Stockholm and Sandhamn Island

Sandhamn is a beautiful island, just one of many which

make up the magnificent Stockholm Archipelago.

Although usually referred to as Sandhamn, the island is in fact called Sandön and Sandhamn is the name of the port at the northern end of the island. However, Sandhamn is the name most people are familiar with, not least due to the author, Stieg Larsson, choosing to feature the island as the main 'getaway' for his character, Mikael Blomkvist, in the Millennium Series of books!

The island has a lovely harbour which has been popular with seafarers since the 18th century and attracts large numbers of yachts of all shapes and sizes to its popular regattas. There is also a picturesque village centre which is a haven of narrow alleyways, winding streets and overgrown verandahs and is home to numerous cosy bars, some of which offer the opportunity to join an 'after sail' get together as the sun goes down.

For those who choose to spend their time on the water, there are a number of water based activities including RIB boat safaris, sea kayaking, fishing and boat rental plus the island also has several beautiful long, sandy beaches perfect for a relaxing day in the sun with a picnic. In addition, our featured hotel, Seglarhotellet, has a magnificent spa with a broad selection of relaxing treatments guaranteed to relax both the body and mind.

Stockholm is Sweden's beautiful capital city with lots to see, do and experience.

 

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Day 1

Arrive Stockholm Airport. Take the Arlanda Express train to Stockholm Central Railway station (not included). Short walk to your hotel.

1 night STOCKHOLM - Clarion Hotel Sign (BB)

Day 2

Taxi to the quay at Strandvägen for your norming departure by Cinderella boat into the archipelago. The journey takes 2¼ hours and travels via the picturesque islands of Vaxholm, Grinda and Gällnö.

4 nights SANDHAMN - Seglarhotellet (BB)

Day 6

Afternoon departure by Cinderella boat retracing your boat journey back to Stockholm.

1 night STOCKHOLM - Clarion Hotel Sign (BB)

Day 7

Transfer via Arlanda Express train to Stockholm Arlanda Airport for return flights to the UK.

Departure Day:  Daily from London Heathrow
Departure Dates:  7 May - 21 September 2012
Duration:  6 nights

N. B.  Alternative departure for airports available.

Activities in Sandhamn

Island Walks
The Tourist Information office and hotel reception have walking maps of the island. Sandön is an island of sand and offers a range of lovely beaches. Enjoy the sun, swim in the sea or have a lovely picnic in the sunset.

Beaches
Sandön’s best known beach is Trouville, situated in the southeastern part of the island and just 15 minutes walk through the forest across the island. Fläskberget is a smaller sandy beach located next to the western part of the village and just a short walk. Skärkarlshamn is located 5 minutes walk east; from this beach you can see the island of Grönskär.  Lökholmen offers great cliffs from which you can swim.

Picnics!
At Sandhamn there are many idyllic places for a picnic. Most of them offer a grand view over the open sea and the wide horizon. Buy your picnic basket at Seglarhotellet’s summer cafe, Sandhamn’s bakery, Westerbergs Livs or at Sandhamn’s Deli.

Mountain Bike Rental
Explore the island by bike, taking a picnic with you. Price: SEK200 per bike per day.

Kayak Rental
Enjoy the silence, gliding across the water in the beautiful archipelago. Rent a one-man or two-man kayak. Prices: ½ day, 1 man SEK300, double SEK400. Full day single SEK350, double SEK450. 3 days single SEK850, double SEK1150.

For further information visit http://en.sandhamnsguiderna.com/

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Wildlife Safari with Stockholm Adventures

Description:  In Stockholm there isn't just natural forest vegetation but also wild animals close to the city. Reserve an evening for a comfortable tour out into the beautiful and historical Swedish landscape. Here you have the chance to meet the true forest inhabitants, elk, deer and wild pigs as well as a rich birdlife, at an excitingly close range. Expert guides show and help interpret the animals, nature and the rich history the nearby buildings evoke. They know where the kings of the forest, the elks usually wander at dusk to graze and search for water. This tour navigates through rural landscapes, meadows, pastures and hillsides, with typical red cottages and well-preserved, classic manor houses. From here developed the nation of Sweden, here lived the Vikings who raised their runestones – many of them are still standing. You travel in small, comfortable buses, departing from Stockholm city. Included are refreshments and snacks at sunset.
Operates:  Thursday - Monday, 31 May - 27 August. No tours 22 and 23 June.
Duration:  3-4 hours, depending a little on what the animals do.
Departure Point:  Scandic Sergel Plaza Hotel, meeting time 15 minutes prior to departure.
Departure Times:   31 May - 16 July = 2030; 19 July - 6 August = 2000; 9 - 13 August = 1930 and 16 - 27 August = 1900.
Price:  £59 per adult, students and children under 16 years £35. Recommended minimum age 12

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