7-Day Belgium Tour Packages

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• 7 Day Belgium & Luxembourg Itinerary, incl. Brussels and Bruges

  

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  • Day 1

    Brussels

    Start in Brussels after arriving at Brussels International Airport. You can reach the city center by train in about 20 minutes. Visit the Grand Place first, ideally before 10 AM when it's quietest. The historic center is compact and easy to walk around. Check out the Manneken Pis statue nearby, but keep in mind it's quite small.

    
  • Day 2

    Antwerp Day Trip

    Take an early train to Antwerp (25 minutes from Brussels Central). Begin at Antwerp Central Station, known as the Railway Cathedral for its beautiful design. Walk down Meir Street, the main shopping area, to reach the Grote Markt. Visit the Cathedral of Our Lady right when it opens at 10 AM to see Rubens' masterpieces without the crowds.

    
  • Day 3

    Battle of the Bulge Sites

    Spend the day exploring WWII history in the Ardennes. Wear comfortable shoes and bring extra layers since forest areas stay cool. Plan about 2 hours for the Bastogne War Museum. One visitor noted: "The preserved foxholes in Foy were incredibly moving. Standing where Easy Company soldiers once stood really brings the history to life."

    
  • Day 4

    Flanders Fields Tour

    Visit WWI sites near Ypres. Start at the Flanders Fields Museum for background information. Visit Tyne Cot Cemetery in late afternoon for the best light. The Last Post Ceremony at Menin Gate starts at 8 PM - get there by 7:30 PM for a good spot. Bring rain gear just in case.

    
  • Day 5

    Ghent and Bruges

    Head to Ghent early (30 minutes from Brussels) to beat the crowds. See the Ghent Altarpiece at St. Bavo's Cathedral first. Continue to Bruges (25 minutes by train) for the afternoon. The city is best after 4 PM when most tourists leave. Walk along the Dijver Canal for great photos. Skip the restaurants on Markt Square and try the better options near Jan van Eyckplein instead.

    
  • Day 6

    Luxembourg and Dinant

    Explore Luxembourg City and Dinant. Luxembourg's old town sits on steep cliffs, so wear good walking shoes. In Dinant, take the cable car to the citadel for great views of the Meuse Valley. Try some local Leffe beer while you're there. A recent visitor shared: "The view of Dinant's church against the cliff face is incredible. Take the cable car up to the citadel – it's worth the extra few euros for the panorama."

    
  • Day 7

    Final Morning in Brussels

    Visit the Royal Museums of Fine Arts in your last morning, preferably before 11 AM when it's less crowded. The airport transfer takes about 30 minutes. Watch out for heavy traffic between 8-9:30 AM when planning your departure.

    

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• 6 Days in Benelux, incl. Brussels and Amsterdam

  A comprehensive Belgian circuit features a Brussels hop-on-hop-off tour with 18 stops, followed by an immersive day in Bruges and Ghent (10.5 hours), and a captivating visit to Dinant paired with Luxembourg.

  

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  • Day 1

    Brussels Arrival & Orientation

    Plan about 30 minutes for the airport transfer to central Brussels, or an hour during rush hour. Most hotels start check-in at 3 PM. If you arrive early, leave your bags and start exploring. One traveler said: "The hotel's central location was perfect - everything was within walking distance of Grand Place."

    
  • Day 2

    Brussels City Exploration

    The hop-on-hop-off bus starts at 9:30 AM with final departures at 6 PM in summer and 5 PM in winter. Get there early and grab a spot upstairs for better views. Visit the Musical Instruments Museum on Royal Square and walk the comic strip art trail through the Marolles district. Stop for lunch in the Bailli-Chatelain area to see Art Nouveau buildings and local cafes.

    
  • Day 3

    Bruges & Ghent Day Trip

    Leave at 8:45 AM for your full-day trip. Start in Ghent, about an hour from Brussels, where you can see St. Bavo's Cathedral and the medieval harbor. After lunch drive 30 minutes to Bruges. A recent visitor noted: "The Christmas markets in Bruges were magical in December - try to time your canal boat ride for late afternoon when crowds thin out."

    
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    Luxembourg & Dinant Excursion

    The trip starts at 8:15 AM with a 2.5-hour drive to Luxembourg City. Visit the old town and Palace of the Grand Duke before heading to Dinant, where the saxophone was invented. A visitor shared: "Luxembourg's mix of ancient fortifications and modern EU buildings was fascinating. Bring comfortable shoes - there's lots of uphill walking."

    
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    Amsterdam Day Trip

    Leave at 8:15 AM for the 3-hour trip to Amsterdam. You'll stop at a traditional Dutch farm before reaching the city. After your guided tour take some free time at the flower market or go on a canal cruise before the midday crowds. "The cheese tasting at the farm was a highlight," one traveler said, "but Amsterdam felt rushed - consider staying overnight if you want to explore properly."

    
  • Day 6

    Brussels Departure

    Check out by noon. If you have a later flight the hotel can store your bags while you buy Belgian chocolates or enjoy a final waffle. Leonidas offers good chocolate prices and Maison Dandoy near Grand Place makes great waffles.

    

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• 5 Days in Netherlands & Belgium, incl. Amsterdam and Bruges

  

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  • Day 1

    Amsterdam Arrival & Canals

    Plan for at least an hour to get through baggage and immigration at Schiphol. Book your canal cruise for late afternoon when most tour groups have finished. The golden hour light makes the historic canal houses look spectacular. The cruise leaves from near Central Station. Get to the meeting point 15 minutes early since boats depart right on time.

    
  • Day 2

    Amsterdam City & Zaanse Schans

    Join the walking tour from Dam Square in the morning before the big crowds arrive. Have €5-10 ready for the guide's tip. After lunch catch the 17-minute train to Zaanse Schans windmill village. A frequent visitor shares: "Skip the expensive guided tours – the village is very walkable and signs are in English. The free open-air museum gives you the full Dutch experience, just pay €4 to enter a working windmill."

    
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    Amsterdam to Bruges Transfer

    The direct train from Amsterdam Central to Bruges takes about 3.5 hours. Make sure to validate your ticket before boarding and keep it handy for conductors. If you arrive before check-in time drop your bags at the hotel. Spend the afternoon exploring the city. The Markt square is quieter and more enjoyable in the evening after day-trippers leave.

    
  • Day 4

    Exploring Bruges

    Get an early start to see Bruges before tour buses fill the streets. Begin at the Markt square then explore the quiet streets leading to the Minnewater. You'll find the prettiest canal views along Groenerei and Dijver. A local tip: "Get to Rozenhoedkaai before 10 AM to avoid the crowds if you want good canal photos. And wear good shoes – those medieval cobblestones can be tricky especially when wet."

    
  • Day 5

    Bruges Departure

    If you have a later departure take the morning to stock up on chocolate. Most praline shops open at 9 AM. The train station is a 20-minute walk from the center or a short taxi ride if you have luggage. Set aside some euros for the city tax (about €2-7 per person per night) that you'll need to pay directly to your hotel.

    

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