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Welcome, adventurous cruisers docking at Zeebrugge! Eager to delve into the rich tapestry of history and captivating allure of Bruges ? Embark on our extraordinary 6-hour shore excursion , meticulously crafted to enchant and mesmerize. Wander through the historic heart of the Old Town, traverse romantic bridges, gaze upon the grandeur of Market Square, and stroll the quaint lanes of the city center. Stand in awe before the timeless grandeur of the Basilica of the Holy Blood and capture breathtaking vistas from the Quay of the Rosary. Please note that this tour includes significant walking in pedestrian areas. For those with a penchant for the finer things, we've allocated leisure for you to savor exquisite Belgian chocolates and waffles, explore the renowned local breweries, or dine in charming local cafes. Our expert guides are dedicated to providing an unparalleled experience, ensuring you fully immerse in the enchantment of Bruges!

Meet the brewer, explore the original brewery, and taste rare beers in an authentic Belgian setting, with exclusive tastings and a relaxed local bar experience afterwards

This is the official Occupied Brussels walking tour, created as part of an independent historical project dedicated to making the city’s Second World War occupation history more accessible to visitors. During this 2 hour, intimate and easy-paced walking tour, you will learn: - How the Belgian government responded to the invasion. - How ordinary people adapted to survive: the Belgian exodus, black markets, bombings, and resistance movements. -How the Jewish population was discriminated against, persecuted, and targeted for deportation. -How Brussels managed to regain its freedom and peace once more. The Guide Héctor Martínez is a fiction writer inspired by the complexities of war. Drawing on research and storytelling, he created Occupied Brussels to make the city’s hidden wartime stories accessible, connecting documented events to the streets where they happened.

Join me on this authentic Off the beaten Path Beer Tour through local places and pubs. There's even one bar that doesn't like tourists!

Step into the world of Lambic at Oud Beersel, one of Belgium’s historic Lambic producers near Brussels. During this guided brewery experience, you will discover how Lambic, Oude Geuze and Oude Kriek are created through traditional craftsmanship, time, blending and spontaneous fermentation. This is not a standard brewery tour. Lambic is considered Belgium’s most authentic beer style, shaped by the local air, wooden barrels and generations of brewing tradition. Your guide will take you through the story of Oud Beersel, explain what makes Lambic so unique, and show how this remarkable beer culture continues to live on today. After the tour, take time to enjoy the atmosphere of Oud Beersel and explore its traditional beer selection. Whether you are a beer lover, a curious traveler or simply looking for an authentic Belgian experience near Brussels, this visit offers a memorable introduction to the world of Lambic.

Step into the world of Lambic at Oud Beersel, one of Belgium’s historic Lambic producers near Brussels. During this guided brewery experience, you will discover how Lambic, Oude Geuze and Oude Kriek are created through traditional craftsmanship, time, blending and spontaneous fermentation. This is not a standard brewery tour. Lambic is considered Belgium’s most authentic beer style, shaped by the local air, wooden barrels and generations of brewing tradition. Your guide will take you through the story of Oud Beersel, explain what makes Lambic so unique, and show how this remarkable beer culture continues to live on today. After the tour, take time to enjoy the atmosphere of Oud Beersel and explore its traditional beer selection. Whether you are a beer lover, a curious traveler or simply looking for an authentic Belgian experience near Brussels, this visit offers a memorable introduction to the world of Lambic.

Discover the world of Lambic during a private guided experience at Oud Beersel, a historic Lambic blendery near Brussels. Scheduled at a day and time that suits your group, subject to availability, this tour offers a personal and flexible way to explore Belgian Lambic culture. Guided by Oud Beersel’s own team, you will learn how Lambic, Oude Geuze and Oude Kriek are created through spontaneous fermentation, barrel ageing and the art of blending. The experience can be adapted to your group’s interests, making it ideal for curious travelers, beer lovers and groups looking for an authentic Belgian beer experience near Brussels. After the tour, you can extend your visit at the Oud Beersel Bierhuis, where you can enjoy a beer and, if desired, have something to eat in a relaxed setting.

