Denmark Self Drive - 9 days

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9 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

2 peopleMinimum to book

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Starts

Copenhagen, Denmark

Ends

Copenhagen, Denmark

Highlights

Nyhavn – A vibrant canal lined with colourful buildings and historic ships, perfect for a scenic stroll.

The Little Mermaid – The iconic statue of Hans Christian Andersen’s character, set against the backdrop of the sea.

Frederiksborg Castle – A breathtaking Renaissance castle on a lake with grand interiors and beautiful gardens.

Kronborg Castle – A UNESCO World Heritage site and the famous setting for Shakespeare’s Hamlet.

Roskilde Cathedral (UNESCO) – A magnificent cathedral, the burial site of Danish kings, showcasing stunning Gothic architecture.

Grenen – The northernmost point of Denmark, where the North Sea and Baltic Sea meet, creating a unique natural phenomenon.

Itinerary

PRIVATE TOUR: Discover the best of Denmark on a 9 day self drive journey through its rich history and stunning landscapes. From the vibrant canals of Copenhagen to the medieval grandeur of Frederiksborg Castle, explore royal palaces, Viking monuments, and picturesque towns. Visit UNESCO-listed sites like Roskilde Cathedral and the Jelling Runestones, and witness the natural wonder where the North Sea and Baltic Sea meet at Grenen. With a blend of cultural heritage, art, and breathtaking scenery, this tour offers an unforgettable experience of Denmark's past and present.

day 1 - Copenhagen

Arrive at Copenhagen Airport and collect your rental car.

Depending on your arrival time, explore the city's highlights at your own pace, including the scenic canal district, Town Hall Square, Christiansborg Castle, Kongens Nytorv Square, and the Royal Theatre. Stroll through Nyhavn, known for its colourful merchant houses and Andersen’s former home at No. 67. Visit Amalienborg Palace, the royal residence, and admire the Gefion Fountain before seeing the iconic Little Mermaid gazing out to sea.

OverNight:Copenhagen

day 2 - Royal Castles and Coastal Roads

If time allows, take the optional Classic Canal Tour through Copenhagen’s harbour and canals.

Begin your exploration of Sjælland’s castles in Hillerod with a visit to Frederiksborg Castle and its chapel (entrance included). Then, head to Fredensborg to see Fredensborg Castle, the royal family's summer residence, and its park. Please note that entrance to Fredensborg Castle is not included.

Continue along the Strandvejen coastal road to Helsingor (Elsinore), where you can visit Kronborg Castle (NOT included), the 16th-century Renaissance fortress immortalised in Shakespeare’s Hamlet.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Copenhagen

day 3 - Viking History and the Great Belt Crossing

Copenhagen - Roskilde - Nyborg - Odens - Kolding. Head to Roskilde, a city with over 1,000 years of history. Visit its UNESCO-listed cathedral before stepping into the Viking Age at the Viking Ship Museum (entrance included), located on the edge of the fjord and showcasing an extraordinary 31-metre warship — the longest ever discovered.

Continue your journey across the Storebælt Bridge, linking Sjælland to Funen. Along the way, stop in Nyborg, a hidden gem and historic royal city dating back to the early Middle Ages. Once Denmark’s first capital, Nyborg offers a glimpse into over 800 years of history. If time allows, enjoy a 3.1 km walk along the preserved ramparts, passing palisades, moats, bastions and historic gates.

Later today, arrive in Odense, the hometown of Danish storyteller Hans Christian Andersen. You may choose to visit the HC Andersen Museum (not included). One of Denmark’s oldest cities, Odense dates back to the Viking Age and is home to the UNESCO-listed ring fortress of Nonnebakken, offering a fascinating setting for history-themed exploration.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Kolding

day 4 - Egeskov Castle and Ribe

Kolding- Fano. Start the day with a visit to Koldinghus, a 750-year-old castle of national significance. Today it is a modern museum and world-class attraction, known for its award-winning restoration and international exhibitions.

Continue to Ribe, Denmark’s oldest town. From here, trade between Scandinavia and the rest of Europe began, and Christianity spread throughout the region. Ribe also played a key role in Viking history, with wooden ships setting out to trade — and to raid — across Europe. Today, the town offers a peaceful, cosy atmosphere in its pedestrian streets, art museum, abbey and traditional eateries.

Next, drive to Esbjerg, the gateway to the west, to see the giant sculpture Man Meets the Sea, symbolising the meeting between unspoilt mankind and nature.

In the afternoon, take a short ferry ride (12 minutes, every 30 minutes) from Esbjerg Harbour to the island of Fanø. Most of the island is pristine nature, part of the Wadden Sea National Park. Explore the historic villages of Nordby and Sønderho with their charming shops, local artisans, restaurants and cafés. Fans of outdoor activities can enjoy surfing, beach cruising, horse riding, kite flying and more along Fanø’s wide, unspoilt beaches.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Fano

day 5 - Viking Monuments

Fano - Viborg - Aalborg. Head to Jelling, just west of Vejle, to see the Jelling Runestones, one of the Viking era’s most significant monuments near Jelling Church.

Then, travel to Viborg to admire Northern Europe’s largest granite church.

Continue to Aalborg, home to the Lindholm Hoje, a remarkable Viking necropolis with 700 stone formations.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Aalborg

day 6 - Where Two Seas Collide

Aalborg - Skagen -Aalborg. Travel north to Jammer Bay in North Jutland, passing the Rubjerg Knude Lighthouse, perched on a 90-metre cliff offering breathtaking views.

Continue to Skagen, a charming town that inspired 19th-century Danish painters.

Visit Grenen, Denmark's northernmost point, where the North Sea and the Baltic meet.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Aalborg

day 7 - Cultural Aarhus

Skagen - Hobro - Aarhus. Travel to Hobro and visit the Viking Centre of Fyrkat, one of Denmark’s four key Viking fortresses. Next, head to Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city, known for its youthful energy, with over 40,000 students, and its thriving art and culture scene. Discover the ARoS Art Museum (not included), with its striking building and impressive collection, offering events for all ages.

You can also take in Aarhus Cathedral, Denmark's longest, housing the largest organ and the most frescoes in the country. In the Latin Quarter, near the cathedral, browse antique shops, art galleries, and trendy boutiques. Don’t miss Den Gamle By, an open-air museum where over sixty reconstructed houses bring the city’s past to life.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Aarhus

day 8 - Ferry to Sjaelland

Aarhus - Copenhagen. Board the ferry to Sjælland Island. Upon arrival in Odden, continue your journey to Copenhagen. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

Meals:1 Breakfast

OverNight:Copenhagen

day 9 - Copenhagen

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading out for some last-minute Viking souvenir shopping. Then, drive to the airport to return your rental car.

Meals:1 Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

8 nights 4 star hotels

Meals

8 breakfasts

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Car rental for the entire duration of the stay, category B (Opel Corsa type or similar), including unlimited mileage, partial redemption of excess in the event of accident or theft, local taxes, credit card mandatory for bank imprint. Driver must be aged 25 years or older.Arhus – Odden ferry crossing (car included).

Entrance

Entrance to Frederiksborg castleEntrance to viking ship museum in RoskildeEntrance to Egeskov Castle

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