10 days in Western Europe Itinerary

One of Europe's most culturally diverse cities, Stockholm extends over 14 islands, united by a series of tunnels and bridges.

On the 8th (Sat), admire the striking features of Drottningholm Palace, then explore the engaging exhibits at Nordiska Museet, then see the interesting displays at Vasa Museum, and finally examine the collection at ABBA The Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 9th (Sun): enjoy fun for all ages at Grona Lunds Tivoli, then see the interesting displays at Skansen, and then get to know the fascinating history of Monteliusvagen.

For other places to visit, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Stockholm trip planner.

New York City, USA to Stockholm is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. You'll lose 6 hours traveling from New York City to Stockholm due to the time zone difference. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from New York City in October; daily highs in Stockholm reach 51°F and lows reach 39°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Oslo.

Norway's capital city, Oslo boasts a thousand years of history and a diverse mix of architecture that blends old, new, and ultra-modern.

Oslo is known for museums, nightlife, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at Vigeland Museum, stroll around Vigeland Park, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and examine the collection at The Ibsen Museum.

For where to stay, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Oslo trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Stockholm to Oslo takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In October, daytime highs in Oslo are 52°F, while nighttime lows are 35°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Bergen.

A city famed for its underground music scene, Bergen also serves as the gateway to the fjords of Norway's western coastline.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Thu): contemplate the long history of Troldhaugen Edvard Grieg Museum, stroll through Ulriken, then stop by Julehuset - Christmas Shop, and finally don't miss a visit to Ludvig Holberg Statue. On your second day here, take a leisurely stroll along Bryggen, take in the awesome beauty at Mount Floyen and the Funicular, then hunt for treasures at Fish Market, and finally brush up on your military savvy at Bergenhus Festningsmuesum.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, read our Bergen trip itinerary site.

Traveling by flight from Oslo to Bergen takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Oslo in October, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 43°F in Bergen. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Tromso.

The cultural and economic hub of northern Norway, Tromso boasts a historical city center containing one of the highest concentrations of wooden houses in Europe.

On the 15th (Sat), meet the residents at Polaria, then examine the collection at The Polar Museum, and then admire the landmark architecture of The Arctic Cathedral.

For maps, reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Tromso driving holiday planner.

Getting from Bergen to Tromso by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Bergen in October, things will get slightly colder in Tromso: highs are around 42°F and lows about 34°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Stockholm.

On the 16th (Sun), explore the world behind art at Fotografiska Stockholm, then admire the striking features of Stockholm City Hall, then step into the grandiose world of Royal Palace, and finally see the interesting displays at Royal Armory.

To see ratings, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Stockholm online trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by flight from Tromso to Stockholm takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, car, and train. Traveling from Tromso in October, expect nights in Stockholm to be about the same, around 39°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 51°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can fly back home.