Visit Rosenborg Castle, a renaissance style building designed as the king’s summer residence, right in the heart of the city. The castle was built as a summer home in 1606 and in the 1830s, became property of the state and now serves as a museum and royal treasury.

A panoramic drive takes you pass the National Art Gallery and the old Naval District of Nyboder on the way to Rosenborg Castle, home of the Danish Crown Jewels. During your visit, you’ll see the Knights’ Hall and many other well preserved areas of the castle. Admire its grand collection of art pieces, antiques and royal memorabilia, and in a specially-designed cellar, you can view the Crown Jewels.

On the return drive, stop for photos at the statue of ‘Little Mermaid’.

After collecting your luggage, you'll start your tour traveling via motorcoach to the major sights of Copenhagen like the magnificent Gefion Fountain, Amalienborg Palace - winter residence of the Royal Family and the famous square Kongens Nytorv, where you can see the Royal Theatre. Then, you'll head over to the Old Fish Market where you'll cruise through the bustling harbor of Copenhagen.

From your boat, enjoy the many wonderful towers and waterfront activities of the city. One of the great highlights is the Little Mermaid, a tribute to Hans Christian Andersen. Continue through the picturesque canals of Christianshavn and Frederiksholm, where historical buildings are to be enjoyed side by side with more modern architecture.

OVERVIEW

Behold three radical, modernistic buildings and gain knowledge of little-known facts about their extraordinary designs. The Black Diamond extension to the Royal Library is as revolutionary as it looks. The irregularly shaped monolithic prism is clad in black granite and leans toward the river to capture as much natural light as possible. The building’s significant tilt, wave-like balconies and expansion as it rises from top to bottom presented a slew of design challenges that your guide will thoroughly explain. The Crystal is also a stunning example of modern architecture. Suspended above the ground, this angular glass structure appears to float, creating a sense of lightness and transparency that contrasts beautifully with the surrounding historic buildings. The Copenhagen Opera House will be a wonder to see from waterfront. With its sweeping lines and innovative architecture, the Opera House stands as a symbol of Denmark’s cultural and artistic ambitions. From our vantage point, you’ll gain a unique perspective on how the building’s design interacts with its surroundings, blending seamlessly with the water and sky.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Admire The Crystal's innovative glass design, reflecting Copenhagen’s blend of sustainability and modern architecture.
• Gain insight into why the Black Diamond intentionally tilts and expands from top to bottom.
• Enjoy stunning waterfront views of the Opera House, where modern design harmonizes with Copenhagen's harbor.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Snap selfies at the most photogenic spots in and around Copenhagen, many of them iconic attractions that define the city. To ensure the best possible results, a selfie tutor will offer tips so you can capture just the right angle, lighting and composition for every shot. Selfie sticks and selfie photo frames are also available. Your pictures will be ideal for posting on social media and sharing in other ways.

As you walk and ride through Copenhagen, you will pause at designated selfie stops that include:
• Christiansborg Palace
• Rosenborg Castle
• 17th-century Nyhavn district
• Frederik’s Church
• Amalienborg
• Gefion Fountain
• Little Mermaid statue

HIGHLIGHTS

• Take inspiring selfies at the most photogenic attractions in Copenhagen.
• Follow tips from your selfie tutor to ensure the very best pictures.
• Learn the historical significance of the locales while enjoying their dramatic settings.
• See landmarks such as Rosenborg Castle and the royal residence Amalienborg.
• Spend free time in the Nyhavn district where Hans Christian Andersen lived.
• Pause at the Little Mermaid statue, perhaps the most iconic landmark of all.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Settle in at a popular restaurant for a sampling of classic Danish local treats and enjoy a delightful walk through the wonderfully atmospheric streets of the capital city. Copenhagen has long been a foodie paradise, a reputation based on classic offerings such as the ones you will be served. They include smørrebrød, an open-faced rye-bread sandwich typically topped with pickled herring, onions, capers and fresh herbs. You can also expect to sample flødeboller, a chocolate-dipped confection made with fluffy marshmallow and baked marzipan. The exact ingredients in the items will depend on the chef’s interpretations of their recipes. Your walk through downtown will be just as inspiring. The guide will describe the landmarks along the way, which include the Royal Residence Amalienborg Palace and waterfront Gefion fountain, the largest monument in Copenhagen. As you meander through the canal-lined Nyhavn district, you may spot Nyhavn 20, the former home of author Hans Christian Andersen.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Sample classic Danish local treats that will likely include smørrebrød and flødeboller.
• Enjoy a leisurely walk-through downtown as the guide describes the landmarks.
• See architectural gems such as Amalienborg Palace and the Nyhavn district.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

Settle in for an enlightening drive through Copenhagen and admire the most well-known landmarks before sitting down to a traditional Danish lunch in a classic setting. While traveling through the capital city, you will pass architectural gems such as the Glyptotek, a museum that holds a staggering 10,000 works of art and archaeological objects. For a closer look at Copenhagen’s icons, you will pause for photos at the famed Little Mermaid statue and at the Nyhavn district, which is best known for the colorful 17th- and 18th-century townhouses along the canals. The meal that follows at the Aamanns Replik restaurant will be just as memorable. Choose from two smørrebrøds, which are open-faced sandwiches on rye bread. One of them will be topped with cold smoked salmon, pickled cucumbers and a wild garlic known as ramson. The vegetarian option will feature ingredients such as glazed beetroots, smoked cheese and the turnip cabbage kohlrabi.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Pass one landmark after another on a panoramic drive through Copenhagen.
• Stop at the Little Mermaid statue and pass the colorful Nyhavn district townhouses.
• Enjoy a traditional Danish meal at the waterfront restaurant Aamanns Replik.
• Dine on an open-faced rye bread sandwich known as a smørrebrød, followed by dessert.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Catch all the highlights of Copenhagen and appreciate its rich history on this orientation tour by land and by water.

