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Denmark - Trails & Castles Bike Tour

  • Copenhagen harbor with boats
  • Danish meal Copenhagen
  • Viking house reconstructed
  • Viking ship at Roskilde museum
  • Castle at Helsingor Denmark
  • Herd of deer in park in Dyrehaven, Denmark
  • Copenhagen across water
DURATION
8 Day(s)
DAILY BIKING
25 miles
TRIP DIFFICULTY
1-Easier
REVIEWS
STARTING FROM
$3995
SINGLES ADD FROM
$1,000

Trip Overview

Denmark gets it right! This is the most welcoming and bicycle-friendly country in the world. It's perfect for your next bike tour. Bicycles outnumber cars, and the people are universally considered the happiest, most content people on earth! Join us as we introduce you to the charms of Denmark – the old-world atmosphere of crooked back streets, quaint buildings, alleyways, hidden squares, and the charms of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale city of Copenhagen.

Explore magnificent castles (including Hamlet’s famed Elsinore!), learn about Viking lore, walk beautiful beaches along the Baltic, take a day trip into Sweden, and enjoy the best of cycling as we ride through the Danish landscape with its rolling hills, thatched-roof farmhouses, beech forests, and whitewashed churches, mostly riding along dedicated bike paths, and always being beside — or within a few miles of — the sea.

Itinerary

From start to finish, check out the route.

