Freewheel - Denmark’s Island Zealand-Circuit Tour

Denmark’s Island Zealand-Circuit Tour

Denmark

From £880 P/P

Discover the home to the Danish Riviera and wonderful Copenhagen on this circular tour of the Danish island of Zealand. Take in the small galleries of Kaerebaekstorp, the rich history of Gavnø Castle and the beautiful beaches this picturesque landscape has to offer. Follow in the footsteps of the Vikings as you row and sail across the fjord in a replica Viking ship before taking the opportunity to visit Tivoli and the vibrant capital city of Copenhagen.

Beginning and ending in the small town of Køge you’ll be charmed by the stunning landscapes and destinations Zealand has to offer.

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Itinerary
Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Køge

Feel free to explore the small town of Køge independently. A beautiful, medieval market square and Denmark’s oldest court house await you there. Enjoy the nearby white sand beach and take time for daydreaming or a refreshing swim. All points of interest are easily reached by bike, foot, or bus. Overnight stay in Køge.

Day 2: Køge – Næstved, app. 61 km

Today’s stretch takes you through Zealand’s green South to one of the islands oldest towns on the West coast, Næstved. Take an excursion to the castle of Gavnø. There are over ½ million bulbs, a rose garden, and many rare plants and trees on the castle grounds. You may want to visit the theme park, Bonbon Land or the glass factory nearby. Overnight stay in Næstved.

Day 3: Næstved – Korsør, app. 65 km

Your journey continues further northwest through the landscape of the Great Belt where everyone is in a holiday mood. Swimming areas, restaurants, and cafés characterise the surroundings. Art galleries with changing exhibitions can be found in Kaerebaekstorp. Before you cycle on to Korsør, where you’ll find your accommodation, you should taste the freshly smoked fish at one of the smokehouses.

Day 4: Korsør – Sorø / Ringsted , app. 50-57 km

Today you’ll discover one of the most beautiful and best replicas of the Viking Age in Denmark as you travel west of Slagelse to Trelleborg. Visit the mighty, 10^th century, ring wall (Ringburg) before continuing past lake Tissø. The lake is well known as a natural refuge for birds. Your destination today is Ringsted where you’ll spend the night.

Day 5: Sorø / Ringsted – Roskilde, app. 45-70 km

Today‘s ride will bring you back to the coast where you’ll discover the fjords near Roskilde as you cycle first to the Iselfjord and then on to the Roskildefjord. Visit Roskilde Cathedral, the burial place of many Danish kings and Dynasties then, should you wish to, follow in the footsteps of the Vikings as you row and sail across the fjord from the harbour in replicas of the old Viking ships. You’ll find tonight’s accommodation in Roskilde.

Day 6: Roskilde – Copenhagen, app. 44 km

Today’s stretch sees you cycle the short route to the Danish capital. Spend the afternoon exploring Copenhagen with a visit to Tivoli or enjoy a Wienerbröd and a cup of coffee in a cosy café. Overnight stay in Copenhagen.

Day 7: Copenhagen – Køge, app. 43-56 km

Cycle south along the beaches of Copenhagen and continue on the Berlin-Copenhagen Cycle Route back to Køge where you began. Turn in your rental bike and enjoy your evening. Overnight stay in Køge.

Day 8: Departure Køge

Travellers are responsible for their transportation homeward. Depart after breakfast, unless you have booked an extended stay.
Route Overview

Route Overview

This is a tour for everybody, flat through mostly silent landscapes, on bike paths and side roads. In parts you have to figure on wind!

Total distance cycled: approx. 308-353 km

Starting point of the cycling holiday: Køge

Route Map (For guidance only):
Routes maybe subject to change or alteration. All route notes, maps and day-by-day information will be given to you upon arrival at the first hotel or at the welcome meeting. GPS/GPX Files are available for most of the cycling holidays we offer. Please ask us for details.
Getting There

Getting There

We recommend flying to Copenhagen airport to reach the starting point of this cycling holiday.

Flights are available with a number of airlines to your required airport or you can travel to the start using alternative methods such as rail or road.

We recommend using Skyscanner to find the best flight prices by date or Rail Europe for European rail travel. There is customer car parking available at most hotels for a supplement. Please contact us for more details.

Please use local transport to arrive at the starting point or call us on 0161 703 8161 for more specific travel advice.

You do not need to go back to the starting point of the cycling holiday as all hire bikes are left at the final hotel.

