This 21-day private driver-guided tour invites you to discover Denmark’s lesser-known magic—its windswept islands, cultural hideaways, royal heritage, and maritime soul.
With just five base locations and thoughtfully curated day trips, ranging from the cosmopolitan design capital of Copenhagen to the tidal landscapes of Fanø and the artistic charm of Ærø, your driver-guide ensures every region is brought to life with local insight and a personal touch.
Expect castle tours, Viking history, coastal walks, modern art, and timeless village traditions—all with 24/7 support and bespoke planning.
Destinations on Our 21-Day Denmark Tour
Days 1–4: Copenhagen
Royal palaces, harbor cruises, design museums, and North Zealand’s historic castles.
Days 5–7: Møn / South Zealand
UNESCO chalk cliffs, romantic gardens, medieval churches, and coastal fishing towns.
Days 8–12: Funen (Faaborg + Ærø)
Renaissance castles, artisan studios, island landscapes, fairy-tale towns, and literary history.
Days 13–16: West Jutland (Fanø or Ribe)
Wadden Sea ecology, Viking heritage, dune safaris, WWII bunkers, and North Sea lighthouses.
Days 17–21: Aarhus & East Jutland
Contemporary art, Viking runestones, glass museums, fjord villages, and a graceful send-off.
Day 1 – Arrival & Royal Introduction
Our 21-day itinerary begins in Denmark’s stylish capital, where you’ll receive a warm welcome and a curated introduction to its royal heart and harbor heritage.
Meet your guide for a leisurely walking tour of central Copenhagen’s most elegant quarters.
Stroll the vibrant harborfront at Nyhavn with its historic gabled buildings and tall ships before continuing to the neoclassical beauty of Amalienborg Palace Square, residence of the Danish royal family. Step into the peaceful dome of the Marble Church, a Baroque masterpiece that offers grandeur and calm just steps from the monarchy.
Next, your driver-guide will take you to the lush King’s Garden for a private visit to Rosenborg Castle.
This Renaissance gem is packed with regal treasures, including the dazzling Danish Crown Jewels and royal regalia. With skip-the-line access provided by our team, you’ll explore the castle’s lavish interiors, family portraits, and royal relics dating back to the time of Christian IV.
Day 2 – Art, Architecture & Design
Dive into the aesthetics and innovation that define Denmark’s global reputation for design, fine art, and functional urbanism.
Start your morning at the Danish Design Museum, where your private guide offers expert insight into Denmark’s world-famous contributions to furniture, lighting, and industrial design. From Arne Jacobsen chairs to contemporary installations, this visit paints a clear picture of how design shapes Danish life.
Choose between a private art history tour at the SMK (National Gallery), home to Nordic and European masters like Hammershøi and Munch, or the Ny Carlsberg Glyptoteket, where classical antiquities meet 19th-century French and Danish painting beneath a lush winter garden. Your guide tailors the experience to your artistic interests.
In the afternoon, explore the city’s architectural edge with a guided drive through the Ørestad district. See striking projects by Bjarke Ingels and other visionary architects. Then, continue to the BLOX development on the harborfront, which houses the Danish Architecture Center. Your guide provides context on Copenhagen’s green urbanism, public space innovation, and future-forward planning.
Day 3 – Danish Naval Museum, Christianshavn & Walking Tour
Today blends maritime history with lesser-known neighborhoods and city secrets that even many locals miss.
Your driver takes you across the water to Holmen Island, a former stronghold of the Danish Navy. Visit the Naval Museum and explore decommissioned warships, officer quarters, and archival exhibits. With your guide’s naval knowledge, you’ll gain a new understanding of Denmark’s seafaring legacy.
Return to the 17th-century canals of Christianshavn, a once-merchant enclave now beloved for its bohemian vibe and houseboats. Tour the neighborhood on foot with your guide, then climb the corkscrew spire of the Church of Our Saviour for some of the best panoramic views of the capital.
Conclude your day in the oldest part of town. Walk the winding alleys and student-filled cafés of Copenhagen’s Latin Quarter, home to the University and rich in literary and intellectual history.
Finish at the Round Tower (Rundetaarn), where your guide explains its astronomical origins and royal observatory past as you spiral up to its rooftop vista.
Day 4 – North Zealand Day Trip – Frederiksborg & Hamlet’s Castle
Escape the city for a full-day excursion to Denmark’s royal north, where castles, coasts, and cutting-edge art await.
Head north to Hillerød and step into the most lavish castle in Denmark. Admire Renaissance art, baroque interiors, and regal portraits before strolling the romantic baroque gardens outside.
Continue to Elsinore and explore Kronborg Castle, famously immortalized as Elsinore in Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
Walk the halls, towers, and dark casemates as your guide recounts tales of courtly drama, Danish military might, and literary legend. En route, enjoy scenic drives along the Øresund coast, passing beach towns and summer cottages.
