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From Stockholm : Day tour to Enköping, bronze age pethroglyps and Viking Anundshög

From Stockholm : Day tour to Enköping, bronze age pethroglyps and Viking Anundshög

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8 hour(s)
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Stockholm, Sweden

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Explore charming Sigtuna and its Viking roots

See the legendary Ingvar runestone and grave mounds

Visit Håtuna royal farm with dramatic medieval history

Discover Biskops-Arnö island and its historic Gothic cellar

Admire medieval church paintings by Albertus Pictor

Uncover Ancient Viking Secrets And Medieval Treasures On A Comprehensive Swedish Historical Journey


This immersive full day tour takes visitors deep into the Swedish countryside to explore significant archaeological sites and medieval landmarks. The itinerary starts in Sigtuna, where guests learn about the town's Viking and medieval roots through a guided walk. From there, the journey moves to Varpsund to view the famous Ingvar runestone and massive Vendel era grave mounds, which offer a tangible connection to the power struggles and legendary tales of early Swedish kings.


The route continues past the historic Håtuna royal farm, a site where royal rivalries once altered the course of the kingdom's history. Guests then travel to the island of Biskops-Arnö, the former summer residence of Swedish archbishops. Here, visitors can explore the impressive cellar featuring Gothic vaults and historic pillars, providing a rare glimpse into the ecclesiastical life of the Middle Ages. The site remains a testament to the architectural sophistication of the period.


A highlight of the tour is a visit to a medieval church decorated with intricate wall paintings by the renowned artist Albertus Pictor. His workshop was responsible for the artistic decoration of numerous churches across Sweden during the fifteenth century, and these works remain some of the most important examples of medieval religious art in the country. The detailed frescoes offer a vivid look at the spiritual and cultural life of the late medieval era.


The final stop at Boglösa allows guests to view extensive Bronze Age rock carvings, which represent one of the most significant collections of prehistoric art in Sweden. These ancient petroglyphs provide a fascinating conclusion to a day spent tracing the evolution of Swedish society from the Bronze Age through the Viking era and into the Middle Ages. The tour offers a profound educational experience for anyone interested in the deep historical layers of the Scandinavian landscape.

What's Included
  • Guided tour with knowledgeable local historian
  • Hotel or cruise port pick up and drop off
  • Transportation in comfortable vehicle
  • Entry to visited historical sites
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
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Andrea P.Google
September 11, 2025

We had a very enjoyable half day Viking history tour which incorporated visiting a former Viking farm, a causeway, a meeting place and Sigtura. Along the way we were introduced to runes that had helped to identify these places and learnt about the people that lived there. There were only four of us on the tour, so whilst it was a public tour, it felt very personal and our guide Olof, was very accommodating. For example, we chose not to stop for lunch so that we maximised our time in Sigtura. I would thoroughly recommend this tour. I had contemplated the 8 hour tour and part of me wished that I had chosen the longer tour, but I think this was actually a better choice as I ended wanting more. Whilst we were driving around, Olof also chatted a lot about Sweden in general and it was lovely to have those conversations with him. He also recommended we take the boat trip from Stockholm to Drottningholm Palace which we did the next day and enjoyed enormously.

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Patricia M.Google
August 01, 2025

Not only was our driver, Natalie, amazing, but so too was our guide Karin. Both women were personable, enthusiastic and so very gracious. Natalie’s driving was safe and she too offered so much insight into the history of Sweden. Then, Karin, was a wealth of information about Uppsala. The entire day was fabulous from start to finish!

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Lynn H.Google
July 05, 2025

An excellent educational day with Jakob! Just finished a full day tour with Swedish history tours. It was very interesting and informative day and we got to see a number of different sites, including Viking runestones and places where the Vikings gathered as well as burial mounds predating the Vikings. Jakob was an excellent guide and it was a great day.

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Explore More Best of Historical Sweden - A tour to Biskops-Arnö and Sigtuna - 8h full day tour

Discover the wonders of Stockholm, Sweden with this unforgettable experience. Continue the tour to the picturesque island of Biskops-Arnö, once the summer retreat of the Swedish archbishops, where you will marvel at the magnificent cellar with Gothic vaults and historic pillars. Visit a medieval church adorned with striking wall paintings by Albertus Pictor, whose workshop decorated dozens of churches in Sweden during the fifteenth century. On the journey back to Stockholm, stop at Boglösa to admire extensive Bronze Age rock carvings, one of the most impressive collections in the country. This tour provides a deep and engaging experience of Swedish history, from the Viking age through medieval times and beyond, all while enjoying comfortable transportation and expert guidance. Highlights of your tour include: Explore charming Sigtuna and its Viking rootsSee the legendary Ingvar runestone and grave moundsVisit Håtuna royal farm with dramatic medieval historyDiscover Biskops-Arnö island and its historic Gothic cellarAdmire medieval church paintings by Albertus Pictor. Explore charming Sigtuna and its Viking rootsSee the legendary Ingvar runestone and grave moundsVisit Håtuna royal farm with dramatic medieval historyDiscover Biskops-Arnö island and its historic Gothic cellarAdmire medieval church paintings by Albertus Pictor. This tour includes: Guided tour with knowledgeable local historianHotel or cruise port pick up and drop offTransportation in comfortable vehicleEntry to visited historical sites. Embark on a fascinating journey through Sweden’s rich history on this full day tour exploring some of the country’s most remarkable historical ...