Cruise Special Kornborg and Frederikborg Castles
This tour provides the one-day cruise traveler with a glimpse of some of Denmark's most iconic palaces, one is even on the UNESCO Heritage list and the other is best described as a magnificent Renaissance palace.
There is a guided tour at the Kronborg Castle and a self-guided tour for the Frederiksborg Palace. Lunch can be enjoyed in the town of Hillerod, surrounding the Frederiksborg Palace.
Your English-speaking driver will guide you at Kronborg Castle, providing info-tainment, a delightful mix of facts presented in an easy-going manner, with a twinkle in the eyes of our excellent driver and guide. The narrative strikes a balance, offering just enough facts without overwhelming you with years, kings, and wars, coupled with a touch of humor and fun.
No need for cardio exercise on this day. 4000 steps is reached before the end of the day.
Do like the Danes say; There is no bad weather, just the wrong clothing!
Options
Cruise Ship Special Group
Duration: 7 hours
Minibus
Groups from 6 to 16: For small groups, less than 8 others will joint the tour.
Groups of 9-16 are private tours.
Pickup included
What's included in Cruise Special Kornborg and Frederikborg Castles
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Kronborg Slot
This 1600s was once a real royal palace, the a garrison, but also linked to unique world litterature. The guide will introduce you to the history of the castle, it place in Danish and world history and not forget about Shakespeare.
Frederiksborg Castle
This incredible renaissance palace is most likely the most opulent palace you have ever seen. Built in the 1600s by one of Denmark most iconic kings, and today it stand as one Denmark most impressive renaissance palaces filled with interesting historical artifacts, but also an very distinct renaissance architecture. This is something you can enjoy and explore on you own even the most non historical interested person will be able to find something special in this palace.
Hillerod
In the towns main street, a walking street there a different kinds of lunch options. Ranging from cafes, to Danish style bakery with both sandwiches and Danish pastry, kebab, and danish style hotdog stand. Or you could just grab a big Danish style ice cream an a have a walk around if you can break free of the palaces exhibition.
Inclusions
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Meals
- Restroom on board
- Airport transfer (approx €65 to a pickup point or drop-off in CPH. max. 6 persons) NO luggage
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Historical sites' lack of support for Wheelchairs/walking frames.
- Not recommended for children under 5 years.
- Non english speaking children could find this tour uninteresting
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please be advised that the pickup time at the port normally is 0900 CET. Look for a black Mercedes-Benz Sprinter bus with the name: "Ophelia Tours" on the door. Airport transfer (approx €65 to a pickup point or drop-off in CPH. max. 6 persons) NO luggage
