Travel Itinerary: Delhi to Copenhagen & Surrounding Trips (16th - 23rd July 2025)

Day 1: 16th July – Arrival & Copenhagen Introduction

Morning: Flight from Delhi to Copenhagen, arriving in the afternoon.

Afternoon: After check-in, visit Tivoli Gardens, one of the world’s oldest amusement parks. Walk along Strøget, Copenhagen’s famous pedestrian shopping street.

Evening: Dine at Restaurant Puk to enjoy authentic Danish smørrebrød (open-faced sandwiches) and traditional dishes in a historic setting.

Day 2: 17th July – Copenhagen Culture & History

Morning: Explore Nyhavn harbour for colorful buildings and boat tours, then visit the nearby Amalienborg Palace, home of the Danish royal family.

Afternoon: Visit The National Museum of Denmark to learn about Danish history, followed by a stroll through Christiansborg Palace and its Tower offering panoramic city views.

Evening: Experience modern Danish cuisine at Kødbyens Fiskebar in the trendy Meatpacking District, famous for its fresh seafood.

Day 3: 18th July – Art & Alternative Copenhagen

Morning: Visit the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art (a short train ride) to see exceptional art collections with seaside views.

Afternoon: Return to the city and explore Freetown Christiania, Copenhagen’s unique, self-governing neighborhood known for its creative and alternative culture.

Evening: Try Grød for a casual dinner specializing in Danish porridge dishes with savory and sweet toppings.

Day 4: 19th July – Royal Gardens and Canal Tour

Morning: Enjoy a leisurely walk in the Rosenborg Castle Gardens (Kongens Have), and visit Rosenborg Castle to see the Danish crown jewels.

Afternoon: Take a canal tour from Nyhavn to explore Copenhagen’s historic waterways, passing iconic sights like The Little Mermaid Statue and Opera House.

Evening: Dinner at Restaurant Radio, known for its New Nordic cuisine using seasonal Danish ingredients.

Day 5: 20th July – Aarhus One Day Trip

Morning: Early train to Aarhus, Denmark’s second-largest city. Visit the ARoS Aarhus Art Museum with its famous rainbow panorama.

Afternoon: Explore Den Gamle By (The Old Town), an open-air museum showcasing Danish life through the ages.

Evening: Return to Copenhagen. Stop for dinner at Restaurant Schønnemann, famous for traditional Danish smørrebrød.

Day 6: 21st July – Malmö, Sweden One Day Trip

Morning: Take the Øresund Bridge train to Malmö. Visit Malmö Castle and the old town area.

Afternoon: Walk around Ribersborgsstranden beach and visit the modern Turning Torso skyscraper. Enjoy a Swedish fika with pastries at Viskan Konditori.

Evening: Return to Copenhagen. Dinner option: Café Norden, popular for Danish and Scandinavian comfort food.

Day 7: 22nd July – Leisure & Shopping in Copenhagen

Morning: Relax at Botanical Garden and visit National Gallery of Denmark (Statens Museum for Kunst).

Afternoon: Shopping at Magasin du Nord and exploring Designmuseum Danmark for iconic Danish design inspiration.

Evening: Sample open-faced sandwiches at Aamanns 1921 and enjoy a craft beer at nearby Mikkeller Bar.

Day 8: 23rd July – Last Day & Departure

Morning: Visit Church of Our Saviour and climb the spiral tower for city views.

Afternoon: Last-minute souvenir shopping and a relaxing walk in Assistens Cemetery, an urban park and resting place of famous Danes like Hans Christian Andersen.

Evening: Early dinner at Schmidt's Tivoli before heading to Copenhagen Airport for the evening flight back to Delhi.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Tivoli Gardens: 3 hours, Approx. 150 DKK (~20 USD)
• Nyhavn & Amalienborg Palace: 2.5 hours, Free to walk around, Palace entry ~120 DKK (~16 USD)
• The National Museum of Denmark: 2 hours, 95 DKK (~13 USD)
• Louisiana Museum of Modern Art: 4 hours (including travel), 160 DKK (~22 USD)
• Rosenborg Castle & Gardens: 3 hours, 125 DKK (~17 USD)
• Copenhagen Canal Tour: 1.5 hours, 120 DKK (~16 USD)
• Aarhus Day Trip (train + entry fees): 10 hours, Train return approx. 600 DKK (~80 USD), Museum entries ~160 DKK (~22 USD)
• Malmö Day Trip (train + entry fees): 10 hours, Train return approx. 220 DKK (~30 USD), Attractions mostly free or ~100 DKK (~13 USD) total
• Meals (average per meal): 150-300 DKK (~20-40 USD) per meal, approx. 8 meals = 1600 DKK (~215 USD)

Total Estimated Cost (excluding flights & accommodation): ~3500 DKK (~470 USD)

Tips

For travelers wanting to extend the trip, consider spending an extra day in Aarhus or exploring more of Sweden’s southern coast after Malmö, like Lund or Helsingborg. To reduce the trip, you might skip the Sweden day trip and combine Aarhus as a quick overnight stay or focus entirely on Copenhagen’s city sights to allow more relaxed exploration.