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Gothenburg & The Koster Islands

Read what The Independent thinks of the Koster Islands

Gothenburg is Sweden's second city and is the gateway to West Sweden and this impressive archipelago of barren islands and sheltered swimming coves. With its friendly atmosphere, shops, museums and cosy cafes, all within easy walking distance, it is easy to understand why Gothenburg is one of Europe's most popular city break destinations.

Sweden's first Marine National Park was inaugurated on the Koster Islands in September 2009 and the inauguration ceremony was shown live on national television. The guest of honour was the King of Sweden, King Carl XVI Gustaf, who opened the national park.

The car free Koster Islands are Sweden's most westerly populated islands. They are easily accessible by regular passenger ferry from the town of Strömstad and this scenic journey takes just 40mins, terminating just 100m from your hotel. This beautiful location includes sandy beaches, rocky islands, clear evidence of the last ice age, interesting wooden churches & local museums and gorgeous relaxing views across the archipelago. We offer you both hotel and self catering accommodation on the Koster Islands.

Itinerary
Day 1 to 3
Gothenburg

Spend 2 nights at the city centre 4 star Park Avenue Hotel, including 48 hour Gothenburg Passes for all guests. Gothenburg is Sweden’s second biggest city and the gateway to West Sweden. One of the real joys of Gothenburg is its maritime locations. The local archipelago is made up of a myriad of islands with gently rounded rocky shores. They range from large inhabited islands to tiny, barren islets, and make it a very attractive summer destination.

Day 3 to 6
Koster Islands

The first Marine National Park in Sweden was inaugurated in September 2009 around the Koster Islands on the West Coast of Sweden. Stay on the car free Koster islands at the Sydkoster Hotel. Catch the train to Strömstad and take the passenger ferry (just 400m from the station) to Sweden's most westerly populated islands, terminating just 100m from your hotel. Attractions include this unique seaside location, beaches, rocky islands, kayak rental, diving, fishing tours, seal safaris, boat tours, scientific tours and cosy cafes and restaurants. Renting a bike, a guided tour and a boat trip through this marine kaleidoscope are strongly recommended so you can appreciate all that is surrounding you. We can also arrange a local cray fishing tour where you sample your catch at one of the islands restaurants. For more information regarding activities please ask one of our travel consultants.

Price from £770 per person based on 2 adults
Price from £2665 for a family of 2 adults & 2 children
Price includes flights & taxes, accommodation as detailed above on a bed and breakfast basis, train from Gothenburg to Strömstad, return ferry to Koster Islands, train from Strömstad to Gothenburg & connecting coach to the airport. Read about our trip to the Koster Islands here.

Self catering options

They may not be traditional swedish log cabins but they are spacious 3 bedroom apartments, with comfortable accommodation for 6 with stunning views across the Koster fjörd. A large hall off which there are 2 bedrooms, each with bunk beds, and a bathroom. There is a large lounge / kitchen area with a balcony offering impressive sea views and a double bedroom with a bathroom. These apartments are part of the Sydkoster Hotel and you have access to the hotel facilities. Min stay is 3 nights in an apartment. You can stay in a self catering apartment from Sunday to Sunday, Sunday to Thursday or Thursday to Sunday.

Days at Sydkoster	30 May - 2 Sep	Other dates
Sun-Thurs / Thurs-Sun	£695	£640
Sun-Sun	£795	£710

Price for self catering option is per person based on 6 adults and includes flights 2 nights B&B in double / twin rooms in Gothenburg including breakfast and 48hr Gothenburg Pass for all members of the party, train and ferry to the Koster Islands, self catering at Syd Koster, ferry, train and coach transfer to Gothenburg airport.

Notes
Please remember we tailor make all our holidays to your specific request and the above itineraries are suggestions to feed your imagination.

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