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.
A quay in the historic city center of Ghent, Belgium, located on the right bank of the Leie river.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The famous area is called the "Lake of Love" and" Lovers bridge" .Its a romantic place to be with someone you love! An amazing location within the confines of the city.
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.
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.
There will be time for an optional but unforgettable canal tour.
Bruges And Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - From Brussels
Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Instant Confirmation
- Lowest Price Guaranteed
- Duration: 10 Hrs 30 Mins
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
09:00 AM Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time
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Return Details :
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please be at the meeting point 15 min before departure: 14 Boulevard de Berlaimont, 1000 Brussels (look for your guide and a white Keolis bus)
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Cancellation Policy : This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
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-Bavos 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 citys 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 Ladys Church, Saint Johns hospital etc. You even have the option to enjoy a pleasant boat trip along the narrow canals.
Do not forget your comfortable shoes to brave the cobbled streets!
Know More about this tour
Itinerary:
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.
A quay in the historic city center of Ghent, Belgium, located on the right bank of the Leie river.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
There will be time for an optional but unforgettable canal tour.
Inclusions
- Professional multilingual guide
- Radios and earphones
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick up & drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Boat trip on the Bruges canals (upon availability at an extra cost)
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
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
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
Please note that we cannot accomodate latecomers
Traveler Reviews
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The boat ride. The history our guide provided. Both cities were very interesting. Both had unique characteristics.
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Johann was a knowledgable guide to the history of the country, Flanders area and Bruges and Ghent. The day was long but his commentary and quips kept the diverse group entertained.
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This tour was WELL worth taking a day for. Bruges and Ghent were both truely beautiful. Our guide Andrea was a superstar and did an amazing job at telling us the history and stories, right from when we boarded the bus until we got off at the end of the tour. A must do experience.
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A truly beautiful place, lots of things to see and do, a magical and romantic atmosphere and friendly people. The buildings are gorgeous and the ringing of the bels really helps to create a very special and unique vibe.
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Loved Veronica. Bus was comfortable. Tours well organized. Only thing I wish I would have done differently is a) bring water and b) pick a few spots in each city in advance in case the tour didn't visit them, then we'd have a plan for what else to try to see. As it was, we winged it during the free time in each city, and it worked out okay. But with a little more planning/effort we may have been able to get a little more out of it. Took tour with my teenage daughter, she enjoyed it too.
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Tour guide very knowledgeable and engaging. Tour should be advertised for hearty walkers. We put in almost 20,000 steps. Too much for some older tourists. Pace was also a bit fast.
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Bruno was a wonderful tour guide. He was very knowledgeable about all aspects of the tour and shared his knowledge all along the way. Be prepared to walk A LOT, especially in Bruges. The day we went was unusually hot and crowded. But it was worth it as Bruges is a beautiful city.
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Love the history and also our tour guide was amazing 🤩 .the tour was well organised and our driver is the best ever 🥰 and efficient.
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Wonderful … Both places worth visiting … specially Bruges … wonder land … tour arrangement were perfectly managed from check in till end of the tour .. and the guid tour was super professional
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Brugge City, the Lake of Love and the buildings. The Tour guide was fun and excellent, with lot of information. I was impressed by David the knowledge and the education shared. The start time was almost disrupted but we managed to visit all places of interest without being rushed. This was the best and exceptional tour with David as our lead