DAY 1 - Arrival Day
Easy walking tour | Copenhagen: The 66 Guldsmeden (Carlton) Hotel
Copenhagen has a rich history as a major city on the edge of the Baltic. It grew from a little fishing town to the capital of Denmark, and survived fire, plague, invasion, and just about everything in between. Today, Copenhagen is known as a culture capital, a hub of design and experimentation, a place for foodies and a land of fairy tales. The Danes are called the happiest people in the world, and you’ll quickly see why. We give your tour a great start with a professionally guided walking tour of the old city where we can immerse ourselves in the old-world atmosphere while passing important sites along the way. Breathe in the salty air, and enjoy the charms of some of Hans Christian Andersen’s favorite places as we explore the delights of one of the best-preserved cities and harbors in Europe.
DAY 2 - Copenhagen by bike
Distance: 12 miles | Terrain: Easier | Copenhagen: The 66 Guldsmeden (Carlton) Hotel
Today you experience Copenhagen the same way the locals do … by bike. But despite the city’s growing size and popularity, you quickly appreciate why it is considered the most bike-able city in the world as you easily wend your way around the outskirts of town and visit such iconic places as Christiansborg Palace, Nyhavn Harbour, the Little Mermaid, the Royal Palace of Amalienborg, statue of Hans Christian Andersen, Rosenborg Castle and much more. Included is a beer tasting at a local brewery.
DAY 3 - Danish countryside
Distance: 33 miles | Terrain: Easier | Helsingor/Snekkersten: Beach Hotel Marienlyst
Leaving Copenhagen ride mostly on bike paths through the Danish countryside. Arrive in Dyrehaven, once the private hunting preserve of Danish royalty. This beautiful park is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site set aside for the public to enjoy its lush forests, small pristine lakes, beautiful landscape and the herd of over 2,000 deer that freely roam throughout the park. From Dyrehaven, ride to Rungstedlund, the estate where Karen Blixen was born — and where she returned to write her classic Out of Africa. This 40-acre estate is situated on the beautiful Øresund Strait and includes an interesting museum that chronicles Karen Blixen’s life, especially while in Kenya. Before the day ends, you have the option of exploring the nearby Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Humlebæk. This is the most visited art museum in Denmark, and it features an extensive collection of modern and contemporary art housed in a museum building that has been heralded as a major milestone in modern Danish architecture. Your day ends near Helsingor at the Hotel Comwell Borupgaard. This area is known as Denmark’s “Riviera,” with its golden beaches and handsome northern forests, and you can easily explore Helsingor on bicycle and enjoy its charming half-timbered houses, cobblestone streets and grand estates. While in Helsingor, don’t miss a visit to the Kronberg Castle. Located on a strategically important site commanding the narrow stretch of water between Denmark and Sweden, this UNESCO designated Dutch Renaissance-style castle boasts the impressive claim of being the setting for Hamlet. Located just outside of Helsingor (or, as Shakespeare would have it, “Elsinore”) this spectacular castle has immense symbolic value to the Danish people and played a key role in the history of northern Europe in the 16th-18th centuries.
DAY 4 - Helsingborg
Distance: 36 miles | Terrain: Easier | Helsingor/Snekkersten: Beach Hotel Marienlyst
