A Sweden vacation offers a refreshing look at Northern Europe. One of the country's most popular destinations is its capital city, Stockholm, which is comprised of 14 islands. The history of the city is preserved in its architecture and the cobblestone streets of the Gamla Stan, the city's Old Town. The area's main attractions include the Nobel Museum and Royal Palace. Combine a Sweden tour with visit to other Scandinavian countries like neighboring Norway for a Best of Scandinavia tour.
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Embark on spellbinding Scandinavian rail journeys from the ancient Viking capital of Trondheim to Swedish Lapland, visiting the best places to see the Aurora Borealis, with many opportunities to experience these swirling lights. Travelling by rail through amazing landscapes, cross the Arctic Circle to Bodø to seek the ethereal Northern...
Explore Norway's iconic mountains, glaciers and azure fjords, and discover Swedish Lapland's untamed wilderness on this epic vacation. Experience all the great Scandinavian rail experiences, cross the Arctic Circle to the 'Land of the Midnight Sun' and visit an authentic Sámi village to gain an insight into the traditions of Lapland's...
Embark on an amazing exploration of five incredible countries. Travel through Denmark and Sweden before crossing the Baltic Sea to explore the idyllic charms of Latvia, Estonia and Finland. Experience the history and distinct culture of these attractive capital cities, taking in the colorful waterways of Copenhagen and medieval Stockholm in...
One of the best places in the world for auroral activity, Swedish Lapland is as remote as it is scenic. Heritage and tradition are the beating heart of the region and experiencing morsels of this culture in highly scenic locations immerses you in Sweden in ways you could have only imagined previously. This expedition presents the opportunity...
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