Regent Holidays

Bothnian Coastal Route by Train

Book your Bothnian Coastal Route by Train through northern Sweden and Finland with our Travel Specialists at Regent today.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Scandic Continental Hotel

    Fly to Stockholm

    Fly from the UK to Stockholm and take the airport express train into the bustling city centre to check in for one night. The remainder of the day is free to explore this exciting capital.

  2. Day 2railovernight: Overnight sleeper train

    Stockholm to Umeå

    Spend the day exploring Stockholm with your Stockholm City Pass, including the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus and boat. In the evening, head to Stockholm Central Station to board the overnight train to Umeå and sleep in your private compartment.

  3. Day 3overnight: Scandic Plaza Hotel

    Discover Umeå

    Wake up in Umeå, the largest city in northern Sweden, also known as the 'City of Birches'. Check in at your hotel for one night and explore this vibrant destination, from Sami traditions to the world's northernmost opera house and a sculpture park with over 40 artworks.

  4. Day 4railovernight: Clarion Hotel Sense

    Umeå to Luleå

    In the morning, make your way to Umeå Railway Station and board your train to Luleå. Upon arrival, check in at your centrally located hotel and explore the contrast between the contemporary city centre and the historic Gammelstad Church Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (Ask a Regent Specialist to upgrade to the unique Treehotel.)

  5. Day 5railovernight: Original Sokos Hotel Arina

    Across the Finnish Border

    Take a morning train to the Swedish city of Haparanda, then cross the Finnish border by taxi to Tornio, a unique twin city where the Torne River flows into the sea. Continue by coach to Oulu and check in for a two-night stay.

  6. Day 6overnight: Original Sokos Hotel Arina

    Oulu

    Today visit Oulu, European Capital of Culture 2026, celebrated for its creativity and innovation, from modern mobile technology to the world-famous Air Guitar World Championships. The compact city centre is perfect for exploring on foot.

  7. Day 7railovernight: Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna

    Oulu to Vaasa

    Continue your journey by train to Vaasa, whose cobblestone marketplace forms its lively heart. (Ask us to extend your stay to explore the fertile plains of Ostrobothnia and the Kvarken Archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.)

  8. Day 8

    Fly to the UK

    Today is free at leisure until it is time to transfer independently to Vaasa airport for your flight home.

Included

  • International flight from the UK to Sweden
  • International flight from Finland to the UK
  • All taxes & charges
  • 1 night accommodation at Scandic Continental Hotel in Stockholm
  • 1 night accommodation at Scandic Plaza Hotel in Umeå
  • 1 night accommodation at Clarion Hotel Sense in Luleå
  • 2 nights accommodation at Original Sokos Hotel Arina in Oulu
  • 1 night accommodation at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna in Vaasa
  • Airport express train ticket from Stockholm airport to city centre
  • 1 night accommodation in Private sleeping compartment on the overnight train from Stockholm to Umeå
  • Train ticket from Stockholm to Umeå
  • Train ticket from Umeå to Luleå
  • Train from Luleå to Haparanda
  • Coach ticket from Tornio to Oulu
  • Train ticket from Oulu to Vaasa
  • Stockholm City Pass (24 hours)
  • Meals as specified by BLD (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)

Not included

  • Taxi transfer from Haparanda to Tornio
  • Taxi transfer from hotel in Vaasa to Vaasa airport
  • All transfers between hotels and railway stations
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Any meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Optional excursions

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