10 days in Western Europe Itinerary

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

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sat): admire the masterpieces at Vigeland Museum, then walk around Vigeland Park, then take an in-depth tour of Fram Museum, and finally get engrossed in the history at Kon-Tiki Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the masterpieces at Munchmuseet, contemplate the long history of Akershus Castle and Fortress (Akershus Slott og Festning), and then examine the collection at The Ibsen Museum.

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New York City, USA to Oslo is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. Traveling from New York City to Oslo, you'll lose 6 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from New York City in October: highs in Oslo hover around 52°F, while lows dip to 35°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Mon): see the interesting displays at Theta Museum, appreciate the extensive heritage of Bryggen, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Floyen and the Funicular, then hunt for treasures at Fish Market, and finally pause for some photo ops at Ludvig Holberg Statue.

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Traveling by flight from Oslo to Bergen takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Bergen when traveling from Oslo in October, with lows around 43°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can fly to Alesund.

A lively seaport renowned for its high concentration of Art Nouveau buildings, Alesund stretches over seven islands and features a compact city center almost entirely surrounded by water.

On the 11th (Tue), don't miss a visit to Fjellstua Viewpoint, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Borgernes veg and Aksla Stadion, and then pause for some photo ops at Memorial Shetland Bus.

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Getting from Bergen to Alesund by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or ride a ferry. October in Alesund sees daily highs of 53°F and lows of 43°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can fly to Stockholm.

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

Stockholm is known for museums, sightseeing, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: examine the collection at Vasa Museum, enjoy breathtaking views from Stockholm City Hall, admire the masterpieces at Fotografiska Stockholm, and have a blast at Grona Lunds Tivoli.

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You can fly from Alesund to Stockholm in 6 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In October, daytime highs in Stockholm are 51°F, while nighttime lows are 39°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can fly to Gothenburg.

Situated on Sweden's western coastline, Gothenburg attracts visitors with cultural festivals, a lively music scene, and a blend of classical and modern architecture.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): experience the excitement of Teamtastic Goteborg, then find something for the whole family at Liseberg Amusement Park, then have fun and explore at Universeum, and finally make a trip to Kvarnbyn. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 16th (Sun): appreciate the extensive heritage of Haga and then soak in style at Hamam Goteborg.

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Traveling by flight from Stockholm to Gothenburg takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In October in Gothenburg, expect temperatures between 53°F during the day and 42°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) to allow time to fly back home.