Highlights of Stockholm

Get enchanted by one of the world’s most easy-to-love cities on a panoramic coach tour that lets you view its top landmarks in relaxed comfort. While many cities with waterways and bridges are likened to Venice in their Chamber of Commerce slogans, this romantic 800-year old capital spread over 14 islands truly warrants the comparison. Once little more than a feudal stronghold, today’s Stockholm is a watery blend of magnificently old and boldly new architecture – and you’ll be introduced to a great deal of it on this excursion. Foremost among the high points will be your drive around Gamla Stan, the city’s cobbled and brilliantly hued Old Town. Perched on its own mid-river island, this captivating medieval time capsule brims with must-sees like the waterside, 608-room Royal Palace where the King of Sweden could probably run mile-long laps without leaving his hallways. Another top sight is the ornate Royal Dramatic Theater, a striking architectural confection along Strandvägen, renowned for its 19th-century palatial skyline. Huge city parks with open public access are also a big thing in Stockholm, as you’ll see during your spin through another island, verdant Djurgården, once the exclusive hunting grounds of Swedish sovereigns.

• Wear weather-appropriate clothing.
• Flat, comfortable shoes are recommended.