Day 5 – Transfer Day: Copenhagen to Møn via Stevns
A scenic journey south reveals chalk cliffs, Cold War history, and one of Denmark’s most dramatic natural landmarks.
Join your private driver for this transfer day with a private tour along the UNESCO-listed white cliffs of Stevns Klint.
Your guide will lead you along the coastal paths, where millions of years of geological layers are exposed—including the thin black line marking the extinction of the dinosaurs. Descend into the Cold War-era nuclear bunker carved into the chalk itself, where immersive exhibits explain Denmark’s secret defensive history during the Cold War period.
Just a short drive away, step into the 13th-century Højerup Church, now perched precariously over the edge of the cliff.
Half of the original building has already fallen into the sea due to erosion. With your guide, explore the remaining sanctuary and hear the stories of villagers, sailors, and priests who once worshipped here above the waves.
After arriving on Møn Island, check into your countryside base and end the day with a golden-hour walk along Møns Klint’s forested cliff-top paths.
Your guide from the GeoCenter will offer interpretations of fossil beds, local flora, and panoramic views across the Baltic Sea. The light at this time of day makes for truly stunning photography.
Day 6 – Møn & Chalk Coast Wonders
Today brings a deep dive into the landscape, history, and romantic heritage of Denmark’s chalk coast.
Return to Møns Klint for a more immersive guided hike. Traverse forested ridges, descend stairways to the pebble beach, and explore fossil-rich shores with a nature expert.
Your guide will explain how this region was shaped by glacial movement, and you may even find ancient sea urchins or belemnites embedded in the cliffs.
Visit nearby Liselund, a whimsical 18th-century garden estate nestled in the woods. With your guide, explore the picturesque thatched manor, winding pathways, faux ruins, and peaceful lakes that represent one of the best examples of Romantic landscape design in Denmark. Learn about the aristocratic couple who created this fantasy world as a summer retreat.
Before returning to your accommodation, your driver will deliver you to Elmelunde Church, famed for its medieval frescoes.
Your guide will explain the biblical “Biblia pauperum” stories that decorate the nave, painted for an illiterate congregation. Afterward, stop at a nearby artist’s workshop or weaving studio to learn about traditional crafts still alive on the island today.
Day 7 – South Zealand Day Tour – Gavnø Castle, Art & Ceramics, & Harbor Walk
Explore castles, creative communities, and coastal charm on this southern loop.
Gavnø Castle, a rococo gem built on an island in the fjord near Næstved, is our first stop of the day.
Tour the lavish staterooms, including Denmark’s most extensive private art collection, and stroll the botanical gardens renowned for spring tulips and summer roses. Your guide will also share stories of Countess Danner, royal mistresses, and eccentric collectors.
Following this, your driver will then take you to Næstved, a hub for Danish ceramics and printmaking.
Visit a pair of local studios with your driver-guide, where you can meet artists and observe traditional techniques. Learn how clay from the local hills helped shape a vibrant art scene in this otherwise quiet town, and browse or purchase handcrafted pieces.
In the late afternoon, head to the small seaside town of Karrebæksminde.
With your guide, stroll the pedestrian harbor promenade, where colorful boats bob beside fishmongers and ice cream kiosks. Continue to the lighthouse at Enø Beach for sweeping views, stories of fishing traditions, and the perfect breezy end to your South Zealand stay.
Day 8 – Transfer to Funen via Ferry or Bridge
Day 8 brings a day of discovery as you journey to Denmark’s greenest island.
Along the way, stop at the turreted Egeskov Castle, exploring antique-filled halls, lush gardens, and treetop walks while learning tales of noble life and quirky owners.
Arrive in the harbor town of Faaborg and explore its cobbled lanes, bell tower, and medieval merchant houses. Your guide will introduce you to the town’s colorful history as a trading hub, with links to Funen’s farming hinterlands and the artists who made this area famous.
Wrap up the day with a visit to a local craft studio just outside Faaborg. Whether a ceramicist, weaver, or furniture maker, you’ll gain insight into Funen’s tradition of high-quality handmade goods.
Meet the maker, see tools in action, and hear about the challenges and rewards of keeping traditional techniques alive in the 21st century.
Day 9 – South Funen Exploration
Experience the rolling green landscapes, charming villages, and noble heritage of southern Funen, beginning with a hike through the Svanninge Bakker, also known as the “Funen Alps” where the undulating, forested hills offer panoramic views, wildflower meadows, and a diverse array of birdlife.
Next, head to the idyllic 18th-century village of Troense, with its half-timbered houses and peaceful harbor. From here, walk a short trail to the Ambrosius Oak—one of Denmark’s oldest and most legendary trees, said to have inspired the poet Ambrosius Stub.
Our last stop on day 9 is Grand Valdemars Slot, a baroque seaside castle established by King Christian IV for his son.
