Swedish Midsummer: A Magical Celebration

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Availability : June 16 - 25, 2023

Swedish Midsummer

A Magical Celebration

Highlights Include:

  • Begin in Copenhagen and Southern Sweden
  • Blow your own glass at the Kosta Boda glass factory
  • Dine on traditional Swedish dishes
  • Celebrate Midsummer in the province of Dalarna
  • Explore Stockholm with optional tours

Photo: Per Bifrost/imagebank.sweden.se

Tour Details

From: $6,668 per person | single supplement $502

Price includes transatlantic airfare from Minneapolis/St. Paul (please inquire for pricing from your US departure city)

10 days

Tour Dates:    June 16 – 25, 2023

Apart from Christmas, Midsummer is the most important holiday in the Swedish calendar. For some, Midsummer is THE most important. The celebration involves flowers in your hair, dancing around the Maypole, singing songs, and devouring delicious Swedish food including pickled herring served with wonderful new potatoes, chives, and sour cream.

Now you can participate in this magical Swedish tradition! Join one of our Scandinavia Specialists on our Signature Journey to experience the summer solstice in Sweden. In addition to the Midsummer festivities, we’ve incorporated sightseeing and activities in the Kingdom of Crystal, the Swedish countryside, and of course, Sweden’s delightful capital, Stockholm! The hotels we’ve selected in Sweden are all unique, with historical or cultural significance, and you’ll enjoy Swedish culinary traditions throughout the journey.

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This is a Borton Overseas Signature Journey – a premier, small-group tour hosted by our Destination Specialists.

Friday, June 16 Departure from US

A Borton Overseas Specialist will accompany the group on its departure from Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. Borton Overseas can assist with arrangements for departures from other US locations – please inquire!

Saturday, June 17 Arrive Copenhagen, Denmark | Meals: D

Arrive in Copenhagen and proceed to our hotel after a short city tour. Tonight, get to know your tour companions at a welcome dinner. Overnight at Scandic Palace Hotel

Sunday, June 18 Copenhagen to the Kingdom of Crystal | Meals: B D

Traveling by private motor coach from Denmark, we will cross the magnificent Øresund Bridge which spans the Øresund Sound that separates Denmark and Sweden. Entering Sweden, we will have the opportunity to appreciate the idyllic countryside as we journey to the village of Kosta, located in the ‘Kingdom of Crystal’, Sweden’s glass district. This afternoon you will have a chance to blow your own glass item, visit the glass museum, and do some shopping. Dinner will be enjoyed at the hotel this evening. Overnight at Kosta Art Hotel

Monday, June 19 Kosta to Vadstena | Meals: B D

This morning you will have time to relax with breakfast, and perhaps partake in the hotel spa, use the other hotel amenities, or explore on your own. This afternoon on our way to Vadstena, there will be an independent lunch break in Jönköping before a visit to a peppermint factory in Gränna. Continue on to the lovely accommodation in Vadstena for dinner.Overnight at Vadstena Klosterhotel

Tuesday, June 20Vadstena to Stockholm | Meals: B D

From Vadstena we will venture to the capital of Sweden, Stockholm. Upon arrival in Stockholm we’ll enjoy a three-hour tour of the city, followed by dinner at the hotel. Overnight at Clarion Hotel Sign, Stockholm

Wednesday, June 21Exploring Stockholm | Meals: B

Enjoy the day at leisure in Stockholm, or book one of the following optional excursions:

Archipelago Tour | Tour duration: 2.5 hours, $43 per person
This is the perfect trip if you are looking to experience the untouched nature of our unique archipelago in a short time. On board our guide will tell you all about what’s typical about the Stockholm archipelago in a very inspiring way, making the journey a beautiful and informative outing.

Royal Canal Tour | Tour duration: 50 minutes, $35 per person
This canal tour takes sailing you through the beautiful Djurgården Canal, known for its great views of the royal gardens and historic buildings and museums on the island Djurgården. The on board guide will be sharing information about the canal, Djurgården itself, Stockholm, and more on this 50 minute cruise. There is a bar on board for drinks and other refreshments to enjoy on your journey.