Discover Bourgogne des Flandres, a unique brewery and distillery experience located in the very heart of Bruges. After more than 65 years, this historic brewery has returned to its home city, where traditional craftsmanship meets modern brewing in an authentic, working brewery setting. Here, beer is not only explained—it is brewed right before your eyes. Your visit takes you through both the brewery and the distillery, offering an immersive look into the full production process. With the help of an interactive application, you follow each step closely, from raw ingredients to the finished product, while the aromas of malt and fresh hops fill the air. After the tour, you take a seat in our beautiful Ale-House to enjoy 3 tasters of whisky! 100 % Bruges' product

What sets this walking tour apart is the authentic local expertise behind every experience. Led by Leuven locals who know the city, its history, and its beer culture inside and out, the tour offers a genuine insider perspective you won’t find elsewhere. Our guides have completed beer sommelier training, allowing them to give engaging explanations about the brewing process, Belgium’s unique beer traditions, and how different beers pair with specific foods. Along the way, guests visit historic landmarks, local breweries, and Leuven’s famous brown bars, creating the perfect blend of culture, history, and world-class beer experiences.

Visit your family farm in Vilvoorde and take a look behind the scenes of a truly special farming experience. During this interactive one-hour tour, you will learn everything about breeding the famous French escargots (snails), the organic production process, and daily life on the farm. This surprising experience is perfect for families, food lovers, nature enthusiasts, and anyone looking for an original activity in Flanders. Highlights: • Visit Belgium’s only organic snail farm • Discover how escargots are farmed from egg to delicacy • Learn more about sustainable and organic agriculture • Exclusive behind-the-scenes tour • Suitable for both adults and children • Just a few minutes from Brussels A unique, educational, and surprising experience you won’t find anywhere else in Belgium.

Discover the iconic Rodenbach Brewery and experience the craftsmanship behind one of Belgium’s most famous beers. Join a guided tour through the brewery, where you'll learn about its rich history, brewing traditions, and unique aging methods. A highlight of the visit is the impressive barrel (Foeder) hall, home to 294 giant oak foeders used to mature Rodenbach’s distinctive beers. The tour also features an immersive light show and includes a voucher to use in the brewery giftshop. Enhance your visit with an optional tasting session or a unique "Blend Your Own Beer" experience. You can even create a personalized souvenir at the photo booth, where your picture can be printed onto a beer bottle to take home. After the tour, relax at the brewery restaurant and enjoy lunch or dinner paired with Rodenbach beers.

See Leuven the way locals know it — not as a checklist, but as a living city. You'll get the highlights, of course: the landmarks that make Leuven, Leuven. But you'll also go beyond them, into the quiet corners, hidden courtyards, and everyday streets where the real character of the place lives. The bike does the work, so you cover ground no walking tour could, while you simply look, listen, and enjoy. Expect stories of resilience and reinvention, of knowledge and craft, of a town shaped over centuries — told by someone who knows it like a friend, not a textbook. No two tours are ever quite the same. Your guide reads the day, the season, and the group, so every ride finds its own rhythm and its own discoveries. No rush, no information overload. Just the full picture of Leuven, effortlessly — the famous sights and the small wonders most visitors miss. Ideal for first-time visitors who want to feel a city, not just photograph it.

Step into the darkest shadows of Bruges, where the fairytale ends and the nightmare begins. Bruges may look like a fairy tale, but it is also a city of hidden secrets, haunted by centuries of blood and superstition. Behind the ancient facades and quiet canals lie stories far darker than the guidebooks dare to tell. On this 1.5-hour Halloween tour through the medieval heart of Bruges, you’ll uncover the origin story of witches, hear of a ghost whose music could be heard echoing from the deep, and learn the chilling tale of a murderous butcher who baked his victims into pies. This is not the Bruges of lace and chocolate, but of horror, murder, and whispers in the shadows. Dare to join us… and you may never see Bruges the same way again.

This private trip combines free time in Bruges with the insights of a local guide, giving your group the perfect balance between sightseeing and independent exploration. You may also include a canal cruise for a more complete Bruges experience. Designed for cruise guests, this tour makes the most of your time ashore. You will be picked up directly at Zeebrugge port for a 30-minute transfer to the medieval city of Bruges. Upon arrival, meet your English-speaking local guide and begin a walking tour through Bruges’s cobbled streets, canals, and historic landmarks, including Market Square, Burg Square, and the Belfry Tower. After the walking tour, enjoy free time to discover Bruges at your own pace. Relax at a café terrace, browse chocolate shops, enjoy Belgian food and beer, or wander through the city. You may also include an optional canal cruise through Bruges’s canals. At the end of your time in Bruges, return comfortably to Zeebrugge port before your ship’s departure.

Experience an exclusive private shore excursion from Zeebrugge, tailored to your interests and schedule. With your own guide and vehicle, explore not only the the enchanting city of Bruges, but also Ghent. After pick up at the cruise port of Zeebrugge drive to Ghent and explore the City on a guided Walking tour. Then, drive to Bruges and immerse yourself into the medieval historical Center, along iconic landmarks like Market Square and Ghent’s Gothic Cathedral. At the end of your private excursion, return to port with ample time. Join us for an unforgettable journey through Belgium, where history, culture, and beauty await you!

