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Few countries have such storied brewing traditions as Belgium—and during this half-day, small-group tour of Ghent, you can look forward to fully immersing yourself in the city's centuries of beer history. With a beer-loving guide in the lead, you'll discover some of Ghent's most notable breweries and other beer-related landmarks. As you go, pause to enjoy a generous number of tastings to accompany your explorations.

Half walking tour, half photography workshop, this experience brings out extra beauty in this spectacularly photogenic city. Following your local guide, you’ll wander across Bruges’ quiet, picturesque corners, hunting for wide shots and those overlooked details. Along the way, you’ll get to know this medieval city, famed for its cobbled streets, winding canals, and magical feel.

See Bruges from a new perspective while improving your photography. This small-group morning photo tour is a combination of a city tour and a photography workshop. You'll visit the some of the city's most photogenic locations while getting expert tips on how to create some of your finest images.

If you’ve only got limited time to discover the highlights of Antwerp, then exploring the city with a local is the best way to do it. Avoid the stress of getting lost, and instead, set off on a well-planned route that ticks off a shortlist of landmarks—such as the Grote Markt and Antwerp City Hall. The tour is also a great way to get local food and drink recommendations.

Ghent is known for its medieval streets and striking architecture, but behind the grand buildings lies some intriguing, dark history. This private tour introduces you to Ghent in the Middle Ages, when dodgy deals were done, executions were planned, and Viking raids were feared. You’ll hear the stories as you walk, discovering sites like the Bridge of Imperial Delights and Gravensteen with your own guide.

See a different side to Antwerp on this private night tour of the city, ideal for visitors with limited time in the region. Watch as the city comes to life at night, visit nightlife hotspots you might otherwise have overlooked, and listen to your guide’s stories and fun facts about Antwerp you wouldn’t hear if exploring independently.

Discover Bruges with a guide. We will show you the highlights and the hidden gems. See more! The local guide tells about the habits, culture and history. Discover charming squares. Taste artisanal chocolate. Get advise about cosy pubs and excellent restaurants. Let's visit the places of your interest! And off course ... we'll see the beguinage, an almshouse and the pittoresque Bonifaciusbridge. But we will also make time to answer your questions. As a local we know the interesting spots and are willing to share it!

Choose a surprising walk full of passion and secrets. Bruges may seem romantic, but behind its medieval facades are piquant stories. We discover how love and lust were part of life, between model and painter but also in the monasteries. What were those forbidden desires? Along the way, we let ourselves be seduced by artisanal chocolate – because flavors also tell their own story of seduction and passion.

Brussels is full of UNESCO-listed monuments, museums, and cultural sites, but many travelers only get to see the top attractions. On this tour, connect with a Brussels local who will show you around their city like a friend and introduce you to the neighborhoods that they know and love. Find out how to get around in the city; explore areas that only locals know; and receive personalized recommendations on where to eat, drink, and shop.

Brussels is among Europe’s most politically and historically significant cities—but with so much to see and do, knowing where to start can be tough. On this personalized 1.5-hour tour, explore with your private local host and find out what makes Brussels tick. Along the way, discover top attractions including the Grand Place, the Manneken Pis, and the Saint-Hubert Royal Galleries, and take away tailored tips for the rest of your vacation.

Belgium is known for its craft beer scene, but knowing where to find the best local beer in Brussels takes insider knowledge. With this tour, save the research time and explore the city’s beer scene with a local beer expert guide. Along the way, visit a craft brewery that’s not usually open to the public, learn behind-the-scenes secrets from a brewer, and best of all—try lots of delicious beers.

Make the most of your time in Belgium during a half-day excursion to Bruges and Ghent and forget about time-consuming public transport. Instead, benefit from round-trip transportation and explore the highlights of each city like the Markt in Bruges and St Bavo’s Cathedral in Ghent—and learn more about each place from your bilingual guide than you could alone. You also visit a chocolatier to learn about Belgium's chocolate-making traditions and enjoy a tasting.

Chocolate lovers need look no further than the Ultimate Chocolate Experience walking tour in Brussels. You set the pace on this immersive cocoa experience.  Follow your private guide to the city's top chocolate boutiques, including a stop at the city’s oldest chocolate shop.  Learn all about the chocolate making process from plant to praline, as you sample up to eight cocoa flavored treats, all prepared locally.

