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Deluxe Copenhagen Shore Excursion from Cruise Ship Port

By Vexperio
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €129 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Make the most of your time in Copenhagen with a tour designed for cruise passengers, including pick-up from the cruise ship port and a timely return. This tour covers the city’s most famous landmarks and free time, offering a mix of history, architecture, and local culture.

Start with a panoramic drive along the harbour, taking in Copenhagen’s mix of historic sites and modern design. See Amalienborg Palace, home of the Danish Royal Family, and admire its grand architecture.

After exploring the highlights, enjoy free time to experience the city on your own. Walk along Nyhavn’s colourful waterfront, stop at a café, or browse shops on Strøget, one of Europe’s longest pedestrian streets. Copenhagen is also home to world-class restaurants, from casual Nordic eateries to Michelin-starred fine dining.

At the end of your visit, board the bus for a timely return to the port, ensuring a smooth journey back to your cruise ship.

Activity location

  • Amalienborg Palace
    • Amalienborg Slotsplads
    • 1257, København, Denmark

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Langelinie
    • 2 Langeliniekaj
    • 2100, København, Denmark

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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3-hour Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Start and end Cruise Ship Port: This tour will start and end at the port where your cruise ship docks.
Duration: 3 hours
Private vehicle and guide: You will have a private vehicle and guide at your disposal for the entire duration of the tour.

Language options: English
Price details
€1,052.00 x 1 Adult€1,052.00
Total
Price is €1,052.00

4-hour Private Tour

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Start and end Cruise Ship Port: This tour will start and end at the port where your cruise ship docks.
Duration: 4 hours
Private vehicle and guide: You will have a private vehicle and guide at your disposal for the entire duration of the tour.

Language options: English
Price details
€1,289.00 x 1 Adult€1,289.00
Total
Price is €1,289.00

What's included, what's not

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    Bathroom stops during the tour
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    Modern, air-conditioned shared bus transport
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    Full refund if your ship cannot dock
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    Professional local English-speaking tour guide
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    Guaranteed return to ship on time
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    Free time for lunch or souvenir shopping
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    24/7 Customer support, assistance with other arrangements and tours
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pick up and drop off at cruise ship terminal of Copenhagen
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge are welcome if you enjoy your tour. We recommend 10% for guides, and 5% for bus drivers
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fees (none will be required)

Know before you book

  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note that the walking portion is approximately 2.5 km (about 35 minutes total), flat and accessible, with multiple stops along the way for photos and guide commentary.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Port of Copenhagen

  • 30m
What makes Denmark the happiest nation on earth? Find out on our shore excursion of Copenhagen! Our bus tour begins right at your cruise ship terminal and ensures a timely return with plenty of time to spare. With years of experience guiding thousands of cruise passengers through the city, our expert team has never missed a departure! Meet your local guide and settle in for an introduction to the Danish capital.

Indre By (Pass by)

Enjoy a scenic panoramic drive through Indre By, Copenhagen’s historic centre. Along the way, your guide will introduce you to the city’s layout, history, and modern Danish way of life. Pass charming streets, green parks, elegant waterfront areas, and historic fortifications. From the comfort of your coach see the colourful sailors’ district of Nyboder, Rosenborg Castle, the City Hall Square, Tivoli Gardens (one of the world’s oldest amusement parks), the renowned Glyptoteket museum and much more.

Christiansborg Palace (Pass by)

Drive by Christiansborg Palace, located on the site of Copenhagen’s original fortress. Today, the palace houses the Danish Parliament, the Supreme Court, and the Royal Reception Rooms, making it the political heart of Denmark. If time and traffic conditions permit, enjoy a short walk through the impressive courtyard.

Amalienborg Palace

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Continue to Amalienborg Palace, the winter residence of the Danish Royal Family and a stunning example of Rococo architecture. Walk across the grand palace square and observe the Royal Guard on duty. Look for the Danish flag raised above one of the palaces, a sign that a member of the Royal Family is in residence.

Nyhavn

  • 1h
Enjoy free time in Nyhavn, Copenhagen’s iconic harbour lined with colourful townhouses and historic wooden ships. Although “Nyhavn” means “New Harbour,” the harbour itself dates back to the 17th century. Relax with a coffee or a Danish beer along the waterfront, or explore nearby Strøget, one of Europe’s longest pedestrian shopping streets.

The Little Mermaid

  • 15m
Before returning to the ship, enjoy a photo stop at the iconic Little Mermaid statue, a symbol of Copenhagen visited by millions each year. Your local guide will share the storey behind this famous landmark.

Port of Copenhagen

  • 15m
By the end of the tour, you will have seen Copenhagen's most iconic landmarks and experienced the city's rich history and culture. Do not miss the opportunity to explore this Scandinavian treasure!

Location

Activity location

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    Amalienborg Palace
    • Amalienborg Slotsplads
    • 1257, København, Denmark

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Langelinie
    • 2 Langeliniekaj
    • 2100, København, Denmark
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    Oceankaj Cruise Terminal 2
    • 6 Oceankaj
    • 2150, København, Denmark
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    Oceankaj Cruise Terminal 1
    • Oceanvej
    • 2150, København, Denmark
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    Oceankaj Cruise Terminal 3
    • 8 Oceankaj
    • 2150, København, Denmark

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