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The 15 Private Tours in Scandinavia That Earn Their Price

154 tours  ·  from $48 a head

Good private tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Private Walking Grand Tour of Copenhagen - Christiansborg and the story of power
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Private Walking Grand Tour of Copenhagen

1.Private Walking Grand Tour of Copenhagen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,953 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) Our pick

Walk Copenhagen’s central sights with a private English-speaking guide such as Paula, Fran, Jack, or Laura. Over about three hours, you’ll go from Rådhuspladsen along Strøget to Nyhavn and Amalienborg, with stops at Christiansborg, Marmorkirken, and more. The pace can suit your group, but palace interiors and food are not included.

“Learnt a lot from Paula, who is Spanish, about the Danish way of living while walking through the City.”

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Politically Incorrect Private Highlights Walking Tour - Starting at Højbro Plads
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Politically Incorrect Private Highlights Walking Tour

2.Politically Incorrect Private Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,244 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Walk central Copenhagen with a private English-speaking guide such as Troels or Jack, hearing candid stories about Danish royalty, fires, WWII, and city life. In 90 minutes, you’ll see Højbro Plads, Nyhavn, Amalienborg, the Opera House area, Strøget, and Marble Church, ending near the royal palaces.

“We really enjoyed our tour with Troels! He was very knowledgeable and we got to see so much of the city! He catered it to it interests, gave us all the history, and made it really fun! I would absolutely book this!”

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Private South Coast Fire and Ice: Glacier viewpoint & Lava Show - Reynisfjara brings black sand and real caution
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Private South Coast Fire and Ice: Glacier viewpoint & Lava Show

3.Private South Coast Fire and Ice: Glacier viewpoint & Lava Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 451 reviews · 11 hours (approx.)

Travel by luxury minivan from Reykjavik to Skogafoss, Reynisfjara, Vik, the Icelandic Lava Show, Solheimajokull Glacier, and Seljalandsfoss. Your English-speaking guide handles the long day, adds local stories, and leads a 15 to 20 minute walk to the glacier viewpoint. This is a glacier visit, not a glacier hike.

“Waterfalls, black beaches, lava show, beautiful scenery with Icelandic horses, sheep and farmlands. Our driver/guide Levi was personable, knowledgeable and added to this enjoyable experience that we will never forget,”

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Stockholm Private Golf Cart Tours - From Skeppsbron to the Royal Palace
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Stockholm Private Golf Cart Tours

4.Stockholm Private Golf Cart Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 444 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $65

Ride through Stockholm in a private, quiet golf cart with an English-speaking guide and audio commentary in eight languages. You will pass the Royal Palace, Gamla Stan, Djurgården, the Vasa Museum, Monteliusvägen, and more. Choose 60 or 120 minutes, ask for photo stops, and bring a small, well-behaved pet if needed.

“The very best way to cover a lot of territory, much of which is uneven terrain and cobblestones, as well as sharp hills. Outstanding opportunity to interact with people who really know their community and can respond to questions. Highly recommended way tour.”

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Helsinki: Private Tour with a Local Guide - How the private walk takes shape
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Helsinki: Private Tour with a Local Guide

5.Private Tour with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 419 reviews · from $62

Meet a private guide at your hotel or a central Helsinki landmark and shape a two to six hour walking tour around your interests. Guides such as Georg, Angela, Karim, and Maria have helped visitors with Finnish culture, transport, food halls, museums, design, and major sights. Meals, transit, and attraction tickets cost extra.

“Karim Moubarak our tourist guide was very excellent as a guide. He makes our walking tour very interesting & enjoyable. My husband & i enjoyed much our walking tour because he explained to us pleasantly the history of Helsinki.”

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Bike Tour Copenhagen. Private Guide, Concierge Service, Small Grp - The harbor, Gefion Fountain, and The Little Mermaid
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Bike Tour Copenhagen. Private Guide, Concierge Service, Small Grp

6.Bike Tour Copenhagen. Private Guide, Concierge Service, Small Grp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 416 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $52Best value

Ride through Copenhagen’s historic center, harbor, royal quarter, Latin Quarter, and famous waterfront sights with a local guide. You’ll stop at Amalienborg, The Little Mermaid, Nyhavn, Christiansborg, and more. The tour uses bicycles, though groups may sometimes combine with Segways or electric bikes. Radio receivers help you hear the guide while riding.

“This was a great way to learn a little about Copenhagen and see some of the main sites. Getting around on bikes was very safe. Peter was a fabulous guide!”

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Welcome to Stockholm: Private Tour with a Local - Making four hours work for a first visit
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Welcome to Stockholm: Private Tour with a Local

7.Welcome to Stockholm: Private Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 291 reviews · from $62

Meet a local guide such as Andres, Monika, Khaled, or Stefani near your hotel or in central Stockholm. Your 2 to 8 hour private walk can cover major sights, local food and shopping tips, Swedish history, public transport, and areas you choose. English and Spanish guides are available.

“Just what I needed. I was in Stockholm for just 72 hours and needed to know the main things to see and what was worth spending time on and what not. Stefani showed me all the main sites in about 2 hours, I ran my planning for the rest of my trip by her and she advised me on what is worth lingering on what wasn't worth spending too much time with the little time I had to spend in the city. I feel taking this tour was a great decision and made me make the best of my short stay in Stockholm. Stefani was also very knowledgeable about the…”

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Private Walking Classical Tour of Copenhagen - The Round Tower and its unusual ascent
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Private Walking Classical Tour of Copenhagen

8.Private Walking Classical Tour of Copenhagen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 273 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Meet your private English-speaking guide at Bishop Absalon’s statue on Højbro Plads for a 90-minute walk through central Copenhagen. You’ll see Gråbrødre Torv, the Round Tower, Our Lady’s Church, Copenhagen University, Rosenborg Palace from outside, and Torvehallerne. Guides such as Laura and Jarod add history, architecture, and humor.

