5 Nights / 6 Days Itinerary: Brussels and Bruges

Trip Itinerary

Itineraries

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Day 1: Arrival in Brussels

Morning: Land at Brussels Airport or arrive by train. Transfer to your hotel for check-in. Relax and unwind after your journey.

Afternoon: Explore the Grand Place, Brussels’ iconic central square, surrounded by ornate guildhalls and the Town Hall. Visit Manneken Pis, the city’s quirky symbol.

Evening: Sample local Belgian cuisine such as mussels, frites, and waffles with whipped cream and strawberries. Learn about Belgium's culinary traditions from an expert guide.

Overnight: Brussels

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Day 2: Culinary & Segway Tour of Brussels

Morning: Embark on a Chocolate Tour, visiting famous chocolate shops to taste delectable local chocolates. Learn about the history and techniques that make Belgian chocolate world-famous during this 3-hour guided tour.

Afternoon: Tour Brussels on a Segway, exploring both historical and modern sides of the city. Visit must-see sights such as the Grand Place, Royal Galleries, and the Manneken Pis.

Evening: Stroll through the Sablon District, known for its antique shops and charming bistros, and enjoy a leisurely dinner.

Overnight: Brussels

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Day 3: Vintage Car & Comic Strip Tour

Morning: Take a Vintage Car Tour, driving through Brussels’ famous parks, museums, and landmarks. Stop for shopping or savoring local delicacies along the way.

Afternoon: Explore the Comic Book Route, a path composed of several comic strip murals on the walls of buildings throughout Brussels. This fun tour offers insights into Brussels’ rich comic heritage, including popular characters like Tintin.

Evening: Enjoy a relaxed evening at leisure, with time for local shopping or café hopping.

Overnight: Brussels

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Day 4: Transfer to Bruges & Canal Cruise

Morning: After breakfast, transfer to the station to board your train from Brussels to Bruges (approx. 1 hour). Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and relax.

Afternoon: Take a canal cruise to discover Bruges’ picturesque beauty from a unique perspective. Admire the medieval architecture and quaint bridges.

Evening: Explore boutique restaurants and shops along Bruges’ charming cobblestone streets.

Overnight: Bruges

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Day 5: Bruges Beer Tour & Leisure

Morning: Immerse yourself in Bruges’ craft beer culture with a Private Bruges Beer Tour. Visit top breweries, taste three different beers, and enjoy a traditional Belgian snack. Your private guide will provide fascinating insights into the city’s beer-making history.

Afternoon: Spend the rest of the day exploring Bruges at leisure. Visit iconic landmarks like the Markt, Basilica of the Holy Blood, or the Church of Our Lady.

Evening: Indulge in a farewell dinner featuring local Flemish cuisine at a fine dining restaurant.

Overnight: Bruges

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Day 6: Departure from Bruges

Morning: After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Brussels Airport (approx. 1.5 hours).

Afternoon: Say goodbye and board your flight back home with cherished memories of Belgium.

Recommended Hotels

Super Luxury

Brussels

  • Hotel Amigo, a Rocco Forte Hotel – Rue de l'Amigo 1-3
  • Juliana Hotel Brussels – Place des Martyrs 1-4
  • Le Louise Hotel Brussels – MGallery – Avenue de la Toison d'Or 40
  • Sofitel Brussels Europe – Place Jourdan 1
  • Steigenberger Wiltcher's – Avenue Louise 71
  • Tangla Hotel Brussels – Avenue Emmanuel Mounier 5

Bruges

  • Hotel Dukes' Palace Bruges – Prinsenhof 8
  • Hotel Heritage – Relais & Châteaux – Niklaas Desparsstraat 11
  • Relais Bourgondisch Cruyce – Wollestraat 41-47

Luxury

Brussels

  • Corinthia Brussels – City Centre, near Grand Place
  • Hotel des Galeries – Rue des Bouchers 38
  • NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon – Rue Bodenbroek 2/4
  • Pillows City Hotel Brussels Centre – Parochiaansstraat 15-27
  • Radisson Collection Grand Place Brussels – Rue du Fossé aux Loups 47
  • The Dominican – Rue Léopold 9

Bruges

  • Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges – Hoogstraat 6
  • Hotel De Orangerie – Kartuizerinnenstraat 10
  • Hotel De Tuilerieën – Dijver 7

Standard

Brussels

  • Aloft Brussels Schuman – Place Jean Rey
  • Motel One Brussels – Rue Royale 120
  • NH Brussels Bloom – Rue Royale 250
  • Thon Hotel EU – Rue de la Loi 75
  • Yadoya Hotel – Boulevard d'Anvers 32

Bruges

  • Hotel Aragon – Naaldenstraat 22
  • Hotel Jan Brito – Freren Fonteinstraat 1
  • Hotel Ter Brughe – Oost Gistelhof 2

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