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Copenhagen: Canal Cruise with Guide

Copenhagen: Canal Cruise with Guide

Experience Copenhagen from the water on a canal cruise and see how the past and present merge as you travel along idyllic canals, passing many of the city’s most famous landmarks, old and new. Depart from Ved Stranden 26 before navigating some of the city’s many waterways. Admire the palaces of Christiansborg and Amalienborg, and marvel at the financial centers, such as the Central Bank and the former Copenhagen Stock Exchange. Cruise past the Little Mermaid statue in Langelinie as your tour guide tells the history of the statue and other landmarks and buildings you pass. Afterward, return to Ved Stranden or Nyhavn.

Kayak Tour in Copenhagen Harbor - June, July and August

Kayak Tour in Copenhagen Harbor - June, July and August

Please arrive at the location 10 min prior to departure for check in. Here you will need to sign our waiver, meet your guide who will give you some instructions, help you with equipment and how to get into the kayak. The kayaks are stable double sea kayaks, which means that anyone can sail them. For larger groups, double Sit-on-Top and single sea kayaks are also used. Persons under the age of 15 sail together with an adult in a double kayak. Once you are comfortable in the kayaks we begin the tour from Kalvebod Bølge. 2 hour tour: Sailing to Slotsholmen past Gammel Strand, Thorvaldsens Museum, Christiansborg, Børsen and the Royal Library and through Christianshavns cozy canals. Experience the beautiful buildings in Copenhagen's city centre and the history as well as the old buildings and the special atmosphere of Christianshavn. The tour ends at Kalvebod Bølge again. The length of the tour is incl. instruction and a refreshment.

Copenhagen: 3 Hour Extended Grand E-Bike Guided Tour

Copenhagen: 3 Hour Extended Grand E-Bike Guided Tour

Explore Copenhagen on an e-bike on a 3-hour guided tour. Ride through the city on the ample cycle paths and with a radio system to hear the guide while you ride. Cover all the new and classic sites and make a stop at a cafe to experience the Danish 'hygge'. Meet your guide and get set up with your e-bike. Ride through the city on the ample cycle paths and with a radio system to hear the guide while you ride. Cover all the new and classic sites. Make plenty of photo stops and opportunities to explore both well-known sights such as The Little Mermaid, Amalienborg Palace, Opera, Copenhill, and Urban Rigger. Go to Christianshavn and make a short stop at the unique area of Christiania. Here you can roam around on your own and explore. Make a stop at a cafe to experience the Danish 'hygge' (no purchase mandatory).

Copenhagen: Private Canal Tour in Vintage Wood Boat w/ Guide

Copenhagen: Private Canal Tour in Vintage Wood Boat w/ Guide

Travel down the magical canals that encapsulate Copenhagen in a 1960s boat, Langø, with a local captain. Get the energy of the city, paired with your own tunes on the Bluetooth speaker, and drinks in the cooler. First, meet your captain near Christianshavn Metro station. Climb from dock to boat and get settled in with blankets and cushions on board to keep you comfortable. Next, as you glide through the old city center, listen to the experience captain’s facts and stories about the city. With good weather, drop anchor by the Opera House and get ready for an ocean swim. Finally, hop back on board and get the barbecue going for a snack at sea as you drift back to the dock at Christainshavn.

Mop in the heart of Copenhagen - private guided tour in French

Mop in the heart of Copenhagen - private guided tour in French

Discover downtown Copenhagen on a walking tour, along colorful streets rich in history and anecdotes. The city center is the perfect place to explore the history of Copenhagen and Denmark, from the founding of the city and the Vikings, to the modern monarchy and today's Danes. This tour of Copenhagen's historic center allows you to immerse yourself in Danish culture. The looping route takes us from the must-see Christianborg to Nyhavn harbor, passing by City Hall and the Round Tower. Meet in front of Christiansborg Castle.

