Individual arrival in southern Sweden. Malmö is a rapidly developing city. The old town with its castle and Västra Hamnen – Malmö's most modern district with the "Turning Torso" skyscraper – are located close to each other. You will spend the night in Malmö. Several travel options are available for the trip. These include flying from an airport near your home and then picking up a rental car at Gothenburg or Stockholm airport. Alternatively, you can drive your own car via Denmark. Another option is to take a ferry to Trelleborg or Gothenburg, where you can bring your car on board.

Along the Kattegat coast you'll find beaches and small towns. The coastal road from Halmstad to Varberg is highly recommended. You'll spend the night in Varberg, where the old "cold bathing establishment" still exists and the town center is charming.

Today you have a very short leg of your journey to Gothenburg. This leaves you plenty of time to explore Sweden's second largest city at your leisure.

The coastal town of Marstrand, a little further north of Gothenburg, is a must-see for sailors. Lake Vänern is the largest lake in Sweden. It is divided in two by a peninsula on which Läckö Castle is located. Your destination today is Karlstad.

Dalarna is known as a region where old farming traditions are still alive. Mining was also a major industry here in the past. The area is even called Bergslagen, where the laws (Swedish "lag") of the mountain applied. You can reach Tällberg via Kopparberg and Ludvika.

Tällberg is situated on a hill overlooking Lake Siljan. The village is charming with its traditional and historic architecture. The larger towns around the lake are mostly very beautiful and cozy. In Nusnes, the famous red wooden horses are made. You can take boat trips on the lake.

Falun, with its old, colorful mining districts, is just under an hour away. The ubiquitous red paint, Falun red, used to paint many houses, originates from here. The paint was a byproduct of mining. In Gävle, you reach the Baltic Sea.

Continuing your journey, you'll pass the university town of Uppsala. Here you can visit the ancient Viking burial mounds, the castle, and the cathedral. Sweden's most famous botanist, Linnaeus, created a beautiful garden here. Sigtuna is considered one of the oldest settlements on Lake Mälaren, founded in the 11th century. You'll spend the night near Stockholm.

Sweden's capital city is spread across 14 islands and offers a fascinating blend of modernity and nature. Over 100 museums, manor houses, castles, and churches invite visitors to explore. The shopping district of Norrmalm lies north of the Old Town. Södermalm is known for its cafés and the vibrant atmosphere of Stockholm's young residents.

In the afternoon, the ferry will take you from Nynäshamn to Visby on Gotland. Ferry times vary depending on the season and day of the week. The medieval old town is almost completely preserved. Narrow streets, old churches, and numerous bars characterize the townscape.

Gotland, the largest island in the Baltic Sea, is considered Sweden's sunniest and warmest region. The 125 km long island is special in many ways, and there's plenty to see beyond Visby. Raukar are limestone pillars and are typical of Gotland and some neighboring islands. You can find these bizarrely shaped stones on many beaches.

Depending on the season and ferry departure time, you'll have some free time on Gotland. Afterwards, you'll cross over to Oskarshamn, a relatively young port city. The Fnyket district, not far from the harbor, is particularly worth seeing, and various boat trips into the Oskarshamn archipelago are offered from there during the summer.

On today's route, you should visit one of the local glassworks. You'll reach Öland via the bridge near Kalmar. For Swedes, Öland is a typical summer island, and you'll find beautiful beaches along its coast. The main town is Borgholm in the north, where you'll find a huge castle ruin. In southern Öland, you'll find a large alvar area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a unique, treeless biotope with typical moss growth.

Kalmar is located on the mainland opposite the Öland Bridge. The city boasts a sprawling old town, a beautiful cathedral, and a castle-like palace. Karlskrona is your destination for the day. This small town lies directly on the Baltic coast.

Southern Sweden consists of a rugged, rocky coastline with numerous islands and bays, while the western region of Scania is characterized by its expansive, green farmland. The area is rich in castles and manor houses. You will be staying overnight in Malmö.

Individual return journey home.