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Countryside, Vikings And Icelandic Horse Farm

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Enjoy a relaxing trip into the Swedish countryside to get a taste of the real Sweden. A beautiful Icelandic horse farm, historic grave fields, Viking runestones, medieval churches and more await you.

Take advantage of your time when visiting this beautiful country and experience the excitement begin as you meet up with your local driver/guide at the port are for an approximately 30-minute scenic and comfortable ride out of Stockholm, past sprawling fields, traditional red houses and small cabins. Your expert local guide will take you along small roads and out of the way places to view monuments brimming with Swedish history.

First up is a wonderful opportunity to visit an Icelandic horse farm and get up close and personal with these sturdy, rugged animals. You will also see Arkils assembly place with its many runestones. This well preserved assembly place gives you a glimpse into where the aristocracy settled disputes.

Stop at the charming medieval church of Vallentuna, then pause and pay respects in a Viking and Bronze Age grave field. While in Vallentuna you will take a break at a restaurant for some typical Swedish fare (lunch is at guest's own expense).

Experience the real Sweden and her history when you book this half-day, small group tour today.

Please Note: History stops may vary depending on time and day.

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Shore Excursions Group was created with one goal in mind: to provide exceptional travel experiences to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world. To accomplish this, we have compiled an exceptional array of tours delivered by local experts with decades of experience serving travelers and delivering excellent tours. Our owners and management team are comprised of seasoned travel industry executives who leverage their considerable experience to deliver memorie ...
from $245.00 (USD)
Per Person
 
Tour Type
Group
 
Group Size
Small
 
Activity Type(s)
Cultural, Scenic
 
Tour Duration
5 Hours
 
Activity Level
Easy
 
Tour Leaves From
Cruise Ship Pier
 
Food/Beverage Provided
Not Included
 
Special Instructions
We recommend wearing comfortable, weather appropriate clothing and walking shoes. Guests should wear a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses in the summer and, in the winter, wear layers. An umbrella and jacket is also recommended. For those wishing to visit any churches, remember that shoulders and knees must be covered.
 
Restrictions
Minimum age to participate in this tour is 6 years of age. Guests must be able to step in and out of transportation plus walk over cobblestones and uneven surfaces, inclines and steps. This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
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