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Denmark

From Canals to Castles: Copenhagen With Your Grandchild

Program No. 23714RJ
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Program
At a Glance
Duration
9 days
Program Begins
Odense
Program Concludes
Copenhagen
Meals
15 ( 7B, 3L, 5D )
Activity Level
From
5,249 /Adult
3,999 /Child
Step into the world of fairy tales and Vikings as you and your grandchild discover enchanting Copenhagen together. Explore the city’s canals by boat and by foot to encounter sights that inspired the works of Hans Christian Andersen and Shakespeare’s Hamlet. “Hang” like a local as you play the night away in a board game café. Experience life as a Viking as you set sail on a replica of a Viking ship. Step outside of Copenhagen for a night and discover Odense, a vibrant city, and the birthplace of Hans Christen Anderson. You and your grandchild will find endless ways to experience the many facets of Danish culture on this fun-filled learning adventure.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Learn about the life and works of Hans Christian Andersen before embarking on an expert-led walk around the city to see the sights that inspired his famous stories.
  • Visit the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, where grandparents will enjoy an expert-led exploration of its eclectic exhibitions and grandchildren will participate in workshops on painting, sculpture and architecture.
  • Set out on a "mystery hunt" through the royal chambers of the Christiansborg Palace, where you’ll discover clues and solve puzzles while learning about Danish monarchs.
General Notes
Program includes independent time to explore the city and several meals on your own. Group Leaders will provide directions for self-directed excursions. Suggestions for free-time activities provided in preparatory materials.
Activity Level
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Walking up to 4 miles per day at a moderate pace of 2 mph over mixed terrain, including cobblestones, gravel and grass paths, wooden boardwalks, and uneven surfaces. Standing up to 3 hours per day. Program will require approximately 16.5 miles of walking over 8 days. The extent and duration of additional walking during free time will be in accordance with personal choice. Participants should be able to navigate uneven stairs with and without handrails and be comfortable getting on and off boats and public trains. Due to program pacing and use of public transportation, wheelchairs and scooters cannot be accommodated on this program. Must be physically capable of participating in all planned program activities.
Suggested Books and Resources
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You can also find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
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Assurance Plan

Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.

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Want to Protect Your Investment?

Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

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Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

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