From  £1520
per person
Tour Highlights
  • Explore Sweden's vibrant capital
  • Visit the famous lock stairs in the Göta Canal
  • Experience Gothenburg and the Haga Quarter
  • Drive to the romantic Läckö Castle
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Fly-Drive Highlights of Sweden

8 Day Tour, from £1520 per person

On this Swedish fly-drive holiday, you'll journey through the vibrant coastal cities of Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö. Start in Sweden's stunning capital, where you can enjoy exploring the fascinating museums, immersing in the vibrant waterfront atmosphere and visiting historic districts.

Travel to Gothenburg and explore its lively, bustling harbour front, the busiest in Scandinavia. Head to Malmö for a blend of modern architecture and cultural experiences. Lidköping is home to a beautiful cathedral as well as historic sites. Continue to Örebro, with its iconic castle and picturesque parks, and take in the scenic drives on long summer days offering a rich blend of Swedish culture and nature on this eight-day adventure.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1
FLY TO STOCKHOLM
FLY TO STOCKHOLM

Arrive in Stockholm and collect your hire car at the airport. Rest of the day at leisure. Stockholm offers a wide selection of world-class museums and attractions. Most of the city’s attractions can be reached on foot, and there’s a good chance of experiencing a lot of things in a short time. 

Accommodation
Best Western Kom Hotel
DAY 2
STOCKHOLM TO LINKÖPING
STOCKHOLM TO LINKÖPING

Spend the day exploring Stockholm. We recommend the Town Hall and the Blue Hall, where the Nobel celebration takes place every year. Visit the Royal Castle with the national church Storkyrkan, the Vasa Museum with the 69m long warship Vasa, the oldest and most beautiful open air museum Skansen, the sculpture garden Millesgarden with a breath-taking view over Stockholm and the harbour entrance. In the afternoon, take the road towards Trosa, a town located only 65km south of Stockholm. Trosa is famous for its small flat wooden houses and the river promenade. Evening arrival in Linköping. (B)

Accommodation
Quality Ekoxen Hotel
DAY 3
VIMMERBY TO KARLSKRONA
VIMMERBY TO  KARLSKRONA

Depart towards Karlskrona. In the morning, at your first stop, visit one of the most famous lock stairs in the Göta Canal. Then the drive continues to Astrid Lindgren, the famous Swedish writer`s home in  Vimmerby. Finish your visit in the town with a tranquil walk through this beautiful place. On the way to Karlskrona, stop by the elk park to visit these beautiful creatures before you reach your final destination of the day. (B)

Accommodation
Scandic Karlskrona
DAY 4
KIVIK TO MALMÖ
KIVIK TO MALMÖ

En route to Malmö, make a stop in Mörrum before heading towards the beautiful coastal town of Kivik and Wallander’s Ystad. Stop in Ystad and enjoy a delicious lunch in this charismatic town with its pleasant pastel-coloured and half-timbered houses. Take a walk on the famous cobblestone streets and discover the fascinating history behind the  museums and art galleries that this town has to offer. Afternoon arrival in Malmö. (B)

Accommodation
Comfort Malmo Hotel
DAY 5
MALMÖ TO GOTHENBURG
MALMÖ TO GOTHENBURG

In the morning, take a stroll in the charming streets of Malmö before you head north to Gothenburg. Drive via Halmstad. Enjoy a pleasant lunch in the city at the mouth of the Nissan River. Drive down to the Tylosand beach and experience the warm Swedish summer afternoon by the sea. Experience the city of Gothenburg through a nice relaxing tour. You can see the famous fish hall, the avenue Avenyn and the cosy artists' quarter Haga. In the centre, you will find numerous little canals and old buildings.  (B)

Accommodation
Comfort Hotel Gothenburg
DAY 6
ÖREBRO
ÖREBRO

Today visit the island of Marstrand, one of the most famous seaside resorts on the west coast of Sweden. The next stop is the stunning Läckö Castle in Västergötland. Discover the beautiful surroundings of the castle before continuing the drive to Örebro. Enjoy the lush green open areas near the castle and have a delicious picnic with a breathtaking background. (B)

Accommodation
Clarion Orebro
DAY 7
STOCKHOLM AND ROYAL CANAL TOUR
STOCKHOLM AND ROYAL CANAL TOUR

After a morning in Örebro, opt to visit the Örebro Castle, located on an island in the middle of the city. Continue the drive towards Mariefred, where you can visit the Gripsholm Royal Castle, located by the lake Mälaren. In the afternoon enjoy the city of Stockholm through a canal tour. The sightseeing boat departs from Strömkajen in the centre of Stockholm. You leave the inner city behind and pass beautiful and famous buildings as you enter the peaceful Djurgården canal. Along the canal, enjoy the view of several historical buildings, museums, and beautiful green areas. (B)

Accommodation
Best Western Kom Hotel
DAY 8
FLY TO THE UK
FLY TO THE UK

Leave Stockholm  behind and return the hire car to the airport  and proceed to check in for the flight home. (B)

Pricing Information

8 day tour, from £1520 per person
(Single person supplement + £655)

Price Includes

  • Return international flights from the UK to Sweden
  • All airport taxes & security charges
  • 7 nights accommodation as per the itinerary
  • Meals as specified by B,L,D (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
  • 8 day car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) including unlimited mileage, partial reduction of excess in case of accident or theft, & local taxes
  • Royal Canal Tour on day 7

Price Excludes

  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Any meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Car hire additional driver, GPS, fuel, road/bridge/ferry tolls
  • Optional excursions

Price Includes

Price Excludes

Price Notes

  • Price is based on two people sharing
  • International flights from the UK are based out of London in economy class. Regional flights are available (supplements may apply)
  • Accommodation may vary from itinerary due to availability. Alternative hotels will be of the same standard and within 60 km of advertised hotel

Tour Route Map


  1. Sweden, Stockholm
  2. Sweden, Linkoping
  3. Sweden, Karlskrona
  4. Sweden, Malmo
  5. Sweden, Gothenburg
  6. Sweden, Orebro
  7. Sweden, Stockholm

Tour Accommodation

Comfort Hotel Gothenburg
Comfort Hotel Gothenburg
Comfort Hotel Gothenburg This hotel is overlooking the Göta Älv River in central Gothenburg, only 350 yards from the Gothenburg Opera House. Guests at Comfort Hotel have free gym and sauna......
Best Western Kom Hotel
Best Western Kom Hotel
Best Western Kom Hotel This central yet quiet hotel offers accommodation with free WiFi and a modern fitness centre. Rådmansgatan Metro Station and the Drottninggatan shopping street are just a......
Quality Ekoxen Hotel
Quality Ekoxen Hotel
Quality Ekoxen Hotel This central Linköping hotel is next to the attractive Trädgårdsföreningen Park. It offers......
Scandic Karlskrona
Scandic Karlskrona
Scandic Karlskrona This hotel is located by the water on Karlskrona’s largest island, Trossö. It offers free WiFi internet and free gym access. All rooms have......
Comfort Malmo Hotel
Comfort Malmo Hotel
Comfort Malmo Hotel Comfort Hotel Malmö is located in the exciting, redeveloped harbour area in Malmö, 200 metres from the Central Station. It offers rooms with flat-screen satellite TVs......
Clarion Orebro
Clarion Orebro
Clarion Orebro Situated in Örebro city centre, Clarion Hotel Örebro offers free WiFi and rooms with a flat-screen cable TV. Köpmangatan pedestrian shopping street is 80 metres away.......

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