Ffestiniog Travel
Denmark & Northern Germany
12 daysfrom $4,073
railtour suisse · Self-guided rail tour
Train tour of Denmark
Experience the beauty of Denmark in a relaxed setting on an unforgettable train journey. As you travel past rolling coastal landscapes, charming towns, and vast fields, enjoy comfort, sustainability, and breathtaking views, all without any stress.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Hamburg
Switzerland - Hamburg
Travel comfortably by ICE from Basel and reach Hamburg after approximately 6h30. After your arrival and check-in at the hotel, immerse yourself in the city's maritime atmosphere. Enjoy a fresh shrimp sandwich and take in the lively activity around the harbor. Overnight in Hamburg: 1 night.
- Day 2railovernight: Copenhagen
Hamburg - Copenhagen
After breakfast, make your way to the central station. The direct Intercity train takes you to Copenhagen in just under 5 hours. Overnight in Copenhagen: 2 nights.
- Day 3overnight: Copenhagen
Copenhagen
Explore much of the city on foot. Strøget, Europe's longest shopping street. The Tivoli Gardens are nostalgic, romantic, and magical. Boat tour through the canals, passing colourful houses and historic sailing ships in Nyhavn, Amalienborg Palace and the Little Mermaid.
- Day 4railovernight: Odense
Copenhagen - Odense
Continue your journey to Odense. The direct Intercity train takes you to Denmark's fairy-tale city in 1 hour and 30 minutes. Immerse yourself in the world of Hans Christian Andersen. Stroll through the pedestrian zone with its charming street art, cosy cafés, and small boutiques. Overnight in Odense: 1 night.
- Day 5railovernight: Aarhus
Odense - Aarhus
The direct Intercity train takes you in 1 hour and 30 minutes to the east coast of Jutland, to the creative coastal city of Aarhus. Visit the open-air museum Den Gamle By. Overnight in Aarhus: 2 nights.
- Day 6overnight: Aarhus
Aarhus
At the iconic ARoS Aarhus Art Museum, stroll through the vibrant 'Rainbow Panorama' on the rooftop for a spectacular view over the city. Beaches and forests just a few minutes from the city centre invite you to enjoy nature.
- Day 7railovernight: Fredericia
Aarhus - Fredericia
After just under an hour by train, you reach the town of Fredericia. Right in the town centre, a family-friendly beach with calm water and great facilities. In the pedestrian zone, cosy cafés and small boutiques. Overnight in Fredericia: 1 night.
- Day 8rail
Fredericia - Switzerland
Today is a travel day, and the train slowly carries you out of the country. Via Hamburg, directly back to Switzerland.
Included
- Train journey in 2nd class from/to Basel SBB, based on Half-Fare travelcard. Route according to programme
- Accommodation in a standard double room with breakfast: 1 night in Hamburg, Hotel Continental***; 2 nights in Kopenhagen, Boutique Hotel Andersen****; 1 night in Odense, Nomad City Hotel***; 2 nights in Aarhus, Hotel Atlantic***; 1 night in Fredericia, Hotel Gammel Havn***
