Exploring Sweden and the Arctic Circle

Sweden is home to an astounding array of landscapes. Some of the nicest people on the planet live in Sweden, and new visitors will find it an inspiring holiday destination for everyone from the aspiring nomad to the ABBA fan to the foodie searching for Arctic Circle delights.

Get on down to Stockholm

Sweden’s capital city, Stockholm, is a beautiful cluster of islands working to attract you like rare jewels. With long summer days of sunshine, a holiday in Stockholm will ensure you pack plenty into your day.

Get your culture fix

No trip to Stockholm would be complete without a visit to the ABBA museum, opening in early 2013. See how the pop supergroup took hold of the world in their glitzy stage costumes. Flares optional.

If you want to get out on the water, take the Under the Bridges of Stockholm tour, a two-hour boat ride getting you up close to 15 of Stockholm’s bridges and the saffron and terracotta-toned architecture of the city.

Don’t miss the Vasa Museum for an incredible up-close tour of a 17th century ship, and City Hall’s famous Blue Hall, where the annual Nobel Prize banquet takes place.

Eat and drink in Stockholm

Stockholm is proud to call itself the Capital of Scandinavia when it comes to the best dining and offers some of Europe’s most dynamic dining options.

You’ll be hungry after all that culture spotting, so why not head to the Nystekt Strömmingvagnen for brunch on the move? This herring wagon in Södermalm Square has been supplying fresh fish for over 20 years.

Fredsgatan 12 (F12) is a popular fine-dining choice by the water, dishing up innovative, international cuisine with unique flavour combinations all in a sexy, relaxed setting.

Alternatively, Mathias Dahlgren uses Swedish ingredients in the Grand Hôtel and provides guests with sensational views across to the Royal Palace.

Take a snowmobile safari in the Arctic Circle

Our specialist agents at Concierge Traveller can help tailor a special, exciting snowmobile safari in the Arctic wilderness, including a stay in a mountain lodge, a spot of ice fishing, lunch and dinner in a Sami tipi. Don’t forget your swimmers – there’s usually a hot tub and sauna to warm you up after your adventure.

Take the Arctic Circle train

There are two daily Arctic Circle train services between Kiruna and Narvik, and both take around three hours.

Stop along the way and admire the scenery in Abisko National Park, strap on the skis at the Björkliden ski resort, test out your new holiday camera in the Riksgränsen mountain range, or ask our specialist holiday tour operators to arrange a helicopter flight.

If you want to explore Sweden and the Arctic Circle, remember the winner takes it all. Ask our team of specially trained travel advisors to help you arrange your holiday today.