100,000 lakes, forests that cover half the country, snow-capped mountains, wide, grassy plains, a 7000-kilometre long coastline, flat woodlands, countless islands and ultra-urban spaces are contrasts that make Sweden one of the loveliest countries in Europe. Well-known for ABBA, Björn Borg, Ericsson, Saab, Volvo and IKEA, Swedes are a friendly and welcoming tribe.
To get under Swedish skin read Charlotte Rosen Svensson’s ‘Culture Shock! Sweden: A Guide to Customs and Etiquette’, watch works by Ingmar Bergman and listen to the Cardigans.
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Hotels/Packages
Escorted Tours
Rail Travel
Cruises
Sightseeing
Honeymoon
Hotels/Packages
There’s so much to see and experience that it can get quite confusing! To make things easier, here are a host of accommodation options, day tours, excursions and short duration packages that will help you discover hidden treasures and best value deals!
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Escorted Tours
The best and easiest way to see the highlights is on an escorted tour, where all your travel, accommodation and sightseeing arrangements are well taken care of. A knowledgeable local guide brings history and culture to life as you travel in the comfort of your deluxe coach.
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Rail Travel
Trail travel lets you get a taste of local life, besides being convenient, fast and economical. Watch the breathtaking scenery go by, stop at places that take your fancy and travel from city centre to city centre. Rail passes often offer savings on entrance fees to monuments, mountain railway tickets and more.
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Cruises
For sheer luxury and convenience, nothing can beat a cruise holiday. There’s no unpacking and repacking, no hopping from hotel to hotel, no waits at airports. You travel in style in a floating hotel that takes you from one interesting port to another, offers you fine dining and lots of exciting entertainment on board!
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Sightseeing
There’s so many things to do and see that you’ll never have enough time to do them all. Take a look at our recommended sightseeing options, plan your trip around them and enjoy the thrill of discovery!
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Honeymoon
Let’s face it, a honeymoon is a once in a life time event that will leave you with romantic memories to last forever. We offer you some great honeymoon options and experiences that will be truly unforgettable!
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Information
Capital: Stockholm
Official Languages: Swedish
Government: Constitutional monarchy
Currency: Krona
Time Zone: +1:00 GMT (4 ½ hrs behind India)
Telephone Calling Code: 0046
When to Visit
Best time to visit:
Late May to July (summer) and December to March for skiing. The coldest month is February at 0°C and the warmest is July at 17°C. Snow is rare, but it rains all year round.
What to Eat and Drink
If there’s one thing
Swedish cuisine has contributed to culinary vocabulary, it’s the word ‘smörgåsbord’, a buffet-style meal that offers up a variety of dishes, a service offered in Swedish restaurants. Fish, game, potatoes and milk make up staple Swedish fare, mostly in the form of open-faced sandwiches and pastries. Snaps (pronounced schnapps) is a traditional shot of strong alcohol, usually vodka or akvavit.
What to eat and drink
Ärtsoppa: Traditional yellow pea soup
Pytt i panna: Fried potatoes, sausages and onions with beet and a fried egg
Janssons frestelse: Potato casserole made with onion, cream and anchovies
Kåldolmar: Cabbage rolls
Surströmming: Pickled herring with a strong odour. Definitely an acquired taste
Meatballs with lingonberry
Punschrulle: A cylindrical pastry covered with green marzipan and chocolate-covered ends, stuffed with crushed cookies, butter, and coco, flavoured with Punsch liqueur
Local beer: Pripps Blå and Norrlands Guld brands
Vodka: Absolut and Explorer brands
What to Buy
Anything portable from
IKEA, a phone from Ericsson, tennis memorabilia and schnapps.
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