Explore its regal exterior, and with special access, enjoy a private tour through the historic interiors and exhibitions.
Day 10 – Ferry to Ærø & Island Life
Arrive by ferry and begin your day with a walking tour of Ærøskøbing, often called Denmark’s fairy-tale town.
Wander cobbled lanes lined with colorful cottages, iron lanterns, and hollyhock flowers. Your guide will explain the town’s architectural preservation and seafaring heritage while pointing out unique details, such as 17th-century shop signs and sailor symbols.
Re-join your driver as you make your way to Marstal, Ærø’s maritime hub, where you’ll take a private tour of the Maritime Museum. Explore historic ship models, sailor journals, and nautical instruments while learning about the town’s golden age of shipbuilding.
Spend the afternoon on a scenic drive across the island’s western edge. Visit Voderup Cliffs for a walk with expansive views over the Baltic Sea, stopping along the way at traditional windmills and rolling farmland.
Day 11 – Ærø In Depth
Delve deeper into local culture, from rural traditions to crafts passed down through generations, with a visit to a restored traditional farm with a unique seaweed-thatched roof, a rare surviving architectural style.
Continue to the local history museum to explore domestic life through centuries on this remote island before stopping at a working boatbuilder’s workshop, where classic Danish wooden boats are still made by hand.
Meet the craftsmen, observe traditional tools and methods in use, and learn how these boat types have served fishermen, traders, and families on Ærø for generations. This up-close cultural experience connects Denmark’s maritime soul to its artisanal roots.
End the day with a nature walk along the beaches near Søby. Depending on the season and your interests, your guide will focus on either the unique coastal geology of the area—marked by glacial stones and seaweed ridges—or the local birdlife, including seabirds and migratory species.
Day 12 – Return to Faaborg, Odense, Hans Christian Andersen & North Funen Day Trip
Return to the mainland and explore the cultural and literary heart of Denmark in Odense and beyond.
Travel to Odense for a privately guided tour of the birthplace and childhood home of Hans Christian Andersen.
Walk through rooms filled with artifacts, manuscripts, and recreations of the famous author’s life while your guide shares personal stories and the societal influences behind his fairy tales.
Step into the past at Funen Village (Den Fynske Landsby), an open-air museum that portrays rural life in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Walk among relocated farmhouses, gardens, and workshops while interacting with costumed interpreters performing traditional tasks. Your guide will enrich the experience with historical context about Danish peasant life, folklore, and seasonal festivals.
Day 13 – Transfer to West Jutland
Take to the seas again on day 13 with a scenic ferry ride from South Funen to the Wadden Sea island of Fanø.
Upon arrival, your guide will lead a walking tour through the island’s largest town, Nordby. Explore narrow lanes lined with historic thatched-roof cottages, maritime-themed art galleries, and traditional shops. Discover Fanø’s rich shipping heritage and the artistic revival that helped shape the island’s cultural identity.
As the tide recedes in the late afternoon, embark on a seal-watching safari led by a local naturalist.
Depending on the season and tides, you may observe harbor seals basking on sandbanks or swimming in tidal channels. Alternatively, take a guided walk across the tidal flats for a closer look at marine ecosystems, migratory birds, and the unique topography of the UNESCO-listed Wadden Sea.
Day 14 – Fanø & Nature
Head to the southern end of the island and explore the dunes surrounding Sønderho, a picturesque village rich in history and natural beauty.
Your expert guide will lead you on a safari-style walk, introducing native flora and fauna while explaining local conservation efforts.
Next, visit the coastal defenses left behind by German forces during World War II. Your historian guide will take you through several restored bunkers and lookout posts nestled in the dunes.
Discover Fanø’s strategic role during the occupation and explore original maps, equipment, and memorabilia as you reflect on this pivotal period in Danish history.
Your driver will then take you to participate in a hands-on kite-making workshop—an island tradition linked to Fanø’s international kite festival.
For those who like to get involved and try their hand at using centuries-old methods, then you can build your own traditional kite using classic materials and launch it on the beach.
Day 15 – Ribe Day Trip
Take a day trip inland to Ribe, Denmark’s oldest town.
Stretch your legs with a private walking tour of its beautifully preserved medieval core, where cobblestone streets, half-timbered houses, and hidden courtyards transport you back in time.
Visit Ribe Cathedral and hear stories of Viking settlers, religious orders, and Renaissance tradespeople who shaped the town’s legacy.
Next, head to the Ribe Viking Center for a dynamic, living history experience. This open-air museum features costumed interpreters, reconstructed longhouses, and hands-on exhibits that bring the Viking Age to life. You can try archery, grind grain, or watch a smithy in action. Discover how archaeological discoveries have shaped our modern understanding of this pivotal era in Danish history.