Today you ride through Helsingor and then take the 20-minute ferry to Helsingborg, Sweden. The morning ride takes you us along the coast and through the beautiful Swedish countryside to your lunch spot at Wallåkra Stenkärlsfabrik, a ceramic factory established in 1864. Here, the clay is taken directly from the garden. Turning is done by hand, and the clay is then fired and salt-glazed in the coal-fired circular kiln. The factory has become an active cultural center and includes a restaurant in a warehouse with a babbling brook underneath. After lunch, you can visit some local Swedish castles and explore the handsome historical center. Helsingborg is a lovely coastal city, and you enjoy cycling along Kullagatan — its traffic-free main trading street — and a visit to Kärnan, a 600-year-old medieval fortress that harkens back to when the Danes and Swedes were at war. Or, as an alternative for the day, stay close to the hotel and make this a relaxing break from cycling with a peaceful seaside promenade, or even take a swim in the Øresund Sound.
DAY 5 - Quintessential castle
Distance: 38 or 49 miles | Terrain: Easier to Intermediate | Hillerød: Hotel Hillerød
Today’s long option begins on easier terrain and switches to an intermediate-level ride on a path, which is mostly compacted earth or gravel, from Kronberg Castle along the coast to Gilleleje, a town that has preserved many of the idyllic cozy streets and thatched houses. Originally built as a remote fishing village, now it is a lively tourist, commercial and fishing destination. Continue on a beautiful ride through Kongernes Nordsjaelland National Park before ending your day in Hillerod. Whichever option you choose, you can visit Frederiksborg Castle, a palatial complex built as a royal residence for King Christian IV of Denmark-Norway in the early 17th century. This is your quintessential castle. Often referred to as the “Danish Versailles” this massive fortress with copper turrets is situated on an island in a lovely lake and is surrounded by beautiful baroque gardens. The short option is to take a paved road to the Frederiksborg Castle, the royal family’s summer residence — and to tour it if you like. Then ride on to Hillerod.
DAY 6 - Roskilde Cathedral
Distance: 33 or 37 miles | Terrain: Easier | Scandic Roskilde Park
Today, take a scenic ride to the market town of Frederickssund and then follow along the shores of Roskilde Fjord to the historic former Viking stronghold of Roskilde. Here you find a fascinating museum where you can watch island craftspeople using Viking-era techniques to build replica Viking ships and houses while demonstrating these fascinating ancient crafts. Another highlight is our visit to Roskilde Cathedral. Located on the highest ground in town, this imposing twin-spired cathedral is also the royal mausoleum containing the ornate crypts of every (39) Danish king and queen since 1500. Designated a UNESCO World heritage site, this massive church is a superb showcase of eight centuries of Danish architecture and contains some of Denmark’s finest frescoes and statuary.
DAY 7 - Roskilde Harbor
Distance: 40 miles | Terrain: Easier | Copenhagen: The 66 Guldsmeden (Carlton) Hotel
Today you have another chance to visit the Roskilde Cathedral or the famous Viking Ship Museum, where you can see the recently excavated remains of five original 11th-century Viking vessels that were scuttled intentionally in the Roskilde Harbor to block access to the town. Or you can follow your tour guide and cycle on a bike loop on the Roskilde Fjord. Then weave your way along bike paths and quiet lanes to the beaches along the Baltic Sea. Finally, you arrive in Copenhagen, where you have some time to explore before enjoying a wonderful gala farewell dinner.
DAY 8 - Departure Day
Have a final delicious breakfast together with the group, and then our guides help you make arrangements for departure. Trains can take you to a huge number of destinations throughout northern Europe, and the Copenhagen International Airport is easily accessible and just a short commuter train ride or taxi ride away.

