Göta Kanal (Göta Canal)

Explore Sweden as this unique Swedish cruise takes you between 2 seas, along 3 canals, across 8 glorious lakes and through 66 locks. The Göta Kanal may not be the fastest way to travel between Stockholm and Gothenburg but this is certainly one of the most gracious, beautiful and relaxing forms of transport.

3 magnificent ships (M/S Diana, M/S Juno and M/S Wilhelm Tham) dating back to the 1800’s, offer stunning views over the Swedish countryside. Each ship has a meticulously maintained lounge and dining room, offering delicious traditional Swedish meals and a different view each evening. You will be catered for on a full board basis whilst on the ship; breakfast buffet, 2 course lunch and 3 course supper. 

The cabins are small, comfortable and tastefully decorated. Most are fitted with bunk beds (some have double beds) and each has a hand basin; WCs and showers are adjacent in the corridor. As there is plenty to see and do most guest are only in their cabins to sleep. All cabins are outside cabins above the waterline with a port hole or window. All bridge and shelter deck cabins open on to the deck.

This is your holiday and you decide exactly which shore excursions to enjoy. The ship’s guide is never far away to offer their expert advice on land excursions. Here are some Simply Sweden suggestions!

• A quick dip in a warm lake

• Explore the ancient alleyways and buildings of Vadstena

• The picturesque archipelago town of Trosa

• Borrow one of the ships bicycles

• A casual stroll along the towpath during lockage

Göta Canal cruise map

Itinerary  

Day 1

Fly from London to Gothenburg or Stockholm, transfer to your 4* city centre hotel accommodation close to the departure of your chosen cruise 

Day 2

Transfer to your boat where boarding begins 1 hour and ends no later than 15 mins prior to departure at 9am (10am for the 8 day tour). You will be welcomed aboard by your guide, shown to your cabin and then take coffee in the dining room where you will be able to discuss the seating arrangements for meals during your cruise.  

Day 3 to 4 (3 to 6)

Quite simply relax, admire the stunning scenery, enjoy the shore excursions and the mouth watering food this fabulous cruise has to offer!

Day 5 (7)

Arrive in Stockholm or Gothenburg at approximately 1430 (1530 for the 8 day tour). Transfer to your 4* city centre accommodation close to the arrival point of your chosen cruise.  

Day 6 (8)

Time to explore before returning to the UK or continuing your Swedish adventure with Simply Sweden

6 days from £1150 per person 

8 days from £1635 per person

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Price includes flights, 4* city centre hotel accommodation (including breakfast), transfers at both ends of your cruise (subject to proximity of hotel to departure / arrival point), Göta Kanal cruise (full board)