Adventure Holidays - Canoeing Sweden's Sörmland Lakes

Canoeing Sweden's Sörmland Lakes

Sweden

Canoeing Sweden's Sörmland Lakes

From £829 P/P

Enjoy an overnight stop in Stockholm before heading by steamboat to the province of Sörmland with its 2,800 islands, islets and skerries and numerous castles and manor houses. Spend 3 days canoeing, first through the dramatic Marivken lake system, bordered by 50m high cliffs, before continuing to Lake Klämmingen where many small beaches line the lakeshore. Reach Trosaån River and continue to the charming seaside village of Trosa which you have time to enjoy before returning for a final night in Stockholm.

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Itinerary
Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Stockholm

Stockholm is a vibrant city with a wealth of attractions to enjoy, so time permitting, take your pick from a wander around the cobbled streets of Gamla Stan, the medieval old town; take a boat trip to discover more of the city's 14 islands and 57 bridges! Or for some pop culture head to the ABBA museum!

Accommodation: Stockholm

Meals: None

Day 2: Stockholm to Mariefred

Today starts with a journey by steamboat across the mighty Lake Mälaren to the charming village of Mariefred. You'll have time to explore the village, founded in 1605 and famed for its narrow, winding streets and colourful, wooden houses as well as being home to one of the most important and magnificent castles in the region, Gripsholm Castle. It's also possible to take the steam train to Taxinge Manor House where they are famed for their remarkable display of cakes. Catch the steam train back to Mariefred.

Accommodation: Mariefred

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Mariefred to Lake Klämmingen

A transfer takes you to Åkers Styckebruk where you start your canoe trip. You will be met, provided with your canoes and given an introduction to the canoe before heading off on your own. Paddle gently down Lake Marviken to Laxne enjoying the marvellous scenery on the way. The area is of geological interest - the mountain split in two and as a result Lake Marviken is bordered by 50 metre high cliffs. Take time to enjoy a picnic lunch looking out over the beautiful lake before continuing on your way. The lake widens into the beautiful Lake Klämmingen where you can take advantage of the clean, fresh water stopping at one of the many small beaches lining the lakeshore. Enjoy the peace and tranquility as you float along, listening to the birds and softly lapping waves before arriving at your overnight camping stop.

Accommodation: Lake Klämmingen

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Paddling distance: 13km

Lifts: 4 (40m, 50m, 20m & 300m)

Day 4: Lake Klämmingen to Gnesta

Your canoe journey continues down Lake Klämmingen, take time to stop at some more of the beaches to enjoy a swim and soak up the summer sun. Join Lake Frösjön and pass by the impressive Södertuna Manor House. A morning of canoeing in the fresh air will ensure you enjoy a stop at Gnesta for a rest and a well deserved lunch. Paddle down the narrow Sigtuna canal that opens out in your final lake - Lake Sillen. Another beautiful lake, you can appreciate its solitude and scenery as you paddle to your accommodation for the night, an impressive manor house located on its shore at Mälby on the outskirts of Gnesta.

Accommodation: Gnesta

Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Paddling distance: 17km

Lifts: 1 (900m)

Day 5: Gnesta to Trosa

From Mälby, you'll take to the water one final time and paddle down Lake Sillen to the small and secluded beach at Sille. As you leave the lake behind and join the Trosaån river the scenery changes. Your destination today is Trosa, a charming town that is visited by many Stockholmers in the summer months because of its unique location surrounded by both open landscape and a marvellous archipelago. You will arrive in time to enjoy wandering, enjoying its many restaurants and shops.

Accommodation: Trosa

Meals: Breakfast & lunch

Paddling distance: 16km

Lifts: None

Day 6: Trosa to Stockholm

Today you will take the bus from Trosa back to Stockholm at a time to suit you, so relax and wander the streets of Trosa, or consider renting a sea kayak to explore the waters of Trosa’s beautiful archipelago.

Accommodation: Stockholm

Meals: Breakfast

Opt: sea kayaking

Day 7: Departure

Enjoy some time exploring Stockholm before your departure.

