1. School Visits in Gothenburg — You'll spend two mornings inside Swedish schools, connecting with local teachers and getting a real look at how education works in Scandinavia.

2. Paddan Canal Tour — A guided boat ride through Gothenburg's canals and the Göta River, taking in the city from the water and spotting the wildlife along the way.

3. Royal Palace & Old Town Stockholm — Tour one of Europe's largest palaces and walk through Stockholm's medieval Old Town, including a 13th-century cathedral that's still very much in use today.

4. Skansen Open-Air Museum & Viking Museum — Two of Stockholm's most iconic spots back to back. Skansen spans 75 acres of reconstructed Swedish history, and the Viking Museum brings that era to life with hands-on exhibits.

5. Nacka Nature Reserve Hike with Campfire Lunch — A guided 10-12 km hike through Swedish forest and granite cliffs, with a campfire-cooked lunch in the middle of it all.

Bookbag Tours was built specifically for educators, by people who understand that your time and money matter. We take the learning outside the classroom and into the world, making sure every trip feels as rewarding as it is memorable. From the moment you book to the day you return home, our focus is on creating meaningful, manageable travel that fits your life as a teacher. And the best part? You don't have to go alone. Bring your spouse, a friend, or anyone else who wants to tag along, non-educators are always welcome on our trips too.

✅ Travel With Confidence — Every detail is handled, every partner is vetted, and help is always a message away

✅ Interest-Free Payment Options — Keep your budget stress-free with zero-interest financing

✅ Customizable Payment Plans — Pay on a schedule that actually works for you

✅ 20+ Hours of Professional Development — Built into every trip, ready to document

✅ Graduate Credits Offered — Turn your travel experience into academic credit

✅ Personalized Pre & Post Trip Extensions — Want to explore more? We'll help you plan extra time before or after the group tour

✅ Limited Spots Available — Every trip is intentionally small so every traveler gets the attention they deserve

Terrain:  Mostly flat with some hills

School Visit:  Yes

This trip offers immersive professional development through school visits, allowing educators to engage directly with local teachers and students, observe classrooms, and participate in meaningful dialogue about education systems around the world. These experiences foster fresh perspectives and practical ideas to bring back home.

Professional Development – Medium Level

This trip includes educator discussions, offering authentic opportunities for cultural exchange and professional growth. While you may not be matched with your exact grade level, you’ll gain meaningful insights to reflect on and bring back to your classroom. Participants will receive a certificate for 20+ professional development hours. The true magic of PD on this trip comes from the organic conversations and connections you make with fellow educators along the way.

Graduate Credits- In addition, we have partnered with an accredited university to allow participants to earn 1 graduate credit for an additional $100 or 3 graduate credits for an additional $300. 

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• PD Certificate

  A certificate for 20+ hours of professional development

• Welcome Reception

  Welcome reception/orientation

• Accommodations

  Accommodations in 3 or 4 star hotels during the trip

• Meals

  Breakfast every morning

• Group Dinner

  One Group Dinner

• Group Activities

  Group activities included as per itinerary

• Ground Transportation

  All ground transportation in country for group activities

• BBT T-Shirt

  BBT T-Shirt will be sent to participants before the trip

• The BBT Team

  Your amazing trip leaders, your professional development facilitators, our trip managers, and our on-site and off-site team members!

• Airport Transfers

  Airport transfers if arriving on the scheduled day of arrival and the scheduled day of departure. (If you choose to arrive/depart on a different date, we are happy to help you navigate your way to the hotel or airport)

• Airfare

  Airfare is not included

• Optional Side Trips

  You will have a list of optional side trips for an additional fee at a later date

• Tips and Gratuities

  For in-country guides and drivers

• Early/Late Transfers

  If you are arriving or departing earlier/later than the scheduled Group dates, you will be responsible for your own transfers. We are happy to advise, but we will not cover the cost.

Leaders will welcome you at the airport and will get you transferred to the hotel.

Upon arrival, we will provide essential information about the itinerary, safety guidelines, and cultural expectations, ensuring you feel prepared and confident to explore the city independently.

