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Sovereign Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Knights Hospitaller TOUR OPTION 1 WEDNESDAY, 17 JUNE 2020 17:00 (5PM) sharp! MEET IN THE HOTEL LOBBY FOR A TOUR OF COPENHAGEN’S LATIN QUARTER & A NO-HOST DINNER. YOUR GUIDE WILL BE OUR VERY OWN COMMANDER JENS A. VEXO. WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE Latinerkvarteret Stylish Latinerkvarteret, or the Latin Quarter, is known for charming, colorful buildings on Mejlgade street, including the 17th- century Juul’s House. Buzzing Pustervig Square is home to global eateries and hip cafes serving traditional smørrebrød open- faced sandwiches. Cultural venues include East of Eden, a tiny cinema showing foreign and indie films, and the Women’s Museum, telling 150 years of women’s stories. The neighborhood dates back to the 1200’s, with the founding of a Latin school (hence the name), and later, the University of Copenhagen was created here in the 1400’s, lending an air of intellectual vibrancy to the narrow streets lined with medieval buildings. And while it’s an ideal place for visitors to base themselves during a visit to the Denmark’s largest city, it’s also convenient. From here, some of the best drinking, eating and sites in the city are all about a ten-minute walk away, in neighborhoods like Vesterbro and Indre By (the city center). We will visit… Rosenborg Castle Far more intimate than Europe’s usual imperial palaces, the turreted 17th-century Rosenborg Castle has three cozy floors with gilded chambers, chinoiserie, and intricate tapestries. In warm months, pick up lunch to go from the nearby smørrebrød shop Aamanns and go for a picnic on the lush grounds. Sovereign Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Knights Hospitaller TOUR OPTION 2 THURSDAY, 18 JUNE 2020 11:00 sharp! COMMENCES IN THE CENTER OF THE CITY NEXT TO THE DRAGON FOUNTAIN ON CITY HALL SQUARE (RADHUSPLADSEN) WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE CENTRAL Copenhagen, Free Walking Tour This 2.5-hour tips-based FREE walking tour through central Copenhagen will show you all the top attractions in the city. Local experts will take you to must-see spots such as the picture-perfect Nyhavn Harbor, as well as showing you the city that was home to the great Hans Christian Andersen. Explore the picturesque streets and colorful harbors while journeying through 6,000 years of Danish history on this Copenhagen city tour. Your tips-based FREE walking tour of Copenhagen will begin in the center of the city next to the Dragon Fountain on City Hall Square (Rådhuspladsen) and finishes by Amalienborg Palace. Journey back in time with a local expert to discover how the capital of Denmark became known for its rich cultural legacy, and for being the happiest city in the world. Denmark's Golden Age of arts and culture As the days of conquest passed, Danish power was replaced with a rich cultural legacy of writers, artists and philosophers. The Danish Golden Age saw Copenhagen become one of the most stylish and creative cities in Europe. You will see some great examples of Danish architecture and hear about great minds of that era. Most notably, author Hans Christian Andersen Sovereign Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Knights Hospitaller moved to Copenhagen and penned some of his most famous fairy tales such as 'The Little Mermaid', 'Little Match Girl' and the 'The Ugly Duckling'. Danish Nazi resistance and rebuilding Copenhagen Listen to the brave stories of the Danish Resistance movement during the second World War, which was effective in saving thousands of Jewish lives, sabotaging Nazi plans and restoring national pride. After the devastation of the war, Copenhagen embarked on a project to rebuild the city and create new houses and business for its people. These efforts have allowed the city to grow into the culturally rich and hip destination that many know and love! TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • See the grand Amalienborg Palace, the royal family’s winter home • Walk past the colorful houses and wooden boats lining the picturesque Nyhavn waterfront • Marvel at the Marble Church and its formidable 31m dome • Listen to the life and fairytales of Hans Christian Andersen • Look at the Carlsberg Lur Blowers statue TOUR OPTION 3 THURSDAY, 18 JUNE 2020 CANAL CRUISE OF NYHAVN HARBOUR AFTERNOON – Definite time TBD Departure spot is at Ofelia Plads. Address is Kvæsthusbroen 1, 1252 Copenhagen DEPART HOTEL LOBBY AT TBD - RETURN TO THE HOTEL AT TBD Enjoy “The Grand Tour”! One of the things that gives Copenhagen its charm is all its canals and the lively harbor. The best way of exploring how the canals connect the city and creates breathing spaces is of course by