Swedish Summer Grand Route – 12 Days

Arrive at Stockholm Airport. Transfer to your hotel and check-in. The rest of the evening is at leisure.

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Breakfast. Have a relaxed morning and later take the Seat-in-Coach City Tour. Visit Stockholm City Hall, Sergel Square, Old Town (Gamla Stan is one of the largest and best-preserved medieval city centres in Europe). Discover the Nobel Museum, the Royal Palace and see the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Visit the famous Vasa Museum and learn about the history of this warship. The rest of the evening is at leisure.

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Breakfast. Take a boat tour to Birka, the first city of Sweden and travel back in time to the age of the Vikings. This Viking city is on the island of Björkö in Lake Mälaren. Birka was one of the most important trading centers for Vikings. On the island, stroll around on your own or join a guided tour of the archaeological fields and visit the Birka Museum. You can also visit the reconstructed Viking village with its typical forges and weaving cabins.

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Breakfast. In the morning, visit ICEBAR Stockholm which is made of ice – and so is the glass that your drink is served in! The bar has a constant temperature of -5°C (23°F) and your entry fee includes a drink and a 45-minute visit. Borrow an ice cape and a pair of gloves to keep yourself warm and to protect the ice from body heat. Enjoy this slice of northern Sweden’s polar magic – a totally unique experience.

In the evening, take the overnight train to the Swedish Lapland across the Arctic.

Overnight.

Breakfast. Welcome to the Arctic capital city of Swedish Lapland, Kiruna! After the hotel check in, enjoy a City Tour. Three cultures meet at exciting Kiruna – the Sami, the Swedish and the Finnish, all of which have been key in the development of the mining community. Begin the tour from a historical and holistic perspective, as far back in time as 400 million years ago when the American continent collided with the European continent. If the weather is clear, see the mountain range that was formed in connection with the collision. Continue with a few more stops through the old city center where the city’s transformation is in full swing.

Overnight.

Breakfast. Day at leisure. In the evening, enjoya night tour to Abisko to experience the midnight light, and when it is possible, the midnight sun. Drive by car for 1.5 hours to Abisko National Park and walk in the park or go up with the chairlift and go for a walk on Mount Nuolja whilst your local guide talks about nature, Sami culture and stories from the area.

Enjoy the magical evening light with a cup of tea and cake. In the stunning landscape, wait for midnight to get a chance to experience the midnight sun or the genuine midnight summer light in the north. After midnight head back to your car and drive back to Kiruna.

Overnight.

Breakfast. Enjoy a Quad bike tour, commonly known as ATV (all-terrain vehicle) tour, which offer bikers a great chance to discover unexplored lands and scenic landscapes. Follow the forest roads to experience the beautiful natural surroundings. You’ll be 2 people per ATV and can take turns driving. The guide will tell you about the culture, wildlife and nature in the area.

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Breakfast. Take the flight to Gothenburg, the largest non-capital in the Nordics and located on the beautiful west coast of Sweden. Enjoy the green and leafy parks in the city center, explore the myriads of islands in the archipelago or visit historic forts and castles.

Overnight.

Breakfast. Explore Gothenburg onboard on a Hop-On-Hop-Off sightseeing bus! Stops will be at carefully chosen spots including Avenyn, Liseberg, Feskekôrka, Drottningtorget, Gustav Adolfstorg and many other popular sights and you can get on and off as much as you want! The rest of the evening is free to explore on your own.

Overnight.

Breakfast. Take the train to Malmo and enjoy sightseeing enroute. Malmö is the third largest city in the country. A mishmash of old and new, Malmö is one of the most eclectic cities in Scandinavia. Skyscrapers loom above bustling centuries-old squares, and unassuming brick facades house a treasure of modern artistic creations.

Overnight.

Breakfast. Take a guided boat tour through the canals and under the bridges of Malmö. The guide onboard will tell you about history, personalities, buildings and anecdotes. The tour goes through parks, the harbor, passing the Malmöhus Castle in the old part of town, Castle mill, Fersen bridge, St Gertrud quarters and back through modern Malmö.

Overnight.

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your next flight.

End of Tour.