Day Tour, Palace, Cathedral & Viking Ships (Cruise Ship Special)
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
This day tour not only provides pickup at your Cruise Ship and transport you to the meet up with the rest of the travelers for a journey to see the unique palace Frederiksborg Plalace.
But also takes you to the UNESCO Heritage listed a cathedral and end the day at the shore of of the bay of Roskilde at the dynamic Viking Ship museum.
Your English-speaking driver will guide you at Roskilde's Cathedral, 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. 8000 steps is reached before the end of the day, and you will have walked up spiral staircases in medieval castles, crossed cobblestone covered streets.
Dress code for the day: do like the Danes says; There is no bad weather, just the wrong clothing!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not for children under 5 years. No child seats are available on the bus.
not recommended for walking impaired individuals
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Zealand
Car/van ride from pickup to the city of Hillerod. This is non guided drive taking the traveler out of Copenhagen port a drive through the landscape of Zealand until arrival in Hillerod.
Frederiksborg Castle
• 2-hour stop in Hillerød • Explore the incredible Frederiksborg Renaissance Palace at your own pace. • Lunch options available in Hillerød, whether at a local café or enjoying a sandwich from a local bakery while overlooking the lake surrounding Frederiksborg Palace.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
The historical sites' lack of support for Wheelchairs & Rollators, thus these is not accommodated.
Options
Palace Cathedral & Viking Ship
Palace, Cathedral & VikingShip: For late port arrival (1000-1200). All tickets and transport included. Pickup included
Early Departure - 3 sites
Cathedral Viking Ships, Palace: Pickup before 0900 Return to ship before 1700 Roskilde Cathedral, Viking ship & Fredriksborg Palace Pickup included
Luggage drop-off (max. 3 pers)
Van/Car: 3 travelers with 2 each airline-sized suitcase + hand luggage. Visit Frederiksborg Palace, Roskilde Cathedral & Viking Ships. Pickup included
Early departure 2 sties
Kronborg & Frederiksborg: Pickup before 0900 Return to ship before 1700 All ticket and transport included Visit Kornborg Castle & Fredriksborg Palace Pickup included
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Small tour making it more...
Elizabeth B,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Small tour making it more enjoyable, our tour guide was knowledgeable, entertaining and went above and beyond to make the tour great
Palace Viking tour
steven s,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Might be better to do not if you are in a cruise ship but it did work any way Our tour guide i think his name was Brian was fantastic . Really he made the trip. Was fun Viking museum and a huge palace and interesting very very old church.. the only not great thing was the transportation. We git picked up late and there was miscommunication
Small group Cathedral/Viking ship/Palace tour
P2827AEpatm,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Simon our guide was great! Wealth of knowledge and made info very interesting. Also helped with his archaeology background. Enjoyed all the stops which were the Royal church, Viking ship building and museum, kronborg palace and Fredriksborg Palace. Loved the small group of 10. Would highly recommend.
very informative and relaxed.
Seaside57610177215,Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Simon did a great job! all good but would have preferred more time at the ship museum. I don't usually give reviews xxxxxxx
Excellent Trip
robcamp ca,Aug 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was awesome. So a beautiful castle. The Vikings ships were pretty amazing with wood over 1000 years old. The chapel was amazing and very old and beautiful. I recommend the tour. Our tour guide was Rene and he was amazing and very knowledgeable and nice!!!
Great tour!!
851debir,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Renee was so knowledgeable & made the history exciting! Renee was also great at making it personal to everyone! The drive was very smooth & we were on time for all the stops!
Great tour!
sherrid939,May 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved it! Rene was great. Saw lots of beautiful sites and learned so much history! Would recommend for sure! Denmark is beautiful
This tour is a must
853nessav,Oct 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour is a must! We loved this tour the tour guide was very informative about the trip the minibus felt super comfortable. We definitely loved walking around and exploring the sites and the Frederiksborg Palace was spectacular and it was a work of art . Definitely lived up to our expectations.
Very good company very well narrated. Guides name was Benji who was very accommodating. The third party company was not.
Bob V,Jun 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good company Benji was a knowledgeable and courteous guide. Try to book directly not using a third party. They caused us to miss half the tour
Castles, Palace, Cathedral and Viking Ships with Ophelia Tours Denmark
KellyA3416,May 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful day with Rene our guide today visiting Castle, Palace, cathedral and the Viking Ship Museum! Saw and learned so much! Our trip was well paced. This was an excellent way to get the most out of a day in Denmark. Rene was brilliant, charming, and fun. Highly recommended!
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