Description
Enchanting Sweden Road Trip – From Royal Castles to Coastal
Wonders
Day wise travel itinerary
Arrive at Stockholm Arlanda Airport, collect your rental car, and make your way to Stockholm’s picturesque city center. After check-in, begin exploring this elegant Nordic capital — stroll down Drottninggatan, filled with shops and cafés, and wander through Gamla Stan (Old Town), where cobblestone streets lead to the Royal Palace, parliament, and centuries-old churches.
Overnight in Stockholm.
Driving distance: 40 km / 25 miles | Duration: ~40 mins
Begin your road trip southward. Visit the scenic Tullgarn Palace Park, perfect for a peaceful stroll, then stop in Trosa, a picture-perfect Swedish town by the sea. Continue to Linköping to explore Old Linköping, an open-air museum recreating 19th-century Swedish life. Your day ends in Vadstena, home to the elegant Vadstena Castle on the shores of Lake Vättern — one of the best-preserved Renaissance fortresses in Sweden.
Overnight in Vadstena.
Driving distance: 267 km / 166 miles | Duration: ~3 hrs
Follow the scenic route along Lake Vättern to Gränna, famous as the birthplace of the red-and-white candy cane (“Polkagris”). Visit a traditional candy workshop before driving through the lush forests of Småland to Kalmar, known for its historic center and the magnificent Kalmar Castle, dating back more than 800 years. Explore the Kingdom of Crystal (Glasriket) en route, where artisans handcraft exquisite glassworks in over 50 studios.
Overnight in Kalmar.
Driving distance: 309 km / 192 miles | Duration: ~4 hrs
Cross the bridge to Öland, an island paradise with sandy beaches, wild nature, and royal heritage. Visit Borgholm Castle, Solliden Palace — the royal family’s summer residence — and Stora Alvaret, a UNESCO-listed limestone plateau known for its unique ecology and ancient ruins. Relax, unwind, and soak in the coastal views before returning to Kalmar.
Overnight in Kalmar.
Driving distance: 141 km / 88 miles | Duration: ~2 hrs 20 mins
Journey along Sweden’s sun-drenched Blekinge and Skåne coasts. Stop in Karlskrona, a naval city and UNESCO World Heritage Site, before heading to Simrishamn, a charming harbor town, and the medieval Glimmengehus Fortress. Enjoy the coastal beauty as you reach Ystad, a seaside gem with cobblestone streets and half-timbered houses.
Overnight in Ystad.
Driving distance: 290 km / 180 miles | Duration: ~4 hrs
Begin your day at Smygehuk, Sweden’s southernmost point, dotted with cafés and coastal viewpoints. Continue along the Falsterbo Peninsula, visiting Skanör and Falsterbo, both known for their white sand beaches and birdlife. Head north to Helsingborg, where the elegant Sofiero Palace & Gardens offers breathtaking floral displays. End the day in Halmstad, famous for its beaches and Picasso’s Head of a Woman sculpture.
Overnight in Halmstad.
Driving distance: 219 km / 136 miles | Duration: ~3 hrs
Drive north along the coast to Gothenburg, Sweden’s second-largest city. Stroll along Avenyn, the city’s main boulevard lined with shops and restaurants. Visit the Feskekôrka (Fish Market), Liseberg Amusement Park, and Gothenburg Museum of Art. Conclude your day with a cozy Fika (coffee break) in the charming district of Haga.
Overnight in Gothenburg.
Driving distance: 144 km / 90 miles | Duration: ~1 hr 40 mins
En route to Örebro, stop at Lake Vänern in Sjötorp to admire the Göta Canal, a remarkable 19th-century waterway. In Örebro, explore the 14th-century Örebro Castle and the Wadköping Open-Air Museum, featuring historic Swedish houses. Stroll through Slottsparken, a serene park of streams and walking trails.
Overnight in Örebro.
Driving distance: 292 km / 181 miles | Duration: ~3.5 hrs
Drive back toward Stockholm, stopping in Eskilstuna to visit Rademachersmedjorna, a museum showcasing traditional blacksmithing. Then, continue to Gripsholm Castle, a majestic red-brick fortress on Lake Mälaren. Arrive in Stockholm by evening and spend your last night enjoying the capital’s nightlife or harbor views.
Overnight in Stockholm.
Driving distance: 197 km / 122 miles | Duration: ~2 hrs 15 mins
Enjoy your final Scandinavian breakfast before checking out. Depending on your flight, you might visit the Vasa Museum, Skansen Open-Air Museum, or enjoy some last-minute shopping on Biblioteksgatan. Drive to Arlanda Airport, return your car, and bid farewell to the beauty of Sweden.
Important Notes
Payment Policy
- 50% advance payment required at the time of booking.
- Remaining balance must be paid 15 days prior to departure.
Cancellation Policy
- 30+ days before departure: 25% of the package cost.
- 15–29 days before departure: 50% of the package cost.
- Less than 15 days: 100% of the package cost.
- No refund for unused services or last-minute cancellations.