Royal Zealand and Copenhagen
7 nights from €1688
4.27Delight in Denmark's tranquil countryside, quaint towns, and the city of Copenhagen.
Denmark is perfectly suited for cycling holidays. The small kingdom welcomes you with a varied and beautiful landscape.
This tour showcases the best of Northeast Zealand. You will discover wild forests, flourishing meadows, beautiful coastlines, and charming villages. You will bike along lovely beaches, pass charming marinas, visit important Royal cities like Hillerød and Roskilde. Everything is close by and always easy to reach. Sand, sea, culture, and history combined with a lively, charming modern capital-–this tour has it all.
And your bicycle is the preferred way to explore all of this: Denmark boasts over 12,000km of sign-posted cycle routes! You'll see for yourself what a perfect place Denmark is to discover by bike. Copenhagen is even called the Bike Capital of the World. Come and see for yourself!
On this 7-night tour, you will also enjoy high-level accommodation, including a centrally located 4-star hotel in Copenhagen and the best available hotels in every other stage (only 3- and 4-star hotels).
Note: If you have a minimum of 6 people in your party, you may request a start-day other than Saturdays or Sundays. Please contact us for options and prices.
Daily Program
Day 1: Copenhagen
Arrival in Copenhagen. The Danish capital has a lot to offer. An early arrival is highly recommended (we can help you book extra nights before your tour starts). Arrive at your hotel and use the free time to explore The Bike Capital of the World. Take a stroll through the medieval city center or visit the famous Tivoli amusement park. Visit Nyhavn, the Royal Castle, or Christiania.
Overnight in Copenhagen.
Day 2: Copenhagen – Helsingør or surrounding
32 miles/50 km
Biking through Copenhagen is a fantastic tour start. You leave Copenhagen heading north. Today's stage will take you along the Öresund, the strait between Zealand in Denmark and Schonen in Sweden. Always with a view of Baltic Sea, you will quickly reach the famous beach Bellevue. Enjoy a swim here, if you wish!
In your destination, Helsingør, Kronborg Castle is worth a visit, or take the ferry for a quick trip to Helsingborg on the Swedish side.
Overnight in Helsingør or surrounding.
Day 3: Helsingør or surrounding – Hillerød/surrounding
34 miles/55km
Take some time to visit the old port city of Helsingør before continuing your bike ride. The coastal resorts of Hornbæk and Gilleleje will charm you and invite you to linger.
After this, your route leads away from the coast. You will pass extensive nature reserves and small lakes. The contrasts in environment and landscape on this part of the ride will impress you.
Once you reach your destination for the night, Helsinge/Hillerød area, visit Frederiksborg Castle--or just treat yourself with a good glass of wine in the hotel. Either is a great way to spend the rest of the day!
Overnight in Helsinge/Hillerød area.
Day 4: Hillerød – Højby
44 miles/ 70 km
Today you will cycle back to the coast. The small idyllic villages of Tisvildeleje and Liseleje as well as numerous beaches exude their charm. You have reached your today's goal with Højby. the picturesque small town is located on the opposite side of the Isefjord. The ferry ticket to Rørvig is included for you.
Overnight in Højby.
Day 5: Højby – Holbæk
28 miles/ 45km
On the Odsherred peninsula, you will always be near the sea, the dunes, and the beautiful salty sea air. You will find the most beautiful sandy beaches there. Nevertheless, today's bike tour has more to offer: breathtaking views all along the coast of Isefjord, Lammefjord, and Holbækfjord.
The destination for today is the port city of Holbæk, which was first mentioned in historical documents in 1199. Here we recommend you visit the Protestant-Lutheran Church of St. Nikolai.
Overnight in Holbæk.
Day 6: Holbæk – Roskilde
31 miles/50 km
Today you start south along the Isefjord. You will discover green meadows and small charming villages. The final part of the route leads along the bay of Roskilde. The Cathedral of Roskilde welcomes you from afar. Since the beginning of the 15th century, the cathedral was the favorite grave church of the Danish royal family, and since 1995, it is also part of UNESCO World Heritage. We also recommend a visit to the Viking Ship Museum.
Overnight in Roskilde.
Day 7: Roskilde – Copenhagen
25 miles/40km
The last stage leads you back to the starting point of your bike tour: the Danish capital Copenhagen. From Albertslund, you'll follow a newly built bike path to the center of the city almost free of traffic!
In the afternoon you'll have enough time to explore the city on your own. You can fulfill all the wonderful impressions that you have already gained on your bike tour through North Zealand.
