Explore the city the best way

Sightseeing by bike one can move quickly and easily between Stockholm’s many islands, which each possess their own character. We follow the shores of the sea and the lake, pedal over bridges and pass all the major sights, such as the Royal Palace and the Royal Dramatic Theatre. The tour will also get you off beaten tourist tracks to see beautiful gardens, picturesque wooden houses from the 17th Century and old oak trees in the world’s first National City Park.

Wild Stockholm

In Stockholm there isn't just natural forest vegetation but also wild animals close to the city. Reserve an evening for a comfortable tour out into the beautiful and historical Swedish landscape. Here you have the chance to meet the true forest inhabitants, elk, deer and wild pigs as well as a rich birdlife, at an excitingly close range.

Sail the Stockholm archipelago - Unique, beautiful and wild

The Stockholm archipelago has literally thousands of islands in every conceivable shape and size. They actually start right in the middle of the city, with the islands near Stockholm being virtually suburbs of the Swedish capital. Other parts are uninhabited and are still among the wildest areas in Europe. None of the islands are quite like the other: Some are forest-clad, some rise high above the sea - others are low, bare slabs of rock called “skerries”. On some of the islands it takes several hours to walk from one end to the other whereas it is possible to swim around others in a couple of minutes. This fantastic seascape, situated just outside an historic capital, might seem like it is a paradise for tourists. There are, however, few tourists to be seen in the archipelago even at the peak season in July. Here we will do full day trip on a luxury sail yacht. You and your fellow passengers will sail the yacht under a watchful eye of one of our experienced English speaking captains. We don´t require any previous experience. Your skipper will guide you in the Archipelago, its history, flora, and fauna. And we offer good food as well!

We start at the quaint little coastal town of Vaxholm, an hour nice ferry ride from the Stockholm city centre. After embarking the sailboat we will sail through narrow straits lined with old houses from the 19th century mixed with modern luxury villas before we cross bigger bays to reach more wild and uninhabited islands. There we can chose one of the islands to take a swim, explore ashore and have lunch. In the end it is the wind and you who decides the program.

Option City Kayak

Get out on the water and experience the city's sparkling waterways on this adventurous Stockholm kayak tour perfect for both experienced kayakers and beginners. Join your helpful Stockholm guide and start off in one of our most protected bays, sheltered from the wind. Learn how to paddle a kayak, get useful tips from your guide and practice your kayaking skills before paddling into open space. This tour will take in narrow channels, green islands and views of the elegant skyline – an interesting mix of modern and traditional architecture makes Stockholm one of Europe’s finest cities. See the magnificent City Hall where each year, the coveted Nobel Prize is awarded to worthy recipients from all around the globe.

For a week-long adventures, explore our Stockholm Active Week!

Facts

Dates 2012: Every Thursday June 7 until August 30. No tour 21 June.


Prices: Adults SEK 5500, students and children 12-16 years SEK 4500. Single supplement SEK 1000.

Prices include:
- Guided bike tour 
- Full sailing day in the archipelago incl lunch and snacks
- Wildlife safari with snacks.
- 3 nights in shared double room in three star hotel w shared facilities
- hearty breakfast bufféts
- 3-day travel card for public transport incl ferries in the harbour
- All taxes

Not included:
- transfer to Vaxholm by ferry SEK 75 one way. However, metro/bus included in the travel card can also take you there.
- optional city kayak tour (SEK 590), book separate on this web site
- Private facilities in the hotelroom. SEK 1000 for private facilities, on request, please e-mail us.


Public transport :
Stockholm has excellent and efficient public transport. Public transport is a way of seeing the daily life of a city. It is often also faster than to tackle the traffic jams of the capital. In this itinerary we have included public transport with a personal 3-day card with which you can travel as much as you want.

Hotel:
We will stay in a small charming three star hotel in a more than 200 year old building where you can have the breakfast in the backyard. It is situated in a quite location, still just 2 blocks from a lively part of the city and the metro. There are hundreds of restaurants and interesting sights within short walking distance. Old town (Gamla stan) is just a 10 minutes walk away. A comfortable room with shared facilities is included in the price. Rooms with private toilet/shower is offered on request to an additional cost.

Extra hotel nights: you can book extra hotel nights. Cost SEK 500 /person in double, SEK 850 in single.

Meals:
A hearty breakfast is always included. The sail tour in the Archipelago a tasty lunch and snacks are included

Options:
Tour options can be booked for Friday, for example a kayak tour in the city or in the archipelago. See this web site. All of them subject to availability.

Number of participants: 2-16

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Stockholm Tourist Centre

Stockholm Visitors Board