3-Week Norway and Sweden Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 3-week Norway And Sweden tour itineraries

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• 21 Days in Scandinavia, incl. Copenhagen and Stockholm

  Norway and Sweden unfold before you, from Oslo's striking Vigeland Park to Stockholm's historic Vasa Museum. The Fløibanen funicular in Bergen ascends to spectacular views, while Naeroyfjord's dramatic fjords await exploration. Local culture comes alive at Lake Siljan's traditional villages, with stops for kayaking at Vrango Island and authentic fika in Alingsas.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Copenhagen, Denmark

    Visit Copenhagen first. Walk through Nyhavn's colorful waterfront early in the morning before tourist crowds appear (7-9 AM works best). Take a Street Voices guided tour to learn about the city from locals. One traveler said: "The Street Voices tour completely changed how I saw Copenhagen - our guide's personal stories brought the city's challenges and triumphs to life." Spend your afternoons at the harbor baths or Christiansborg Palace.

    
  • Days 3-5

    Swedish West Coast

    Travel across the Øresund Bridge to Malmö and continue to Gothenburg. Take a day trip to Vrangö Island for kayaking (available May-September). Stop in Alingsås for authentic Swedish fika. Book the morning fika tour for fresh pastries and smaller crowds.

    
  • Days 6-8

    Oslo, Norway

    Take the 4-hour morning bus to Oslo. Spend your first day walking around the harborfront and climbing the Opera House rooftop. Use days 7-8 for museums. Go to the Viking Ship Museum before 10 AM to avoid crowds. Consider getting a public transport day pass instead of single tickets to save money.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Bergen

    The train ride from Oslo to Bergen offers beautiful views, especially from the right side of the train. Take the Fløibanen funicular early in the morning. Visit the Hanseatic wharf (Bryggen) during early morning or evening when it's less crowded.

    
  • Days 11-12

    Norwegian Fjords

    Stay near Gudvangen to take the Nærøyfjord cruise. Bring warm layers and rain gear even in summer. A visitor wrote: "The morning mist over Nærøyfjord was magical. Getting up early for the first boat was worth every minute of lost sleep."

    
  • Days 13-14

    Lillehammer

    Take a bus through the world's longest road tunnel to reach Lillehammer. Visit the Olympic sites and Maihaugen Open Air Museum to learn about Norwegian history. Rent a bike to get around more easily.

    
  • Days 15-16

    Swedish Lakes

    Stay in Vikarbyn near Rättvik. Join a village safari to experience real Swedish rural life. Wear good walking shoes for the lakeside paths.

    
  • Days 17-19

    Stockholm

    Take the train to Stockholm. Use a 72-hour pass to explore the art-filled subway stations. Visit the Vasa Museum right when it opens at 10 AM to avoid crowds.

    
  • Days 20-21

    Helsinki

    Take an overnight ferry from Stockholm to Helsinki. Book an upper deck cabin for better sleep. Visit Suomenlinna sea fortress on your last day using the regular ferries from Market Square.

    

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• 15 Day Scandinavia Itinerary, incl. Stockholm and Norwegian Fjords

  This 15-day adventure through Norway and Sweden showcases Stockholm's medieval Gamla Stan, Oslo's sculptural Vigeland Park, and Bergen's iconic Bryggen. The Flåm Railway and Geirangerfjord cruise offer natural spectacles, while Hotel Bristol Oslo and Alexandra Hotel Loen provide elegant retreats.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Stockholm, Sweden

    Begin your journey in Sweden's capital, spread across 14 islands. Visit Gamla Stan (Old Town) early in the morning to avoid crowds. "The narrow cobblestone streets of Gamla Stan are magical at sunrise - grab coffee at one of the local cafes before tour groups arrive." The Vasa Museum opens at 10 AM. Go right when it opens to skip the long lines. For the Royal Palace changing of guards, get there 15 minutes early and position yourself near the outer courtyard.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Gothenburg to Copenhagen

    Take a 3-hour coach ride to Orebro and stop for lunch in its medieval center. Stay overnight in Gothenburg. Visit Sofiero Palace the next day before heading to Denmark. The palace gardens look best in late afternoon light.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Copenhagen, Denmark

    Check out Nyhavn's colorful harbor but be smart about where you eat. "Skip the overpriced waterfront cafes and head two streets back for authentic Danish food at half the price." Buy Tivoli Gardens tickets online to avoid waiting in line. Take the overnight ferry to Oslo. Ask for a starboard cabin to catch the best sunrise views.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Oslo, Norway

    Oslo is easy to walk around. Get an Oslo Pass for free public transport and museum entry. Visit Vigeland Park early morning or near sunset when the sculptures look their best in natural light. "Don't miss the Viking Ship Museum, but go after 2 PM when cruise ship crowds have left."

    
  • Days 10-11

    Flåm Railway & Fjords

    The Flåm Railway is an engineering marvel, climbing 2,800 feet in just 12 miles. Take the first train at 8:30 AM for clear views and fewer tourists. Pack warm clothes. It gets cold at Myrdal mountain station. Take the afternoon Aurlandsfjord cruise for better photos.

    
  • Days 12-13

    Geirangerfjord & Loen

    Take a morning cruise on Geirangerfjord to see the Seven Sisters waterfall. "Sit on the port side going out for the best waterfall views, and don't forget a waterproof jacket - the spray reaches everywhere!"

    
  • Days 14-15

    Bergen

    Finish in Bergen, a perfect gateway to the fjords. Take the Fløibanen funicular up Mount Fløyen for sunset views. "The lines for Fløibanen are shortest during dinner time, around 6 PM." Visit the historic Bryggen wharf early before cruise ships dock.

    

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• Nordic Discovery Sweden, Finnish Lapland & 5-Night Cruise of Norway's Coast (Stockholm to Bergen)

  This 17-day Nordic trip covers 15 spots across Sweden, Finland, and Norway, with Stockholm's Gamla Stan walking tour, UNESCO-listed Gammelstad Church Town near Luleå, and Rovaniemi's Konttaniemi Reindeer Farm where you'll try reindeer soup. Cross the Arctic Circle to reach Saariselkä for a two-hour forest walk and outdoor sauna.

  

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  • Stockholm Sweden

    23 mi

  • Sigtuna Sweden

    435 mi

  • Lulea Sweden

    59 mi

  • Tornio Finland

    62 mi

  • Rovaniemi Finland

    140 mi

  • Saariselka Finland

    35 mi

  • Inari Finland

    92 mi
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  • Kirkenes Norway

    162 mi

  • Hammerfest Norway

    240 mi

  • Sortland Norway

    15 mi

  • Stokmarknes Norway

    225 mi

  • Bronnoysund Norway

    151 mi

  • Trondheim Norway

    85 mi

  • Kristiansund Norway

    203 mi

  • Bergen Norway

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