Private Tour
Discover Copenhagen Private Boat Tour Experience
Overview
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This is Copenhagen from its most elegant angle — a private canal experience aboard Freyja, a beautiful luxury designed boat reserved exclusively for you and your guests. No crowds. No fixed narration. Just calm waters, personal storytelling, and a relaxed, curated journey through the city’s most iconic and hidden corners.
Led by a knowledgeable and friendly local captain, the tour is shaped entirely around your interests — whether that means royal palaces, modern architecture, a swim stop, or simply drifting in silence with a drink in hand. There’s no rush, no noise, and no microphone — just genuine hospitality, peaceful waters, and room to breathe.
Thoughtful touches like warm blankets, optional route changes, and an intimate atmosphere make this feel more like sailing with a friend than booking a tour. It’s a premium, personal escape through the soul of Copenhagen — and a memory that lingers long after the boat docks.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: Access to the boat requires stepping down into the vessel from the dock. Unfortunately, this experience is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs or with significant mobility limitations. We’re happy to assist with boarding where possible, but guests must be able to step independently or with light support.
If you have specific health concerns or mobility questions, feel free to contact us before booking — we’re happy to advise.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
Optional swim stop
Peaceful, crowd-free atmosphere
A genuinely great time in the canals of Copenhagen
Historical insights and fun local myths
Great photo opportunities
Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests
Private boat exclusively for your group
What To Expect
Havnegade Harbour Promenade
The Old Customs House – Gateway to the City Our journey begins at the Old Customs House (Det Gamle Toldhus), once the threshold between Denmark and the world. Built in 1734, this stately Baroque building stood as a symbol of Copenhagen’s importance as a trading port. Here, ships from all over Europe docked to declare their goods, pay duties, and bring news from across the seas. The house watched over barrels of rum from the West Indies, timber from Norway, and silk from the East. Though its customs role is long retired, the building remains a cornerstone of the city’s maritime identity — elegant, proud, and weathered by centuries of sea air. As Freyja gently pulls away from the pier, you step into the same flow of water that once carried goods, kings, and ideas across the globe. This is where Copenhagen opened itself to the world — and where your journey begins.
Nyhavn
Nyhavn – The Postcard of Copenhagen Just around the bend lies Nyhavn, a canal so picturesque it barely feels real. The name means “New Harbor,” though it’s been here since 1673. What was once a rowdy sailor’s quarter filled with beer halls and brothels is now the city’s most beloved promenade. Colorful 17th-century houses lean slightly over cobbled quays, and old wooden ships nod gently on the water. Locals sip coffee on the docks, jazz floats from open windows, and bicycles clatter by in eternal rhythm. Hans Christian Andersen once lived here — in fact, three of these houses were his homes — and it’s easy to imagine the inspiration behind his fairy tales blooming right here. Today, Nyhavn is Copenhagen’s most photographed face, a joyful mixture of nostalgia, beauty, and the ever-present lapping of the harbor against the stones.
Options
3 Hrs Luxury Private Cruise
Duration: 3 hours: Our most popular option. Ideal for guests who want to truly unwind. Explore more distant corners of the harbor, enjoy a longe
3 hours canal cruise
90min - Luxury Private Cruise
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: A scenic 90-minute private cruise through Copenhagen’s most iconic and historic canals. Note the longer the better the tour.
90 Mins tour
2 Hrs Luxury Canal Cruise
Duration: 2 hours: A full two-hour private tour covering classic sights and hidden gems.
2 Hours Tour
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The private boating tour...
JeanMarie S,
Jul 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00The private boating tour through the canals of Copenhagen was amazing. A unique way to experience the city that we absolutely recommend when in Copenhagen. Captain Denis was lovely kind friendly and very knowledgable about the city but also about the way of life in Denmark. An impressive source of all kind of information. Finally, the weather was perfect as well, a bit warm but lovely blue sky which made for amazing pictures.
Amazing private boat tour for the whole family!
Anthony E,
Jul 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was one of our favorite activities we did as a family of 5 in Copenhagen. Our captain was very knowledgeable about all the sights and areas around the city. He prepared wine and snacks for us which made the ride relaxing and comfortable. I highly recommend this tour while you visit Copenhagen!
The Best Way to See Copenhagen!
Barb J,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00If you want a personal experience, not the massive “canned” boat tour, this is your guy! The boat was cool, and just the right size for our group of 6 adults. Dennis was fun, interesting, and professional. (We wanted to hang out with him!).
Great Captain/guide - absolutely made our trip
matt b,
Jun 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00So lucky to book this very last minute. Was pricey for just myself and my daughter (16) but we have been in Copenhagen for 3 days and 2 hours on this boat and guide really made the trip. I wish I remember his name, but the owner is extremely friendly and took us *everywhere*. The boat is brand new and he can take it anywhere (and does). We were happy to be just 2 of us, but he will take up to 8 and there is plenty of room. He picked us up right behind our hotel since we did this very last minute. Cannot say how much we enjoyed his time and knowledge.
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