boat. Danes have been sailing on the canals since 1904 and you will be guided through historic areas and see both old and new architectural wonders. There are 3 tour options depending on your time. • The Landmarks Tour – Lasts 1 hour • Hidden Gems Tour – Lasts 2 hours • “The Diana Tour” – Lasts 5 hours "THE LANDMARKS TOUR" 1 HOUR The landmark experience shows off the beautiful inner part of the harbor, where many of the historical sites and buildings are located by the waterfront and along the beautiful canals. You will depart from the recently renovated Ofelia Plads next to the Royal Danish Playhouse. Most locals know this place as where the ferry departed to Oslo. From here you will pass by the Royal Palace, where you can be lucky to sneak a glimpse of the Queen and the Royal Family if the flags are flying. When you enter through the historic canals of the old city center you will get glimpse of how it is to live on a house boat, and see the numerous historical buildings, many of them constructed by King Christian the 4th in the early 17th century. At the end of Christianshavns canal you will pass Olafur Eliasson's beautiful Circle Bridge, designed to make the rushing bicyclist slow down and enjoy the beautiful view of the Black Diamond - the Royal Library. Cruising around Holmen, the old military area, you will pass by the much-debated free town Christiania, which homes its own hippie community, other generally free- Sovereign Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Knights Hospitaller spirited souls, and the location for the new NOMA restaurant. Right opposite, and on the way back, you will get a good view of the new (and very expensive) Copenhagen Opera. Includes A complimentary drink Book Public tour 200 DKK per person Private tour 2000 DKK – up to 12 pax HIDDEN GEMS TOUR 2 HOURS Hidden gems tour is about showing our own favorite spots, which are off the beaten track from the standard path. Expect to get an introduction to areas we think are cool, local, and where you get a great a sense of what the life in Copenhagen is all about. We will either take a southern route or Northern route depending on what is going on in the harbor at your specific departure day. There will be a voluntarily option during the route to stop and get out of the boat to explore. The harbor in Copenhagen is undergoing rapid change, from an industrial harbor to recreational space open to everyone living in the city. During the summer months it acts as the main nerve binding the city together and attracting numerous water- based activities in the process. You will see how this is folds out with Kayaks passing by and happy Danes jumping into the water. We will point out our favorite places and hidden gems, whether you are looking for a place to have an afternoon beer in the sun, a relaxed morning coffee, or simply and area to relax away from it all. As we explore the upcoming areas away from the inner part of the city you will see how former industrial buildings are being transformed into new spaces, where new and old are mixed in new architectural structures. Some of these are designed by famous architects like Bjarke Ingels and some by new upcoming talents. You will get an understanding of how design and living play and essential role for the new development of Copenhagen and an essential part of the Danish lifestyle. Includes A complimentary drink Book Public tour 400 DKK per person Private tour 4000 DKK – up to 12 pax “The Diana” TOUR 5 HOUR Diana is the boat, which Joel and Casper sailed around in with their friends and which led to the founding of Hey Captain. One of the main ‘problems’ back then was that their friends enjoyed it so much that they could not get them off the boat again. This experience is a tribute to the original vibe and feeling of Hey Captain. We would like to invite you inside the inner Copenhagen circle for half a day. We will cover the north, the south, the centre of the harbour, the historic buildings, the upcoming areas, and all the small corners. We will take you up on land, show you the hidden secrets, eat lunch at one of our favourite spots, and take you swimming (optional). In short, we will cover everything and after this you will understand the common misconception that Copenhagen was built for biking. It’s not – It’s built for sailing. Includes A couple of complimentary drinks and lunch. Book Public tour 1300 DKK per person (Note: Tour will only take place with minimum 4 guests. bring swimming clothes) Sovereign Order of St. John of Jerusalem, Knights Hospitaller TOUR 4 FRIDAY, 19 JUNE 2020 BUS TOUR TO KRONBERG SLOT (castle) & HAMLET LIVE DEPART HOTEL LOBBY AT TBD - RETURN TO THE HOTEL AT APPROX. TBD For 400 years, the castle was the headquarters for the collection of the Sound Dues.