I Need Brussels - Brussels, Flanders and Amsterdam Highlights Experience

Introduction

Enjoy the beauty of Brussels and the outstanding Flanders, before reaching the majestic Amsterdam

Day 1. Arrival to Brussels In and around Brussels Arrival at Brussels Airport and transfer to the hotel with private car minibus with professional driver. Check in at the hotel and rest of the day at leisure to start enjoining this very fascinating city. Start point In front of Java Coffee, Brussels Airport (BRU), Leopoldlaan, Steenokkerzeel, Vlaams Brabant 1820, Belgium 00:00 - 23:55

Day 2. Morning Grand City Tour of Brussels and Evening Tour with Beer Tasting Enjoy a perfect morning tour to admire this beautiful capital. Our tour of Brussels is an excellent introduction to Belgium. Discover the ancient buildings of the city and its splendid modern districts on board of our comfortable coach. Our visit begins at the majestic Grand Place which was the cradle of medieval Brussels. The coach will take us to Saint-Michael’s cathedral. We will make a brief stop at the famous Atomium and drive along the marvelous Chinese Pavilion and Japanese Tower. From the Royal Residence we will return to the city center to visit the cozy Sablon district, with its numerous antique shops. We show you the stunning Palace of Justice and the Royal Palace. The next part of our tour covers the district with the headquarters of the European Parliament, the Commission and the Council of Europe. Rest of the day at leisure to enjoy pleasant walks in the charming streets of city centre. In the evening you will be experience a really great evening walking tour with beer tastings during the walk. The tour starts at 18.00 and will be a real outstanding experience. Belgium has over 1000 beers and has a brewing culture that has been producing the world’s best for over 1000 years! On this Beer Tour, you will experience the best that Belgian has to offer, from the Trappist brews made by monks to the Lambic beers unique to the Brussel region. You will lear all about the brewing processes and have a chance to taste from the world’s largest slection of beers from Belgium the globe. On this three hours tour you will get one free Belgian Trappist ale and a tasting selection from one of Brussel’s most famous beer bars.

Day 3. Day Trip to Ghent and Bruges In and around Ghent, Bruges Today you will be visit the outstanding treasures of Flanders. Discover two of Flanders’ most enchanting cities and follow our guide back in time! Ghent’s medieval architecture and youthful vibrant atmosphere will impress you. We visit Saint-Bavo’s Cathedral, home to the world-famous Mystic Lamb painting (optional), and walk along the Castle of the Counts of Flanders, the picturesque medieval harbour Graslei and many more highlights. In Bruges, you enjoy the peaceful Lake of Love and the old beguinage. Our guide will explain the stories and secrets behind the city’s history from the Viking period until the end of the Middle Ages. You also have the option to enjoy a pleasant boat trip along the narrow canals. Do not forget your comfortable shoes to brave the cobbled streets!. Return to Brussels at 20.00 approximately, rest of the evening at leisure.

Day 4. Day at Leisure In Brussels and Dinner Enjoy this free day in Brussels at your best choice. You can exploring the city with an hop on hop off open bus, stop whenever you wish and admire the city with its charming streets and magic atmosphere. The whole day is at you own preference, in the evening your will get a great Belgian dinner at the restaurant “Le Bistrot”, just in front of the famous Porte de Hall.

Day 5. Day Trip to Amsterdam with Cheese Tasting In and around Amsterdam Holland is only at a stone’s throw away from Brussels. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit bustling Amsterdam! Once you have crossed the border, you will admire pastoral polder landscapes and a multitude of windmills. Upon arrival in Amsterdam we visit a local crafts center where see the production of Holland’s pride: traditional cheeses and clogs. Time for a short photo break near a traditional quaint Dutch windmill. We drive on to the heart of Amsterdam, passing the Dutch National Bank and the former Heineken brewery museum. You can embark on an optional guided boat tour that takes you along Amsterdam’s picturesque canals. This is an unforgettable way to discover the old city and it is undoubtedly the number one attraction of Holland’s capital. Next stop: the tour now takes you to Amsterdam’s most famous square called the “DAM”. The guide takes you on a brief guided walk to the Royal Palace and other highlights of the city. Then it is time for some free time. Stroll along the shopping streets, visit the flower market. Just enjoy! Return to Brussels at 21.00 approximately, rest of the evening at leisure.

Day 6. Departure Transfer Free time for eventual shopping or last self visit before being transferred from the hotel to the airport with private car or minibus with professional driver. End point Departures area, Brussels Airport (BRU), Leopoldlaan, Steenokkerzeel, Vlaams Brabant 1820, Belgium 00:00 - 23:55