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Stockholm Castle Tour Stockholm Castle Tour Guided tour to Royal Castles around Stockholm (5 days/ 4 nights) During its history Sweden has always been a monarchy. Therefore, different castles and palaces became a great part of its historical and cultural heritage. During this unique tour you have a perfect opportunity to visit three major palaces situated in Stockholm and the surrounding area. You will learn a lot about the history of Sweden, its royal dynasties and life of the current royal family. In addition, you will have a boat trip in one of the antique ships which are cruising along the lake Mälaren, and get to experience the city landscapes from a new perspective. The tour takes place at fixed dates of arrival (Thursday – Monday) from May to September. Group size is 2 to 12 people. We provide an individual approach to each client. For agencies favorable conditions for cooperation are provided. O.K. Travel AB Visitors: Kanalvägen 1A, Upplands Väsby Bank: Swedbank, Sollentuna Bank-giro: 845-9901 Rotsundagårdsvägen 42 Telephone (m): +46 72 31 10 764 Account No.: 8327-9,923 039 035-4 FA-skattebevis SE-192 79 Sollentuna E-mail: [email protected] Swift address:SWEDSESS Reg. No.: 556872-8488 SWEDEN Internet: http://www.oktravel.se IBAN: SE2780000832799230390354 VAT No. SE556872848801 The tour includes: - Accommodation in a 4* hotel in the center of Stockholm - Breakfasts at the hotel - Walking guided tour around Stockholm, including visit to Royal Palace*, 4 hours - Guided tour to Drottningholm, including visits to the Drottningholm Palace and the walk around the park, 3 hours - Boat trip from Drottningholm Palace to the center of Stockholm - Guided tour to Gripsholm Castle, 4 hours Detailed program by day: Day 1 Arriving in Stockholm. An independent trip to your hotel, or there is a possibility to order a transfer at extra charge. Checking in the hotel in the center of Stockholm after 2 pm. Free time. OR If you wish, there is a possibility to order additional guided tours at extra charge, such as a visit to the famous museum Vasa, or the open air ethnographic museum Skansen. Guides meet clients in the hotel lobby and they go to the Djurgården Island by public transport. Entrance tickets and public transport are paid on the spot. Day 2 10:00 Sightseeing guided tour around Stockholm, including visit to Royal Palace* and walking tour around the Old Town. (2 hours by car, 2 hours by foot) 14:00 End of the tour in the Old Town. Return to the hotel without the guide. Free Time. Day 3 10:00 Guided tour to the Drottningholm Castle – the residence of Swedish Royal Family. Transfer to the palace by car/ bus. Guided tour in the Palace and a walk around the gardens. 13:00 Departure to Stockholm by boat. 14:00 Arrival in Stockholm. Return to the hotel without the guide. Day 4 10:00 Guided tour of Gripsholm Castle, walking tour around Mariefred. 14:00 Returning to the hotel. Free time. Day 5 An indipendent transfer to the airport, or there is a possibility to arrange transfer at extra charge. !!! Start time of the guided tours can be changed, as well as the order of the tours. O.K. Travel AB Visitors: Kanalvägen 1A, Upplands Väsby Bank: Swedbank, Sollentuna Bank-giro: 845-9901 Rotsundagårdsvägen 42 Telephone (m): +46 72 31 10 764 Account No.: 8327-9,923 039 035-4 FA-skattebevis SE-192 79 Sollentuna E-mail: [email protected] Swift address:SWEDSESS Reg. No.: 556872-8488 SWEDEN Internet: http://www.oktravel.se IBAN: SE2780000832799230390354 VAT No. SE556872848801 Price: from 750 EUR/ p.p. in DBL room. Hotels: Scandic Continental - 4 **** Elite Plaza – 4**** Additional costs: - Flight tickets - Medical insurance - Visa Fee - Transfers from and to airport O.K. Travel AB Visitors: Kanalvägen 1A, Upplands Väsby Bank: Swedbank, Sollentuna Bank-giro: 845-9901 Rotsundagårdsvägen 42 Telephone (m): +46 72 31 10 764 Account No.: 8327-9,923 039 035-4 FA-skattebevis SE-192 79 Sollentuna E-mail: [email protected] Swift address:SWEDSESS Reg. No.: 556872-8488 SWEDEN Internet: http://www.oktravel.se IBAN: SE2780000832799230390354 VAT No. SE556872848801 .
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