Scandinavian Capitals in 11 Days
Denmark · Norway · Sweden
Overview
This route links Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm — each easily reached from the next — with a detour to Bergen via the Bergensbanen, widely considered one of the world's most scenic train journeys, and a fjord cruise from there before flying on to Stockholm.
- Duration
- 11 days
- Pace
- Fast-paced
- Transport
- Mixed
- Estimated budget (comfortable)
- €1,700–€2,100
Route
1. Copenhagen2. Oslo3. Bergen4. Stockholm
Highlights
- The Bergensbanen scenic railway across Norway's mountain plateau
- A Nærøyfjord cruise from Bergen
- Copenhagen's Nyhavn and Tivoli Gardens
- Stockholm's Gamla Stan old town
Worth knowing
- Among the most expensive regions in the world for food and lodging
- Fast pace — 4 stops in 11 days with two long travel days
- Fjord cruise weather and views are best May–September
Day by day
Day 1
CopenhagenMain activities
- Arrive
- Nyhavn harbour
Overnight: Copenhagen
Day 2
CopenhagenMain activities
- Tivoli Gardens
- The Little Mermaid and Christiania
Optional additions
- Canal tour
Overnight: Copenhagen
Day 3
Copenhagen → OsloMain activities
- Flight to Oslo (~1h)
- Oslo waterfront and Akershus Fortress
~1 hour flightOvernight: Oslo
Day 4
OsloMain activities
- Vigeland Sculpture Park
- Viking Ship Museum
Optional additions
- Munch Museum
Overnight: Oslo
Day 5
Oslo → BergenMain activities
- Scenic Bergensbanen train (~7h)
- Bryggen wharf evening walk
~7 hours · Bergensbanen scenic railwayOvernight: Bergen
Day 6
BergenMain activities
- Fløyen funicular viewpoint
- Fish market
Overnight: Bergen
Day 7
Bergen areaMain activities
- Nærøyfjord cruise day trip
Overnight: Bergen
Day 8
Bergen → StockholmMain activities
- Flight via Oslo (~3h total)
- Gamla Stan old town
~3 hours totalOvernight: Stockholm
Day 9
StockholmMain activities
- Vasa Museum
- Djurgården park
Overnight: Stockholm
Day 10
StockholmMain activities
- Free day
Optional additions
- Stockholm archipelago boat trip
Overnight: Stockholm
Day 11
StockholmMain activities
- Departure
Overnight: Stockholm
Alternatives
Shorter version · 7 days
Drop Bergen and fly Oslo → Stockholm directly.
Longer extension · 14 days
Add Helsinki as a 3-day extension by overnight ferry from Stockholm.