Using your City Pass, explore Gothenburg and all of its beautiful charm! Discover the vibrant streets filled with stunning architecture, lush parks, and delightful cafes that invite you to relax.

More details to come.

Grab a warm coffee & breakfast at the hotel for your days adventure!

Explore the old moat to the Göta River by Paddan, and spot the amazing wildlife, plant life, birdlife, and greenery that thrives in this unique environment. This scenic boat trip will introduce you to Sweden’s natural beauty and diverse animal life.

This incredible landscape and habitat is completely natural and worth exploring to discover the incredible wildlife that calls this place home. From down the old moat through the Great Harbour and into the Göta River, this tour will take you through Lilla Bommen and into the 100km of wild Säveån.

Slottsskogen Park is a beautiful green oasis in Gothenburg, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a picnic. This expansive park features scenic walking paths, charming ponds, and a variety of wildlife, including a free-range zoo with Nordic animals. Enjoy the stunning views from the hilltops, or relax in one of the many peaceful spots.

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Grab a warm coffee & breakfast at the hotel for your days adventure!

Explore Gothenburg on your own or book your own optional activity! Discover the city's vibrant canals, cozy cafes, and beautiful parks at your own pace.

A Hop on Hop off Bus Tour is the best way to see the sights of Gothenburg, taking in the top attractions from the comfort of your own seat. Hop on or off at any of the eight stops and see the sights at leisure, exploring Fish Church, City Gardens, and wonderful shopping streets at your own pace.

Ferry to Styrsö or Brännö, car-free islands perfect for biking, swimming, and seafood.

More details to come.

Grab a warm coffee & breakfast at the hotel for your days adventure!

Explore Gothenburg on your own or book your own optional activity! Discover the city's vibrant canals, cozy cafes, and beautiful parks at your own pace.

More details to come.

Grab a warm coffee & breakfast at the hotel for your days adventure!

We will get checked in to our new hotel, where we will settle in and refresh ourselves before embarking on an exciting adventure around the area! We’ll explore local food places that highlight the unique flavors of the region, and visit remarkable landmarks that tell the story of the culture and history. Each spot we discover will offer a chance to immerse ourselves in the vibrant atmosphere, making this a memorable start to our journey!

A perfect sightseeing tour where you get to see the beautiful city of Stockholm from the water on this memorable boat tour!

Experience Stockholm from the water on this complete sightseeing tour under the bridges of the City. You will also pass through the locks which is connecting Lake Mälaren with the Baltic Sea.

What's more, you'll pass many sights of the city and the different parts of Stockholm. The Islands of Södermalm, Stora and Lilla Essingen, the new area Hammarby Sjöstad and the nature of Djurgården is some of the places you will see outside the window of this boat as well as the inner city and the Old Town.

More details to come.

Grab a warm coffee & breakfast at the hotel for your days adventure!

Visit one of the most impressive palaces in the world, the Royal Palace of Stockholm. The palace dates back to the 18th century and is one of the most interesting historic buildings in Stockholm. Uncover the rich past of the Swedish royal family and learn about the day-to-day lives of the modern monarchy.

See how the Swedish Royals live and the secrets of this stunning royal residence and marvel at the beautiful baroque architecture of the palace's 600 rooms and 11 floors.

Located in the picturesque medieval Old Town, Storkyrkan Stockholm Cathedral is the mother church in Stockholm and dates back to the 1300s. The Cathedral has been at the heart of religious and political life in Sweden. Events and personalities have left their mark, inside and out, and still do in the form of royal weddings and the opening ceremony of the parliament every autumn.
The Cathedral is the home for many well-known artifacts as the wooden sculpture St George and the Dragon and the Parhelion painting, amongst a few. There is also the opportunity to experience other events in the cathedral, like concerts and performances with various artists and music.

The Cathedral is the home for many well-known artifacts as the wooden sculpture St George and the Dragon and the Parhelion painting, amongst a few.
There is also the opportunity to experience other events in the cathedral, like concerts and performances with various artists and music.
Audioguide is also available for 20 SEK.

More details to come.

Grab a warm coffee & breakfast at the hotel for your days adventure!

This living-history museum showcases five centuries of Swedish tradition, innovation and craftsmanship across 75 acres.

