8 days in Stockholm, Kiruna & Narvik Itinerary

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

Attractions like Vasa Museum and Royal Palace make great kid-friendly stops. The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Skansen, find something for the whole family at Junibacken, enjoy breathtaking views from Stockholm City Hall, and explore the engaging exhibits at Nobel Prize Museum.

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Stockholm is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. You'll gain 7 hours traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Stockholm due to the time zone difference. In August, Stockholm is colder than Kuala Lumpur - with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Kiruna.

Sweden's northernmost city, Kiruna remains best known for its proximity to the world's first hotel-museum built entirely of snow and ice.

On the 9th (Tue), see the winter wonderland with Svea Snowmobile, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Jukkasjärvi Kyrka & Församlingsgård, make a trip to Kiruna Stadshuset, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Kiruna Kyrka, and finally make a trip to Treriksroset.

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Getting from Stockholm to Kiruna by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Stockholm in August, expect Kiruna to be slightly colder, temps between 18°C and 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Tue) so you can go by car to Narvik.

or Áhkanjárga is the third-largest town and municipality in Nordland county, Norway by population. Kick off your visit on the 10th (Wed): fly down the slopes at Narvikfjellet, get engrossed in the history at Narvik Krigsmuseum, and then get lost in a book at Narvik Bibliotek. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: examine the collection at Ballangen Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Narvik Church, and then get engrossed in the history at Narvik museum.

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Getting from Kiruna to Narvik by car takes about 2.5 hours. Traveling from Kiruna in August, Narvik is a bit warmer at night with lows of 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) so you can travel back home.