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Scandinavia - Self-drive tour from Stockholm to the North Cape

15 days · Individual · from €1,450.00
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Duration
15 days
Start/End
Stockholm
Tour type
Individual
Accommodation
Hotel
Price from · per person
€1,450.00
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Scandinavia - Self-drive tour from Stockholm to the North Cape

Duration

15 days

Start/End

Stockholm

Tour type

Individual

Level

Easy

Accommodation

Hotel

Overview

Northern Europe is one of the largest wildernesses you can discover. The route leads from Stockholm along the Gulf of Bothnia via Umeå and Luleå to Rovaniemi and Inari, on to the North Cape and back via Alta, Narvik and Mo i Rana through Lapland to Stockholm.

Northern Europe is perhaps the greatest wilderness you can discover. Here, people live with incredible peace and space. Many myths and stories are associated with this region, where the indigenous population still lives. The North Cape has been a dream destination for over 200 years. The route leads through large parts of the diverse north. Driving distance approx. 3,980 km from/to Stockholm Airport.

Culture
Round trip

Tour Code

SEARN004

Tour language

GermanGerman

Itinerary

  • Day 1
    Arrival in Stockholm

    Hotel in Stockholm

    approx. 35 km

    Individual arrival in Stockholm. After arriving at Stockholm Airport, you will pick up your rental car (not included) and drive to your hotel on the outskirts of Stockholm. Another option is to arrive by private car, allowing you to begin your tour immediately upon arrival. Explore Stockholm, the Swedish capital.

    Arrival in Stockholm

    Day 1

    Hotel in Stockholm

    approx. 35 km

    Individual arrival in Stockholm. After arriving at Stockholm Airport, you will pick up your rental car (not included) and drive to your hotel on the outskirts of Stockholm. Another option is to arrive by private car, allowing you to begin your tour immediately upon arrival. Explore Stockholm, the Swedish capital.

  • Day 2
    Stockholm – Sundsvall

    Hotel in Sundsvall

    approx. 380 km

    You begin your journey north. The university town of Uppsala, north of Stockholm, impresses not only with its imposing cathedral and venerable university, but also with its Viking burial mounds. Hudiksvall, the main town of the municipality of the same name on the Gulf of Bothnia, boasts a charming old harbor. Your destination for today is the municipality of Sundsvall, about an hour's drive north. Sundsvall is beautifully situated between two hills. The town owes its prosperity to the local timber industry.

    Stockholm – Sundsvall

    Day 2

    Hotel in Sundsvall

    approx. 380 km

    You begin your journey north. The university town of Uppsala, north of Stockholm, impresses not only with its imposing cathedral and venerable university, but also with its Viking burial mounds. Hudiksvall, the main town of the municipality of the same name on the Gulf of Bothnia, boasts a charming old harbor. Your destination for today is the municipality of Sundsvall, about an hour's drive north. Sundsvall is beautifully situated between two hills. The town owes its prosperity to the local timber industry.

  • Day 3
    Sundsvall – Umeå

    Hotel in Umeå

    approx. 265 km

    On your journey you will pass through the mountainous coastal region of Höga Kusten. Umeå is a university city and is also known as the City of Birches.

    Sundsvall – Umeå

    Day 3

    Hotel in Umeå

    approx. 265 km

    On your journey you will pass through the mountainous coastal region of Höga Kusten. Umeå is a university city and is also known as the City of Birches.

  • Day 4
    Umeå – Luleå

    Hotel in Luleå

    approx. 265 km

    You drive past Piteå, the “Riviera of the North”, to Luleå, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site as a city of churches.

    Umeå – Luleå

    Day 4

    Hotel in Luleå

    approx. 265 km

    You drive past Piteå, the “Riviera of the North”, to Luleå, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site as a city of churches.

  • Day 5
    Luleå – Rovaniemi

    Hotel in Rovaniemi

    approx. 255 km

    In Haparanda, you cross the long border river into Finland. Rovaniemi lies on the Arctic Circle. It's worth visiting the large Arctic exhibition or the Orthodox church. And of course, there's also Santa Park.

    Luleå – Rovaniemi

    Day 5

    Hotel in Rovaniemi

    approx. 255 km

    In Haparanda, you cross the long border river into Finland. Rovaniemi lies on the Arctic Circle. It's worth visiting the large Arctic exhibition or the Orthodox church. And of course, there's also Santa Park.

  • Day 6
    Rovaniemi – Inari

    Hotel in Inari

    approx. 325 km

    You are now entering the typical Lappish landscape. After passing Sodankylä, you will be in the region of the Sami people and reindeer. Saariselkä is a holiday resort on the edge of Finland's large Urho Kekkonen National Park.

    Rovaniemi – Inari

    Day 6

    Hotel in Inari

    approx. 325 km

    You are now entering the typical Lappish landscape. After passing Sodankylä, you will be in the region of the Sami people and reindeer. Saariselkä is a holiday resort on the edge of Finland's large Urho Kekkonen National Park.

  • Day 7
    Inari – Honningsvåg

    Hotel in Honningsvåg

    approx. 350 km

    Lake Inari is one of the largest inland lakes in Europe. In Inari, you'll find the Siida, a large Sami exhibition. You'll then travel into Norway, passing Karasjok, home to the Norwegian Sami Parliament. Before reaching Skaidi, you'll come to the Porsangerfjord, a deep inlet of the Norwegian Sea. Later in the day, you'll arrive at the North Cape island.

