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Biking through the Cradle of Sweden

From the saddle you can see and smell all the flowers in the bright Swedish summer while passing ruins from the Viking era. This package includes a rental bike, maps with road descriptions, B&B style accommodations, picnic baskets, one barbeque, three course suppers, a Swedish massage and as much Swedish history as you can handle! Join us for a once in a life time trip through the birth place of Sweden on bikes and immerse yourself in the local culture.

Independent Tours : Sweden

Duration: 6 Days/ 5 Nights

Available Dates for 2007:
May 1-August 31, 2007

Double room	$1500
Single room	Contact for pricing.

To purchase this tour please call 866-521-0828

Included

5 nights in B&B accommodations with breakfast and dinners
Picnic lunches during the biking tours
BBQ lunch
Swedish Massage
Bikes and detailed maps
Pick up transfer from Göteborg (Gothenburg)
Return train tickets

Optional

Additional Swedish massage
Facial zone therapy
Guide to travel with you
Additional nights and meals
Activities such as cooking lamb, textile handicrafts and farming lessons

Itinerary

Day 1: Göteborg - Bitterna Kartegården

Sweden Photo Caption A representative from Bitterna Lamm will meet you at your hotel or at the Göteborg airport to transfer you to your home for the next 4 nights. Relax and enjoy a 3 course supper as you get to know the family and learn about their unique farm with Viking sheep!

Day 2: Kartegården

Sweden Photo Caption Begin the day with a hearty Swedish breakfast before your first bike tour. The tour today consists of an easy 30 km around the local lake. At the far end of the lake enjoy a BBQ lunch with your hosts. Upon return to the farm enjoy another wonderful dinner and an evening of history as the family tells stories of the birth of Sweden and educates you on Swedish culture.

Day 3: Kartegården

Sweden Photo Caption Today head east towards the ruins of a church built by Hamlet's half brother. Continue on through one of the largest farming areas in Sweden with excellent views. You'll also pass one of the most important grave fields in Sweden, dating from the 5th century. A picnic lunch is included. The distance today is about 60 km, but an additional 15km through typical Swedish forests is highly recommended. Upon return to the farm enjoy a Swedish massage before supper.

Day 4: Kartegården

Sweden Photo Caption The tour today consists of 75 km of medium to heavy biking. Travel southwards towards one of the oldest and most remarkable churches in Sweden. The surrounding village barely remains, but in the 12th century it was the capital of Sweden. You will also pass one of the highest points in Southern Sweden, which would make a great place to enjoy your picnic lunch. The tour can be shorted to 60km if you skip the view. Return to the farm in the evening for dinner and another history lesson!

Day 5: Kartegården

Sweden Photo Caption Travel north to the farming plains. Here you can see typical mills used only during the spring floods. Visit the small village of Vedum with around 1000 inhabitants. Stroll the streets and possibly do a little shopping before return for your last night at Kartegården.

Day 6: Kartegården - Göteborg

Sweden Photo Caption Say good bye to the family and return to Göteborg via train. For additional nights in Kartegården or Göteborg contact Runic Travels!