Welcome to Sweden! Stockholm is Sweden’s capital and the largest of all of the Nordic cities. This vibrant city is built on fourteen islands and its waterfront is alive with boats and ferries that can shuttle you around the city. Its history dates back to the 13th century, and the best place to discover it is in Gamla Stan, the Old Town. Gamla Stan is famous for its winding, cloistered streets, boutiques, and cozy restaurants, all gathered close by to the Royal Palace.

After breakfast at your hotel, which is included every day of your trip, meet your private guide in the lobby for a 3 hour walking and driving tour of the city.

Spend the day discovering two important historical buildings - Drottningholm Palace and Gripsholm Castle.

Make the hour drive north toward Sigtuna and Uppsala, where you will stay the night. Uppsala is a fun university town with historical significance and Viking roots.

Late this afternoon, meet your guide for a walking tour of the city where you will explore the history and culture, learn about the influence of Vikings in the region and visit the local university library. Highlights include the Uppsala Domkyrka cathedral and Uppsala Castle.

This morning, head to the nearby city of Sigtuna on Lake Mälaren, which is the oldest surviving town in Sweden and is full of cozy traditional wooden houses and stone churches. Spend the day exploring on your own.

Take a three hour drive to Hällefors. On your way, don't miss the magnificent Örebro Medieval castle.

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Continue south and west along the shores of Lake Vänern, Europe’s second biggest lake, you have a point to point drive of about 4 hours to Gothenburg. On your way spend some time in Mariestad, which has one of the best historically preserved city centers in the country. It also connects to the Göta Canal, Sweden's iconic waterway that connects Lake Vänern with Lake Vättern.

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Continue south and west along the shores of Lake Vänern, Europe’s second biggest lake, you have a point to point drive of about 4 hours to Gothenburg. On your way spend some time in Mariestad, which has one of the best historically preserved city centers in the country. It also connects to the Göta Canal, Sweden's iconic waterway that connects Lake Vänern with Lake Vättern.

Image courtesy of Anders Tedeholm / Image Bank Sweden

Enjoy a day of exploration in the archipelago of Ockero's rural district.

Enjoy the morning in Gothenburg before making your way towards Vaxjo. Located right in the southern inland of Småland, you will enjoy plenty of lakes, local cafes with views and parks to explore. Perhaps consider a trip to Lake Åsnen, which is a national park.

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Today, you have a 10 am privately guided tour of the House of Emigrants.

Make your way to Kalmar, which is a historically significant city located on the Baltic Sea, where you can head out to Öland through the Öland Bridge. Enjoy the medieval center and the imposing Kalmar Castle.

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Head north on your 5 hour drive back to Stockholm, where you will enjoy a few nights in the city.

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Enjoy your day in the city before an evening concert.

Your private driver will pick you up for your flight home.