Discover the Inland Railway (Inlandsbanan) 

A fascinating and enchanting train journey through some of Sweden's most picturesque and entertaining countryside.

Itinerary  Inland Railway map 

Day 1 - UK to Stockholm

Fly from London to Stockholm, stay at the Columbus Hotel ***  and take this opportunity to explore this wonderful city on water. You may decide to travel a day or two earlier to see more of Stockholm and Stockholm Archipelago.

Day 2 - Stockholm to Mora

Take the train between Stockholm and Mora on the shores of Lake Siljan, created by a meteor impact 365 million years ago. Mora is home to the worlds largest cross country ski race 'Vasaloppet', held every February. In the summer the sun warms the lake and bathing is a popular summer pastime at the city centre beach.

Day 3 - Mora to Östersund

The train passes many water features on the way but the waterfalls at Strorstupet and Helvetesfallet are worthy of note. Short stops for coffee and lunch allow you to explore the nature close to the railway line. Östersund has much to offer everyone; historical walks, little churches, adventure pools, quad biking and much more.

Day 4 - Östersund to Vilhelmina

Pass streams and lakes bursting with fish, you may have the chance to try your luck! Vilhelmina has a Sami craft gallery, Beaverland, guided walks, guided cycle rides, heated pools, SPA and the traditional Swedish hobby of lake swimming.

Day 5 - Vilhelmina to Arvidsjaur

This part of the journey offers you the best opportunities to see reindeer and elk as the forest offers them excellent protection. There is also an opportunity to visit the Inland Railway museum. The region surrounding Arvidsjaur has 12,000 lakes and 30,000 reindeer. Perhaps a Beaver safari or a helicopter ride to the mountains?

Day 6 - Arvidsjaur to Gällivare

The train stops as you cross the Arctic Circle and you will travel through the World Heritage site of Laponia. Gällivare is the heart of Sami country and you will have the opportunity to see how modern living has combined with a traditional way of life.

Day 7 - Gällivare to Stockholm Airport

At this point you may decide you wish to continue exploring Swedish Lapland and the experts at Simply Sweden are here to offer their experience and advice. This holiday concludes with another spectacular train journey as you will have a private cabin on the overnight train to Stockholm Arlanda airport.

Day 8 - Return to the UK

Arrive at Stockholm Arlanda Airport and catch your flight back to the UK.

From £586 per adult and from £325 per child

Price includes

Flights from the UK to Stockholm. All rail transport day 2 to day 8 with reserved seats. Bed and breakfast with private facilities day 1 to 7. Entrance to Zorngården or Zorn museum in Mora. Steam train trip to Slagnäs. Outing to Dundret Mountain. Activities may be subject to change.

UK departure dates 2007

25th June 

2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th July

6th, 13th & 20th August

See also

The Soul of Lapland