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Belgium is known for its beers so make sure you taste the best while in Antwerp with this special beer-themed tour. Your guide will reveal the secrets of Belgian beer while taking you on a beer and genever gin tasting experience, paired with local snacks such as Belgian cheeses and frites with mayonnaise.

What sets this experience apart is its intimate setting, where every visit feels personal. Instead of a scripted, large-group tour, you’ll enjoy a relaxed and interactive experience guided by someone deeply connected to the craft and story behind the brewery. The focus on artisanal brewing means you’ll gain insight into hands-on techniques and small-batch production methods that larger breweries simply can’t offer. You’re not just observing—you’re encouraged to ask questions, engage in conversation, and explore the process in as much detail as you’d like. With a limited number of guests, the atmosphere stays welcoming and unhurried, allowing for genuine connection, deeper learning, and a more authentic appreciation of the beers you taste. It’s a rare opportunity to experience craft brewing up close, straight from the source.

What sets this experience apart is its fully hands-on approach—this isn’t a demonstration, it’s real brewing. Instead of simply watching, you’ll actively take part in every step of the process, getting your hands dirty as you turn raw ingredients into beer. Led by a knowledgeable guide in a small, artisanal brewery, the workshop offers a rare opportunity to learn the craft in an intimate and interactive setting. You’ll follow a real recipe used by the brewery, gaining practical skills and insights that go far beyond a typical tasting or tour. The experience is designed to be both educational and fun, with a relaxed atmosphere where questions are encouraged and participation is key. It’s ideal for anyone looking to truly connect with the brewing process rather than just observe it. For those seeking an even deeper dive, there is also the possibility to create a custom recipe directly with the brewery through advance arrangements—adding a personalized touch for true enthusiasts.

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.

Experience Bruges authentically with a local guide exclusively for you. I will take you to know the most emblematic and essential sites and tell you their history, importance and relevance. I will also show you the hidden corners and charming alleys with their secrets, myths and legends. I will give you all the recommendations you need while you taste a delicious Belgian chocolate and finally we will have a beer in a local tavern of the 16th century. Or tell me your plans and we'll carry them out. I will be your local guide in this beautiful city and make your visit an unforgettable experience.

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. At the end of your tour, you get to taste 6 taster glasses with different beers on draft (= Beerflight)

Learn all about Belgian beer, enjoy a wide range of tastes and samples, and explore atmospheric Ghent as you go on this immersive tasting tour. Pick from afternoon and evening start times, meet your guide in central Ghent, and come thirsty: you’ll taste five different Belgian beers at a range of popular bars and pubs around the city. As you explore, you’ll also learn more about local brewing history and traditions.

Enjoy a totally personalized beer-tasting experience in the heart of atmospheric Bruges—and visit many of the city’s must-see beer destinations—on this private tour. Pick from several start times, meet your guide at your hotel (or another meeting point), and get ready to sample: you’ll visit four different beery highlights, including a local brewery and legendary beer bars; will try a range of beer styles; will enjoy pairings like chocolate; and will learn all about local beer culture.

What makes this experience truly special is the combination of artisanal brewing and thoughtfully paired local flavors, all delivered in an intimate, small-group setting. Beyond the guided tour and behind-the-scenes access, guests enjoy three carefully crafted beers alongside a traditional Brueghel-style platter featuring premium cheeses and cured meats sourced from high-quality delicatessens. This pairing elevates the experience from a simple tasting to a full sensory journey, where each beer can be appreciated alongside complementary flavors. The relaxed, personal atmosphere allows you to connect directly with your guide, ask questions freely, and dive deeper into the craft and story behind the brewery. Adding to the flexibility, any unfinished beers can be taken home—so you can continue enjoying the experience even after your visit. It’s a thoughtful touch that reflects the brewery’s warm, guest-focused approach and makes the experience feel both generous and memorable.

A Pub Trail is a scavenger hunt through Antwerp, combined with short pub games in cafés that you choose yourselves. For friends, colleagues and families who want to explore the city without feeling like tourists. You walk together through the city, complete challenges, and play games in the cafés. The group stays together, and the player with the most points wins a prize. Pub Trail Antwerp is an activity, not a traditional pub crawl. You choose the cafés yourselves: no fixed bars, no set routes. This gives you the freedom to choose the cafés you want to visit. Pub Trail Antwerp is an active and playful experience, much more fun than a standard walking tour.

Antwerp’s beers are as diverse as anywhere in Belgium, and it’s easy to end up ordering them using guesswork alone. Put things right with a tour that introduces you to locally made varieties in authentic city bars. Join like-minded travelers, visit beer haunts loved by locals, and enjoy six tastings as you hear background and insight into each brew’s history and characteristics—all great for steering your beer choices afterward.

Check off several of Belgium’s most important natural and historical highlights in a single trip—and combine your sightseeing with visits to the country’s storied breweries—on this full-day tour from Ghent. Pick between private and small-group options, meet directly at your Ghent hotel, and set off for an adventure. Explore the Cave of Lorette, Château de Walzin, and the historic town of Dinant. Then, visit two popular breweries: Leffe and Chimay.

What makes this experience unique is its hands-on approach. You don’t just learn about beer tasting—you actively practice it. With a simple, structured method, you’ll go from guided learning to independent tasting in just 30 minutes.

