Stockholm Archipelago Sailing Day Tour

Name: Stockholm Archipelago Sailing Day Tour
Start: 2026-06-26T09:30:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-06-26T17:30:00.000+03:00
Location: Stockholm

Explore the Stockholm Archipelago by comfortable yacht on this small-group sailing tour from Vaxholm. Help steer the ship, stop for a swim on a picturesque island, and enjoy a traditional Swedish lunch—all while learning about the region’s nature and navigation from an expert skipper.

Details

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Stockholm Archipelago while traveling aboard a comfortable yacht on this small-group, full-day sailing tour from Vaxholm. Under the direction of an expert skipper, you’re invited to take part—help steer and crew the vessel yourself. Disembark on a picturesque island to explore rocky shores and take a dip in the bracing Baltic Sea, followed by a traditional Swedish lunch.

This small-group experience keeps sightseeing personal and offers a side of the region many visitors miss. Swim, sunbathe on deck, and enjoy the scenery. Lifejackets, sailing gear, and all necessary equipment are provided.

Make your way by bus or ferry from central Stockholm to Vaxholm, a coastal town on the edge of the archipelago. Meet your skipper at the ferry port and transfer to your yacht. After a short safety briefing and sailboat introduction, set sail into one of Europe’s largest archipelagos.

Some islands have homes and residents, while many remain uninhabited. Take a turn at the helm, then pause for a traditional Swedish fika (coffee and pastry break). Learn navigation basics, natural history, and local flora and fauna from your skipper as you sail. Stop at a small island to explore on foot and enjoy a refreshing swim. A traditional Swedish lunch is included.

Spend the afternoon sailing among more remote islands or exploring small fishing villages on larger ones. Return to Vaxholm in the early evening and make your own way back to Stockholm.

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What is included in activity

8-hour sailing experience aboard a modern yacht

Supervision from a professional yachting crew

Use of an inflatable life jacket and sailing equipment

Rain gear (if needed)

Lunch and drinks

Coffee and snacks

What is not included

Ferry/Transportation to/from Vaxholm Harbour

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Hide

Departure: Västerhamnsplan 1, 185 31 Vaxholm, Sweden

On map

Duration: 8 hours

Group size up to 10 persons

Children allowed

English

Mobile ticket

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

River cruise ship

Change time

Open deck

Life jackets

Meeting point

Vaxholm Guest harbor (Waxholm gästhamn) Västerhamnsplan, 185 32 Vaxholm, Sweden. The meeting point is the first small red house closest to the yellow car ferry. Parking is very limited in the area and therefore we do not recommend coming by car.

Places you will see

• Stockholm Archipelago

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Reviews by travellers

4.9 out of 5

1417 reviews

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Hilda W.

It is such a nice experience to see the Stockholm archipelago. Really lovely tour, nice Swedish lunch and such a nice guide. Highly recommended!!

23 days ago

Angela L.

My sister and I had an amazing day with Håkan and his partner in the archipelago. Håkan is a great sailing instructor—patient, knowledgeable, and fun. From start to finish, they created such a welcoming and positive atmosphere. They took us to an island with an old bunker, shared fascinating stories about sailing and shared some of Sweden’s history, and served a delicious traditional three-course lunch. It was the perfect mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation. Couldn’t recommend it more, an absolute highlight of our trip!

29 days ago

Diane P.

The hosts were absolutely amazing. Very knowledgeable and gave everyone a chance to try a different aspect of the sailing and the lunch they provided was above and beyond.

about 1 month ago

Louise H.

This was an amazing tour of the Archipelago. It was so beautiful and a lovely way to spend a day on the water. Our hosts were very friendly and thoughtful in their preparation of food and snacks. You can help in the sailing as much or as little as you want to. Highly recommend!

about 1 month ago

Mabel G.

The sailboat's captain and owner was very friendly and encouraged the 4 passengers to get to know one another. We stopped near an island to discern the location of ABBA's cottage, and then later stopped at a different island to explore around, swim, and then have an included lunch served on the sailboat. Lunch was lovely in presentation and delicious as well. On the way back, anyone who wanted to was invited to try their hand at sailing. This trip would be especially fun if you were traveling with people you know as it is a full 8 hours on the boat.

about 2 months ago

Holly W.

"This was a really lovely day. Beautiful scenery, interesting chats -as the captain would say “sailing with friends”! And a seal sighting as a bonus. We were very welcomed and despite me having no sailing experience, I was put immediately at ease and at the helm! Lunch and snacks were very tasty too. Highly recommend."

about 2 months ago

Phyllis L.

One of the highlights of our trip! Our guide was rather reserved, but we had a lovely day with him. Fabulous lunch. Lots of wine. A really memorable day on the water.

2 months ago

Allison N.

Great day of sailing on the archipelago. My twelve year old son thoroughly enjoyed it and spent most of the day at the helm, thanks to the patience of our fantastic host. Lunch was delicious as well! A definite highlight of our trip.

2 months ago

Cynthia G.

It was my first time sailing and got the opportunity to have a full experience thanks to our operator. He took us around the archipielago visiting several sites, we docked in an Island for a nice afternoon lunch and fika and headed back to our pick up point.

3 months ago

Frances S.

It was a great day. We had the real sailing experience in Sweden. A perfect lunch with more sailing. Unforgettable.