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Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels
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Ghent
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Access to the Mystic Lamb at St Bavo's Cathedral is not possible on Sundays
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Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
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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
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Please note that we cannot accomodate latecomers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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...
Highlights
10 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
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
Meeting Points
Departure
Bd de Berlaimont 18
Look for our staff and the Keolis coach outside the National Bank of Belgium.
Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels
(4900) Reviews
Ghent
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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...
Highlights
10 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
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
Meeting Points
Departure
Bd de Berlaimont 18
Look for our staff and the Keolis coach outside the National Bank of Belgium.
Return
Brussel-Centraal
Itinerary
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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.
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Graslei and Korenlei
A quay in the historic city center of Ghent, Belgium, located on the right bank of the Leie river.
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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.
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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.
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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.
10 minutes
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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.
10 minutes
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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.
15 minutes
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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.
10 minutes
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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.
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.
20 minutes
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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.
10 minutes
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Historic Centre of Brugge
There will be time for an optional but unforgettable canal tour.
