre-existing Medical Conditions coverage if purchased within 14 days of deposit (other eligibility conditions must also be met)

• Wide range of reasons for trip cancellation or interruption

• Trip Delay and Missed Tour or Cruise Connection coverage

• Baggage Protection and Travel Accident Protection

• Medical and Evacuation coverage 

WORLDWIDE TRIP PROTECTOR:
(PREMIUM PROTECTION)

Extensive coverage for everyone; designed with families in mind.

• Pre-existing Medical Conditions coverage if purchased within 21 days of deposit (other eligibility conditions must also be met)

• Wide range of reasons for trip cancellation or interruption

• Trip Delay and Missed Tour or Cruise Connection coverage

• Baggage Protection and Travel Accident Protection

• Medical and Evacuation coverage