8 days tour

Belgium Cycle - Brussels To Bruges

Belgium Cycle - Brussels To Bruges

This tour includes:

Accommodation

7 nights in 3-4 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities During the trip we use a combination of 3 and 4 star hotels chosen for their comfort and convenience to the cycle route.

Others

Information pack including route notes, maps, tourist information per room booked. (GPS tracks are available on request) Emergency hotline 21 speed rental bike with pannier, helmet, repair kit and lock (e-bikes available - supplement applies) Tourist tax BIKES During the trip you will be provided with a 21 speed bike with hand brakes and locks. You will be provided with a pannier to carry your gear during the day. Helmets are supplied but you are also welcome to bring your own well-fitted helmet from home (this is recommended). Electric bikes are available for an additional cost (must be pre-booked). Always check your bicycle before you start cycling. The rental bikes will be equipped with a puncture repair kit (in your pannier). Other tools are not included. Make sure to lock your bicycle, always and everywhere. Never put your bike keys in your luggage, which will be taken with the luggage transport. Before you storage your luggage make sure you have the bike keys. If renting an e-bike: Take your e-bike charger with you at all times during your cycling trip (the charger will be in the bike bag). BIKE INSURANCE It is possible to purchase Bicycle Theft Insurance. Covered are: damages arising out of the theft of the bicycle; and damages to the bicycle as a consequence of the theft. Not covered are: theft of bicycle parts; and damages arising out of attempted theft. This needs to be prebooked and prepaid in advance. Speak with your consultant for further details.

Transport

Luggage transfer between hotels - limited to 1 piece of luggage per person weighing a max 20kg.

Meals

7 breakfasts: Breakfasts are continental style and will usually consist of breads, cheese, ham, tea, coffee & juices

Not included:

Insurance

Travel insurance is not included.

Guide

Guides not included -this is a self guided tour

Flights

International flights are not included.

Optional

Other activities and services not included.

Others

Travel to Brussels and from Bruges Meals not listed as included, drinks Travel insurance - mandatory E-bike, a supplement applies Guide - this is a self guided cycling holiday A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room Entrance fees not listed as included Transfers unless listed as included Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage Ferries, allow approx 1-4 EUR per ferry Excess luggage - supplement applies. Each piece of extra luggage will be charged a supplement. Luggage cannot be heavier than 20kg due to work safety rules. Excess charge for extra luggage items to be booked and paid before departure. Please note that small bags cannot be attached to the main luggage, they will be charged as separate pieces of luggage. We recommend bringing a handlebar phone holder - to follow the route more easily using the GPS tracks Items of a personal nature Bike helmet* (provided with your bike hire), mobile phone holder, wet weather gear, daypack, water bottle and sun protection. A comprehensive gear list is included in the pre-departure information provided on booking. *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets are worn whilst cycling.

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Itinerary of your trip Belgium Cycle - Brussels To Bruges

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Brussels
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive Brussels

      On arrival in Brussels, make your way to the joining hotel for check in. We suggest heading out to explore the Grande Place. Not only does Brussels have Manneken Pis, it also has the most delicious waffles, chocolates and pints. This is a city where culture vultures, shopaholics, and gourmets & gourmands will thrive.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Cycle To Mechelen (66Km/40.5Mi)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Cycle To Mechelen (66Km/40.5Mi)

      After one last tour of the Grande Place itโ€™s time to leave the city behind. Cycle through the suburbs to Grimbergen, known for its lovely abbey church, a baroque basilica. Then continue on tree-lined country lanes, past a series of ponds, along a river, around a wood and through meadows and cropfields to Mechelen: not as large as the other Flemish towns but just as nice.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Cycle Via Duffel On The River Nete To Antwerp (45Km/28Mi)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Cycle Via Duffel On The River Nete To Antwerp (45Km/28Mi)