Enjoy a leisurely canal boat ride along the city’s waterways and pay a visit to the ‘Little Mermaid’. You’ll then cruise through the harbor to see the Royal Palace, the new Opera House and Nyhavn – the colorful canal lined with bars and cafes. You then continue though the canals of Christianshavn where you’ll see Our Saviour’s Church, the Black Diamond and go around Christiansborg Palace, seat of the Danish Parliament.

At the end of your canal cruise, your motorcoach will be waiting to continue your tour of the city, discovering more of its highlights.

OVERVIEW

An experience straight out of a fairytale. Explore landmarks in Copenhagen and the path of beloved Danish author Hans Christian Andersen, who spent much of his life in the capital. The Little Mermaid statue in the harbor was inspired by Andersen’s famous fairytale and has become an important symbol for the city. You will also spend time in the 17th-century Nyhavn district, where Andersen resided in the four-story building Nyhavn 20. A historical marker commemorates the author, who wrote The Princess and the Pea there. Other highlights include the stunning royal residence, the Amalienborg Palace, where Andersen once spent Christmas, and Rosenborg Castle, where you will find a bronze statue of the author in the King’s Garden. You will delve even deeper into his life at the Hans Christian Andersen Experience, an immersive experience with exhibits that bring his fairytales to life, from the real story behind the Little Mermaid to a look into his writing desk. Travel through time, step into the storybooks and let yourself be charmed by your happy ever after.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Trace the life of Danish author Hans Christian Andersen through relevant attractions.
• See where Andersen lived in Copenhagen and his statue at Rosenborg Castle.
• Stop at the iconic Little Mermaid statue inspired by Andersen’s fairytale of the same name.
• Become immersed in the author’s life at the Hans Christian Andersen Experience museum.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW

See the 17th-century royal residence Rosenborg Castle and iconic waterfront attractions, which you might discuss while enjoying a traditional Danish lunch. You will first stop at the Little Mermaid statue that Hans Christian Andersen’s famous fairytale inspired. The author lived much of his adult life in the Nyhavn district, which is known for the rows of colorful and historical townhouses that line the canals. You will pass them on the way to Rosenborg, an opulent castle that was the former summer retreat for Denmark’s royal family. While strolling the castle grounds, which were laid out in the early 1600s, you may see a statue of Andersen in the leafy King’s Garden. A short but wonderfully scenic walk will bring you to the restaurant Aamanns Replik. The lunch menu for your lunch includes a choice of smørrebrøds – open-faced rye bread sandwiches – one of them topped with cold smoked salmon, the other a vegetarian offering.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Stop at the Little Mermaid statue and pass the colorful Nyhavn district townhouses.
• Stroll the beautiful gardens that surround 17th-century Rosenborg Castle.
• Enjoy a traditional Danish meal at the waterfront restaurant Aamanns Replik.
• Dine on an open-faced rye bread sandwich known as a smørrebrød, followed by dessert.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Bicycle through the flat streets of Copenhagen, eventually stopping at a brew pub to experience an authentic slice of local life. Copenhagen was named the world’s first official Bike City, and the bicycle culture is deeply ingrained. Bikes are so prevalent that there are supposedly more of them than people, so you will be in good company bicycling. You will start by following a path to the 17th-century pentagram-shaped Citadel, from which you will enjoy a panoramic view of Winston Churchill Park, one of Copenhagen’s revered urban oases. You will then pedal past brightly colored houses lining narrow streets while pausing every so often for photos. For an even closer look into daily life, you will stop in a microbrewery located in a 17th-century building. There you will sample several beers, along with smørrebrød, open-face sandwiches that are considered a national dish. Afterwards, you will visit a supermarket that sourced many of the ingredients.

HIGHLIGHTS:
• Enjoy a leisurely bicycle tour through the flat streets of Copenhagen, an official Bike City.
• Pause along the route for photos of attractions that best represent the local lifestyle.
• Sample a selection of beers and a traditional open-face sandwich at a microbrewery.

After collecting your luggage, you'll start this comprehensive tour, covering all the major sights of the Danish Capital. Your first stop will be at the most famous Copenhagen landmark, The Little Mermaid, inspired by H. C. Andersen's fairytale. Then, an outside visit of the Amalienborg Palace - winter residence of the Royal Family. From the square in front of the Palace, enjoy the view just across the harbor to the beautiful Royal Danish Opera house.

Pass by some of the greatest sights like the colorful harbor district of Nyhavn on to The Old Stock Exchange, the Christiansborg Palace home to the Danish Parliament and the National Museum. Before heading to the airport you'll pass by the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek and Tivoli Gardens, both founded by the owner of the Carlsberg Brewery, Carl Jacobsen.