Sweden and Denmark share connections. Pristine cities and endless islands basking in the blissful Nordic summer sun. New Nordic cuisine is innovative and delicious. The locals are charming, happy, enviably good-looking—and they share your family's love for the bike. Two countries connected by a simple appreciation of nature, food, culture and life.
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1-2 Explore the magnificent Stockholm archipelago by bike, private water taxi and ferry 
Warm up with a loop ride on Färingsö Island in sparkling Lake Mälaren—just one of Sweden's 95,700 lakes Pedal amid woodland, rural farms and villages Visit the World Heritage site of Drottningholm Palace, a resplendent 17th-century estate and private residence to the royal family Spin from island to island past minimalist—yet warmly inviting—Swedish summer homes and quaint villages to the picturesque and historic town of Vaxholm.
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3-4 Feel the two-wheeled love in Copenhagen, one of the world's bike-friendliest cities Ride through farmland and forests to catch a quick ferry across the Himmer Fjord to the island of Mörkö Admire the flamboyant rococo embellishment and vast English gardens of Tullgarn Castle, the Swedish royal family's summer palace Stroll the charming waterfront town of Trosa Spin along the quiet Baltic coastline before boarding a fast train to Copenhagen.
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5-6 Shimmering water, white-sand beaches, horse farms and manor homes await on the Danish Riviera Pedal past beautiful summer residences facing out to the peaceful Baltic Sea Cruise on a bike path through forests near Klampenborg Royal Hunting Grounds Narrow winding roads lead to thatch-roofed houses and Frederiksborg Slot, Scandinavia's largest Renaissance castle Make your way to Rungsted, a bustling marina filled with cafés and shops Copenhagen charms and inspires as we explore its historic sites on foot.
On this trip, your family will enjoy unforgettable riding through romantic and charming landscapes, from the Stockholm archipelago (made up of thousands of islands) and the Swedish and Danish coastline, to farmland, ranchland, forests and urban areas. We'll even access some of our biking routes by private charter boats and ferries. Sweden and Denmark's cultures are unique and very enjoyable, and Copenhagen is known to be one of the world's bike-friendliest cities. I'm so excited to introduce you to these two wonderful countries - both recent additions to my list of all-time favorite places!- Sweden & Denmark
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Savor superb waterfront views at this historic property perched at the edge of the harbor, overlooking Stockholm's old town and widely praised as one of Scandinavia's leading luxury hotels. Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. (pool, spa)
A unique and eclectic family-run hotel—with rooms featuring droll names like "Happy Accident" and "Princess and the Pea"—located on a boat channel and brimming with cozy décor.
This renovated 18th-century landmark hotel—set majestically in the heart of Copenhagen—will dazzle you with its elegance and style, as well as its rich history. Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. (pool, spa)
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On this trip, your family will enjoy unforgettable riding through romantic and charming landscapes, from the Stockholm archipelago (made up of thousands of islands) and the Swedish and Danish coastline, to farmland, ranchland, forests and urban areas. We'll even access some of our biking routes by private charter boats and ferries. Sweden and Denmark's cultures are unique and very enjoyable, and Copenhagen is known to be one of the world's bike-friendliest cities. I'm so excited to introduce you to these two wonderful countries - both recent additions to my list of all-time favorite places!
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The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind—you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due.
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Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next—and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
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| Daily Route Options | ||||||||||
| Day | EASYGOING | ACTIVE | AVID | |||||||
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| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Level 5 | ||||||
| miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | |
| 1 | 10* | 500 | 19* | 800 | 27* | 1200 | ||||
| 2 | 22* | 1200 | 36* | 2000 | 43* | 2300 | ||||
| 3 | 22* | 1200 | 31* | 1500 | 43* | 2100 | ||||
| 4 | 25 | 1100 | ||||||||
| 5 | 24* | 800 | 42* | 1200 | 57 | 1800 | ||||
| 6 | Copenhagen Historic Walking Tour (2 Hours) | |||||||||
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* Includes shuttle.
Learn more about how we determine our activity levels and fully support a range of abilities and interests.
Please note that our distance and elevation figures come from Ride with GPS. Other sources (such as Map My Ride and Garmin devices) may give differing elevation figures due to different GPS and mapping technologies. Readings from a Garmin or a smart phone are influenced by other factors such as air pressure.
To fully appreciate Denmark's famous capital, with its rich and nuanced history, you need someone who can share its pleasures from an insiders' perspective. That's what you'll get from our old friend Christian, who shares fascinating glimpses of the past alongside the latest cultural hotspots as you explore this beautiful city of canals.
We design and support our Sweden and Denmark trips to suit mixed abilities and varied interests—so you can set your own pace, then change things up as the day unfolds. And all guests are free to do the same, traveling together or apart, with no one cramping anyone else's style. Which sounds easy in theory, but it's hard to pull off. Here's more on how we do it.
On our Sweden and Denmark trips we have an extra leader supporting you along the road—for a total of three, compared to the industry standard two. So we can be in more places at once, giving personal attention to guests traveling at their own pace. Here's more on our Trip Leaders.
Only Backroads offers active trips in Sweden and Denmark designed for families with older teens and 20-somethings. Our Family Breakaway trips are aimed at you and the amazingly grownup members of your clan—whether they're almost high school grads, already in college or further along. Find out more in this blog post.
Backroads has the best-qualified people to lead your trip in Sweden and Denmark, and our guests back that up, rating our Trip Leaders an average of 9.75 out of 10 for all-around quality of performance. Get the facts (and no fluff) on how we recruit and develop the very best people for your trip.
Backroads is the only active travel company providing two support vans in Sweden and Denmark—because we know it's essential to ensure a truly great travel experience. It doubles our ability to be there when you need us to offer hydration, lighten your load or give you a lift if it's time to take a break. Read more on why two vans make all the difference.
In Sweden and Denmark you head off each morning after choosing among several expertly designed routes—all with detailed directions, mileage and shuttle options. Unlike trips with one fixed daily route (or worse, one guide that everyone's obliged to follow), you're free to enjoy the best of the region at your pace, stopping wherever you want to explore further.
Choose a Backroads Custom Titanium or Custom Electric Assist bike—both are included in your trip price. Maybe a Specialized carbon-fiber pro model is more your speed or go for double fun on a tandem. Our fleet is the best in active travel, so you don't have to roll the dice on this vital trip component. Learn why our titanium bikes are ideal for most riders. See the bike options for this trip.
Under our Book with Confidence policy, your Backroads trip will run even for a single family of three or four people, subject to a nominal extra fee. Or transfer to another trip, and we'll give you a credit. It's all part of our trademark commitment to treating guests with integrity, transparency and total accountability. Read all the details.
For nearly four decades we've worked to earn and maintain our right to call Backroads the world's #1 active travel company. In pursuing that vision on behalf of our guests, we believe we've set the standard for our industry—captured in the Backroads Quality Guide, which clearly sets out the benchmarks of excellence, choice and support that we live by
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Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities. You can pick from a large selection of dates for your group of 8 or more. Call us for date availability. If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or if your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you.
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I simply can't imagine a better way to immerse yourself in the life of a region, to explore hidden corners and appreciate nuances while enjoying the benefits and enormous satisfaction of traveling under your own power. These are experiences you cannot have behind the wheel of a car, or on a train or a tour bus. Active travel is, at its heart, a way of connecting more authentically with the world. Sure, Backroads provides amazing leaders, superb accommodations and meals, and opportunities you could never arrange on your own. But all of our comprehensive planning and support is aimed at something far simpler: bringing you the immediate, highly personal satisfaction of discovering a new world on your own terms.
— Tom Hale, Founder & President