      In the town of Sint-Kathelijne-Waver, at the Ursuline Institute, a boarding school run by nuns, an exquisite surprise awaits. The convent/school complex, Our Lady of Wavre, is a successful blend of art nouveau, neo-Gothic and art deco. Best of all, the winter garden. Feast your eyes on a masterpiece of art nouveau, an ode to nature, springtime and light. Back outside, continue through the countryside to Duffel on the River Nete. And, yes! This is actually the town where โ€œduffelโ€ originated from: the heavy, woolly material used initially for bags and later for duffle coats, made popular by the British Royal Navy and still trendy today. In the 15th century, duffel was produced here and exported all over Europe: a profitable business for then-prosperous Duffel. The route continues past Mortsel and Berchem. If you are into military heritage, stop off in Mortsel to visit Fort no. 4 of the originally eight Brialmont Forts (1860-1864) that made up the defensive line of Antwerp. It is built in brick with sandstone decorations and stands on an island surrounded by a ditch. Finish your day in Antwerp, a city with a long beer tradition and countless cafes. Discover the beautiful Old Town or go shopping for antiques and curioโ€™s, home deco, vintage fashion finds or diamonds.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Follow The River Scheldt To Dendermonde (61Km/38Mi)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Follow The River Scheldt To Dendermonde (61Km/38Mi)

      During most of todayโ€™s route, the River Scheldt will show you the way. Near Kruibeke, you will find Wissekerk Castle. In the 10th century this was a so-called water castle and part of the defense line of Antwerp along the River. A little farther on, cross the Scheldt by ferry. Then proceed atop the river dike to De Zilverreiger, a regional museum focused on preserving knowledge about trades and crafts that once flourished locally: basket weaving, river fishery, cooperage (barrel making), flax processing and clog making. End the day in Dendermonde with its impressive Town Hall & Belfry. After checking in to your hotel, take some time to visit the Church of Our Lady boasting a baptismal font from the 11th century.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Continue Along The Scheldt River To Ghent (47Km/29Mi)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Continue Along The Scheldt River To Ghent (47Km/29Mi)

      You will soon be back on the Scheldt river banks, cycling past a string of Flemish villages and towns. Laarne Castle is a great place for a break before continuing to Ghent. The Old Town of Ghent is like an open-air museum. It is also a UNESCO Creative City of Music. The music scene here is thriving. Festivals, musical institutions, the carillon, concerts, students of music having a singsong on the quaysโ€ฆ music is everywhere. After dark the ambiance is magical, thanks to the townโ€™s ingenious lighting.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Discover The Rural Meetjesland Region En Route To Maldegem Or Lembeke (57Km/35.5Mi)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Discover The Rural Meetjesland Region En Route To Maldegem Or Lembeke (57Km/35.5Mi)

      Head west and discover the rural Meetjesland region, a cycling paradise with woods, meadowland and vast cropfields. It is an easy ride through the flat landscape to Eeklo, a small town known for its many sculptures. Continue through the Het Leen and Drongengoed woods. In the evening, put your feet up in Maldegem or Lembeke.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Pass Through Flat Flemish Countryside To Arrive In Bruges (54Km/33.5Mi)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Pass Through Flat Flemish Countryside To Arrive In Bruges (54Km/33.5Mi)

      Yet another lovely route through the flat Flemish countryside. After Maldegem you will pass some quiet villages such as Knesselare, Maria-Aalter and Moerbrugge. On the last stretch, follow the Ghent-Bruges canal which dates from the 14th century and is one of the oldest in the country. Together with its towpath verges, it forms a green corridor that is important for biodiversity. Your destination Bruges is a true gem, known as the โ€™Pearl of Flandersโ€™. It is a truly enchanting town that has been welcoming tourists for about 150 years. With most of its medieval architecture intact, you have a sense of times gone by when the town was at the centre of the European wool and cloth trade. After checking in to your hotel, we recommend heading to the Markt for some delicious waffles, chocolates or beer.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Trip Concludes
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Trip Concludes

      Arrangements conclude in Bruges after breakfast. We can assist with booking extra nights accommodation if youโ€™d like to stay longer in Bruges - please ask for our rates.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 2 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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