
Sweden
Sweden - Self-drive tour Romantic Sweden
Sweden - Self-drive tour Romantic Sweden
Duration
15 days
Start/End
Stockholm
Tour type
Individual
Level
Easy
Accommodation
Hotel
Overview
This tour takes you through romantic southern Sweden – along beautiful lakes, the coast and through gentle landscapes. Via Trosa, Vadstena and Växjö you travel to Kalmar and the islands of Öland and Gotland. You stay in small, hand-picked hotels and historic manor houses.
This journey takes you through romantic southern Sweden. You'll discover the vibrant capital city of Stockholm, and your route will lead you along stunning lakes, the coast, and through idyllic landscapes. The stays on Öland and Gotland are sure to be particular highlights. You'll stay in small, carefully selected hotels and historic manor houses.
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Day 1
Arrival in Stockholm and transfer to Trosa
Hotel in Trosa
approx. 110 km
Individual arrival in Stockholm. Once in Stockholm, you travel south to the romantic coastal town of Trosa. 2 nights in Trosa. Several travel options are available for the trip. These include flying from an airport near your home and picking up a rental car at Stockholm Airport. Driving your own car is also an option. Alternatively, you can take a ferry to Trelleborg, where you can bring your car on board.
Arrival in Stockholm and transfer to Trosa
Day 1
Hotel in Trosa
approx. 110 km
Individual arrival in Stockholm. Once in Stockholm, you travel south to the romantic coastal town of Trosa. 2 nights in Trosa. Several travel options are available for the trip. These include flying from an airport near your home and picking up a rental car at Stockholm Airport. Driving your own car is also an option. Alternatively, you can take a ferry to Trelleborg, where you can bring your car on board.
Day 2
Debt
Hotel in Trosa
Stroll along the canals and to the harbor and enjoy Trosa's relaxed atmosphere. A trip to Nyköping is also worthwhile.
Debt
Day 2
Hotel in Trosa
Stroll along the canals and to the harbor and enjoy Trosa's relaxed atmosphere. A trip to Nyköping is also worthwhile.
Day 3
Panties – Vingåker
Hotel in Vingåker
approx. 160 km
On the way to Örebro, a detour to Mariefred with its famous Gripsholm Castle is worthwhile. Continue through the lovely landscapes to your destination for the day, Vingåker.
Panties – Vingåker
Day 3
Hotel in Vingåker
approx. 160 km
On the way to Örebro, a detour to Mariefred with its famous Gripsholm Castle is worthwhile. Continue through the lovely landscapes to your destination for the day, Vingåker.
Day 4
Vineyards – Vadstena
Hotel in Vadstena
approx. 160 km
Visit the Göta Canal's lock staircase in Berg. It's a spectacular sight to see the ships overcoming the difference in elevation with the help of the seven locks. Two nights in Vadstena.
Vineyards – Vadstena
Day 4
Hotel in Vadstena
approx. 160 km
Visit the Göta Canal's lock staircase in Berg. It's a spectacular sight to see the ships overcoming the difference in elevation with the help of the seven locks. Two nights in Vadstena.
Day 5
Vadstena
Hotel in Vadstena
There's plenty to discover along the shores of Lake Vättern: charming villages, beautiful stretches of coastline, and various museums. Enjoy a relaxing day.
Vadstena
Day 5
Hotel in Vadstena
There's plenty to discover along the shores of Lake Vättern: charming villages, beautiful stretches of coastline, and various museums. Enjoy a relaxing day.
Day 6
Vadstena – Växjö
Hotel in Växjö
approx. 210 km
Via Jönköping on the southern shore of Lake Vättern, you reach Växjö. The small town is nestled amidst extensive forests. 2 nights in Växjö.
Vadstena – Växjö
Day 6
Hotel in Växjö
approx. 210 km
Via Jönköping on the southern shore of Lake Vättern, you reach Växjö. The small town is nestled amidst extensive forests. 2 nights in Växjö.
Day 7
Växjö
Hotel in Växjö
The Småland region is known for its handicrafts. Many of Sweden's glassblowing workshops are located here. The workshops are open to visitors. A lovely alternative is a bicycle tour through the unique natural landscape.
Växjö
Day 7
Hotel in Växjö
The Småland region is known for its handicrafts. Many of Sweden's glassblowing workshops are located here. The workshops are open to visitors. A lovely alternative is a bicycle tour through the unique natural landscape.
