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Two-Week Denmark Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Aalborg traveling south to Aarhus, Vejle, Copenhagen, Odense, Esbjerg, and Herning

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 15-day road trip in Denmark! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Aalborg, Aarhus, Syddjurs, Ebeltoft, Vejle, Jelling, Givskud, Copenhagen, Frederiksberg, Helsingør, Kastrup, Capital Region of Denmark, Faxe, Odense, Esbjerg, Ribe, Herning, Skanderborg, Randers, and Rebild.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Denmark. You will spend 2 nights in Aalborg, 2 nights in Aarhus, 1 night in Vejle, 6 nights in Copenhagen, 1 night in Odense, 1 night in Esbjerg, and 1 night in Herning. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Denmark. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Aalborg, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Denmark on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Denmark. Tivoli Gardens and Christiania are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Aalborg, Aarhus, Syddjurs, Ebeltoft, Vejle, Jelling, Givskud, Copenhagen, Frederiksberg, Helsingør, Kastrup, Capital Region of Denmark, Faxe, Odense, Esbjerg, Ribe, Herning, Skanderborg, Randers, and Rebild, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Denmark. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Denmark.

Throughout your road trip in Denmark, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Denmark.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Denmark fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Denmark today!

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Day 1

Aalborg - Arrival day
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Your road trip adventure in Denmark begins as soon as you reach Aalborg and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 1 night and explore what to see in Aalborg, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

Aalborg is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Aalborg. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Denmark. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Aalborg, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 15-day road trip in Denmark!

Day 2

Aalborg
Aarhus
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Drive 121 km, 1 hour 59 min

KUNSTEN Museum of Modern Art Aalborg
Aalborgtårnet
Aalborg Zoo
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On day 2 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Denmark, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Aalborg. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Aarhus, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Aarhus, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Aarhus's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Denmark.

Day 3

Aarhus
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Drive 4 km, 23 min

The Old Town
ARoS Aarhus Art Museum
Latin Quarter
Vestergade
Møllestien
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Day 3 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Aalborg. You’ll stay in Aarhus for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

One of the most iconic spots you can visit today is Latin Quarter. Allow yourself some time to explore this neighborhood and discover its unique quirks. You'll also find many of the best sightseeing spots nearby.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Denmark. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Aarhus, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Denmark!

Day 4

Aarhus
Vejle
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Drive 202 km, 3 hours 9 min

Kalø Castle
Trehøje Mols
The Frigate Jylland
Skandinavisk Dyrepark
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Dive into day 4 of your remarkable road trip in Denmark. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Syddjurs and Ebeltoft. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Vejle, where you'll spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Vejle. Vejle offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Vejle, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Denmark!

Day 5

Vejle
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Drive 296 km, 3 hours 49 min

Kongernes Jelling
Jelling Mounds, Runic Stones and Church
Givskud Zoo Zootopia
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 5 of your road trip in Denmark. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Jelling and Givskud. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Copenhagen, where will spend 6 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Copenhagen. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Copenhagen. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Denmark!

Day 6

Copenhagen
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Drive 4 km, 37 min

The Round Tower
City Hall Square
Tivoli Gardens
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You have 5 nights left in Copenhagen. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Denmark. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Copenhagen. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Denmark!

Day 7

Copenhagen
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Drive 8 km, 1 hour 1 min

Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
Christiansborg Palace (2nd)
Kongens Nytorv
Nyhavn
Christiania
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Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Denmark. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Copenhagen's best restaurants.

Say good night to Copenhagen and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Denmark!

Day 8

Copenhagen
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Drive 5 km, 45 min

Torvehallerne
Botanical Garden
Rosenborg Castle
Rosenborg Castle Gardens
Amalienborg
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You’ll stay in Copenhagen for 3 nights.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Denmark. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Copenhagen. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Denmark.

Day 9

Copenhagen
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Drive 9 km, 43 min

Frederiksberg Gardens
Copenhagen Zoo
Søndermarken
Cisterns in Søndermarken
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On day 9 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Copenhagen, where you still have 2 nights left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Frederiksberg.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Copenhagen.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Copenhagen, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Denmark.

Day 10

Copenhagen
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Drive 91 km, 1 hour 30 min

Kronborg Castle
M/S Maritime Museum
Strøget
Jægersborggade
Vesterbro
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Day 10 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Aalborg. You’ll stay in Copenhagen for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Denmark. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Copenhagen is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Copenhagen.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Denmark!

Day 11

Copenhagen
Odense
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Drive 291 km, 3 hours 58 min

The Blue Planet
Frederiksborg Castle Church
Camp Adventure
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On day 11 of your road trip in Denmark, your travel plans include 3 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Kastrup, Capital Region of Denmark, and Faxe are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Odense, where you will stay for 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Odense, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Odense is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Odense.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Denmark.

Day 12

Odense
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Drive 203 km, 2 hours 41 min

Odense Zoo
Tirpitz museum
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Your itinerary for day 12 of your road trip in Denmark includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Odense and Grønbjerg. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Esbjerg, where you'll spend 1 night.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Odense.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Esbjerg. Esbjerg offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Esbjerg's best restaurants.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day 13

Esbjerg
Herning
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Drive 209 km, 3 hours 18 min

Ribe VikingeCenter
Ribe Cathedral
Lyngvig Lighthouse
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On day 13 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Denmark, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Lustrup and Ribe. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Herning, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Herning. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the town.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Herning. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Denmark!

Day 14

Herning
Aalborg
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Drive 215 km, 2 hours 51 min

Himmelbjerget
Randers Tropical Zoo
Thingbæk Chalk Mines / Rebild Center
Rebild National Park Society, Inc
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Dive into day 14 of your remarkable road trip in Denmark. Today you'll explore 4 destinations, including Skanderborg, Randers, Oplev, and Rebild. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Aalborg, where you'll spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Aalborg, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Aalborg's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Denmark.

Day 15

Aalborg - Departure day
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Nordkraft
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Day 15 of your road trip in Denmark is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Denmark!

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Confirm your package instantly and lock in the best rate with secure payment and guaranteed availability.

Get instant confirmation

Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.

Personalize your itinerary

Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.

Easily make changes

Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.

Enjoy seamless planning

With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.

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