“Laura made the trip very interesting by mixing historical facts with architectural inputs and fun tidbits. It was great fun !”

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Politically Incorrect Private Hidden Gems Walking Tour - Christiansborg: parliament at the center of the story
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Politically Incorrect Private Hidden Gems Walking Tour

9.Politically Incorrect Private Hidden Gems Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 270 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Take a 90-minute private walk through central Copenhagen with a humorous guide, possibly Troels, covering Christiansborg, Tivoli Gardens, the Glyptotek, Royal Library gardens, Viking artifacts, and City Hall. Expect informal discussion, unusual stories, and no museum admissions included.

“Our tour guide was amazing, in that he was tons of fun and very informative. I absolutely loved the library gardens; I could have sat there for hours meditating in the serenity and beauty of the gardens.”

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Bergen: Private Tour with a Local - Starting at your accommodation
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Bergen: Private Tour with a Local

10.Private Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 236 reviews · from $62

Set out from your accommodation with a private Bergen guide for 2 to 6 hours of tailored sightseeing. Guides such as Tommy, Jana, Ilze, and Sabela have led relaxed walks through old streets, suburbs, viewpoints, and local food spots. Add public transport or a taxi at your own cost when distance or weather calls for it.

“Very interesting and informative. We got an excellent snapshot of Bergen just as we hoped.”

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Copenhagen Food & Drink Private Tour: Scandinavia Delight Tasting - Fish cakes, rye bread, and remoulade
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Copenhagen Food & Drink Private Tour: Scandinavia Delight Tasting

11.Copenhagen Food & Drink Private Tour: Scandinavia Delight Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 236 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $197

Walk central Copenhagen with a private local guide such as Magda, Karolina, Jeff, or Rozelle. Taste Danish hot dogs, fish cakes, roast pork, smørrebrød, schnapps, beer, elder juice, pastries, and coffee. Expect a generous, meal-sized tasting menu, about 2 to 3 miles of walking, and plenty of city history along the way.

“Magda was a delight! Appreciated she reached out the day before and during tour offered to adjust end point closer to where we were staying. Very knowledgeable and passionate. You will not be hungry on this tour!”

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Oslo Private Tour with a Local Guide - Meeting your guide in the part of Oslo that matters first
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Oslo Private Tour with a Local Guide

12.Oslo Private Tour with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 234 reviews · from $62

Meet a private local guide at your Oslo accommodation or a central landmark for a flexible 2 to 6 hour walking tour. Guides such as Neil, Karine, Olivier, Havi, and Guliya have led visits covering city highlights, neighborhoods, parks, murals, food, ferries, and everyday Oslo life. English and German tours are available.

“It was really nice to explore Oslo with Olivier. His guide is well structured, fun and engaging. At each location of the tour he made sure we are feeling good. He was listening to our interests and adapted his topics and the journey accordingly. This tour was enough for us to get the feeling of Oslo and it brought to us a new, interesting perspective.”

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Copenhagen Welcome Tour: Private Tour with a Local - How the customized route works
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Copenhagen Welcome Tour: Private Tour with a Local

13.Copenhagen Welcome Tour: Private Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 232 reviews · from $62

Start at your hotel or Airbnb and explore Copenhagen with a private Lokafy guide for 2 to 6 hours. Your guide can shape the walk around landmarks, food, shopping, local life, or overlooked corners. Guides such as Dalit, Marta, Fabian, and Ernestas have helped visitors see the city at a comfortable, personal pace.

“Wonderful tour of Copenhagen covering some of the highlights, but also some off-the-beaten path jewels. Maria covered both history and what it’s like to live in the city today, and did it with a warm, friendly vibe we loved. We only had a few hours in the city and feel like we got a lot out of them, thanks to this tour.”

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Copenhagen Private Food Walking Tour with 6 or 10 Tastings - Torvehallerne: the best place to begin
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Copenhagen Private Food Walking Tour with 6 or 10 Tastings

14.Copenhagen Private Food Walking Tour with 6 or 10 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 177 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $202

Spend two to three hours with a private local guide such as Monica, Claudio, Fabrine, or Grazi, tasting Danish favorites from hot dogs and pastries to smørrebrød and chocolates. The walk links Torvehallerne, City Hall Square, and the Round Tower area with food, city orientation, and flexible choices for dietary needs.

“Monica was so insightful and such a great guide. She was very accommodating and we got a good insight of Copenhagen as well as where to and what to eat. Highly recommend.”

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Copenhagen: Private Walking Tour - Starting beside Bishop Absalon at Højbro Plads
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Copenhagen: Private Walking Tour

15.Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 174 reviews · 2 hours

Explore Copenhagen’s waterfront and royal center with a private guide in English, French, Italian, Spanish, Danish, or German. You’ll see Christiansborg, Nyhavn, Amalienborg Palace, the Marble Church, and the inner harbor before finishing at King’s New Square. Guide Kim has earned special praise for clear, engaging explanations.

“Unser Guide Kim hat uns an viele interessante Orte gebracht und uns gut informiert. Vielen Dank.”

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