A traditional brunch like this has gone out of style a bit which I think is a real shame. Most places have adapted a more international or even American style with their breakfasts and brunches till the point that it's the same breakfast as in any other country. My goal is to bring the local stuff back. Make it Belgian and authentic again, like I know from my childhood. So if you'd like to try the local stuff and go authentic, then come and join us.

- Savor the flavors of 5 premium wines, including red, white, and sparkling - Learn about terroir, grape selection, and winemaking choices from an expert - Enjoy a fun, educational, and cozy experience with a wine expert - Discover the finesse, depth, and character of each wine - Gain a deeper understanding of what defines premium wine

What makes this tasting unique is its focus on bold, traditional Belgian beer styles rarely explored in standard tastings. Instead of mainstream flavors, you’ll experience five historic beers with distinctive profiles—from tart and sour to complex and funky—all brewed today using time-honored methods.

This tour combines a guided walking tour, a chocolate tasting, and a beer experience — for your group alone. Explore Bruges on this private shore excursion, perfect for cruise guests with port pick-up and drop-off included. After pickup at the port, enjoy your private transfer to Bruges. Upon arrival near the historic center, meet your professional local guide and begin a walking tour through Bruges’s medieval streets, canals, and landmarks. Along the way, stop at iconic locations including Beguinage Bridge, Rosary Quay, Market Square, Burg Square, and the Belfry Tower. Enjoy a stop at a famous chocolate shop for a Belgian praline before continuing to the Bruges Beer Experience. Here, taste four Belgian beers while learning about Belgium’s brewing traditions. Then enjoy free time for lunch, shopping, or exploring Bruges independently before meeting your driver for the return to port. A relaxed and stress-free way to discover Bruges during your cruise stop in Europe.

Step into your inviting tasting room and feel like you’ve been transported to an Italian vineyard. During this 3-hour experience, you'll be immersed in the world of artisanal wines, rich stories, and delicious flavors. your tastings are about more than just wine. You’ll discover carefully selected wines from small, passionate winemakers, each with a story we love to share. Every wine is paired with a generous board of authentic Italian delicacies — including fine cured meats, cheeses, fresh bread, tapenades, olive oils, and other gourmet treats. What’s included: A tasting of several premium wines Delicious Italian-style appetizers The stories behind each wine and winemaker Personalized guidance and wine education A charming setting that feels like a vineyard escape Perfect for couples, friends, or team events. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned wine lover, Baroloco welcomes you for an evening of relaxed discovery and enjoyment.

On your full-day guided tour, your expert local guide will show you the major highlights of Bruges - including the picturesque medieval buildings in the UNESCO World Heritage historic centre. Lined with cobbled streets, dotted with beautiful old buildings, edged with whitewashed almshouses, full of photogenic market squares, medieval towers and churches, all interspersed with picturesque canals that cut through the historic centre, the still and tranquil waters reflecting the sky and locks and trees and towers, Bruges is one of Europe's prettiest and well preserved medieval towns. You will discover the best spots for some breathtaking photos of the canals, bridges and gothic buildings and end your tour at the fascinating Half-Moon Brewery for an exclusive guided visit with tastings!

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

What makes this experience unique is its true gastronomic approach—a beer and cheese degustation crafted with fine dining precision. Hosted in the Van Tricht degustation rooms with views into the ripening cellars, it offers rare access to world-class cheeses and artisanal beers, expertly paired and guided by a beer sommelier and maître fromager.

What sets this experience apart is its fully guided blind tasting format. Led by an expert host, you’ll taste beers from blacked-out glasses that hide their appearance—removing visual bias and transforming how you perceive flavor. The result? Surprising, often mind-bending moments where familiar beers become completely unrecognizable. It’s part tasting, part experiment, and unlike anything most guests have tried before.

Embark on a beer-tasting journey through Antwerp, the "Diamond of the Flemish Merchants." This 3-hour tour, crafted by Yves, an avid brewing enthusiast, hobby brewer, and beer historian—offers a deep dive into the city's rich brewing heritage. What to Expect: -Taste 5-6 half beers, tailored to your drinking speed and preferences. -Learn about Antwerp's brewing roots, production methods, and unique local beer styles. -Explore the cultural and historical significance of beer in Antwerp's Renaissance history. -Discover the taste profiles of iconic Belgian beers while hearing fascinating folklore and brewing traditions. -Perfect for beer lovers and history buffs alike, this tour combines the best of Antwerp's brewing culture with its storied past.

Uncover the rich tapestry of Ghent's brewing heritage on this immersive 3-hour beer tasting tour led by Yves, the Beardbarian, and his team. With a unique blend of history and flavor, this tour invites you to savor 4-6 carefully selected beers while delving into the medieval roots of the city. Each sip reveals captivating stories and folklore, illuminating the integral role of beer in Ghent's cultural evolution. Whether you're a connoisseur or a casual enthusiast, this expert-led experience promises an engaging exploration of local brewing traditions and methods. - Taste 4-6 expertly chosen beers, tailored to your preferences - Discover the brewing traditions behind Ghent's local beer styles - Learn about the medieval history and beer's cultural significance - Enjoy an informative and engaging tour with a local beer historian