Stockholm, the ‘Venice of the north’ is built on 14 islands connected via a network of waterways and more than 50 bridges and is a charming city to visit at any time of year. Offering a pleasant mix of traditional and modern architecture, Sweden’s capital city offers fine restaurants, a wealth of cultural experiences and some great shopping.
Offering great shopping with big department stores and stylish fashion boutiques, cafes and restaurants. The island of Sodermalm is the focus for trendy, young locals offering the hippest pubs and clubs.
While the leafy island of Djurgarden is one of Stockholm’s most visited areas and for good reason, boasting wonderful parklands and a concentration of fine museums including Vasa and Skansen.
I love talking about experiences that go beyond the ordinary, from one explorer to another.
Trip ideas
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Trail of the Vikings
Nordic Europe RailDiscover the diversity and beauty of the Norse homelands travelling slowly by train through Scandinavia enjoying a mix of Viking treasures, glorious mountain landscapes, delicious cuisine and Scandi chic.
From £2328 Excluding Flights
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Wonders of the Baltic
Nordic Europe RailCombine Scandinavia, Finland and the Baltic States on this fascinating journey through northern Europe by rail and ferry starting in the UK.
From £2546 Excluding Flights
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Capitals of Scandinavia
Nordic Europe IndependentExplore and enjoy four vibrant maritime capitals in the Nordics, travelling between them by boat and train.
From £1045 Excluding Flights
Other Sweden regions
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Skane
Skane (pronounced ‘Skorr-ner’) is Sweden’s southernmost region and is geographically closer to Denmark than to much of the rest of Sweden.
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Swedish Lapland
Northern lights watching, husky sledding, snowmobiling, cool places to stay, pristine landscapes of frozen lakes and snow-covered forests... a holiday in Swedish Lapland takes you to the ultimate winter wonderland.
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Varmland
Varmland competes for the title of Sweden’s great outdoors, its remarkable landscapes and wealth of outdoor activities, never failing to impress.
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West Sweden
West Sweden is rather like a microcosm of the country as a whole with a vibrant and stylish 'capital' city, an accessible archipelago with a thriving maritime culture, a strong historic heritage and a landscape that includes forests, mountains, farmland and lakes.