Overnight in Copenhagen
Day 8: Departure from Copenhagen
After breakfast, your journey ends. We are happy to book an extended stay for you to explore the Danish capital further.
Hotels
These are sample hotels and may vary based on availability.
On this 7-night tour, you will enjoy high-level accommodation, including a centrally located 4-star hotel in Copenhagen and the best available hotels in every other stage (only 3- and 4-star hotels).
Copenhagen: Absalon Hotel
Helsingør: Comwell Hotel Borupgaard
Hillerød: Hotel & Restaurant Hillerød
Højby: Hotel HøjbySø
Holbæk: Hotel Sidesporet
Roskilde: Comwell Hotel
Interested in visiting other areas before or after your tour? Visit our hotels page to learn more about lodging options.
Bikes
Standard Bike
A solid, easy wheeling and sturdy trekking bike which can be recommended to every guest with good conscience. Modern V-breaks, aluminium-rims, and almost indestructible tires ensure high duration. The heart of each bicycle is a modern, high-resistant aluminium frame. Traffic safety is guaranteed by lighting system, carrier, mudguard and comfortable saddle.
Unisex frame 21-gears with free wheel:
Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 / 43 cm
Men’s speed bikes 21-gears with free wheel and crossbar
Sizes: 64 / 60 / 56 "slopping" cm
Specifications on standard bikes
- Modern, high-resistant aluminum frame
- V-brakes
- Aluminium-rims
- Reliable tires, which ensure high duration
- Shimano Alivio derailleur on 21-speed
- Selle Royal Saddles
*Posture for 21-speed standard bikes will be upright for comfort
Premium bike
The premium bike is equipped with upgraded components, and with a dark varnish a true eye-catcher. The sportive attitude with 27 speed Shimano Deore XT guarantees highest comfort on the tour. Hydraulic Magura brakes HS 11 and a high-quality suspension fork from Suntour are only some of numerous advantages. Truly the proper choice for those who are looking for high quality with a sportive design.
Upgraded components on 27-speed standard bikes
- Hydraulic Magura HS 11 brakes
- Shimano Deore XT derailleur on 27-speed
- High-quality Suntour suspension fork
*Posture for 27-speed upgraded standard bikes will be upright and forward
Electrically-assisted bike
Pedelec, unisex frame
A Pedelec is an electric bike which assists with electric support only when pedalling. Composed on the basis of KTM-bikes, this bike is more than adequate for the routes. The bike is easy to handle as you have a good weight distribution and a low balance point. Overall weight amounts to approx. 23 kg. An illuminated LCD display, a computer and a wattage display add to the comfort. You cycle with 28 inch-bikes, three different modes guarantee a maximum fun of cycling.
*More about electrically-assisted bikes >
Only children's bikes are available on this tour (no bike trailer or child seat is available)
All of the bike rentals will be equipped with the following at no additional charge:
- Saddlebag (water-repellent), rear
- Handlebar bag (water-repellent), with clear cover on top for easy map viewing
- Tools
- Repair kit (with extra bicycle tube)
- Pump
- Combination lock
Pedals:
The bikes will have flat pedals. If you want to bring your own pedals, please bring your own shoes and also the necessary equipment to change the pedals. Toe cages are not available to rent.
Seats:
If you plan to bring your own seat, please make sure it will be compatible with a 27.2 to 31.4 mm seat post. If necessary, you may also need to bring your own adapter. The tour company will assist in switching the seat post for you.
Helmets:
Helmets are not included with the bike rentals. You can buy or rent a helmet from the tour company (check the extra options in the pricing chart). You must let us know your helmet preference upon booking. If you do not rent or buy a helmet through the tour company, we recommend you bring your own.
Dates & Prices
Questions about pricing or options? Call +1-215-613-0874 to talk to a Tour Advisor now.
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Surface and terrain
On the whole, this is an easy cycle tour which leads through flat and soft hilly landscapes. You'll cycle mostly on dedicated bike paths and small, minor roads without much traffic. You can expect some traffic upon entering and leaving cities.
Of course, there is traffic in Copenhagen, but there are plenty of bike lanes, and the drivers are used to paying a lot of attention to bikers.
We will provide detailed maps and route descriptions with notes about your route. GPS tracks are also available upon request (please request in advance).
How to get there
Tour start and end
Nearest airport: Copenhagen (CPH) airport
Nearest train station: Copenhagen Central Station
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