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Gammel Strand: Our most recommended tours and activities

Copenhagen: Canal Cruise with Guide

Copenhagen: Canal Cruise with Guide

Experience Copenhagen from the water on a canal cruise and see how the past and present merge as you travel along idyllic canals, passing many of the city’s most famous landmarks, old and new. Depart from Ved Stranden 26 before navigating some of the city’s many waterways. Admire the palaces of Christiansborg and Amalienborg, and marvel at the financial centers, such as the Central Bank and the former Copenhagen Stock Exchange. Cruise past the Little Mermaid statue in Langelinie as your tour guide tells the history of the statue and other landmarks and buildings you pass. Afterward, return to Ved Stranden or Nyhavn.

Kayak Tour in Copenhagen Harbor - June, July and August

Kayak Tour in Copenhagen Harbor - June, July and August

Please arrive at the location 10 min prior to departure for check in. Here you will need to sign our waiver, meet your guide who will give you some instructions, help you with equipment and how to get into the kayak. The kayaks are stable double sea kayaks, which means that anyone can sail them. For larger groups, double Sit-on-Top and single sea kayaks are also used. Persons under the age of 15 sail together with an adult in a double kayak. Once you are comfortable in the kayaks we begin the tour from Kalvebod Bølge. 2 hour tour: Sailing to Slotsholmen past Gammel Strand, Thorvaldsens Museum, Christiansborg, Børsen and the Royal Library and through Christianshavns cozy canals. Experience the beautiful buildings in Copenhagen's city centre and the history as well as the old buildings and the special atmosphere of Christianshavn. The tour ends at Kalvebod Bølge again. The length of the tour is incl. instruction and a refreshment.

Copenhagen: 3 Hour Extended Grand E-Bike Guided Tour

Copenhagen: 3 Hour Extended Grand E-Bike Guided Tour

Explore Copenhagen on an e-bike on a 3-hour guided tour. Ride through the city on the ample cycle paths and with a radio system to hear the guide while you ride. Cover all the new and classic sites and make a stop at a cafe to experience the Danish 'hygge'. Meet your guide and get set up with your e-bike. Ride through the city on the ample cycle paths and with a radio system to hear the guide while you ride. Cover all the new and classic sites. Make plenty of photo stops and opportunities to explore both well-known sights such as The Little Mermaid, Amalienborg Palace, Opera, Copenhill, and Urban Rigger. Go to Christianshavn and make a short stop at the unique area of Christiania. Here you can roam around on your own and explore. Make a stop at a cafe to experience the Danish 'hygge' (no purchase mandatory).

Copenhagen: Private Canal Tour in Vintage Wood Boat w/ Guide

Copenhagen: Private Canal Tour in Vintage Wood Boat w/ Guide

Travel down the magical canals that encapsulate Copenhagen in a 1960s boat, Langø, with a local captain. Get the energy of the city, paired with your own tunes on the Bluetooth speaker, and drinks in the cooler. First, meet your captain near Christianshavn Metro station. Climb from dock to boat and get settled in with blankets and cushions on board to keep you comfortable. Next, as you glide through the old city center, listen to the experience captain’s facts and stories about the city. With good weather, drop anchor by the Opera House and get ready for an ocean swim. Finally, hop back on board and get the barbecue going for a snack at sea as you drift back to the dock at Christainshavn.

Mop in the heart of Copenhagen - private guided tour in French

Mop in the heart of Copenhagen - private guided tour in French

Discover downtown Copenhagen on a walking tour, along colorful streets rich in history and anecdotes. The city center is the perfect place to explore the history of Copenhagen and Denmark, from the founding of the city and the Vikings, to the modern monarchy and today's Danes. This tour of Copenhagen's historic center allows you to immerse yourself in Danish culture. The looping route takes us from the must-see Christianborg to Nyhavn harbor, passing by City Hall and the Round Tower. Meet in front of Christiansborg Castle.

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The pick up location was easy to found. The guides were really good and friendly. Worth the money.

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The narration through the headphones is fantastic: much more than a tour guide.

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Informative and entertaining! Learned about many sights in an hour.

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Very fun experience and the guides were great! Highly recommend

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Great tour, able to enjoy a lovely weather day on the canal!