    Inari – Honningsvåg

    Day 7

    Hotel in Honningsvåg

    approx. 350 km

    Lake Inari is one of the largest inland lakes in Europe. In Inari, you'll find the Siida, a large Sami exhibition. You'll then travel into Norway, passing Karasjok, home to the Norwegian Sami Parliament. Before reaching Skaidi, you'll come to the Porsangerfjord, a deep inlet of the Norwegian Sea. Later in the day, you'll arrive at the North Cape island.

  • Day 8
    Honningsvåg – Alta

    Hotel in Alta

    approx. 210 km

    The North Cape is a plateau on the island of Magerøya and has been a sought-after destination for visitors from all over the world for over 200 years. Alta lies on the Altafjord and invites visitors to take boat trips or explore the large Stone Age rock carvings.

    Honningsvåg – Alta

    Day 8

    Hotel in Alta

    approx. 210 km

    The North Cape is a plateau on the island of Magerøya and has been a sought-after destination for visitors from all over the world for over 200 years. Alta lies on the Altafjord and invites visitors to take boat trips or explore the large Stone Age rock carvings.

  • Day 9
    Alta – Nordkjosbotn

    Hotel in Nordkjosbotn

    approx. 290 km

    On your way to Nordkjosbotn you will experience the breathtaking Lyngenfjord.

    Alta – Nordkjosbotn

    Day 9

    Hotel in Nordkjosbotn

    approx. 290 km

    On your way to Nordkjosbotn you will experience the breathtaking Lyngenfjord.

  • Day 10
    Nordkjosbotn – Narvik

    Hotel in Narvik

    approx. 180 km

    Today's journey takes you past Narvik on the Ofotfjord. The city is the largest port in Northern Norway.

    Nordkjosbotn – Narvik

    Day 10

    Hotel in Narvik

    approx. 180 km

    Today's journey takes you past Narvik on the Ofotfjord. The city is the largest port in Northern Norway.

  • Day 11
    Narvik – Mo i Rana

    Hotel in Mo i Rana

    approx. 425 km

    A beautiful leg of the journey awaits you. You'll drive along the Tysfjord. Stetind is Norway's national mountain. The Saltstraumen is a narrow fjord passage and also the strongest tidal current in the world.

    Narvik – Mo i Rana

    Day 11

    Hotel in Mo i Rana

    approx. 425 km

    A beautiful leg of the journey awaits you. You'll drive along the Tysfjord. Stetind is Norway's national mountain. The Saltstraumen is a narrow fjord passage and also the strongest tidal current in the world.

  • Day 12
    Mo i Rana – Storuman

    Hotel in Storuman

    approx. 245 km

    Cross the Swedish border to reach Storuman, where you'll experience magnificent mountain scenery. Enjoy the unforgettable panoramic views.

    Mo i Rana – Storuman

    Day 12

    Hotel in Storuman

    approx. 245 km

    Cross the Swedish border to reach Storuman, where you'll experience magnificent mountain scenery. Enjoy the unforgettable panoramic views.

  • Day 13
    Storuman – Härnösand

    Hotel in Härnösand

    approx. 365 km

    The landscape here is characterized by long valleys. Härnösand is a beautiful residential town on an island in the Baltic Sea coast.

    Storuman – Härnösand

    Day 13

    Hotel in Härnösand

    approx. 365 km

    The landscape here is characterized by long valleys. Härnösand is a beautiful residential town on an island in the Baltic Sea coast.

  • Day 14
    Härnösand – Gävle

    Hotel in Gävle

    approx. 260 km

    On your way to Gävle, you will pass through Sundsvall and the historical province of Hälsingland. Gävle is the southernmost and largest city in the Norrland region.

    Härnösand – Gävle

    Day 14

    Hotel in Gävle

    approx. 260 km

    On your way to Gävle, you will pass through Sundsvall and the historical province of Hälsingland. Gävle is the southernmost and largest city in the Norrland region.

  • Day 15
    Gävle – Stockholm and return journey

    approx. 140 km

    You leave Gävle and pass through Uppsala. Sweden's fourth-largest city boasts a magnificent cathedral, a university, and a castle. Uppsala is considered Sweden's oldest city. After returning your rental car in Stockholm, you'll begin your individual journey home. TIP: EXTENSION Book an extra night in Stockholm from €70 per person in a double room including breakfast.

    Gävle – Stockholm and return journey

    Day 15

    approx. 140 km

    You leave Gävle and pass through Uppsala. Sweden's fourth-largest city boasts a magnificent cathedral, a university, and a castle. Uppsala is considered Sweden's oldest city. After returning your rental car in Stockholm, you'll begin your individual journey home. TIP: EXTENSION Book an extra night in Stockholm from €70 per person in a double room including breakfast.

Price from

€1,450.00

Phone: +43 512 209071

Services

What's included

  • 14 nights in good mid-range hotels including breakfast in a double room with shower/toilet

  • North Cape entrance

  • 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

  • Visa and vaccinations, if required

  • 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

Nature-led

This self-drive tour is ideal for those who enjoy driving themselves and exploring the countryside independently. Daily distances range from 35 to 425 kilometers. Along the way, there's plenty of time for walks, sightseeing, and local activities.

Dates and prices

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Individual dates

Optional

Extra bed (adults)

pro Person, Season 20.05.–15.10.2027

€1,230.00

per person

Extra bed for child up to and including 12 years

per child, season 20.05.–15.10.2027

€790.00

per person

    Notes on the trip

    Notes

    We'll book your rental car from/to Stockholm for you at the current daily rate with our selected partners. Itinerary changes are possible. Generally, this trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. However, we're happy to check if we can accommodate your travel requests in individual cases. Just ask us.