Gotland - the Viking Island (Summer 2023)
Landscape Photography Tour
Thursday, 24.08.2023 - Sunday 27.08.2023
(4 days and 3 nights exploring the island of Gotland)
4 days full of fun, inspiration and creativity
24.08.2023 - 27.08.2023
from 749,90 EUR per person
Only 6 spots available
Any experience level
Professional photographic guidance
Learn the Secrets of Landscape Photography and join me on this exciting photo adventure to Gotland, the island of the Vikings!
Total Price: from 899,90 EUR
Last Minute Price now only 749,90 EUR (single room at a 200€ surcharge)
Book now and pay later: you will only be charged 20% of the total price when booking. The remaining amount is charged 30 days prior to the photo tour.
Highlights of this photo journey:
Adventurous photo journey to Sweden’s biggest island
Main focus: landscape and seascape photography
Beautiful coastline with limestone sea stacks (in Swedish "raukar") which form stunning fields of natural sculptures along the coastline
Picturesque little fishing villages
Best time to capture summervibes on the island
Small group limited to just 6 people (plus 1 guide)
Individual photographic guidance by me, Julien
Photo editing session after taking our photos in the field
All experience levels are welcome!
Easy fitness level
Accommodation in an excellent 4 Star hotels (Novi Resort & Fårösunds Fästning)
Sweden's largest island Gotland has truly a landscape like no other in Sweden - for me it is something magical about this island. Characterized by mild, almost Mediterranean climate, it is known for a rich flora and fauna as well as beautiful sandy beaches. However, the most amazing natural wonder on Gotland are the impressive limestone sea stacks (in Swedish "raukar") which form stunning fields of natural sculptures along the coastline.
Gotland's biggest town, Visby, is a true jewel of medieval history. Walking on cobblestone streets along the ruins of once great cathedrals make you feel transported back in time, when Visby town was first an important trading station of the Vikings and then the flourishing center of the Hanseatic League in the Baltic. Merchant's came to Visby from all over the world to trade goods and treasuries.
For four days (incl. three nights), we will explore the islands of Gotland and Fårö with special focus on landscape and seascape photography. We will visit the best photo locations in the northern part of Gotland and Fårö. You will be able to take amazing photos both from historical Visby and the beautiful coastline of Gotland. We will take advantage of the most beautiful light and mainly photograph in the mornings and evenings. During the day we have time to edit our photos and I will show you how to get the most out of your photos in just a few steps.
Together we will improve your photography skills and you will be able to create your own stories through photos that speak for themselves. I make sure that you will have an unforgettable photography experience and go home with the feeling to have learned something new!
Itinerary:
Day 1 - Arrival day
In the afternoon, we will meet at our first hotel “Novi Resort”, located just outside of the historical city of Visby. On this first day we will have dinner together, talk about the plans for the photo tour, and share other important information before the workshop begins. If time permits, we will head out for a sunset shoot in Visby.
Days 2-3 - Exploring the islands of Gotland and Fårö
On the next 2 days, we will explore and photograph scenic spots in the northern part of Gotland as well as on the small island of Fårö. One of the main attraction will be the stunning limestone sea stacks (in Swedish "raukar") along the coastline. But there are also beautiful fishing villages, lighthouses and much more to photograph! We will have the chance to shoot both sunrise and sunset. We will plan each day dependent on the weather, but be prepared to be outdoors from sunrise till sunset. We have a list of locations we want to visit during the trip, but we won't have a fixed itinerary to be able to give you the best possible experience.
On our first day I will explain the manual camera settings and basics in composition, but I will of course be available for any questions during the whole trip!
On our last evening of the workshop we will be having our farewell dinner together as a group, and share one last meal and drink together.
Day 4 - Departure day
On the last day, we will use the morning for some photo shootings. After that we will drive back to Visby to be able to catch the boat back to the mainland (or airplane) in the late afternoon.
