Top 8 Full-Day Tours in Sweden

1.Stockholm Viking History Full Day Tour to Sigtuna + Uppsala

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 218 reviews · from $266Our pick

Spend 8 to 9 hours tracing Sweden’s Viking past with an English-speaking guide such as Åsa, Calle, Olof, or Gabriel. Visit Broby Bridge, Jarlabanke’s Bridge, Arkil Assembly site, Sigtuna, Uppsala Cathedral, and Old Uppsala. Hotel pickup, transport, and a lunch stop are included, but food and entry fees are extra.

“It was very nice. Our guide Gabriel was very knowledgeable. I learned a lot about Viking culture and rune stones. It was fascinating.”

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2.Full-Day Stockholm Archipelago Sailing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 90 reviews · 8 hours · from $372

Spend eight hours aboard a comfortable yacht exploring Stockholm’s outer islands from Vaxholm. Your English-speaking captain may let you steer, serves lunch and snacks, and stops for swimming when conditions allow. The group is limited to 10, children must be 12 or older, and you should bring warm layers, sun protection, and rubber-soled shoes.

“Overall was amazing! Even if the weather wasn't great at first, we enjoyed every second of the ride! The food was also great! Thank you for this amazing journey!”

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3.Full-Day Archipelago Kayaking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 89 reviews · from $203

Meet The Green Trails at its central Stockholm office, then ride by minivan to the archipelago for a full day of guided kayaking. You’ll learn the basics, paddle among rugged islands, eat lunch ashore, hike to viewpoints, swim or cliff jump, and finish with Swedish fika. Guides such as Malou, Stevie, Tigho, Viktor, and Pierre have led recent outings.

“Magic learned a lot real feel good day. Instructors very good”

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4.Full-Day Reindeer Tour with Pickup in Kiruna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $309Top rated

Join Sámi guides Frederik and Peter for a small-group day near Kiruna. Feed a large reindeer herd, enter the pens, learn about Sámi life, drive a reindeer sled for about one kilometer, and eat lunch in a traditional tent. Warm clothing is available, and pickup is arranged from a selected Kiruna meeting point.

“Absolutely fantastic guide who explained in detail their way of living. Tasty food and a lovely Reindeer slide ride. Perfect day from a to z”

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5.Full Day Viking Tour with Fika Swedish Coffee Break

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 81 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $241

Spend about 10 hours tracing Sweden’s Viking and early Christian past with an English-speaking guide, usually Urban. Visit runestones, an ancient assembly site, Sigtuna, Old Uppsala, and Uppsala Cathedral, with a fika break at Granby Farm. Expect a history-focused day, short walks, and up to 17 people in the minibus.

“Urban was a great tour guide and we had a fun group. Sad that we didn't make it to the farm but things happen that can't be helped. An awesome day!”

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6.Winter Snowshoe Full-Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 57 reviews · from $176Best value

Spend about seven hours exploring snowy forests and frozen lakes outside Stockholm with a guide such as Tigo, Eric, or George. You’ll learn snowshoe technique, Swedish wildlife, and outdoor skills, then cook and eat an organic lunch by a campfire. Snow conditions may mean using ice grips instead.

“BOOK THIS TRIP REGARDLESS OF SNOW!! Being from Australia, we were initially disappointed to not get snow for our tour, but it turned out to be a highlight of our trip regardless! We saw unique and beautiful landscapes, pestered our patient and magnificent guide with many questions, ate delicious Fika, and learned many new skills. We went with a 9 year old and she had an absolute blast.”

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7.Full Day Archipelago Sailing Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 57 reviews · from $344

Meet Green Trails in central Stockholm, then ride to Nynäshamn for a hands-on sailing day aboard a Scampi 30 or Compis 28. Your English-speaking skipper, including Peter or Sofia on some departures, lets you steer, handle sails, swim, hike, and eat lunch in a sheltered island bay. Groups are limited to eight.

“Great sailing, good weather Nice group Very good captain.”

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8.Full-Day Trip to Malmö by Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · from $270

Take a private train trip from Copenhagen to Malmö with a Danish or English-speaking guide. Walk through Gamla Väster, Stortorget, St. Peter’s Church, Malmö Castle, and the canals, then pause for coffee and a Swedish pastry. The $270 price includes train tickets, a drink, and coffee, with a two-course Swedish lunch available as an option.

“We had an amazing time with Grazi again! She took us around depending on our needs (a lot of it was shopping). But also to the most important sights of Malmo. She made sure we were all taken care of, and got home safely. She went above and beyond, when our group decided to split into 2! We appreciated her presence and couldn’t have asked for a better guide.”

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