sweden.nordicvisitor.com STOCKHOLM AND SWEDEN IN A NUTSHELL ITINERARY

DAY 1 DAY 1: A COOL START IN STOCKHOLM Your holiday begins at Stockholm-Arlanda Airport where your driver waits to greet you and escort you to your hotel in the heart of Sweden’s remarkable capital. Being a city spread over 14 islands, there is no shortage of scenic waterfront to explore by foot. From your hotel, you'll find that many attractions, restaurants and pubs are within easy walking distance. Suggested attractions include the Vasa Ship Museum or City Hall’s famous Blue Hall, site of the annual Nobel Prize banquet. This evening it’s time to experience Stockholm’s coolest bar – ABSOLUT ICEBAR STOCKHOLM. Here in the world’s first permanent ice bar, the temperature is a cool -5°C all year round, and the entire interior, including the glasses, is made from 100% pure, clear ice from the Torne River in Swedish Lapland. The rest of your evening is free to explore the city’s many cafes, restaurants and nightclubs. Spend the night in central Stockholm. Attractions: ICEBAR, Stockholm, Stockholm City Hall, Vasa Museum

DAY 2 DAY 2: STOCKHOLM IN A NUTSHELL The morning starts with a Stockholm sightseeing tour (2.5 hours), taking you to the most significant sights in the city, including the Old Town (Gamla Stan) and Djurgården, the king’s ancient hunting grounds. This combined bus and boat tour really gives you Stockholm in a nutshell! After the tour we highly recommend spending more time in the Old Town with its many narrow alleys, historic buildings and handcraft boutiques. Spend another night in central Stockholm. Attractions: Djurgården, Fjällgatan, Gamla Stan (Old town of Stockholm), Royal Palace of Stockholm, Stockholm City Hall

1/4 DAY 3 DAY 3: BEGIN THE ROAD TRIP In the morning it’s time to pick up your rental car and start your drive north. Around the town of Enköping there are many interesting sights to visit, including the Grönsö Castle as well as a number of medieval churches and Viking Age rock carvings. Further north at Sala you can take a guided tour of the old silver mine and visit the mine museum or police museum along with several craft and souvenir shops.

On entering the province of Dalarna your first stop is Avesta, where you will find the largest Dala Horse in Sweden. This is the perfect place to stop for a great photo and afternoon snack at the nearby café/restaurant. Then continue your drive to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Falun. Spend the night in Falun.

Driving distance approx. 235 km / 146 miles If your car rental pick up is on a Sunday or public holiday, please note that the car rental agency doesn´t open their office until 15:00 in the afternoon. We might be able to arrange pickups outside these hours against an extra fee or assist you in rearranging your tour to make it fit. Please contact us for details. Attractions: Falun, Grönsöö Castle, Largest Dala Horse in Sweden, Sala Silver Mine

2/4 DAY 4 DAY 4: SWEDISH HERITAGE & WILDLIFE Your first stop today is the Dalarna Museum, which covers the cultural history of the province. And if you enjoyed the Sala silver mine then we recommend a visit to the Falun copper mine, where a guided tour takes you to depths of 50-60 meters underground!

For those with Swedish heritage, a stop at the Dössberget Museum in Bjursås, just outside Falun, might be of interest. Even if you don’t have Swedish roots, the great view, atmosphere and lunch makes it well worth a visit. After lunch, continue west to Nusnäs and visit the Grannas Dala Horse Workshop. Here at this family- owned workshop from the 1920s you can see how this popular symbol of Sweden is made and, of course, you can also buy your own souvenir.

Then continue to Mora, where we recommend visiting the 18th century home and museum of Anders Zorn, one of Sweden’s most celebrated painters. Here you can also visit Zorns Gammelgården, a collection of old log buildings, some dating back to the 13th century. A short drive north at the Grönklitt Bear Park, you will find not only bears but also wolves and other Swedish wildlife in their natural habitat. A must for animal lovers! Spend the night in the Mora area. Driving distance approx. 100 km / 62 miles. Attractions: Dalarna Museum, Dössberget Heritage Museum, Falun Copper Mine, Grannas Dala Horse Workshop, Orsa Grönklitt Predator Park, Zorn Museum, Zorn's Gammelgård

DAY 5 DAY 5: COUNTRYSIDE SCENERY Start your drive towards Sunne in Värmland. Just south of Mora, at the small island of Sollerön in Lake Siljan, you will find a “collectors' museum” with many historical objects from the area on display. After your break, continue through the Swedish forest and enjoy the relaxing scenery. Why not make a stop by one of the many lakes for a swim? Another interesting stop on the way is the local veteran car museum in Torsby. Spend the night in Sunne.

Driving distance approx. 190 km / 118 miles Attractions: Lafvasgårdens Collections Museum, Torsby Motor Museum

3/4 DAY 6 DAY 6: THE ART ROUTE TO ÖREBRO Before leaving Sunne, a visit to Rottneros Park is a must. Here you will find several different gardens and sculptures. Even for non-garden devotees there is plenty to see, including a “motorbikes as art” exhibition. You can also visit Mårbacka, the home-turned-museum of the Nobel Prize winning author Selma Lagerlöf.

The area you pass on your drive today is well known for its many artists. On your way towards Karlstad we recommend a coffee or lunch break at the beautiful Sillegården, which showcases local artworks. Another optional stop is the Klässbols Linen Mill, which produces and sells high quality linen goods that are popular with the Swedish Royal Family and Swedish embassies around the world.

Heading east past Karlstad, don’t miss the 15-meter Picasso sculpture in Kristinehamn, donated to the city by the artist in 1964. On arrival to Örebro, we suggest exploring the open-air museum in Wadköping with its beautiful old buildings, craftspeople and shops. History buffs may also enjoy a guided tour of the 14th-century Örebro Castle. Spend the night in Örebro.

Driving distance approx. 235 km / 146 miles

Attractions: Karlstad, Klässbols Linen Mill, Mårbacka Museum, Picasso Sculpture by Kristinehamn, Rottneros Park, Sillegården, Wadköping Museum Village, Örebro Castle

DAY 7 DAY 7: CASTLES TO STOCKHOLM For the last leg of your trip, drive towards Eskilstuna and pay a visit to Rademachersmedjorna, a 17th-century blacksmith community. We also recommend seeing the Sigurd rock carving, created over 1,000 years ago. Then continue east to Mariefred through an area famous for its many castles and manor houses, including the 16th-century Gripsholm Castle, famous for its exquisite art exhibitions and well-preserved interiors from different eras.

Upon return to Stockholm, drop off your rental car and check in to your centrally located hotel. Then enjoy the rest of the evening as you wish, perhaps with a taste of the capital's dazzling nightlife! Spend the night in central Stockholm.

Driving distance approx. 210 km / 130 miles. Attractions: Gripsholm Castle, Rademachersmedjorna Blacksmith Community, The Sigurd Carving

DAY 8 DAY 8: DEPARTURE Enjoy one last Scandinavian breakfast before checking out of your hotel. Transfer to Arlanda Airport is provided by private taxi.

Note: We can add activities in Stockholm or extra days before or after the tour; contact us for details. Attractions: Stockholm

Whatever your needs, we are here to help. If you have any questions about our packages or services, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Nordic Visitor Tel: +354 578 20 80 [email protected] nordicvisitor.com

4/4