Discover Belgium: A Day Trip to Brugge and Ghent
Overview
Embark on a private full-day excursion to the enchanting medieval cities of Brugge and Ghent. Your journey will be comfortable and efficient, with hotel pickup included, traveling in our Mercedes Minivan that accommodates 2 to 7 clients. Enhance your experience with adjustable seats and indulge in a unique adventure that promises an extended duration of 14 hours, ensuring a thorough exploration of these historic destinations.
Highlights
- Experience a personal and intimate journey with hotel pickup in a premium Mercedes Minivan.
- Engage in a 2-hour walking tour of Brugge and a 40-minute boat trip in Ghent, enriching your understanding of their medieval magnificence.
- Savor local beer flavors with a tasting session at a traditional brewery.
- Benefit from the speed and comfort of traveling in a minivan, saving you around two hours compared with conventional transport.
- Explore more with Clewel Travel’s offering of 15 other day trips from Paris in small groups or privately.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: 07:30 Departure - Your exploration begins from Paris, comfortably seated in our air-conditioned Mercedes minivan. The journey to Ghent spans 290 km on a highway, approximately taking 3.5 hours. A short rest will be scheduled after a 1.5-hour drive.
11:00 Arrival in Ghent - Commence your Ghent adventure with an audio-guided river boat cruise lasting about 40 minutes. Discover the capital and largest city of East Flanders, renowned for its historical significance and architectural marvels like the Cathedral of St. Nicholas and the Belfort city tower.
12:30 Departure to Bruges - A brief 45-minute ride leads you to the picturesque city of Brugge.
13:15 Arrival in Brugge - Enjoy lunch in this historical setting before embarking on a 2-hour walking tour. Marvel at Brugge’s medieval buildings, canals, and the UNESCO listed Belfort bell tower.
16:30 Local Brewery Visit - Experience Belgian beer at its finest with a visit to a local brewery in Brugge for a tasting session.
18:00 Departure - We commence the return journey to Paris.
21:30 / 22:00 Arrival in Paris - Concluding the day with a drop off at your hotel, bringing an end to an unforgettable journey through Belgium’s medieval jewels.
