10-Day Sweden Tour Packages

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• 8 Days in Sweden, incl. Saint Anna Archipelago and Häradskar Island

  Saint Anna's archipelago reveals its diversity over eight days, from mainland forests to outer skerries. The route includes 6 major stops including historic Harstena village, Kupa Klint lookout, and Häradskär lighthouse, featuring wild camping on private islands.

  

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  • Day 1

    Arrival in Norrkoping

    Getting to Norrkoping is simple. Take a 2-hour train from Stockholm Arlanda or a 55-minute bus from Stockholm Skavsta airport. Meet your outfitter at 10 AM for an hour-long drive through beautiful Swedish countryside to the Saint Anna launch point. You'll get safety briefings and learn navigation basics before packing your kayak. A previous paddler notes: "Thomas makes packing look easy, but you'll never do it as quick or perfectly in reality!"

    
  • Days 2-3

    Aspoja and Outer Islands

    Paddle northeast through quiet bays to Aspoja. You'll pass through Uggelholmarna Nature Reserve where 300-year-old pines tower above. Watch for white-tailed eagles nesting in the area as you head to the outer archipelago. A recent visitor shared: "Even during peak summer season, we could always find our own private island to camp on, with incredible sunset views."

    
  • Days 4-5

    Harstena Village & Häsko

    Visit historic Harstena village with its well-preserved buildings and waterfront restaurants. Stop by the old schoolhouse museum to learn about local life. Next up is Häsko where you can try a traditional wood-fired sauna. If you want to use the hot tub make sure to call ahead. It needs several hours to heat up.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Outer Archipelago Adventure

    Make your way to Häradskar lighthouse at the archipelago's edge. This section needs good weather so check your daily weather updates on the emergency phone. Find a spot to wild camp on the rocky islands where according to one visitor "the only sounds are bird calls and waves crashing against the rocks."

    
  • Day 8

    Return Journey

    On your last morning paddle past Fångo island's old copper mine before crossing to Fyrudden on the mainland. Your pickup gets you back to Norrkoping by 5 PM in time for evening trains to Stockholm.

    

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• 8 Days in Sweden, incl. Stockholm and Gothenburg

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Stockholm

    Start your trip in Sweden's capital. Get your rental car at Arlanda Airport in the afternoon to avoid morning traffic. Spend your first evening walking through Drottninggatan (Queen Street) for shopping. On day two get to Gamla Stan (Old Town) before 9 AM when the cobblestone streets are quiet. Visit the Vasa Museum on Djurgården island. Book tickets online to avoid the long lines and see the incredibly preserved 17th-century warship.

    
  • Day 3

    Stockholm to Dalarna (4-hour drive)

    Travel north through Uppsala and visit its Cathedral. Continue to Dalarna where you'll see its famous red cottages and forests. Stop at Avesta to tour the Dalahasten (wooden horses) factory before 3 PM.

    
  • Day 4

    Lake Siljan Area

    Visit Nusnäs and Mora around Lake Siljan. Go to Nusnäs in the morning to watch artists paint the famous Dala horses. If you want to visit the Anders Zorn Museum in Mora during summer you'll need to book ahead.

    
  • Day 5

    Karlstad

    Take the drive through Värmland's forests to Karlstad. The roads get narrow so plan extra time if you're not familiar with rural driving. Visit Mårbacka where Nobel winner Selma Lagerlöf lived but remember the last English tour starts at 3 PM.

    
  • Day 6

    West Coast to Gothenburg

    Visit the Bohuslän coast. See the Tanumshede rock carvings early morning or late afternoon when sunlight makes them more visible. When you reach Gothenburg use the park-and-ride lots outside the center to save money.

    
  • Day 7

    Gothenburg to Västerås

    Shop on Avenyn Avenue in the morning then drive east past Lake Vättern. Visit the peppermint candy makers in Gränna before they close at 5 PM. On your way to Västerås you'll pass Örebro Castle. Plan to arrive in late afternoon for good photos.

    
  • Day 8

    Return to Stockholm

    Walk through old Västerås in the morning before the 1.5-hour drive to Stockholm. Give yourself 3 hours at Arlanda Airport to return the car and check in.

    

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• 8 Day Sweden Itinerary, incl. Stockholm and Gothenburg

  

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  • Day 1

    Stockholm

    Start your Swedish adventure in Stockholm. Take the quick 20-minute Arlanda Express train from the airport to avoid city traffic. Visit Gamla Stan (Old Town) in the afternoon once the morning crowds thin out. The medieval streets feel most magical around sunset when long shadows stretch across the cobblestones.

    
  • Day 2

    Stockholm to Linköping

    Visit the Vasa Museum right at opening (10 AM) to see the remarkable 17th-century warship before it gets busy. Drive an hour south to Trosa for lunch in this riverside gem. The Sörmland archipelago offers a more local feel than Stockholm's waterways. It's another 2 hours to Linköping where you'll spend the night.

    
  • Day 3

    Linköping to Karlskrona

    Get to the Göta Canal locks at Berg before 9 AM to watch boats tackle the impressive staircase system. Drive 2 hours to Vimmerby to explore Astrid Lindgren's World, birthplace of Pippi Longstocking. Stop at the elk park near Karlskrona in late afternoon when the animals are most active.

    
  • Day 4

    Karlskrona to Malmö

    Take the scenic coastal road through Kivik with its apple orchards and local cider. Stop in Ystad to walk its cobblestone streets lined with pastel buildings. The local restaurants serve excellent fresh Baltic fish. From here it's just an hour to Malmö.

    
  • Day 5

    Malmö to Gothenburg

    Drive northwest along the Kattegat coast. Take a break at Tylösand Beach near Halmstad. Plan to reach Gothenburg by late afternoon to explore the Haga area's wooden houses and cafes. "The historic Haga district feels like stepping back in time - the cinnamon buns at Café Husaren are literally the size of your face!"

    
  • Day 6

    Gothenburg to Örebro

    Start early for Marstrand island (1-hour drive plus ferry). Bring good walking shoes for hiking the granite rocks. Next up is Läckö Castle where you can picnic in the baroque gardens. The final 3-hour drive to Örebro takes you through Sweden's beautiful lake country.

    
  • Day 7

    Örebro to Stockholm

    Walk around Lake Hjälmaren before touring Örebro Castle at 10 AM. Drive 2.5 hours to see Gripsholm Castle in Mariefred. Back in Stockholm, take the 6 PM canal tour for perfect photo light of the city.

    
  • Day 8

    Stockholm Departure

    Spend your last morning at Skansen open-air museum learning about historic Swedish life. It's just 15 minutes by tram from central Stockholm. Return your rental car 3 hours before flying as Arlanda gets busy.

    

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