10 Days Itinerary: Exploring Northern Lights in Oslo, Copenhagen, and Stockholm

  • Day 1: Oslo - Northern Lights
    3 hours from Oslo city center

    Witness the Aurora Borealis phenomenon and explore the snowy landscapes at Northern Lights in Oslo. An experience worth cherishing.

  • Day 2: Oslo - Viking Ship Museum
    1 hour 10 minutes (8.7 km) from Northern Lights

    Get mesmerized by the authentic Viking ships from the 9th century and learn about Viking culture and their beliefs at the Viking Ship Museum.

  • Day 3: Copenhagen - Tivoli Gardens
    7 hours (445 km) from Viking Ship Museum

    Spend an entire day at Tivoli Gardens filled with thrilling rides, gourmet food, live performances, and mesmerizing fireworks.

  • Day 4: Copenhagen - Copenhagen Zoo
    15 minutes (5.6 km) from Tivoli Gardens

    Meet over 4,000 animals from all over the world and take a stroll in the lush green garden at Copenhagen Zoo.

  • Day 5: Copenhagen - The Little Mermaid Statue
    10 minutes (3.4 km) from Copenhagen Zoo

    Take a glimpse of one of the most iconic symbols of Denmark, the Little Mermaid statue, located at the harbor.

  • Day 6: Stockholm - Vasa Museum
    7 hours 45 minutes (617 km) from The Little Mermaid Statue

    Discover the Vasa ship, one of the best-preserved wrecks salvaged after 300 years, along with exhibitions on war, peace, and life in the 17th century.

  • Day 7: Stockholm - Skansen Open-Air Museum
    26 minutes (1 km) from Vasa Museum

    Experience the Nordic lifestyle from the 15th century onwards at the oldest open-air museum and zoo in the world, Skansen.

  • Day 8: Stockholm - ABBA Museum
    9 minutes (2.5 km) from Skansen Open-Air Museum

    Indulge in the rich cultural phenomenon of Swedish music legends, ABBA, with memorabilia, history, and behind-the-scenes insights at the ABBA Museum.

  • Day 9: Stockholm - Royal Palace of Stockholm
    12 minutes (3 km) from ABBA Museum

    Visit the stunning architecture and explore the history and culture of the Swedish monarchy at the Royal Palace of Stockholm.

  • Day 10: Stockholm - Gamla Stan
    5 minutes (1.2 km) from Royal Palace of Stockholm

    Stroll along the narrow alleys, picturesque alleys, and colorful buildings of the 13th century Old Town, Gamla Stan, and end your trip with a sense of nostalgia.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Northern Lights (3 hours, $60)
  • Viking Ship Museum (1 hour 10 minutes, $20)
  • Tivoli Gardens (1 day, $50)
  • Copenhagen Zoo (2 hours, $15)
  • The Little Mermaid Statue (30 minutes, free)
  • Vasa Museum (2 hours, $20)
  • Skansen Open-Air Museum (2 hours, $25)
  • ABBA Museum (2 hours, $35)
  • Royal Palace of Stockholm (2 hours, $30)
  • Gamla Stan (2 hours, free)

  • Total Estimated Costs: $270

Transportation

Getting around is relatively easy in Oslo, Copenhagen, and Stockholm thanks to efficient public transport systems. The best way to travel from Oslo to Copenhagen and from Copenhagen to Stockholm would be by flight. Flights between these cities take just an hour, and using budget airlines like Norwegian, Ryanair, or Wizz Air can save both time and cost. Consider purchasing a public transport pass for the duration of the trip to save time and money. A three-day pass for public transport in Copenhagen, for example, costs around $33.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit the historic city of Bergen in Norway or explore the archipelago of Stockholm. If you have less time, skip Copenhagen Zoo and ABBA Museum or reduce the duration of the trip to 7 days.

Airports

The primary airport in Oslo is Oslo Airport (OSL), located outside the city center, around 48 km north. Copenhagen has the Copenhagen Airport (CPH), situated just 8 km from the city center. Stockholm has four airports, with the Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) being the largest, located around 40 km north of the city center.

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