Immerse yourself in the historical charm of Antwerp on an enriching 5.5 hours tour of the stunning city from Brussels. Accompanied by an expert guide, absorb the medieval majesty of Market Square; gaze at the beguiling beauty of Baroque facades created by treasured artist, Rubens; and marvel at the outstanding architecture of Antwerp railway station. See the Diamond Pavilion and the excellent exhibits of the Museum Aan de Stroom at the end of your enriching excursion. - Wander through historic Antwerp with your guide - Visit the Cathedral of Our Lady and marvel at Ruben's masterpieces - Learn all about Antwerp’s rich history at the MAS (Museum Aan de Stroom) - Visit the must-see Antwerp Central railway station - The tour includes round-trip travel from Brussels

Belgium’s second city, Antwerp is home to some of the region’s most famous attractions—including the largest Gothic church in the Low Countries—but seeing them all in limited time can be a challenge. This private tour lets you tick off the city’s best-loved sights at a personalized pace, from Ruben's masterpieces in the Cathedral of Our Lady to the towering glass dome arches of Antwerp Central Station (Antwerp Centraal Station).

Start your visit in the Old Town where you will come across timbered houses, cafes and cobblestone streets. Here, you will have a chance to see the Burg Monschau, a Castle that dates back to the 13th century. You will visit the 18th century Rotes Haus (Red House), which is a very famous landmark. It was used as a lavish residence and corporate headquarters by the Scheibler family that was involved in textile production. As we continue, you will walk by the Felsenkeller Brauhaus & Museum which is a 150 year old brewery containing collections of bottles and jugs from across the world. Next, you will see the Rathaus (City Hall). It is built on the same location where a house existed as early as 1654. Finish your visit in Monschau at the Senfmühle Monschau, which is a historic family owned mustard mill for more than 100 years. we'll start in front of Aachen Cathedral to begin a two-hour tour of this spectacular German city that sits on the border with Belgium and the Netherlands.

Discover the last campaign of Napoleon in Belgium on a 4-hour guided tour. Visit the battlefields of Waterloo to learn about the epic fights that took place there: visit the farm of Hougoumont, the Waterloo panorama and the Lion's mound, the Plancenoit Farm and end your tour in the Napoleon's Headquarter.

The tour begins from your Brussels, heading to Bruges, often called the "Venice of the North" and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the city's charming canals and stunning Gothic architecture as your guide takes you to the most significant landmarks, including the Basilica of the Holy Blood, the Belfry Tower, Minnewater Lake, Our Lady Church, and Sint Janshospital with its impressive Memling Museum or the Groeninge Museum. You can also opt for a scenic boat trip. After some free time for lunch, the tour continues to Ghent, where you can admire the magnificent Altarpiece in the Cathedral, explore the canals and guild houses, and consider another optional boat trip. Don't miss the Castle of the Counts of Flanders! After the tour, your guide and driver will return you to your hotel or another location in Brussels.

Our certified guide and driver are dedicated to ensuring you leave with unforgettable memories from your travels through Belgium and the Netherlands. Join us on a captivating journey through Brussels, Bruges, Ghent, and Amsterdam, where you’ll immerse yourself in the cultural richness and historical charm of these remarkable cities all in just three unforgettable days. All tickets are included, so you can fully enjoy the experience without any hassle. Our company goes above and beyond to create lasting memories for you. We’re incredibly flexible and committed to tailoring the trip to your desires, just let us know your preferences!

Don’t worry about finding your own way from the Brussels Airport to Paris (or the inverse)—this private transfer service offers a stress-free option. Upon arrival in Brussels, meet your driver directly at Arrivals; they’ll track your flight to time their arrival, and an hour of complimentary waiting time is also included for your ease. Then, travel in the comfort of a luxurious, air-conditioned vehicle. It’s approximately a 4-hour drive between the two destinations.

Our certified guide and driver are dedicated to ensuring you leave with unforgettable memories from your travels through Belgium and the Luxembourg. Join us on a captivating journey through Brussels, Bruges, Ghent, and Luxembourg and Dinant, where you’ll immerse yourself in these remarkable cities' cultural richness and historical charm in just three unforgettable days.

Our certified guide and driver are dedicated to ensuring you leave with unforgettable memories from your travels through Belgium and Luxembourg. Join us on a captivating journey through Waterloo, Flanders Fields, and Luxembourg and Dinant, where you’ll immerse yourself in these remarkable cities' cultural richness and historical charm in just three unforgettable days