Discover the Royal Swedish Palace and Castle Tour, exploring iconic 17th-century UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Join an expert guide to visit Drottningholm, Wenngarn, and Skokloster, hidden gems full of fascinating stories.
Visit some of Sweden’s most iconic castles on this 8-hour castle tour. Join an expert guide as you explore three castles, all rooted in 1600-1700’s Sweden. Pickup and drop-off at cruise port or hotel are included if within 5km of Stockholm central station.
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Visit Royal Drottningholm, established in 1699, an UNESCO World Heritage site, along with two other castles.
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Wenngarn, once home to Gabriel De La Gardie, one of Sweden’s wealthiest men who died here as a poor noble after the famous reduction.
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Enjoy lunch in Sigtuna, the oldest city in Sweden.
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Skokloster, a castle given as a morning gift to Carl Gustav Wrangel’s wife. This well-preserved museum showcases silver, art, and family drawings. (Note: Skokloster is closed during most of the low season, so a guided tour of Stockholm Castle is included instead during that period.)
These castles are extremely well-preserved, with the last two being lesser-known hidden gems full of fascinating stories.
In all these places, the most famous Swedish nobles of their time visited. Both cruise ship and hotel pickup are included if your hotel or cruise ship is within 5km of Stockholm central station.
Points of Interest
- Sweden History Tours
- Local guide
- Hotel/port drop-off
- Hotel/port pickup
- Professional guide
- Driver/guide
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Embark on an 8-hour journey to explore some of the most celebrated castles in Sweden. A professional guide will accompany you to three castles, each rooted in the 17th and 18th-century Swedish history. The locations include Drottningholm, Wenngarn, and Skokloster (or Stockholm castle if Skokloster is closed). Drottningholm castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Skokloster castle is renowned for its marvelous architectural works with its 17th-century collections preserved to this day. Wenngarn castle was the residence of one of the wealthiest Swedish men during the 17th century. All three castles are impeccably maintained, the last two being lesser-known yet brimming with captivating stories. Many prominent Swedish nobles have graced these regions. Pick-up from the cruise ship and hotels within a 3km radius from the Stockholm central station is included as part of the tour.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
