Set on an archipelago of fourteen islands, connected by 53 bridges, Stockholm is aptly nicknamed 'Venice of the North'. Wherever you look you are bound to find water. Over the summer months it rarely gets dark during the nights, and the weather is pleasantly warm.
During this single centred bike tour you head out each day from your base to experience the Swedish capital city and explore its beautiful archipelago. Discover World Cultural Heritage, nature, a broad variety of museums and culinary highlights with visits to Vaxholm, Drottningholm Palace, Saltsjobaden and Djurgarden.
You cycle mostly on bike paths and gravel roads as well as forest tracks and side roads with less traffic through typical Swedish nature. To some extent there are simpler trail conditions with raw gravel. Flat to slightly hilly tour course.
Take a first stroll through Sweden's capital and explore some of the many sights and tourist attractions.
In the evening you will have a welcome briefing and bike fitting (if needed).
You stay at Hotel Birger Jarl (Buffet breakfast)
Along Lake Malar, Sweden's third largest lake you cycle to UNESCO world cultural heritage Drottningholm Palace. Here, on the shore of the lake, the royal family grew up. Take your time to explore the beautiful palace as well as the Chinese Pavilion dating from the 18th century. You continue your tour across bridges on to the island of Sodermalm. You also pass the old town of Stockholm, Gamla Stan with its cobblestone alleys and inviting coffee shops and the island of Skeppsholmen with an impressive modern art sculpture garden.
You stay at Hotel Birger Jarl (Buffet breakfast)
A stay in Stockholm should include a visit to the archipelago. Therefore today's bike tour brings you to Vaxholm, the idyllic small town which is also known as 'capital of the archipelago'. Look forward to nice restaurants, small shops, an impressive fortress from the 16th century as well as a lively boating culture. The ferry back to Stockholm (not included) departs regularly and takes about an hour.
You stay at Hotel Birger Jarl (Buffet breakfast)
Today's tour leads you to Skogskyrkogarden (woodland cemetery), which according to UNESCO is an outstanding example for the merge of architecture and landscape. Learn more about the cemetery in the visitor centre or book a guided tour (not included). Your goal is the idyllic bathing village of Saltsjobaden before you return to Stockholm.
You stay at Hotel Birger Jarl (Buffet breakfast)
Look forward to nature as far as the eye can see! In the morning a diversified choice of museums is awaiting you on the island of Djurgarden. Visit the Nordic museum or Vasa museum, those who prefer it more interactive pass by at Junibacken (the Astrid Lindgren museum) or the ABBA museum. You will also pass Skansen, the world's oldest open-air museum as well as art museum Prinz Eugens Waldemarsudde. Afterwards you continue your bike tour to the North where Palace Ulriksdal is awaiting you.
You stay at Hotel Birger Jarl (Buffet breakfast)
This single-centre holiday is based at the following hotel. If you'd like to extend your stay here, or upgrade your room, just let us know at the time of booking.
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This 5 night self-guided cycling holiday includes:
Single-centre accommodation in a hotel
Breakfast
Bike fitting at the start of your holiday
Headwater navigation app for your smartphone
Bike hire
How to book:
To book this holidays speak to our sales team on 0044 1606 720199 or click on the appropriate 'book now' or 'check availability' button below.
To book this holiday call our sales team on 0044 1606 720199 or click on the appropriate 'Book now' or 'check availability' button below.
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The prices quoted for each individual departure supercede those published in our current brochures. Air prices are subject to change and we advise early booking to obtain the best prices. Please see our Planning your holiday and What's included in the price? pages for additional information.
Solo travellers
Please call for details and prices
Children
Tour only from £. Flight inclusive prices from £. Per child when sharing a room with 2 adults.
Holiday type
Self-guided cycling Managed locally by Headwater appointed agent.
Departures
Sunday from 26th May 2024 to 1st Sep 2024, for 5 nights. All dates are subject to availability, please contact us to check.
Meals
Breakfast
Electric bikes
It is possible to hire electric bikes for this holiday at a supplement of £210 per person. As these are available on a first come first served basis, we recommend early booking to avoid disappointment.
This holiday does not include any flights or rail.
To book this holidays speak to our sales team on 0044 1606 720199 or click on the appropriate 'book now' button above.
If you need further information before you book simply complete our Holiday Enquiry Form and a member of our sales team will get back to you.
To book this holiday call our sales team on 0044 1606 720199 or click on the appropriate 'Book now' or 'Check availability' button below.