Set off from Brussels on this half-day trip to explore the battlegrounds of Waterloo. Instead of organizing your own transport, save time and energy with this hassle-free service that includes hotel pickup, drop-off, and minivan transfers between sites. In just half a day, see the Lion’s Mound, the Gordon Monument, Papelotte Farm, and more—with the flexibility to adjust the itinerary to suit your preferences.

Learn about how World War I played out in Belgium and see many related key sites with this customizable tour. You'll visit Messines Ridge where the Christmas Truce took place, pay your respect at a couple of different cemeteries, and see many of the key areas where battles involving Commonwealth troops played out. As this is a private tour, you can customize it based on your interests

Discover the best places to take photos around the city of Bruges without trying to find your own way around by taking this shared walking tour. Follow your guide as they show you scenic spots around the city that inspired the Brugorama photo show, such as the Jan van Eyck Square and Quai du Rosaire, and point out details you might otherwise miss.

Enjoy a guided sightseeing excursion in the beautiful cities of Bruges and Ghent. Craft a custom itinerary based on your interests and enjoy private transportation. You can take an optional boat trip on Ghent’s picturesque canals and learn about Bruges’ Gothic architecture from a local guide. Visit gorgeous city center sites like the Basilica of Holy Blood and a church topped with a Michelangelo sculpture.

I am a well established Battlefield historian and author and have been guiding in the area for several years. As an Expat Brit living in Belgium you can book me in confidence knowing there will be no language issues, I also have a great level of local knowledge which means I am able to recommend hotels, restaurants etc should you wish to know. We are the perfect partner for your battlefield pilgrimage. I look forward to meeting you Roger Steward

Experience a day in the life of a medieval apprentice at the Bruges Historium, an interactive museum designed to transport you back to 15th-century Belgium. History comes alive through multimedia and special effects as you walk through seven different themed rooms with an audio guide. Enhance your visit with an optional virtual reality experience or drinks in the Duvelorium bar overlooking Market Square.

Improve your photography skills and capture scenic shots of Bruges with this special guided photo tour. Set off from the historic center and enjoy a route that showcases some of the city’s most picturesque places—such as Jan van Eyck Square, Rosary Quay, and Nepomucenus Bridge. Exploring Bruges with a guide means there’s no need to study a map, and lots of useful photography tips are provided throughout.

Are you looking for a way to see Leuven without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable audio tour. • Find the beating heart of Leuven on this attraction-packed tour from the Stadhuis, or town hall, to the city’s studious ethos, as represented by the statue of Fonske • Hear from producer Denzil Walton, a passionate local guide • Do it all in an hour or take your time, with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

In Ghent, calling someone a noose bearer is a compliment. A stolen masterpiece has been missing for nearly a century, and a detective is still assigned to the case. Students once seized a medieval castle because beer went up by one franc. This is not a typical European city. This self guided audio tour takes you through 18 stops across Ghent's historic centre, from the world's most stolen painting at Saint Bavo's Cathedral to guild houses where merchants claimed first pick of every passing cargo. You'll hear the dragon legend atop the Belfry, walk through ever changing street art in Graffiti Street, and end at a cannon named after a woman fierce enough to storm Hell. Three kilometres. Two and a half hours. Eighteen stories you won't find in a guidebook. Start anytime, pause whenever you like, and go at your own pace. Over 20,000 travelers have used our self guided tours. The tour comes with a full refund guarantee.

Devote a day learning about WWII history with this private Bastogne tour from Brussels. Your guide will take you to the Bastogne War Museum, where you'll learn about the war with a special focus on the Battle of Bulge. You'll then continue to the Mardasson Memorial and the 101 Airborne Museum Le Mess, with a stop to see human-dug "foxholes" used by American soldiers for hiding.

The Quartier du Châtelain district is an architectural treasure worth finding, far from Brussels’ tourist-packed city center. On this walking tour through the quaint neighborhood’s streets, you’ll see the revolutionary Art Nouveau style that emerged here in the 1890s, transforming the cityscape with buildings that curved and twisted like exotic plants. Starting at the Louise Tower, you’ll weave your way past several of these exceptionally designed dwellings. You’ll discover how Brussels has meticulously restored architectural masterpieces like the stunning Maison Roosenboom, where you’ll see an example of a sgraffito mural. As you make your way to Musée Horta, which celebrates the famous architect, I’ll share the little-known history of the city’s townhouses. You’ll pass one of Chaussée de Charleroi’s tram shelters and hear about attempts to brand Brussels ‘the capital of Art Nouveau’ en route to Hôtel Solvay, where the tour ends.