Discovering Sweden

From Puttgarden, you will take the ferry to Rødby and cross the Øresund bridge (toll) to reach Malmö, a typically Swedish city, surprising and trendy. In the center of the city you will find a pleasant square - Lilla Torget - lined with restaurants and terraces. You will certainly find a nice place to dine here! You will stay at the Elite Plaza Hotel, including breakfast. The hotel is located in an elegant 19th century building on the central Gustav Adolf Square.

Visit one of the city's many art and design museums or take a day trip by bike to one of the many sandy beaches near Malmö. The nearby historic university town of Lund is also worth a visit. If you like to shop for Swedish design and fashion, then Malmö is a great place to go. You will again stay overnight at the Elite Plaza Hotel, including breakfast.

You will continue to the heart of Sweden, where you will stay at the Wallby Säteri: a typical Swedish herrgård (manor house) dating from the 13th century. You will spend two nights here (breakfast included). Enjoy the nearby lake, a sauna session, a walk or a bike ride through the picturesque villages. If you are in the mood for more adventure, you can visit an activity center near the hotel. Here you can go rock climbing, mountain biking and canoeing. There is also a 2100m long zip line in the area. Fans of Fifi Longstocking can have fun at the Astrid Lindgrens Värld amusement park in Vimmerby. The gold mine in Kleva and the village of Eksjö, known for its wooden houses, are also worth a visit. The province of Småland is a wonderful place to enjoy the vastness and charm of Sweden!

Along the beautiful Lake Vättern, you will head for the Swedish capital. Along the way, you can visit Gränna, a charming village where the famous red and white barley sugar, the Polkagris, is made. You will also pass by Omberg and its beautiful viewpoint and the historic town of Vadstena. In the evening you will arrive in Stockholm where you will spend two nights in the Clarion Hotel Sign, located in the center of the city. Stockholm is without a doubt one of the most beautiful capitals in the world. You can walk through Gamla Stan, the charming old town, visit the exciting Vasa Museum or take a cruise through the beautiful archipelago.

Just after the university town of Uppsala, you will head back to the Swedish countryside. You can visit the Falun copper mine, a unique witness to Sweden's industrial history and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will then head to Lake Siljan, in the heart of the Dalarna province, where you will spend the night in the comfortable Green Hotel. The area around this lake is the cultural center of Sweden and is known for its high quality crafts. You will visit the workshop of the Olsson brothers in Nusnäs. The Dalahäst, the typical Dala horse painted in red, is traditionally handmade here. You can visit the charming towns of Mora and Rättvik or take the steamer Gustaf Wasa. This area is ideal for beautiful walks, bike rides or canoeing on the beautiful Lake Siljan.

Optional: overnight stay in a tree house in Näsets Marcusgård

Have you ever dreamed of spending the night in a "luxury tree house"? Take advantage of this opportunity and enhance your stay with this extraordinary experience.

You will leave behind the hilly landscape of central Sweden and head for the Norwegian border. In Särnaheden, you will spend three nights at the Knappgården hotel, half board. The friendly hostess Annika will welcome you with open arms! You will enjoy the pleasant garden with a beautiful view of the surroundings. You can go hiking on mountain paths (various levels of difficulty), enjoy local meals or go fishing in a mountain lake. The nature reserves of Fulufjället, Nipfjället and Grövelsjön are nearby and offer beautiful views. You will also have the opportunity to see elk and reindeer. This area is the southernmost point of the country where Sami people and their reindeer live. Don't hesitate to go and meet the Sami people to learn more about their culture and to have the opportunity to admire the reindeer.

You will head south and drive to Oslo (early departure in Särna or book an extra night in Oslo!) Board the Color Line ferry for an overnight trip to Kiel. Departure at 2 pm.

Arrival in Kiel around 10:00 am. Return to Belgium.