Day 8
Växjö – Kalmar – Öland
Hotel on Öland
approx. 140 km
Today you'll reach the coast near Kalmar. Visit the striking castle before crossing the bridge to Öland. Two nights on Öland.
Växjö – Kalmar – Öland
Day 8
Hotel on Öland
approx. 140 km
Today you'll reach the coast near Kalmar. Visit the striking castle before crossing the bridge to Öland. Two nights on Öland.
Day 9
Öland
Hotel on Öland
The island of Öland is characterized by barren alvar landscapes in the south and forested areas in the north. The island is wonderful to explore by bicycle or on foot. It also boasts many beautiful beaches.
Öland
Day 9
Hotel on Öland
The island of Öland is characterized by barren alvar landscapes in the south and forested areas in the north. The island is wonderful to explore by bicycle or on foot. It also boasts many beautiful beaches.
Day 10
Öland – Oskarshamn – Gotland
Hotel on Gotland
approx. 75 km
After a short drive you'll reach Oskarshamn, from where the ferry will take you to Gotland in about three hours. 3 nights on Gotland.
Öland – Oskarshamn – Gotland
Day 10
Hotel on Gotland
approx. 75 km
After a short drive you'll reach Oskarshamn, from where the ferry will take you to Gotland in about three hours. 3 nights on Gotland.
Days 11–12
Gotland
Hotel on Gotland
On Sweden's largest island, you'll find many picturesque places besides the medieval capital, Visby. The landscape is characterized by barren, juniper-covered fields and limestone pillars up to 10 meters high, called "raukar".
Gotland
Days 11–12
Hotel on Gotland
On Sweden's largest island, you'll find many picturesque places besides the medieval capital, Visby. The landscape is characterized by barren, juniper-covered fields and limestone pillars up to 10 meters high, called "raukar".
Day 13
Gotland – Stockholm
Hotel in Stockholm
approx. 60 km
After a three-hour ferry crossing, you'll reach Nynäshamn, south of Stockholm. Transfer to your accommodation, which is located just outside the city center. Two nights in Stockholm.
Gotland – Stockholm
Day 13
Hotel in Stockholm
approx. 60 km
After a three-hour ferry crossing, you'll reach Nynäshamn, south of Stockholm. Transfer to your accommodation, which is located just outside the city center. Two nights in Stockholm.
Day 14
Stockholm
Hotel in Stockholm
Stroll through the old town or take a boat trip to the island of Djurgården or the Stockholm archipelago. Plan your day exactly as you wish and, for example, take the hop-on-hop-off bus to see all the highlights.
Stockholm
Day 14
Hotel in Stockholm
Stroll through the old town or take a boat trip to the island of Djurgården or the Stockholm archipelago. Plan your day exactly as you wish and, for example, take the hop-on-hop-off bus to see all the highlights.
Day 15
Stockholm and return journey
approx. 50 km
In the morning you will have time for another visit to Stockholm before you begin your individual journey home.
Stockholm and return journey
Day 15
approx. 50 km
In the morning you will have time for another visit to Stockholm before you begin your individual journey home.
Price from
€2,315.00
Services
What's included
14 nights in selected small hotels including breakfast in a double room with shower/toilet
Gotland ferry: Oskarshamn–Visby, Visby–Nynäshamn
Pocket travel guide of your choice
Street map available upon request
What's not included
Individual travel to and from the destination (we are happy to put together a suitable offer)
Travel insurance (we are happy to put together an individual offer)
personal equipment
Tip
Rental cars (we would be happy to create a suitable offer for you)
Ferry crossings, tolls and fuel, unless listed as included.
Optional excursions, activities and entrance fees
Meals not included in the services
personal expenses
Character of the trip
Fitness
Easy
Altitude
Low
Culture / nature
Balanced
This self-drive tour is ideal for those who enjoy driving themselves and exploring the countryside independently. Daily distances range from 50 to 210 kilometers, and include several ferry crossings. Along the way, there's plenty of time for walks, sightseeing, and local activities.
Dates and prices
Individual dates
Optional
Extra bed (adults)
pro Person, Season 01.05.–15.10.2027
€1,870.00
per person
Extra bed for child up to and including 12 years
per child, season 01.05.–15.10.2027
€840.00
per person
Notes on the trip
Route
ca. 975 km
Notes
Alternatively, you can travel with TT-Line from Rostock or Travemünde and start your tour in Öland! Itinerary subject to change. Generally, this trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. However, we are happy to check if we can accommodate your travel requests in individual cases. Please contact us.
