Storybook streetscapes, culinary revolutionaries, pioneering style influencers and crisp green air all year round, Copenhagen seems to have it all. Billed as the edgiest city in the whole of Scandinavia, the capital of Denmark is used to the envy and jealousy of many others of its high quality of life – from its royal days in the 15th century when it ruled over neighbouring Norway and Sweden to the laidback urban utopia fast forward to its modern incarnation. If you fancy magical castles and a stress-free city life in which bicycle pedals rule over car engines, then a customised Copenhagen and Denmark tour package from Chan Brothers Travel Private Tours will transport you straight to your dream city.
Royal romancing
For a proper induction to the fairy-tale landscape of Copenhagen, a visit to Frederiksborg Castle will not disappoint, even for the most seasoned of travellers used to the countless opulent castles all throughout Europe. For a start, its blessed geographical placement on the resplendent castle lake of Hillerod is a natural winner. Situated on three islets and surrounded by the splendid Baroque palace garden, visitors can look forward to a day of royal romancing within its ornate grounds and its storied museum that houses a delightful collection of art, portraits and historical paintings depicting its noble past.
Visit Calsberg
There are many kind of beverages around that may quench a weary thirst, and then there’s Carlsberg. Copenhagen is the birthplace of one of the world’s most iconic beer companies and a tour of the Old Carlsberg Brewery, now converted into a massive modern showcase, is an unmissable highlight for any visitor to Denmark. Take a trip though beer history, learn more about the Carlsberg development and marvel at the world’s largest display of beer bottles, and finally reward yourselves with a bottle, or two, of this world-famous tipple.
A Shakespearian setting
There are many mysterious folklores surrounding the Kronborg Castle, but one fact indeed is that it was the setting of Hamlet, one of Shakespeare’s most iconic works, in which it was named Elsinore. The actual real-life castle has existed since 1420 as a vital crossing point in which ships that passed into the Baltic Sea paid their tolls. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, visitors can learn about its rich history, delve into its creepy tales and heroic stories while exploring the crypts and catacombs. In summer, you can also immerse yourselves in everything Shakespearian as the castle plays host to a series of Shakespeare-related events, festivals and live performances.
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Highlights
Every itinerary can be fully customised according to needs, special interests, personal preferences and defining style of just about anyone who wants to travel privately and exclusively.
Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Copenhagen. Upon arrival, meet a local representative and transfer to your hotel. Spend the day at your own leisure.
Copenhagen Old Town
Today, embark on a gourmet food tour. Start at Torvehallerne, the city’s covered market hall, where you can sample artisan cheese developed in collaboration with the city’s Michelin-starred chefs. Enlighten your palate with liquorice, caramels and preserves from some of the most interesting small producers. Wander through Copenhagen Botanical Gardens and absorb the tranquillity of the serene green surrounds. Thereafter, appease your appetite further with smorrebrod, a renowned open-faced sandwich, and visit a microbrewery, where you will sample 3 different types of home-brewed beer. This evening, you may head to Refshaleoen, where you will find former Noma head chef, Matt Orlando, serving up inventive Nordic dishes at Amass restaurant.
Today, embark on a gastronomic bike tour around Copenhagen with a personal chef. You will get to discover the fantastic food scene as your chef introduces you to tantalising dishes, including locally produced and seasonal ingredients bound to elevate your tasting experience.
Today, proceed to North Zealand. Admire Louisiana Museum of Contemporary Art, which houses a collection ranging from paintings and sculpture to architecture, design, film and photography. Next, explore the village of Elsinore and its imposing Kronborg Castle, the inspiration and setting for Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Thereafter, visit a North Zealand winery to learn more about vineyards and end it off with a wine-tasting session.
North Zealand Winery
Today, spend the day at your own leisure before enjoying a private airport transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight home.