Itinerary

From start to finish, check out the route.

DAY 1 - Arrival Day
Easy walking tour | Copenhagen: The 66 Guldsmeden (Carlton) Hotel
Copenhagen has a rich history as a major city on the edge of the Baltic. It grew from a little fishing town to the capital of Denmark, and survived fire, plague, invasion, and just about everything in between. Today, Copenhagen is known as a culture capital, a hub of design and experimentation, a place for foodies and a land of fairy tales. The Danes are called the happiest people in the world, and you’ll quickly see why. We give your tour a great start with a professionally guided walking tour of the old city where we can immerse ourselves in the old-world atmosphere while passing important sites along the way. Breathe in the salty air, and enjoy the charms of some of Hans Christian Andersen’s favorite places as we explore the delights of one of the best-preserved cities and harbors in Europe.
DAY 2 - Copenhagen by bike
Distance: 12 miles | Terrain: Easier | Copenhagen: The 66 Guldsmeden (Carlton) Hotel
Today you experience Copenhagen the same way the locals do … by bike. But despite the city’s growing size and popularity, you quickly appreciate why it is considered the most bike-able city in the world as you easily wend your way around the outskirts of town and visit such iconic places as Christiansborg Palace, Nyhavn Harbour, the Little Mermaid, the Royal Palace of Amalienborg, statue of Hans Christian Andersen, Rosenborg Castle and much more. Included is a beer tasting at a local brewery.
DAY 3 - Danish countryside
Distance: 33 miles | Terrain: Easier | Helsingor/Snekkersten: Beach Hotel Marienlyst
Leaving Copenhagen ride mostly on bike paths through the Danish countryside. Arrive in Dyrehaven, once the private hunting preserve of Danish royalty. This beautiful park is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site set aside for the public to enjoy its lush forests, small pristine lakes, beautiful landscape and the herd of over 2,000 deer that freely roam throughout the park. From Dyrehaven, ride to Rungstedlund, the estate where Karen Blixen was born — and where she returned to write her classic Out of Africa. This 40-acre estate is situated on the beautiful Øresund Strait and includes an interesting museum that chronicles Karen Blixen’s life, especially while in Kenya. Before the day ends, you have the option of exploring the nearby Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Humlebæk. This is the most visited art museum in Denmark, and it features an extensive collection of modern and contemporary art housed in a museum building that has been heralded as a major milestone in modern Danish architecture. Your day ends near Helsingor at the Hotel Comwell Borupgaard. This area is known as Denmark’s “Riviera,” with its golden beaches and handsome northern forests, and you can easily explore Helsingor on bicycle and enjoy its charming half-timbered houses, cobblestone streets and grand estates. While in Helsingor, don’t miss a visit to the Kronberg Castle. Located on a strategically important site commanding the narrow stretch of water between Denmark and Sweden, this UNESCO designated Dutch Renaissance-style castle boasts the impressive claim of being the setting for Hamlet. Located just outside of Helsingor (or, as Shakespeare would have it, “Elsinore”) this spectacular castle has immense symbolic value to the Danish people and played a key role in the history of northern Europe in the 16th-18th centuries.
DAY 4 - Helsingborg
Distance: 36 miles | Terrain: Easier | Helsingor/Snekkersten: Beach Hotel Marienlyst
Today you ride through Helsingor and then take the 20-minute ferry to Helsingborg, Sweden. The morning ride takes you us along the coast and through the beautiful Swedish countryside to your lunch spot at Wallåkra Stenkärlsfabrik, a ceramic factory established in 1864. Here, the clay is taken directly from the garden. Turning is done by hand, and the clay is then fired and salt-glazed in the coal-fired circular kiln. The factory has become an active cultural center and includes a restaurant in a warehouse with a babbling brook underneath. After lunch, you can visit some local Swedish castles and explore the handsome historical center. Helsingborg is a lovely coastal city, and you enjoy cycling along Kullagatan — its traffic-free main trading street — and a visit to Kärnan, a 600-year-old medieval fortress that harkens back to when the Danes and Swedes were at war. Or, as an alternative for the day, stay close to the hotel and make this a relaxing break from cycling with a peaceful seaside promenade, or even take a swim in the Øresund Sound.
DAY 5 - Quintessential castle
Distance: 38 or 49 miles | Terrain: Easier to Intermediate | Hillerød: Hotel Hillerød
Today’s long option begins on easier terrain and switches to an intermediate-level ride on a path, which is mostly compacted earth or gravel, from Kronberg Castle along the coast to Gilleleje, a town that has preserved many of the idyllic cozy streets and thatched houses. Originally built as a remote fishing village, now it is a lively tourist, commercial and fishing destination. Continue on a beautiful ride through Kongernes Nordsjaelland National Park before ending your day in Hillerod. Whichever option you choose, you can visit Frederiksborg Castle, a palatial complex built as a royal residence for King Christian IV of Denmark-Norway in the early 17th century. This is your quintessential castle. Often referred to as the “Danish Versailles” this massive fortress with copper turrets is situated on an island in a lovely lake and is surrounded by beautiful baroque gardens. The short option is to take a paved road to the Frederiksborg Castle, the royal family’s summer residence — and to tour it if you like. Then ride on to Hillerod.
DAY 6 - Roskilde Cathedral
Distance: 33 or 37 miles | Terrain: Easier | Scandic Roskilde Park
Today, take a scenic ride to the market town of Frederickssund and then follow along the shores of Roskilde Fjord to the historic former Viking stronghold of Roskilde. Here you find a fascinating museum where you can watch island craftspeople using Viking-era techniques to build replica Viking ships and houses while demonstrating these fascinating ancient crafts. Another highlight is our visit to Roskilde Cathedral. Located on the highest ground in town, this imposing twin-spired cathedral is also the royal mausoleum containing the ornate crypts of every (39) Danish king and queen since 1500. Designated a UNESCO World heritage site, this massive church is a superb showcase of eight centuries of Danish architecture and contains some of Denmark’s finest frescoes and statuary.
DAY 7 - Roskilde Harbor
Distance: 40 miles | Terrain: Easier | Copenhagen: The 66 Guldsmeden (Carlton) Hotel
Today you have an option to visit the famous Viking Ship Museum, where you can see the recently excavated remains of five original 11th-century Viking vessels that were scuttled intentionally in the Roskilde Harbor to block access to the town. Or you can cycle on a bike loop on the Roskilde Fjord. Then weave your way along bike paths and quiet lanes to the beaches along the Baltic Sea. Finally, you arrive in Copenhagen, where you have some time to explore before enjoying a wonderful gala farewell dinner.
DAY 8 - Departure Day
Have a final delicious breakfast together with the group, and then our guides help you make arrangements for departure. Trains can take you to a huge number of destinations throughout northern Europe, and the Copenhagen International Airport is easily accessible and just a short commuter train ride or taxi ride away.