Set on Stockholm’s Djurgården island, Skansen boasts over 150 buildings that have been collected from all over Sweden, dismantled and reassembled here. Step back in time to meet the people who would have lived and worked in them in centuries past. There’s even a full-scale replica of a 19th-century Swedish town to explore, where traditional craftspeople ply their trades and demonstrate their skills as cobblers, tanners, glass-blowers and more, in full period costume.

Step back into the Viking Age at The Viking Museum in Stockholm. This immersive attraction brings history to life with guided tours, live craft demonstrations, detailed reconstructions of Viking life and a narrated story ride.

Explore fascinating archaeological objects and discover the myths, legends and everyday realities of this remarkable era. A must-visit for history lovers and curious explorers alike.

More details to come.

Grab a warm coffee & breakfast at the hotel for your days adventure!

Delve deep into Stockholm's culinary scene with this 4-hour walking tour. Get a comprehensive introduction to Swedish food and learn about the culinary history of this Scandinavian country. Walk approximately 2 miles (3.5 km) through the bustling city, stopping at 7 local restaurants. Taste foods such as fish soup, meatballs and Swedish salty licorice; all tastings are included and add up to a full meal.

• Learn about Sweden's culinary culture and history

• 7 stops in local bars, restaurants, farmers markets and specialty shops

• Tastings add up to a full meal

• Walking distance is 2 miles (3.5 km)

More details to come.

Grab a warm coffee & breakfast at the hotel for your days adventure!

Escape the busy city life and explore Swedish nature on a guided hike through the stunning Nacka Nature Reserve, just outside Stockholm. This tour takes you through dense forests, along lakes, and over high granite cliffs, offering a refreshing outdoor adventure.

We start directly from our office at the edge of the reserve and walk into the heart of the wilderness. An experienced guide leads the way, sharing fascinating insights into Swedish culture, local wildlife, and the area's geology. While the reserve is home to deer and other animals, sightings are not guaranteed.

The hike includes some off-trail sections, adapted to the group’s abilities and weather conditions. Halfway through, enjoy a campfire-cooked lunch in a secluded spot. During fire restrictions, typically in August, we use gas stoves instead.

After hiking approximately 10–12 km, we finish the tour with a short, 20-minute public bus ride back to Slussen Subway Station, where you can continue your day in Stockholm.

More details to come.

The BBT staff will assist with airport transfer. 

If flight allows.

If you would like to extend your stay, we would be happy to help you plan your itinerary. 

Perfect for travelers looking to save and connect. Share a comfortable room with another traveler and enjoy all the same great experiences at a lower cost. If you’re traveling with a friend, let us know your roommate preference at checkout. Otherwise, we’ll thoughtfully pair you with someone of a similar age and teaching level.

Ideal for those who prefer extra privacy. Relax in your own room after each day’s adventure while still enjoying all group activities and inclusions. A great option for travelers who want a little more personal space.

Heads-Up, Snoozers!  If you snore like a bear, rock a CPAP machine, need white noise, or have any other quirky sleep habits, we totally understand — everyone has their bedtime vibe! But to keep things peaceful for your fellow travelers, please consider booking a private room.

Even better? Bring a friend you’ve already shared a room (and some laughs) with, and have them register too!

Let’s keep the Zzzs drama-free and the vibes just right. Thanks for being the considerate rockstar you are!

Bookbag Tours is dedicated to providing quality professional development through immersive travel experiences for educators and their family and friends. Our trips offer a truly global perspective, allowing participants to gain insights that enrich their classrooms and lives.

Our mission is to empower educators and their companions with hands-on global experiences, equipping them to inspire students both in and out of the classroom.

With Bookbag Tours, you’ll earn 20+ professional development hours while exploring incredible countries alongside fellow educators and their guests. We also offer specialized trips focused on Marine Conservation and Ancient Civilizations that provide excellent PD without school visits, ensuring valuable knowledge is brought back to every participant.

We’re committed to enhancing the lives of those who strive to make the world a better place through meaningful group trips, professional development conferences, and cultural engagement.

We're here to help you plan the perfect adventure! For any inquiries or assistance, feel free to reach out:

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