Itinerary
- Day 1
Cologne to Ghent
You'll take the train from Cologne to Ghent and check into your hotel right in the city center. Your tour guide will meet you there, and everyone gathers for dinner together in the evening. If you're arriving on your own, just head to the hotel and join the group.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Train travel from Cologne to Ghent
- Day 2
Ghent
This morning starts with a guided tour of Ghent's main attractions, including the Belfry tower and the famous Ghent Altarpiece inside the Cathedral of St. Bavo. You'll walk through the colorful graffiti alley and grab Belgian fries from a local chip shop. The afternoon is yours to explore either Gravensteen Castle or the Museum of Fine Arts, depending on what interests you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ghent city tour
- Ghent Belfry visit
- Cathedral of St. Bavo visit with Ghent Altarpiece
- Graffiti alley visit
- Refreshment stop at Filip's chip shop
Optional Activities
- Visit Gravensteen Castle
- Museum of Fine Arts visit with Flemish paintings including works by Hieronymus Bosch
Landmarks/POIs Ghent Belfry Cathedral of St. Bavo Gravensteen Castle Museum of Fine Arts Ghent - Day 3
Brussels
Next you're heading to Brussels for a guided tour of the city's most recognizable landmarks. You'll see the Manneken Pis statue and the Grand Place, check out La Bourse stock exchange, and stop at the Chocolate Museum to try some Belgian chocolate. After lunch, you have free time to visit the House of European History, Atomium, or the Parliament building on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Brussels city tour
- Manneken Pis visit
- Grand Place visit
- La Bourse (Brussels Stock Exchange) visit
- Chocolate Museum Belgian chocolate tasting
Optional Activities
- House of European History visit
- Atomium visit
- Parliament building tour
- Royal Museums visit with works by Memling, Rubens and Magritte
Landmarks/POIs Manneken Pis Grand Place La Bourse Chocolate Museum Brussels House of European History Atomium European Parliament Royal Museums of Fine Arts 
- Day 4
Antwerp
Travel to Antwerp, a major center for diamond trading. The guided portion covers the historic train station, the diamond district, and the upscale Meir shopping street. You'll see the Cathedral of Our Lady with its UNESCO-listed spire, get an exterior view of Peter Paul Rubens' home, and visit the DIVA Diamond Museum to learn more about the city's art and history.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Antwerp city tour
- Meir shopping street visit
- Peter Paul Rubens' home exterior tour
- Cathedral of Our Lady visit
- Brabo Fountain visit
- Town hall visit
- DIVA Diamond Museum visit
Optional Activities
- Museum aan de Stroom (MAS) visit
- Het Steen Castle visit
Landmarks/POIs Antwerp Central Station Meir Peter Paul Rubens' House Cathedral of Our Lady Brabo Fountain Antwerp Town Hall DIVA Diamond Museum Museum aan de Stroom (MAS) Het Steen Castle 
- Day 5
Bruges
You'll head to Bruges for what many consider Belgium's most beautiful city. Start with a scenic canal cruise to get oriented, then walk through the charming old town. Take time for lunch and personal exploration before heading to De Halve Maan brewery, where you'll learn about their unique 3 km underground beer pipeline. The day wraps up with a farewell dinner with your group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)
Included Activities
- Bruges canal cruise
- Bruges old town tour
- De Halve Maan brewery visit with beer tasting
Landmarks/POIs De Halve Maan Brewery 
- Day 6
Bruges to Cologne
It's time to say goodbye to Belgium and return to Cologne by train, marking the end of your Benelux city tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train travel from Bruges to Cologne
