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What to expect

Stockholm Guided Tour

Stockholm Guided Tour

Vasa Museum, Djurgården & more

Gamla Stan

Gamla Stan

Wander its maze of cobbled streets

Drottningholm Palace

Drottningholm Palace

Discover the Versailles of the North

Free Time

Free Time

Explore the sights at your own pace

About this trip...

Widely regarded as one of Europe’s most beautiful capitals, Stockholm is idyllically spread across 14 islands, where freshwater meets the Baltic Sea. This city break offers the perfect blend of culture, history and relaxed exploration. Stroll through the charming streets of Gamla Stan, where colourful façades, cobbled alleys and historic landmarks create a true storybook setting. Discover world-class attractions like the Vasa Museum, home to a remarkably well-preserved 17th-century warship, and enjoy the city’s seamless mix of heritage and modern innovation. For a change of pace, enjoy a scenic cruise across Lake Mälaren to the elegant Drottningholm Palace, a UNESCO-listed royal residence surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. With its compact, walkable layout, welcoming atmosphere and stunning waterfront views, Stockholm is an ideal destination for solo travellers seeking both discovery and relaxation.

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What's included?

  • Return flights & transfers
  • Airport taxes & charges
  • Double/twin room for sole use
  • Breakfast daily, welcome and farewell dinner
  • Welcome drink
  • Guided tour of Stockholm
  • Entrance to the Vasa Museum
  • Return boat trip to Drottningholm
  • Entrance to Drottningholm Palace
  • Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
  • Fully Financially Protected

Itinerary

  • Arrive in Stockholm
  • Tour of Stockholm
  • Drottningholm Palace
  • Departure from Stockholm

What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrive in Stockholm

Day One: Arrive in Stockholm

Today we arrive in Stockholm and transfer to our hotel. We spend the afternoon at leisure exploring the medieval city centre before gathering for our welcome dinner.

 

  • Dinner included
Day Two: Coach Tour & Free Time in Stockholm

Day Two: Coach Tour & Free Time in Stockholm

After breakfast, our local guide will take us on a coach tour of the capital’s most iconic sights. Highlights include the museum island of Djurgården, home to the world-famous Vasa Museum; the breathtaking panoramic views from Fjällgatan; the historic Crown Church; and the charming old town of Gamla Stan, with its cobbled streets and beautifully restored buildings. City Hall, with its magnificent Golden Hall—venue of the Nobel Prize banquet—is spectacularly located on the waterfront. From here, we can enjoy stunning views across the city, including the old town and the islands of Riddarholmen and Gamla Stan. The afternoon is ours to enjoy at leisure. 

  • Breakfast included
Day Three: Drottningholm Palace

Day Three: Drottningholm Palace

In the morning, we can enjoy some free time to explore the city at our own pace. Alternatively, you may choose to join an optional excursion such as a scenic boat tour through Stockholm’s stunning archipelago (additional cost). In the afternoon, our local guide will meet us for an excursion to the magnificent Drottningholm Palace. From City Hall, we will board a historic vessel for a relaxing one-hour cruise across Lake Mälaren. Along the way, we’ll pass a fascinating mix of old and modern architecture, as well as picturesque waterfronts and city beaches, before arriving on the island of Lovön.

Drottningholm Palace, the residence of the Swedish royal family, is beautifully set between the lake and expansive Renaissance-style gardens. Often described as the “Versailles of the North”, it is Sweden’s best-preserved royal palace and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The grounds are just as impressive as the palace itself—stroll along tree-lined avenues, admire ornate fountains and statues, or wander into the quieter English-style park with its natural feel and sweeping views. In the evening, we’ll enjoy a farewell dinner at the hotel.

 

  • Breakfast & dinner included
Day Four: Departure day

Day Four: Departure day

We have our final breakfast as a group this morning before heading back to the airport for our flight home.


  • Breakfast included

Accommodation

Clarion Hotel Amaranten

The Clarion Hotel Amaranten is a stylish four-star hotel centrally located on Stockholm’s tranquil Kungsholmen Island, just a short walk from City Hall and the main train station. Combining retro-modern Scandinavian design with contemporary comforts, the hotel provides a peaceful base while keeping Stockholm’s top attractions within easy reach.

Facilities include:
On-site restaurant and bar, and wellness facilities including a gym and sauna.
Room includes:
Wi-Fi, TV, minibar, iron, ironing board and hairdryer.

Dates & Prices

Departure Return Nights Price from Other Info Regional flights
6 Aug 2027 9 Aug 2027 3
£1599
  Please call for regional flights

Essential Information

Transfer Time
The transfer from Stockholm Arlanda airport to the hotel is approximately 40 minutes.
More to Explore
You may wish to take an optional excursion during the course of your stay. Full details will be given at the Information Meeting. Your Tour Leader will help arrange these for you but may not necessarily accompany you. Please note:- Optional excursions are not guaranteed and are based on minimum numbers. The prices quoted are guideline only and may involve other non-Solos travelers. 

Archipelago Boat Tour 
Discover Stockholm from the water on this scenic 2.5-hour cruise through the beautiful Stockholm Archipelago. Departing from the city center, you’ll pass historic waterfront buildings before heading out towards a landscape of tranquil islands and open sea.

The archipelago is made up of thousands of islands, each with its own charm. Along the way, you’ll see traditional wooden houses, small fishing communities and untouched nature.

A knowledgeable guide provides engaging commentary, offering insight into Stockholm’s history and the importance of the archipelago to local culture. This boat tour is an ideal way to discover Stockholm from a different perspective – combining scenic views, cultural highlights and the serene atmosphere of one of the world’s most beautiful archipelagos.

430 SEK per person

 


Dress Code
The dress code for during the day is casual. In the evenings the dress code is smart casual. Comfortable shoes for walking and sightseeing are recommended.
Gratuities

There is often confusion on the question of gratuities, since it frequently depends on the type of holiday, location and, of course, your attitude towards tipping, as to what is normally expected. To give you a rough idea, we have given appropriate guidance below.

Your Tour Leader will be on hand to offer advice or suggestions if required but gratuities are offered entirely at the sole discretion of the individual. We suggest a group collection at the beginning of your holiday to cover drivers, guides, porters, and hotel staff of approximately 250SEK per person. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it, accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip.

Passport, Visa & Entry Requirements

Passport validity requirements

Sweden follows Schengen area rules. Your passport must:
  • have a ‘date of issue’ less than 10 years before the date you arrive – if you renewed your passport before 1 October 2018, it may have a date of issue that is more than 10 years ago
  • have an ‘expiry date’ at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave the Schengen area

Visa requirements

You can travel without a visa to the Schengen area, which includes Sweden, for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. This applies if you travel:
  • as a tourist
  • to visit family or friends
  • to attend business meetings, cultural or sports events
  • for short-term studies or training
From the 12th October 2025 the EU is introducing a new European Entry System (EES) that will be phased in and fully operational by the 10th April 2026. Non-EU nationals including British passport holders will now be required to complete biometric checks on arrival and exit to Schengen countries, which will include facial recognition and fingerprints. There is no cost for this, and no action needs to be taken prior to departure. 
Health Requirements
Compulsory vaccinations: none.  
Currency
Swedish krona SEK
Important Information
You will need a reasonable level of fitness for the walking tours. Due to the nature of the old towns, there will be cobbled streets and uneven ground.

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