Under the Bridges of Stockholm | Tour duration: 2.25 hours, $45 per person
See fabulous Stockholm from the water! Travel under fifteen bridges and through two locks connecting the Baltic Sea and Lake Mälaren while viewing many of the top attractions of Stockholm such as the inner city, the Old Town, the islands Södermalm, Lilla and Stora Essingen, the new area Hammarby Sjöstad and the green areas of Djurgården.

Hop on Hop off Bus | Tour duration: 24 hours from first use, $46 per person
Explore Stockholm using a Hop On Hop Off bus pass. Going at your own pace you are able to make your way to the most important parts of Stockholm like Skeppsholmen Island, Vasa Museum, the Royal Palace, Skansen Open Air Museum, and more. There are 25 stops in all and taking a ride all the way around takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Overnight at Clarion Hotel Sign

Thursday, June 22Stockholm - Sundborn - Dalarna | Meals: B L D

Today after breakfast we will travel to Dalarna, where we’ll celebrate Midsummer. On the way we will enjoy lunch at and tour Carl Larsson’s home in Sundborn. One of Sweden’s most famous painters, Larsson used this charming home, along with his family, as the inspiration for much of his art. Upon arrival at our hotel in Dalarna, you’ll have the opportunity to start the festivities by helping to collect flowers for the Maypole. Otherwise the evening is at leisure prior to dinner provided at the hotel. Overnight at Åkerblads Hotell, Tällberg

Friday, June 23 Midsummer's Eve | Meals: B L D

You are welcome today after breakfast to help with the final decorations of the Maypole. For lunch, a Midsummer smorgasbord will be served prior to the Maypole being raised.

At 3:00pm the beautiful Maypole will be raised in the main garden of the hotel, accompanied by traditional folk music and dance around the Maypole. In the evening, Tällberg village’s own Maypole will be raised, and we will enjoy a 4-course Midsummer menu for dinner. Overnight at Åkerblads Hotell

Saturday, June 24 Midsummer Day | Meals: B D

Today after a hotel breakfast the traditional midsummer festivities continue around Tällberg village and the region of Lake Siljan. You will have the day at leisure to explore the town and festivities as you desire. A farewell dinner will be provided at the hotel this evening. Overnight at Åkerblads Hotell

Sunday, June 25 Depart Sweden for the US | Meals: B

After breakfast, we will transfer to Stockholm’s Arlanda airport for check-in for our afternoon departure flight for the US, via Reykjavik – Or extend your stay in Scandinavia!

Included
  • Roundtrip transatlantic air in Economy Class from Minneapolis/St. Paul to Copenhagen, returning from Stockholm, including air taxes and fuel surcharges and one checked bag
  • One night accommodation at Copenhagen hotel, Standard Room
  • Private motor coach transportation from arrival Copenhagen until arrival Stockholm
  • Individual glass blowing of an item to keep, instruction, and entrance to the glass museum at Kosta Boda
  • One night accommodation at Kosta Art Hotel in Kosta, Standard Room
  • One night accommodation Vadstena Klosterhotel in Vadstena, Standard Room
  • Two nights’ accommodation at Stockholm hotel, Standard Room
  • Three-hour guided city tour of Stockholm
  • Private coach transfer from Stockholm to Tällberg
  • Guided tour of Carl Larsson’s home at Sundborn
  • Three nights’ accommodation at Tällberg hotel in Dalarna, Standard Room, including Midsummer Festivities according to itinerary
  • Private coach transfer from Tällberg to Stockholm Airport
  • Meals as indicated in itinerary (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner)
  • Assistance of Borton Overseas staff member throughout itinerary
Not Included
  • Additional airline fees, such as meals, seat reservations, extra luggage costs
  • Travel insurance, highly recommended
  • Fees for passports
  • Transfers, sightseeing, activities, meals, and beverages not specified
  • Luggage handling at airports or hotels
  • Guide gratuities (if applicable)
  • Items of a personal nature such as laundry, spa services, internet, phone, etc.
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