Day 16 – North Sea Coast Excursion
Day 16’s coastal adventure takes you to Blåvandshuk Lighthouse, Denmark’s westernmost point.
Climb to the top for panoramic views of the North Sea and the surrounding dune landscapes.
Next, descend into the strikingly designed Tirpitz Museum, built into a WWII bunker complex. Accompanied by a local historian, explore exhibitions on the Atlantic Wall, regional archaeology, and amber collecting. The architecture alone—a seamless fusion of concrete and glass among the dunes—is a masterclass in design and storytelling.
Wrap up your day with a private guided walk along the Skallingen Peninsula, a protected area renowned for its natural beauty and birdlife.
Day 17 – Transfer to Aarhus via Inland & Viking Heartlands
Make your way back inland from the North Sea coast toward East Jutland.
Your first stop is the Silkeborg Lakes region, where your guide will lead a short walk to one of the area’s highest points for panoramic views of the forested lake landscape. Discover the area’s glacial formation, local legends, and Silkeborg’s role in Denmark’s outdoor recreation culture.
Continue east to Jelling, a site often referred to as the “birthplace of Denmark.” With your private historian guide, explore the UNESCO-listed Jelling Stones—massive runestones erected by King Harald Bluetooth over 1,000 years ago to commemorate Denmark’s Christianization.
Visit the adjoining museum for immersive digital exhibitions about the Viking kings, burial mounds, and the legacy of these ancient monuments.
Arrive in Aarhus in the late afternoon and get oriented with a private walking tour of the redeveloped waterfront and harbor area. Explore Dokk1 (Europe’s largest library and civic space), the architectural gems of Aarhus Ø, and the public art installations that line the harbor. Your guide will point out key spots for the days ahead and recommend local evening strolls.
Day 18 – Aarhus Culture Day
Start the day at ARoS, one of Scandinavia’s leading contemporary art museums. Here, you can enjoy permanent and rotating exhibitions—including the striking “Boy” sculpture and the rainbow-colored rooftop panorama by Olafur Eliasson. Gain insights into Danish and international artists’ work while engaging with interactive displays and thought-provoking installations.
After your artistic introduction, step into living history at Den Gamle By, an open-air museum recreating Danish life from the 1700s through the 1970s.
Your guide will walk you through period-specific neighborhoods where costumed interpreters perform daily life tasks. Visit a 1920s pharmacy, 1970s record shop, and 19th-century workshops; all brought to life with expert storytelling.
Spend your afternoon just outside the city at the Moesgaard Museum, an architectural marvel nestled in the forest.
A specialist guide will walk you through the acclaimed Viking exhibition, featuring burial goods, ancient weapons, and digital reconstructions of Norse life. The building’s sloping grass roof and interactive design make it a highlight of the Aarhus region.
Day 19 – Djursland Peninsula Day Trip
Head northeast to explore Mols Bjerge National Park, one of Denmark’s most beautiful natural areas. Our team will consult with you beforehand to tailor the hike to your preferred level, leading you through oak forests, grazing meadows, and panoramic hilltops.
Along the way, discover Bronze Age burial mounds and learn about how this unique landscape has shaped local life for centuries.
It’s time to reconnect with Denmark’s stunning natural beauty as your driver takes you to the causeway to the hauntingly beautiful ruins of Kalø Castle.
Perched on a headland overlooking the sea, this 14th-century fortress once held noble prisoners and resisted foreign invasions. With your guide, relive medieval tales of power, punishment, and rebellion while exploring the crumbling stone towers and walls.
Our final stop for the day will take you to the Ebeltoft Glass Museum, showcasing works by renowned Scandinavian and international glass artists. Stroll the charming town afterward, popping into local galleries and artisan shops tucked into cobbled streets.
Day 20 – Castle & Coastline Day
Begin day 20 with a private tour of Rosenholm Castle, a privately owned Renaissance estate that has been home to the same noble family for over four centuries.
With a castle guide, explore lavish interiors, ancestral portraits, and the serene grounds. Discover the intricacies of court intrigues, political shifts, and the castle’s influence on Danish noble life.
Afterward, your driver takes you to a quiet stretch of coastline along the Aarhus Bay or Randers Fjord for a privately guided walk. A local botanist will introduce you to Denmark’s native plants, wildflowers, and seaside habitats, pointing out medicinal herbs, foraged edibles, and seasonal changes in the flora.
Finally, visit one of Djursland’s lesser-known harbor villages. In Nappedam or Bønnerup, explore fishing docks, traditional boat houses, and seaside trails. Your guide shares stories of local livelihoods, cultural customs, and how these tiny coastal communities are adapting to the modern world while preserving their heritage.
Day 21 – Transfer to Aarhus or Billund Airport for Departure
Your driver will ensure a seamless transfer to the airport of your choice, concluding your journey through Denmark’s diverse islands, coastlines, castles, and cultural capitals.
