Ten days in Scandinavia, for two
Hygge in Aarhus, canal lights in Amsterdam, castle dinners in Sweden, medieval Visby on Gotland and the fjord city of Trondheim: a northern honeymoon of design, history and long summer evenings.
Full 10-day trip for two, door to door from the USA
Where the money goes
Estimated budget for two over 10 days, in US dollars. Food and drink cost more than in southern Europe; hotel breakfasts help.
| Category | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| International flightsUSA ⇄ Copenhagen or Billund, return from Trondheim, 2 people. | $1,400 – $2,600 |
| Accommodation (9 nights)About $200–$450 a night: Scandic, Radisson and NH Collection hotels. | $1,800 – $4,050 |
| Meals and diningNordic cuisine is expensive; breakfast is usually included. | $1,000 – $1,800 |
| Activities and experiencesCanal cruise, castle visits, Gotland ferry, museums. | $500 – $900 |
| Transport in the regionTrains, the Gotland ferry and short flights. | $700 – $1,200 |
| Ground totalAll costs on the ground, excluding international flights | $4,000 – $7,950 |
| Grand totalFull 10-day trip for two, door to door from the USA | $5,400 – $10,550 |
Estimates only. Prices vary by season, departure city and availability.
Suggested 10-day itinerary
Denmark, the Netherlands, Sweden and Norway. Each stop shows the estimated cost of your stay.
Aarhus, Denmark
Hygge & Harbor Romance
- ARoS art museum and its rainbow panorama walkway.
- Den Gamle By open-air town.
- Harbour bath and Aarhus Ø waterfront.
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Canal Lights & Golden Hour
- Evening canal cruise.
- Rijksmuseum and the Jordaan.
- Bike ride along the canals.
Örebro & Solna, Sweden
Castle Dinners & Royal Parks
- Örebro Castle on its island in the river.
- Haga Park and the royal palaces in Solna.
Visby, Gotland
Medieval Magic & Northern Lights
- Walk the medieval walls and rose-covered lanes.
- Sunset at the ruins of St Karin's Church.
- Northern lights are rare this far south, but possible on clear winter nights.
Trondheim, Norway
The Portal of Happiness
- Nidaros Cathedral and the colourful Bakklandet wharves.
- Make a wish on the Old Town Bridge, the "Portal of Happiness".
- Fly home from Trondheim.
Special notes for an intimate escape
Nordic romance.
Castle dinner
Several Swedish castles host dinners and overnight stays; book a candlelit dinner in a vaulted hall.
Private canal boat
Hire a small electric boat for two with wine and cheese for an evening cruise.
Logistics and travel tips
Best time to go
June–August for long days; December for Christmas markets.
Getting around
Trains and short flights are efficient; book the Gotland ferry early in summer.
Money
Denmark, Sweden and Norway use their own kronor; cards are accepted almost everywhere.
Entry
Check ETIAS requirements for the Schengen area before you travel.
Plan the Scandinavia trip at $270 – $528 per person a day
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