Good to know:
Meet up on Thursday, 24.08.2023 at around 16.00 at our first hotel in Visby (Novi Resort)
Arrival back in Visby on Sunday, 27.08.2023 at around 16.00
This tour will be performed in English language, but I also speak German and a little Swedish
What’s included?
4 days full of fun, inspiration and creativity
3 nights accommodation in double room with twin beds (single room at a surcharge)
Breakfast (day 2-4)
Transport to the photo locations
Professional photographic guidance by me, Julien
Secured payments through Travel Guarantee acc. to Swedish Package Travel Act (more information under the section “other important information” below and on Kammarkollegiet.se)
What’s not included?
Camera equipment
Travel expenses and transportation to/from Visby
Lunch & dinner (unless otherwise specified)
Drinks & alcohol
Travel & cancellation insurance
Any other services & goods not mentioned in “What’s included”
What to bring?
Photography Gear
Your DSLR or mirrorless camera with spare batteries and SD memory cards
Camera lens(es): preferably mid-range zoom lens in the 24-70mm range
Lens filters, if you have them (but not necessary)
Tripod (recommended)
Laptop or tablet with editing software if you want to edit your photos during the trip. In case we have time after our photo shootings in the field, we’ll do some editing at our accommodation.
Recommended Clothing
A variety of different layers (the mornings and evenings can be cold on the island, even during summer)
Good waterproof boots (hiking boots are recommended)
Wind/rain shell jacket
Other important information
Transport:
We will meet at around 16.00 on Thursday at our first hotel Novi Resort just outside of the old town of Visby. You can get to Visby either by boat (from Nynäshamn or Oskarshamn) or airplane. During the entire photo tour, we will go around on Gotland and Fårö in a comfortable minibus. Please do not expect to arrive back in Visby on Sunday earlier than 16.00.
Physical Requirements
Please note that we will do some shorter hikes on this trip. The hikes will neither be long nor steep. However, it is important that all participants take care of themselves, especially when we shoot on the cliffs by the coast. The stones can be very slippery. If any location is out of your comfort zone, you’re more than welcome to shoot another location, stay at the hotel and rest, or wait until we get to another more comfortable location for you.
Experience Level
We welcome all experience levels, going from beginners to experienced photographers. A good mix of experience levels means we can also learn from each other. It is important that you bring your own camera and tripod, so you can get the most out of this trip!
Cancellation Information:
The cost of this photo tour includes your guiding fees, 3 nights lodging and transportation (all prices in Euro and including VAT). To reserve your spot a non-refundable total payment of 20% of the total price is required. The rest of the payment is due 30 days prior to the workshop. In case of cancellation within 60 days prior to the trip, I will refund the payment only if I can fill your spot.
Travel guarantee:
The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of Directive (EU) 2015/2302.
Therefore, you will benefit from all EU rights applying to packages. Company JP Photo will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole.
Additionally, as required by law, JP Photo has protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that it becomes insolvent.
More information on key rights under Directive (EU) 2015/2302
Important Legal Information
By attending this workshop, you agree to hold Julien Pröpper harmless for all personal injury or loss that may occur during or in connection with this trip. This is a self-led travel trip. You are responsible for your safety as you move around in the visited area. Do not push your physical abilities past what you are healthy enough to do. You are in charge of deciding if a location is safe for you to travel to.
Should the Guide (Julien Pröpper) become ill, injured, or otherwise unable to perform his duties at the workshop, a replacement will be brought into to lead the workshop or the workshop will be cancelled, in what you'll get a full refund.
Travel insurance as well as insurance for your photo equipment are both highly recommended. It can happen faster than you can look! One wrong push against the tripod and your camera rolls down a small hill and falls into the Baltic Sea!
Julien's role in this workshop is to teach photography and guide you to amazing locations. You and you alone are responsible for your own safety.
In the event of extraordinary events, governmental instability, extreme weather, or other condition, Julien Pröpper reserve the right to cancel this trip and return all workshop fees to participants.