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Sweden - Castles and Manor Houses at Leisure
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This tour around the Lake Mälaren area includes many unforgettable moments. The area is famous for its numerous castles and manor houses, many of which are open for visitors. The tour includes accommodation in the heart of Stockholm, Eskilstuna, Västerås and Uppsala areas. Departures: Daily Season
All year. Please note that some countryside museums and activities might only be available between 15th of June until 15th of August. Including in Package
* Return direct flight from Dublin to Stockholm (Subjected to availability)
* Accommodation (simple/comfort/quality)for 6 nights
* Rental car of your choice with unlimited mileage, CDW and VAT for 5 days
* Meet and Greet transfer from Arlanda airport to your accommodation in Stockholm
* Information meeting with our travel consultant
* Map of Sweden and detailed itinerary
* A detailed reference guide with information on roads, history and natural features
* Free use of mobile phone and 100 SEK worth of calls
* 24-hour emergency service
* Transfer to Arlanda airport by Arlanda Express on departure
Excluding in Package
* Taxes
* Meals and drinks at restaurants (unless otherwise stated)
* Transfer from your accommodation to Arlanda Express train station on departure
* Personal travel insurance (from €20 per person) Rental card A VW Polo, Kia Picanto or simiar
B VW Golf, Ford Focus or similar
C Nissan Primera, Scoda Octavia or similar
D VW Passant or simlar
E BMW 520, Audi A6, Saab 9-5 or similar
F Ford Focus, Skoda Fabia or similar (station wagon)
G Volvo V50, Skoda Octavia or similar (station wagon)
H Volvo V70, VW Passant or similar (station wagon)
I VW Caravella or Opel Vivaro or similar (mini bus)
Optional
Your can rent a GPS navigation system for €79 per rental. Contact us for further information. Accommodation Details
We have three different categories for accommodation: budget, comfort and quality.
Budget
Accommodation in budget hotels, farmhouses, guesthouses and youth hostels. Most rooms do not have private facilities, but some of them have washbasins in the rooms. Breakfast is always provided and is included in the price. Bed linen is included in the price, but beds are not always made. In the more remote areas, most places of accommodation offer optional evening meals.
Comfort
Rooms with private shower or bath and WC. These are in comfort hotels or well-appointed guesthouses in the more remote areas. All provide breakfast (included in the price) and many have their own restaurant.
Quality
Rooms with private shower or bath and WC. These are in four-star hotels or the best hotels available at each location. All hotels provide breakfast (included in the price) and have their own restaurant. |
Holiday Details
| Duration |
7 days - Self Drive |
From |
25-12-2007 to 25-12-2008 |
Accomodation
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Budget/Comfort/Quality |
Depart
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Dublin
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Bedroom
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Triple |
Prices From
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€ 499 Per Person (excl. taxes) Based on 3 sharing
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All prices are per person based on 3 adults sharing and are subjected to flight availability.. Prices also available for 1-4 people sharing and children. Please contact Cindy on cstein@gohop.com or phone
+ 353 1 2412320 for more information and availability.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival/Stockholm
The tour starts at Arlanda airport, where you are met and transferred to your accommodation in the heart of Stockholm. If you arrive early, we recommend getting the Stockholm Card, which gives you access to most museums in Stockholm, the Stockholm underground and local buses. Spend the night in Stockholm.
Day 2: Stockholm - Eskilstuna
From Stockholm, you will drive west to Mariefred and explore the 16th-century Gripsholm castle. It is probably the most famous castle in the country, with well-preserved interior from the different epochs, and also houses a large art collection. Drive towards Eskilstuna, past Strängnäs, where you will visit the cathedral and the Grassagården museum. If it is still lunchtime, we can recommend a visit at the Ulvhälls herrgård Manor House, where the specialty is produce from local areas. Stay the night in the Eskilstuna area.
Day 3: Sigurd rock carving, Fiholm Castle and more
Today you have all day to explore the many sights in the area. One of the highlights is the Sigurd rock carving, created 1,000 years ago. At Sundbyholms Castle, you can have lunch or dinner. Visit the unfinished Fiholm Castle, of which only two wings were ever built, and explore Eskilstuna, where you will find the 17th-century Rademacher blacksmith community. Stay the night in the Eskilstuna area.
Day 4: Eskilstuna – Västerås
Start the day by visiting Tidö Castle, which houses the largest toy museum in Sweden. The interior of the baroque Strömsholms Castle is well kept and is famous for its riding school and annual riding competitions. If you want, you can take the detour to Surahammar, a 19th-century town where you can, for example, take a boat tour or go horse riding. Drive to the Västerås area, where you will stay the night.
Day 5: Västerås – Uppsala
Get acquainted with Engsö Castle’s “ghostly” past before heading to Grönsö Castle, where you will find an exhibition and a good castle gift shop. Drive to Uppsala, home of the Uppsala Castle and the Uppsala Cathedral, the largest in Scandinavia—the Skokloster Castle, with its big collection of art and antiques, is well worth a visit. Stay the night in the Uppsala area.
Day 6: Uppsala - Stockholm
Drive at your own pace to Stockholm, to spend the day there, or stop at the Royal Rosersberg Castle and Svartsjö Castle, which are on the way. Spend the night in Stockholm
Day 7: Departure
Transfer from Stockholm by Arlanda Express to Arlanda airport. Passengers departing with the afternoon flight will have time for some last-minute shopping, a perfect way to end your holiday.
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