Discovering Brussels and Belgian art cities independently is great, but private, customized tours add convenience, efficiency, and unique insights. Our standard itinerary is below, but as a private tour guest, you can request a personalized route to explore your preferred city highlights.
You will see Belgium’s most charming medieval cities in one day, both declared World Heritage by UNESCO.
In Ghent, you will discover St Bavo’s Cathedral, the City Hall, the typical Belfry and St Nicholas’ Church as well as the medieval harbor. We will show you the mighty fortress, former residence of the Counts of Flanders. In Bruges, we will start with the romantic Minnewater and visit the picturesque Beguinage. Your guide will explain the history of the city from the Viking Age to its downfall at the end of the Middle Ages. You will see all the highlights of Bruges. Optionally, you will have the opportunity to take a pleasant boat trip on the city’s narrow canals.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Professional multilingual guide
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Gratuities
Pickup Locations
1. Bedford Hotel & Congress Centre
2. Hotel The Moon
3. Hotel Hubert - Grand Place
4. Hilton Brussels Grand Place
5. Hotel des Eperonniers
6. Nekotel Concept Art Hotel
7. Novotel Brussels Off Grand Place Hotel
8. Hotel Saint Nicolas
9. Hotel Cafe Pacific
10. easyHotel Brussels City Centre
11. The Dominican, Brussels
12. Hotel Orts
13. Hotel Saint-Gery
14. Le Dixseptieme
15. Warwick Brussels
16. Safestay Brussels Grand Place
17. La Bourse Hotel
18. Hotel Aqua Bruxelles By Happyculture
19. Hotel Residence Le Quinze
20. Hotel des Galeries
Itinerary
1
Het Belfort van Gent
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.
2
Graslei and Korenlei
A quay in the historic city center of Ghent, Belgium, located on the right bank of the Leie river.
3
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.
4
Gravensteen
The current castle dates to 1180 and was the residence of the Counts of Flanders until 1353. It was subsequently re-purposed as a court, prison, mint, and even as a cotton factory.
5
Saint Nicholas Church
St. Nicholas' Church is one of the oldest and most prominent landmarks in Ghent, Belgium. Begun in the early 13th century as a replacement for an earlier Romanesque church.
Duration: 10 minutes
6
Basilica of the Holy Blood
The Basilica of the Holy Blood is a Roman Catholic basilica in Bruges, Belgium. The church houses a venerated relic of the Holy Blood allegedly collected by Joseph of Arimathea and brought from the Holy Land by Thierry of Alsace.
Duration: 10 minutes
7
Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk
The Church of Our Lady in Bruges, Belgium, dates mainly from the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries. Its tower, at 115.6 metres in height, remains the tallest structure in the city and the second tallest brickwork tower in the world.
Duration: 15 minutes
8
Stadhuis
The Bruges City Hall is one of the oldest city halls in the entire Netherlands region. It is located in Burg Square, the area of the former fortified castle in the centre of Bruges.
Duration: 10 minutes
9
Minnewater Lake
The famous area is called the "Lake of Love" and" Lovers bridge" .
It’s a romantic place to be with someone you love! An amazing location within the confines of the city.
Duration: 15 minutes
10
Burg Square
The Burg Square is the political center of Bruges. It is a lovely place where architecture lovers can enjoy the amazing mix of beautiful buildings.
Duration: 20 minutes
11
The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaarde
The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaerde is the only preserved beguinage in the Belgian city of Bruges. There are no more Beguines living there, but since 1927 it functions as a convent for Benedictines, founded by canon Hoornaert.
Duration: 10 minutes
12
Historic Centre of Brugge
There will be time for an optional but unforgettable canal tour.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• 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