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Dates & Pricing

Prices are per person based on double occupancy (2 people in one room). Single supplement for private room is listed at the top of this page. A deposit of $500 holds your reservation for most tours. For weekend tours, the deposit is $300.

Start End Cost Availability
Jun 21, 2024 Jun 28, 2024 $3995.00 Private Reserve Reserve
Aug 13, 2024 Aug 20, 2024 $3995.00 Date SOLD OUT Sold Out Sold Out
Aug 21, 2024 Aug 28, 2024 $3995.00 1 to 4 spaces left! Reserve Reserve

What’s Included

7 nights' lodging, 7 breakfasts, 5 dinners with 1 glass of wine (you are on your own for dinner two nights), 1 lunch, 1 beer tasting, guided walking tour of Copenhagen, ferry transfer to Sweden, all gratuities for accommodations and meals. Entrance fees to Frederiksborg Castle in Hillerød, Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Humlebaek and Viking Museum in Roskilde. We also provide detailed maps and itineraries, experienced guides, full van support, bicycle and helmet. Airfare is not included.

Dates & Pricing

Prices are per person based on double occupancy (2 people in one room). Single supplement for private room is listed at the top of this page. A deposit of $500 holds your reservation for most tours. For weekend tours, the deposit is $300.

Start: Jun 21, 2024
End: Jun 28, 2024
Cost: $3995.00
Availability: Private
Reserve
Start: Aug 13, 2024
End: Aug 20, 2024
Cost: $3995.00
Availability: Date SOLD OUT
Sold Out
Start: Aug 21, 2024
End: Aug 28, 2024
Cost: $3995.00
Availability: 1 to 4 spaces left!
Reserve

What’s Included

7 nights' lodging, 7 breakfasts, 5 dinners with 1 glass of wine (you are on your own for dinner two nights), 1 lunch, 1 beer tasting, guided walking tour of Copenhagen, ferry transfer to Sweden, all gratuities for accommodations and meals. Entrance fees to Frederiksborg Castle in Hillerød, Louisiana Museum of Modern Art in Humlebaek and Viking Museum in Roskilde. We also provide detailed maps and itineraries, experienced guides, full van support, bicycle and helmet. Airfare is not included.

Inns

Where you stay along the way.

The 66 Guldsmeden (Carlton) Hotel
The Carlton (66 Guldsmeden) is a warm and secluded haven, giving you exactly what you need for a perfect stay in Copenhagen. With a delicious breakfast full of locally-sourced ingredients, you'll be ready for a day of fun and exploring in the Copenhagen area.
Hotel Borupgaard
Comwell Hotel Borupgaard is located in Snekkersten near Helsingør in scenic North Zealand. The hotel is a tasteful mix of stylish manor houses and modern buildings
Beach Hotel Marienlyst
With its ideal beach-front location with views across to Sweden, and its many amenities ... including a spa, pool and comfortable rooms ... you will enjoy your stay at the Marienlyst. Relax there and enjoy a spa treatment, a visit to the first casino in Denmark or just a restful stay after your busy day of travel.
Hotel Hillerod
When you stay with Hotel Hillerod, they take great pride in helping you to find everything that you want to experience. This hotel showcases simplicity of design and basic amenities in a convenient location.
Scandic Roskilde Hotel
Stay in an ideal location in the middle of Roskilde surrounded by the beautiful Roskilde Ring Park. The Scandic Hotel is close to Roskilde center, the train station and many of the sights. Renovated in 2019, their rooms and common areas provide an elegant and comfortable setting complemented by a restaurant, bar and other amenities.

Inns

Where you stay along the way.

The 66 Guldsmeden (Carlton) Hotel
The Carlton (66 Guldsmeden) is a warm and secluded haven, giving you exactly what you need for a perfect stay in Copenhagen. With a delicious breakfast full of locally-sourced ingredients, you'll be ready for a day of fun and exploring in the Copenhagen area.
Beach Hotel Marienlyst
With its ideal beach-front location with views across to Sweden, and its many amenities ... including a spa, pool and comfortable rooms ... you will enjoy your stay at the Marienlyst. Relax there and enjoy a spa treatment, a visit to the first casino in Denmark or just a restful stay after your busy day of travel.
Hotel Hillerod
When you stay with Hotel Hillerod, they take great pride in helping you to find everything that you want to experience. This hotel showcases simplicity of design and basic amenities in a convenient location.
Scandic Roskilde Hotel
Stay in an ideal location in the middle of Roskilde surrounded by the beautiful Roskilde Ring Park. The Scandic Hotel is close to Roskilde center, the train station and many of the sights. Renovated in 2019, their rooms and common areas provide an elegant and comfortable setting complemented by a restaurant, bar and other amenities.

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Copenhagen harbor with boats Danish meal Copenhagen Viking house reconstructed Viking ship at Roskilde museum Castle at Helsingor Denmark Herd of deer in park in Dyrehaven, Denmark Copenhagen across water