Overview
Discover Stockholm’s blend of historic charm, royal palaces, world-class museums and archipelago scenery. This carefully paced 6-day package (5 full sightseeing days) mixes guided highlights with free time for cafés, design shopping and a relaxed archipelago cruise. Perfect for first-time visitors who want culture, city walks and gentle nature.
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Itinerary
Arrive and transfer to your hotel in central Stockholm. Afternoon walking tour of Gamla Stan (the Old Town): Stortorget square, narrow medieval streets and the Royal Palace exterior (option to visit the palace interior and the changing of the guard). Evening: welcome dinner at a local bistro.
El País
Morning at the Vasa Museum to see the 17th-century warship and exhibits (guided tour included). After lunch, choose between Skansen open-air museum (Swedish history) or Fotografiska/Moderna Museet for modern art and photography. Free evening.
Vasa Museum
Half-day trip to Drottningholm Palace — the royal residence with palace theatre, Chinese Pavilion and formal gardens (UNESCO World Heritage). Afternoon free for a relaxed stroll or optional canal ride back into the city.
Royal Palaces
Boat cruise into the Stockholm archipelago with a stop at Vaxholm (quaint island town) — explore seaside lanes, forts and cafés. Return to the city for a sunset stroll along Strandvägen or dinner in Södermalm.
Visit Stockholm
Boat cruise into the Stockholm archipelago with a stop at Vaxholm (quaint island town) — explore seaside lanes, forts and cafés. Return to the city for a sunset stroll along Strandvägen or dinner in Södermalm.
Visit Stockholm
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- 5 nights accommodation in a centrally located 3–4★ hotel (breakfast daily)
- Arrival and departure airport transfers (one pick-up, one drop-off)
- Guided walking tour of Gamla Stan and Royal Palace exterior entry arrangements
- Vasa Museum tickets with audio guide or guided visit
- Day trip to Drottningholm Palace (transport + entry)
- Archipelago boat cruise (shared group cruise)
- Local SIM or transport card (preloaded value) and city maps
- 24/7 local assistance and emergency contact
Cost Excludes
- International flights to/from Sweden
- Personal travel insurance (mandatory)
- Meals not listed (dinners unless specified) and personal expenses
- Optional museum entrances not listed (e.g., private palace rooms if closed)
- Gratuities and porterage
- Visa fees (if applicable)
FAQs
Visa requirements depend on your nationality. Schengen/short-stay visas apply for many countries — check with your local consulate. (We can help advise based on your passport.)
Late spring to early autumn (May–September) offers milder weather, long daylight and archipelago accessibility. Winter is magical for northern lights and Christmas markets but colder and darker.
Yes — most Swedes speak excellent English, so communication is easy for travelers.
Sweden uses the Swedish krona (SEK). Tipping is appreciated for great service but not obligatory; rounding up or 5–10% in restaurants is fine.
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