Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels
Discover Flanders’ two most enchanting cities and follow your guide on his walking tour way back in time! We take you to Ghent. We visit Saint-Bavo’s Cathedral, home to the world-famous Mystic Lamb painting (optional) and walk along the Castle of the Counts of Flanders, the picturesque medieval harbor and many more highlights. In Bruges, after lunch you enjoy the view of the peaceful Lake of Love and the picturesque Beguinage. Your guide will explain the stories and secrets behind the city’s history from the Viking period until the end of the Middle Ages. You see literally ‘all’ highlights of Bruges: the Basilica of the Holly blood of Jesus, the Belfry tower, our Lady’s Church, Saint John’s hospital etc. You even have the option to enjoy a pleasant boat trip along the narrow canals, entirely organized by your guide. Do not forget your comfortable shoes to brave the cobbled streets!
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What's included in Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Het Belfort van GentPass-by Only
The 91-metre-tall belfry of Ghent is one of three medieval towers that overlook the old city centre of Ghent, Belgium, the other two belonging to Saint Bavo Cathedral and Saint Nicholas' Church.
Graslei and KorenleiPass-by Only
A quay in the historic city center of Ghent, Belgium, located on the right bank of the Leie river.
St. Bavo's Cathedral
The Saint Bavo Cathedral an 89-meter-tall Gothic cathedral in Ghent, Belgium. It is the seat of the diocese of Ghent, is named for Saint Bavo of Ghent, and contains the well-known Ghent Altarpiece.
Inclusions
- Professional guide (tour may include bilingual commentary)
- Radios and earphones
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Organization of boat trip (at extra cost)
- Hotel pick up & drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Access to the Mystic Lamb at St Bavo's Cathedral is not possible on Sundays
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Our guides are pleased to guide the tours in English, Spanish and/or French depending on the language need of our guests on the tour
- Please note that we cannot accomodate latecomers
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Look for our staff and the Keolis coach outside the National Bank of Belgium.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please be at the meeting point 15 min before departure: 18 Boulevard de Berlaimont, 1000 Brussels (look for your guide and a white Keolis bus)