Itinerary
- Day 1
Brussels
You'll arrive in Brussels and have the day to explore on your own terms. The Grande Place is right there if you want to see it, and the Manneken Pis is a quirky spot worth checking out if you're into that sort of thing. The city's got plenty of cultural spots to wander through, decent shopping if that interests you, and the food scene is solid. Just walk around and see what catches your eye.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Grande Place
- See Manneken Pis
- Explore landmarks and cultural attractions in Brussels
Landmarks Grande Place Manneken Pis 
- Day 2
Brussels to Mechelen
Head out on your bike heading east through the Brussels suburbs. You'll pass the Afrika Museum in Tervuren, then ride through Erps and Kampenhout on your way to Mechelen. Once there, St Rumbold's Cathedral from the 13th century is worth a stop, and if you climb the tower you get 360-degree views over the city. The ride itself is nice with tree-lined country lanes, rivers and meadows along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling tour from Brussels to Mechelen
- Visit St Rumbold's Cathedral tower with 360-degree views
Optional Activities
- Visit Afrika Museum in Tervuren
Landmarks Afrika Museum St Rumbold's Cathedral - Day 3
Mechelen to Antwerp
Today's cycling takes you through countryside toward Antwerp, passing through Duffel, Mortsel and Berchem. Stop at the Ursuline Institute to see the Art Nouveau winter garden. Fort Island in Mortsel is one of eight Brialmont Forts that were built to defend Antwerp, so if you're into that history it's worth a look. Once you reach Antwerp, the city has a reputation for beer, antiques, vintage fashion and diamonds if you want to explore those scenes.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling tour from Mechelen to Antwerp
- Visit Ursuline Institute of Our Lady of Wavre with Art Nouveau winter garden
- Visit Fort Island in Mortsel
Optional Activities
- Explore Antwerp's beer heritage
- Browse antiques and vintage fashion in Antwerp
- Visit diamond district in Antwerp
Landmarks Ursuline Institute of Our Lady of Wavre Fort Island (Mortsel Fort) 
- Day 4
Antwerp to Dendermonde
You'll follow the River Scheldt for most of today's route, passing fortifications as you go. Wissekerk Castle from the 10th century is on your path, then you cross by ferry to continue along the river dike. De Zilverreiger regional museum preserves knowledge about local crafts like basket weaving, river fishery, cooperage and flax processing, so it gives some context to the area you're cycling through.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling tour along River Scheldt from Antwerp to Dendermonde
- Visit Wissekerk Castle
- Ferry crossing
- Visit De Zilverreiger regional museum
Landmarks Wissekerk Castle De Zilverreiger - Day 5
Dendermonde to Ghent
Follow the Scheldt river banks as you cycle past Flemish villages and towns. Laarne Castle is a good break spot before you continue to Ghent. Once there, Ghent is known for its music scene with festivals and carillons throughout the city. The Old Town really transforms after dark with a kind of magical quality to the streets and canals, so plan to wander around by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling tour from Dendermonde to Ghent
- Visit Laarne Castle
Optional Activities
- Explore Ghent Old Town
- Attend music festivals or concerts in Ghent
- Experience carillon performances
Landmarks Laarne Castle Ghent Old Town 
- Day 6
Ghent to Kortrijk
The Leie river landscape on this route is pretty green with forests and meadows around you. You'll see neoclassical castles and pass through small artists' villages along the way. There are local museums scattered around if you want to stop and see painters' works. By the time you reach Kortrijk, you'll find it's got modern architecture mixed with centuries-old cultural heritage, kind of a blend between big city charm and village coziness.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling tour from Ghent to Kortrijk through Leie river valley
Optional Activities
- Visit neoclassical castles along the route
- Explore artists' villages
- Visit local museums featuring painters' works
- Day 7
Kortrijk to Bruges
Cycle through flat Flemish countryside, then for the final stretch follow the Ghent-Bruges canal from the 14th century. This historic canal acts as a green corridor that's important for local biodiversity. Once you arrive in Bruges, you'll find cobbled streets, canals, medieval buildings and the kind of fairy-tale ambiance that makes it feel like a different era entirely.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling tour from Kortrijk to Bruges
- Cycle along Ghent-Bruges canal
Optional Activities
- Explore Bruges medieval town and canals
- Walk cobbled streets of Bruges
Landmarks Ghent-Bruges Canal Bruges Old Town 
- Day 8
Bruges
After breakfast, you'll depart from Bruges and head home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
