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North Zealand Castles
Copenhagen North Zealand Castles Tour
 

This private North Zealand castle tour from Copenhagen visits two of Denmark's most iconic castles in a single day: Frederiksborg Castle and Kronborg Castle, the setting for Shakespeare's Hamlet. Your private driver guide and round-trip transportation are included.

7 hours (private)
private excursion
driver guide
english speaking local
all group sizes
sedan to full size coach
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port or hotel
pick up either location
  • Pick up from Port or your Hotel in Copenhagen
  • Private English Speaking Driver Guide
  • Round Trip Transportation in Private Vehicle
  • Included Interior Visits - Frederiksborg Castle, Kronborg Castle
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Tour Number: DCOPE-08


Group Size (Prices in USD)*: 		2 People - $846 Per Person
3 People - $594 Per Person
4 People - $458 Per Person
5 People - $374 Per Person
6 People - $320 Per Person



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TOUR DESCRIPTION
 

North Zealand Castles

This full-day private Copenhagen shore excursion takes you through the castles and countryside of North Zealand, one of Denmark's most scenic regions. Your driver guide meets you at the pier and provides commentary throughout the day. Both castle visits are self-guided; if you prefer a licensed guide inside the castles, contact us for a quote.

Your first stop is Frederiksborg Castle, a Renaissance masterpiece built in 1615 by King Christian IV. Set on a small island in a lake in the town of Hillerod, the castle now houses the Museum of National Danish History, with collections of royal portraits, furniture, silverware, and decorative arts spanning five centuries. Your visit includes the museum galleries and the castle chapel, one of the finest examples of Danish Renaissance architecture.

After the castle, you have time for lunch at your own expense before continuing north to Fredensborg Palace, the summer and autumn residence of the Danish Royal Family. The palace is set in a formal park on the edge of Lake Esrum, and you see the exterior and grounds on a scenic stop.

From Fredensborg, a short drive brings you to the town of Helsingor and Kronborg Castle, built in 1420 and known worldwide as the setting of Shakespeare's Hamlet. You explore the castle's great halls and descend into the catacombs, where the legendary figure of Holger Dansk sits in stone. According to Danish legend, Holger has never lost a battle and will awaken to defend Denmark if the country is ever threatened.

The return drive to Copenhagen follows the Danish Riviera, a scenic coastal route with views of both the Danish and Swedish coastlines across the Oresund Strait.

Contact us if you would like to customize this North Zealand castle tour or need transportation for a larger group.

Please note
  • Castle interiors are self-guided. A licensed guide inside the castles is available on request for an additional fee.
  • Due to uneven surfaces, steps, and walking distances, this itinerary is not suitable for guests using wheelchairs.

What's Included

Included

  • Pick up from Port or your Hotel in Copenhagen
  • Private English Speaking Driver Guide
  • Round Trip Transportation in Private Vehicle
  • Included Interior Visits - Frederiksborg Castle, Kronborg Castle

Not Included

  • Meals and beverages
  • Gratuities (optional, at your discretion)
  • Personal shopping

Tour Timing

All times are approximate and will vary based on your group's pace and interests.

  • 1
    45 Minutes
    Drive to Frederiksborg Castle
  • 2
    1 Hour and 45 Minutes
    Visit Frederiksborg Castle
  • 3
    1 Hour
    Free time for Lunch
  • 4
    45 Minutes
    Drive to Kronborg Castle
  • 5
    1 Hour and 45 Minutes
    Visit Kronborg Castle
  • 6
    1 Hour
    Transfer back to Copenhagen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where does this North Zealand castle tour depart from?
Your driver guide meets you at the Copenhagen cruise port. Pickup from a Copenhagen hotel can also be arranged.
How far is Frederiksborg Castle from Copenhagen?
Frederiksborg Castle is approximately 25 miles northwest of Copenhagen, about a 45-minute drive from the cruise port.
How far is Kronborg Castle from Copenhagen?
Kronborg Castle is located in Helsingor, approximately 30 miles north of Copenhagen, about a 45-minute drive from Frederiksborg.
Are the castle visits guided or self-guided?
Both Frederiksborg and Kronborg are self-guided visits. Your driver guide provides commentary during the drive. If you prefer a licensed guide inside the castles, contact us for a quote before booking.
Is this tour suitable for wheelchair users?
Due to uneven surfaces, steps, and walking distances inside the castles, this itinerary is not suitable for guests using wheelchairs. Please contact us for alternative sightseeing options.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Copenhagen June 11, 2026
Reviewer: Robert N from Huntington Station, New York  
Our guides were all - the best was michel (spelling may be off) in DEnmark. he was knowledgeable, personable, friendly - all you would want in a guide. i highly recommend.  Copenhagen, London, Dover and Portland were all amazing - a must to visit we were a group of 8 - cousins and spouses - 4 couples.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Copenhagen April 12, 2026
Reviewer: Bridgette G from Aurora Canada  
I have been meaning to get in touch and letting you know that all private tours were right on time even though after reconfirming from the hotel in Copenhagen my German phone never worked, so I was a bit concerned how it would work out but they were all there, were professional and helpful and with the three boys it was the best decision I made about the whole trip to have the private tours. I knew this cruise would not be the perfect itinerary for teen age boys but I think the guides we had made it work, adjusted the programs tour over the city rather than the city tour as it would have given the boys a thrill and me the kind of overview of the city one could not get from a car. I dont mean it complaining, it is more hindsight on my part. I would recommend Private tours to anyone with a small group, as the flexibility and advantage of passing all the long long line ups for all the larger groups and sneaking in ahead of them was worth alone the extra cost. On top of it the flexibility was just priceless for the boys. I have less good things to say about the cruise line, found the ship not well organized and not at all helpful for anyone not wanting their tours and giving the rest of us wrong information about landing procedures at least 12 the time. Well, I have learned a lot and even though I will never be a total cruise fan, the baltic itinerary is really very informative if one prepares oneself as there was little or no advanced information on the destination ports given to us from the ship itself. So, thanks for your helpful service, I would recommend booking private tours to anyone!! You are welcome to quote my recommendation if needed.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Copenhagen April 5, 2026
Reviewer: David G from Dix Hills, NY  
We had an excellent tour and will recommend it to others.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Copenhagen March 12, 2026
Reviewer: Nancy K from San Antonio TX  
We enjoyed our excursions with your company very much. The drivers and guides were professional, punctual, friendly and well-informed. The vehicles were comfortable, clean and generally of a superior quality. You and your staff were very helpful and responsive to our inquiries and requests and your reservation information was complete, professional, and helpful. We will be sure to work with you in our future trips to Europe and abroad.

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5 of 5 Review Location- Copenhagen February 5, 2026
Reviewer: Denise A and William P from Roslyn, WA  
We want to thank you for the great job you did on planning and organizing our trip to Europe. The eight of us had a great time as well as being pleasantly surprised at how well the trip was organized, how gracious our drivers and guides were how pertinent your suggestions were. We will be having friends go in the spring and will be referring them to you.

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