Overview:
On this self-drive holiday you will enjoy all the historical sights of viking history spread across the Danish kingdom. Throughout the history of Denmark, the vikings remain a big part of the cultural context. Throughout the country you will encounter the Jelling Stone, the Viking Ship Museum of Roskilde and lastly Lindholm Hoeje Viking Burial Grounds.
Holiday price is from £1,045 per person based on availability and two people sharing a standard double/twin room.
Departure Dates:
| Season |
Arrival |
| 01 Apr - 30 Sep |
Daily |
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Tour Itinerary:
Day 1:Welcome to Denmark
Arrival in Copenhagen, Denmark's capital, ranked amongst the greenest and coolest cities in the world by the New York Times! Copenhagen is a modern capital but with strong roots in the past. It is welcoming, dynamic, lively and charming, but it is also an ideal base to explore Denmark. Overnight at the Comfort Hotel G or similar
Day 2:Copenhagen - Helsingoer - Roskilde (~118 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure from Copenhagen and begin your journey up north to visit Lake Elsinore where you will find the castle of Kronborg, also known as Hamlet's castle. You will continue to Hillerod, the Frederiksborg Castle, where you will now find the Danish National Museum of History. Continue your journey to reach the city of Roskilde, where the old sanctuary now stands - of the Danish royal family’s Cathedral, dating from the twelfth century. In addition, you can visit the Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde and admire its ancient vessels dating from the year 1000. Overnight at Comwell Hotel Roskilde or similar
Day 3: Roskilde - Odense (~133 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, you will cross the longest bridge in Europe: Storebælt (the Great Belt Bridge*), connecting the island of Sealand to Funen - linking eastern and western parts of Denmark together. On arrival in Odense, you will discover the city of Hans Christian Andersen, a Danish writer and poet, famous for his fairy tales. The Kerteminde Viking Ship Grave is the only ship grave in Denmark and well worth a visit for the historic insight. Odense is a city that combines ancient and modern, but also ideal to get familiar with one of the most popular products in Denmark: the craft beer! Overnight at First Hotel Grand Odense or similar
Day 4: Odense - Aarhus (~144 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Today you will head west and reach a very famous place in Denmark, Billund, which has only 6000 inhabitants. Billund is home of the famous Legoland: a miniature world built entirely of Lego. Then continue north-east to Aarhus, one of the great cities of Jutland where an open-air museum, Den Gamle By is located – this museum is devoted to culture and customs of local people from 1500 until today. Just an hours drive from Aarhus you will encounter the birth certificate of Denmark, the Jellinge Rune Stones. In Aarhus, you will find the Moesgaard Viking Museum located in the city centre. Overnight at the First Hotel Atlantic or similar
Day 5: Aarhus - Skagen (~222 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Then start your journey north to discover Skagen, where the land narrows to become a sandbank battered by the waves of two seas. Skagen is located between the white dunes with heather in bloom. On the Waterfront, you will find small restaurants serving excellent shrimps and all types of fresh seafood. On your way to Skagen, you can make a stop at the Fyrkat Viking Circle, for a view of the circle which held approx. 48 long houses during the time of the Vikings. Night at the Marienlund Badepension or similar
Day 6: Skagen - Kolding (~312 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. Today your journey continues south to the town of Kolding. The most important monument in the history of the city is the castle Koldinghus which has been, over the years, a fortress, a royal residence, ruins and a museum. In town, you will also find the well renowned Trapholt Art Museum dedicated to modern art. On your way from Skagen to Kolding, make a stop at Lindholm Hoeje Viking Tombs and Museum. Here you will see the most beautiful display of Viking tombs in all of Scandinavia. The Lindholm Viking Museum offers a wide and informative display of Viking history. Overnight at First Hotel Kolding or similar
Day 7: Kolding - Copenhagen (~228 km)
Breakfast at the hotel. This day is dedicated to visiting the beautiful capital of Denmark, a modern city that has retained its original charm. Copenhagen is often considered as a benchmark amongst the world's best cities for quality of life, despite the cost! With its long history and a wide variety of attractions and sights, we never run out of things to do or see. In addition, the city is quite small and therefore ideal for exploring on foot. København in Danish means "Port of Trade." Overnight at the Comfort Hotel G or similar
Day 8: Farewell Denmark
Breakfast at the hotel. Free time to explore more of Copenhagen and its many attractions. Return your car at Copenhagen Kastrup Airport. Return flight.
Package Includes:
- Direct return flights from London, Manchester and Edinburgh (other UK airports upon request)
- 1 piece of check-in luggage per traveler (up to 20 kg)
- 8 days Europcar B-class car rental (Totoya Auris or similar) incl.: Unlimited mileage, Collision Damage Weaver, Third Party Insurance, Theft Waiver Insurance, Airport / City Surcharge & Taxes
- 7 nights’ accommodation in the hotels mentioned or similar
- Breakfast daily
- 24-hour emergency service
- ATOL certificate
- All taxes
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