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Djurgarden in Stockholm

Stockholm - based in one hotel

Explore Sweden's capital by foot

6 Days / 5 Nights
Easy
Djurgarden in Stockholm

Experience the stunning natural spectacle of the archipelago, explore royal castles, and discover charming Swedish small towns, all starting from Stockholm. Sweden offers exciting and dreamy destinations in and around the capital. With a Eurobike based in one hotel tour, you’ll have a base from which to embark on a variety of day excursions. This way, you can enjoy the comfort of a single accommodation without the hassle of daily packing, while still diving into a new cycling adventure every day.

You’ll arrive in Stockholm, and believe us, you definitely won’t be bored! Explore the charming corners of the city, where countless sights await. Your first excursion takes you to the island of Lovön, home to the royal palace of Drottningholm. On your way back, make sure to stop in the trendy neighborhood of Södermalm before setting off the next day toward Vaxholm. Known as the “capital of the archipelago,” a visit to its many small islands is an absolute must.

Make your way to Saltsjöbaden, where you can unwind and enjoy the inviting sea for a refreshing swim. Along the way, you’ll pass the Skogskyrkogården, a serene forest cemetery. As you cycle back to Stockholm, you’ll ride through the park of Erstavik Palace. For the grand finale, get ready to visit the peninsula of Djurgården. Explore the Astrid Lindgren Museum or the amusement park Gröna Lund—it's a day guaranteed to be filled with fun!

  • Stockholm captivates with its picturesque old town, Gamla Stan, and countless museums, including the Vasa Museum. The city spans 14 islands, linked by charming bridges. Explore the trendy neighborhood of Södermalm, filled with stylish cafés and boutiques, visit the Fotografiska Museum for modern photography, and unwind in the tranquility of Rosendals Trädgård on Djurgården.
  • Nature and architecture at Drottningholm Palace: The picturesque bike path winds through lush forests and alongside Lake Mälaren, leading you to the architecturally magnificent 17th-century palace. Delight in the baroque gardens, the unique palace theater, and the Chinese pavilion. The tranquility and beauty of the surroundings, combined with cultural highlights, make Drottningholm an unforgettable experience.
  • The archipelago just outside Stockholm is an idyllic paradise for cyclists, boasting over 30,000 islands and islets that offer picturesque landscapes and unspoiled nature. A particularly charming destination is Vaxholm. Cycle along peaceful coastal roads, explore the historic Vaxholm Castle, and enjoy fresh seafood at cozy harbor cafés.

The city of Stockholm is situated on 14 islands, so during your cycling journey, you’ll always enjoy views of the sea or one of the stunning waters surrounding the archipelago. Cycling is a breeze with the maximum 55-kilometer loops being easy to manage.

Sparkling water, colorful wooden houses, and friendly people are what most of our guests associate with this Scandinavian country. Embark on a cycling journey in Sweden and look forward to stunning nature, a pleasant climate, and delightful cuisine.

Itinerary at a glance

Stockholm is your base for excursions to the archipelago capital Vaxholm, Drottningholm Palace, and the seaside resort of Saltsjöbaden. Explore the capital city and visit the amusement park Gröna Lund or the Astrid Lindgren Museum.

Take your first stroll through Sweden's capital city and explore some og the many sights and tourist attractions.

On the first day, you cycle alongside the Mälaren, the thirs largest lake in Sweden, which then leads you to Lövon island. This island is a World Cultural Heritage site and you will find Drottningholm palace here. This palace is where the Swedish Royal family grew up. Afterwards the bike tour heads back towards the city. You cycle over many bridges which connect different neighbourhoods of the town with each other. You cycle through the old town of Södermalm, which was formerly a working-class area but is now where the hipsters and designers live you are cycling through the old town and Skeppsholmen back to your hotel.

What would be a trip to Stockholm without visiting the impressing skerries? This is exactly why todays stage leds you with the bike to Vaxholm. This idyllic small town describes itself as the capital of skerries and is waiting for you with lots of restaurants, little shops and a fortress from the 16th century. Back to Stockholm you get by a ferry, which approx. takes 1 hour and is not included in the price.

Today’s tour leads you to Skogskyrkogården (woodland cemetery), which according to UNESCO is an outstanding example for the merge of architecture and landscape. Learn more about the cemetery in the visitor centre, or book a guided tour (not included). Your goal is the idyllic bathing village of Saltsjöbaden before you return to Stockholm.

You cycle to a peninsula, called Djurgården and you pass the Astrid-Lindgren Museum Junibacken and the Vasa Museum. The historical district of Djurgårdstaden is situated behind the amusement park called Gröna Lund. Wherever you look you see falun red houses! You cycle past an open-air museum called Skansen as well as Prince Eugen’s Waldemarsudde and then you continue towards the waterside. From the water’s edge, you get a good view of the harbour entrance and the boats. You then arrive at the southern side of the Djurgårdens. The bike tour continues from Blockhushudden via Djurgårdens northern foothills before you then cycle back.

To get to know Stockholms at its best with the bike - it is possible to reserve a three hours guided bike tours through the city exploring Stockholm of his most beautiful side.

difficulty level

Easy

You cycle on well-signposted bike and gravel paths as well as side roads with little traffic. Coarse gravel and easier road conditions can also be expected in some areas. Short stretches on roads with more traffic. Flat to slightly hilly route.

Prices & Dates

Prices per person in EUR

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Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accomodation in 4 star hotels
  • Breakfast
  • Best developed route
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (EN, GE)
  • App for navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline 

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Stockholm central train station
  • Stockholm Arlanda or Bromma airport
  • Hotel parking garage, costs approx SEK 310 per day

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price!
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
  • This tour is a partner tour.

Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of €20 per room.

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