Meals: Breakfast
Route Overview

Route Overview

Journey by canoe at your own pace along the lakes, rivers and canals of Sörmland. No previous experience is needed and a short instruction will be provided.
Travel Info

Travel Information

For this tour we recommend flying into Stockholm Arlanda or Skavsta Airports.

Flights are available with a number of airlines to your required airport, we recommend using Skyscanner to find the best flight prices by date.

Important: Please book your flights only after this trip has been confirmed by invoice or email. Flights are not included in the advertised holiday price.

General, visa, passport and health information.

For passport and visa information, please check the relevant section on this page: https://www.gov.uk/browse/citizenship/passports. General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Click here for the latest travel advice for Sweden, and click here for useful ‘know before you go’ information also from the FCO. Please note that this information relates to UK passport holders only and that other nationalities should refer to their own authorities for this information.

Travel Insurance

For details of specialist insurance for our travel packages, please visit our insurance page. You must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in the activities included as part of your holiday.
What’s Included?

What’s Included?

Accommodation:

Bed & Breakfast/Hotel x 5

Camping x 1*

*All camping equipment supplied

Meals:

Breakfast x 6

Picnic lunch x 3

Dinner x 2

Activities:

Canoeing x 3 days (canoe hire, canoe wheels & canoe transfer)

Transfers:

Stockholm/harbour (Day 2)

Mariefred/Åkers Styckebruk (Day 3)

Gnesta/Mälby (Day 4)

Luggage transfers

Stockholm/Mariefred (Day 2)

Mariefred/Klämmingen (Day 3)

Klämmingen/Mälby (Day 4)

Mälby/Trosa (Day 5)

Transport

Steamboat Stockholm/Mariefred (Day 2)

Bus Trosa/Liljeholmen, Stockholm (Day 6)

Underground Liljeholmen, Stockholm to accomm. (Day 6)

Information pack

Including detailed trail routes in English, maps

Full trip briefing

24hr emergency service
Accommodation

Accommodation

STOCKHOLM

Hotel Rex

www.rexhotel.se

3* hotel located right in the city centre. This special boutique hotel offers a very homely feeling. The owner’s varying artistic and international background is reflected in the design of the hotel, its vision and the permanent exhibition of black and white photos.

Hotel Hellstens Malmgård

www.hellstensmalmgard.se

Newly renovated 3* hotel recently opened in Stockholm’s southern district Södermalm. Personal hotel with quiet and intriguing rooms all uniquely decorated in an historic building.

MARIEFRED

Skomakargård Bed & Breakfast

www.skomakargarden.se

Charming bed and breakfast in typical wooden house from the early 18oo’s just moments from the central square, church and Gripsholm’s Castle. Four double rooms located around a delightful courtyard. Private facilities.

LAKE KLÄMMINGEN

Camping

Campsite located by Lake Klämmingen’s shore. Small, basic site with room for only a few tents. Dry toilets available, but please note no shower or water. Drinking water is provided. Very quiet, pretty location with nature on your doorstep.

GNESTA

Mälby Säteri Bed & Breakfast

www.malby.nu

Manor house delightfully located on the shores of Lake Sillen with wonderful lake views. B&B rooms available in a separate adjacent building to the main manor house as well as the main house. Shared facilities between a small number of rooms.

TROSA

Ågården Guest House

www.agardengasthem.se

The oldest parts of Ågården are from the early 18th century. Ågarden is a small, cosy guest house in which all rooms are unique. There is an impressive breakfast room as well as a delightful garden with apple trees by the river edge. Private facilities.

Pricing & Availability

2019 Holiday Prices:

Season	Date Band	Arrival Day
Season 1:	17.05. to 06.09.2019	Friday

Category A Information:

Season	Price per adult	Child 1 price	Child 2 price
Season 1:	£829	£589	£739

Hotel Category Descriptions:

Category Type	Accommodation Overview
Category A:	3*** hotels	guesthouses and 1 night camping

Child 1 Price is for a child aged 10-12 sharing a triple room with parents

Child 2 Price is per child for 2 children aged 10-12 staying in a twin room

Date From	Date To
17 May 2019	06 September 2019

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