📍 Sweden

STOCKHOLM TO LOFOTEN: ARCTIC LIGHT AND MIDNIGHT DREAMS

Northern lights dancing above tundra, fishing cabins clinging to cliffs, midnight sun stretching time. Arctic magic.

≈ 17
Days
3562
Km
12
Stops
📖 7 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Depart from Stockholm and its archipelago, then head up to Abisko at the heart of boreal forests. Reach the Lofoten in Norway, fishing villages clinging to peaks, before returning through Swedish valleys. Between Arctic sea, reindeer and northern light, the polar circle offers a journey of austere beauty.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Tyndero

high coast granite rises from gulf waters

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Day 1
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Discover

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Route to Tynderö through the Swedish countryside from Stockholm, first views of the forests and lakes of the center of the country.
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Activities

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Peaceful walk around the farm to discover Swedish rural life.
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Next stop
Distance: 420 km
Travel time: 4h30
2
Day

Umea

birch city pulses with arctic culture

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Day 2
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Discover

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Walk in the forest to a lake near Tynderö, first immersion in Nordic nature.
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Free discovery of Umeå city center and its quays.
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Activities

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Walk by Lake Umeå at sunset.
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Next stop
Distance: 350 km
Travel time: 4h10
3
Day

Lulea

archipelago islands freeze in winter white

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Day 3
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Discover

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Visit to the church village of Gammelstad, a UNESCO site composed of wooden houses and a 15th-century church.
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Discovery of the old port of Luleå and its former converted warehouses.
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Activities

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Walk on the quays and observation of the sunset over the Baltic Sea.
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Next stop
Distance: 270 km
Travel time: 3h20
4
Day

Abisko

aurora borealis dances above alpine station

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Day 4
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Discover

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Stop at Jockfall falls, one of the most impressive waterfalls in northern Sweden.
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Crossing the Arctic Circle and discovering the first Lappish landscapes.
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Exploration of Abisko National Park, between Lake Torneträsk and mountains.
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Activities

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Reindeer observation along the route to Abisko.
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Next stop
⏱️ Long drive (5h+)
Distance: 430 km
Travel time: 5h
5
Day

Narvik

ore railway terminus meets fjord drama

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Day 5
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Discover

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Hiking in Abisko National Park to the canyon.
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Crossing the Norwegian border and discovering the mountainous landscapes towards Narvik.
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Walk through the center and port of Narvik.
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Activities

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Relaxing in a local café and panoramic view of the city from the Scandic tower.
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Next stop
Distance: 95 km
Travel time: 1h15
6
Day

Henningsvaer

football pitch floats between lofoten peaks

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Day 6
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Discover

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Scenic route through the fjords to the Lofoten Islands.
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Boat excursion around the islands with eagle and seal observation.
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Activities

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Walk in the fishing village of Henningsvær under the midnight sun.
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Next stop
Distance: 300 km
Travel time: 4h30
7
Day

Henningvaer

fishing village galleries dot granite harbor

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Day 7
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Discover

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Visit to the Lofotr Viking Museum and reconstruction of a Viking house.
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Discovery of the neighboring lake and Viking craft workshops.
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Activities

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Archery trial or drakkar boat ride on the lake.
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Next stop
Distance: 126.9 km
Travel time: 2h07
8
Day

Bodo

coastal steamer gateway to arctic islands

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Day 8
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Discover

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Hike to Kvalvika beach with panorama over the Arctic Ocean.
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Discovery of the traditional fishing village of Å.
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Activities

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Ferry crossing to Bodø.
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Next stop
⏱️ Long drive (5h+)
Distance: 340 km
Travel time: 5h
9
Day

Sorsele

vindel river wilderness carves through taiga

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Day 9
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Discover

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Stop at Saltstraumen, one of the world's most powerful tidal currents.
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Return to Sweden through the border mountains.
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Activities

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Observation of changing landscapes during the descent to Sorsele.
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Next stop
⏱️ Long drive (5h+)
Distance: 400 km
Travel time: 5h
10
Day

Ragunda

dead falls silence marks drained lake ghost

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Day 10
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Discover

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Long crossing of the Swedish countryside between forests and rivers.
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Activities

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Short photo break near Lake Ragundasjön.
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Next stop
Distance: 370 km
Travel time: 4h30
11
Day

Uppsala

gothic cathedral crowns ancient university town

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Day 11
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Discover

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Visit to Uppsala Royal Cathedral and the historic university campus.
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Stroll through the alleys of the old town.
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Activities

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Relaxation in a traditional Uppsala café.
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Next stop
⏱️ Long drive (5h+)
Distance: 390 km
Travel time: 5h
12
Day

Stockholm

fourteen islands weave scandinavian capital elegance

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Day 12
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Discover

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Return to Stockholm and free walk along the quays of Gamla Stan.
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Activities

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End of the trip in the Swedish capital.
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Next stop
Distance: 70 km
Travel time: 1h

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Summer (June-August): Perfect weather conditions (18-25°C) with midnight sun in north, white nights, and ideal conditions for outdoor activities. Peak tourist season with highest prices but most comfortable temperatures and endless daylight hours.

Late Spring (May): Excellent weather emergence with blooming landscapes, fewer crowds, and moderate prices. Traditional Midsummer celebrations and optimal conditions for hiking and cycling.

Early Autumn (September-October): Beautiful fall colors with comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, and moderate prices. Excellent for cultural activities and northern lights begin appearing.

Winter (December-March): Cold temperatures (-5 to -15°C) with snow, northern lights, and winter activities. Lower prices, authentic Nordic winter experience, and excellent conditions for winter sports.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 14 and 20 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in Sweden?

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