Important: Please book your flights only after the cycling holiday has been confirmed by invoice or email. Flights and transfers are not included in the advertised holiday price.
What’s Included?
What’s Included?

The Copenhagen and Zealand Circuit cycling holiday includes the daily transfer of luggage to the next hotel and local support if required.

Included Services (Subject to confirmation)
- Accommodation for 7 nights including breakfast
- Luggage transfers from hotel to hotel
- Service hotline
- Tour information and route notes
- Included bike hire
- E-bikes available
Not Included
- Flights to/from the start and finish
- Evening meals (unless stated)
- Local daily taxes (Payable at the hotel)
- Helmets
- Water Bottles
- Travel Insurance
- Bike Insurance (unless stated)
- Welcome Meetings (unless stated)
- Transfers (unless included)
Bike Hire

Bike Hire

About the Rental Bikes

This cycling holiday uses quality crossbar and unisex hybrid bikes. Quality Shimano components and puncture-proof tyres are among the components that will ensure you have an enjoyable cycle tour.

You will also receive a handlebar bag and map holder for easy navigation while. Prices advertised on the website include standard bike hire (unless stated). Colour and specification may vary from the image shown.

Unisex Bike (Colour may vary)

Rental Bike PLUS

E - Bike (Colour may vary)

Accessories

If you would like GPX files for a suitable device, please request them at the time of booking. Devices are not provided. Please ensure you bring any fittings required to attach the Garmin (or similar) to the handlebars. You might want to download maps onto your phone to avoid data charges when roaming.

All bikes are provided with standard flat pedals. You can bring your own cycling pedals but ensure that you have the correct tools to remove the pedals if the tour does not have a welcome meeting. You may also not be able to travel through airports with the tools if you are carrying hand luggage only.

You can rent a men's bike with a crossbar, unisex/female bike with a sloping tube or an electric bike for a supplement.

Gearing information available on request.

Frame Sizing

When you make a booking with us, we take your height(s) and the appropriate bike size is matched up accordingly. Unisex frame 21-gears with freewheel. Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 / 43 cm. Unisex 7-gears-bikes with back pedalling brake. Sizes: 56 / 51 / 46 cm. Men’s speed bikes 21-gears with free wheel and crossbar. Sizes: 64 / 60 / 56 "sloping" cm. Helmets are not provided, and you will need to bring your own to use.

We always recommend wearing a helmet when on your cycling holiday!

Bike Hire Insurance

This cycle tour benefits from bike insurance against rental bike theft and damage in the holiday price. Please make sure you lock up the bike, leave it where told by the hotel, and treat your hire bicycle as if the bike was your own. Any negligent treatment of the bike will exempt you from cover. We advise you to ensure that you have adequate travel insurance for your cycling holiday prior to arrival.

Electric Bike Hire

Why not upgrade your cycling experience to an E-Bike (Electric Bike)? Using a power assisted bike is a great way to go on a cycling holiday and will help you smooth out inclines or longer days in the saddle. Each E-Bike features an LCD display, removable batteries for easy charging, and assistance up to 25 km/h. They have a range of around 120 km for each full charge.

E-Bike upgrade prices vary per tour, but if you require any more information about bike hire and electric bikes, please get in-touch with us on 0161 703 8161.
Hotels

Hotels

This cycling holiday stays in good quality hotels with private facilities carefully selected for their proximity to your cycle route and comfort. If you wish to know specific information about the hotel facilities, Wi-Fi and upgrades used on the holidays, please contact us on 0161 703 8161 for more information.

You will receive your final hotel list approximately 4 weeks prior to your arrival date detailing the hotels used on your cycling holiday. If you wish to know more about the hotels prior to completing a booking form, please contact our Customer Services team via email or by phone.

Date & Prices

You can find out more about this cycling holiday by completing a Contact Form or call 0161 703 8161 to speak to one of the team.

2022 Cycling Holiday Dates & Prices:

Season	Date	Prices per person	Arrival Day
Season 1	04.06 – 27.08	£880	Saturday
Single Room Supplement:	All	£465

Bike Hire per person:

Bike Type	Price
Rental Bike:	£100
Electric Bike Upgrade:	£200

EXTRA NIGHT PER PERSON PER NIGHT PRICES (YOU WILL STAY IN THE SAME HOTEL AS PER THE CYCLE TOUR):

Location	Price DBL/BB	Single Supplement Price SGL/BB
Copenhagen	On Request

Reference: MECK22

Date From	Date To
04 June 2022	27 August 2022

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