Bruges' canals and guild houses survived almost untouched since its medieval trading heyday. Walking it with a private guide feels less like sightseeing than quietly stepping back in time.
Your guide and driver bring you into a city small enough to explore entirely on foot — no bus timetable required, just time to look closely.
At the Markt, the Belfry has watched over the city for seven centuries. From Burg Square, home to the Basilica of the Holy Blood, your guide leads you along the canals to the Rozenhoedkaai — Bruges' most photographed corner, its skyline barely changed since the 1400s.
Stop for a proper chocolate tasting, a Belgian waffle, or a local beer, wherever your guide suggests. Add a canal boat ride if you'd like to see the same skyline from the water.
With the pace entirely yours, there's time to linger at the Beguinage, or simply sit at a café on the Markt before the drive back to Brussels.
Highlights
Private guide & driver for the full day
The Markt, the Belfry and Burg Square
The Basilica of the Holy Blood
Bruges' iconic canals and the Rozenhoedkaai
A private chocolate tasting with local recommendations
Optional canal boat ride for a different view of the city
Duration
8 Hours
Departure
Brussels Hotel, Residence, Airport, or Cruise Port Pickup Included.
Inclusions
Professional private guide
Luxury private transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Brussels
Bottled water
FAQs
Is this a private tour?
Yes, you travel with your own guide and private vehicle for the full day.
Does the tour include hotel pickup in Brussels?
Yes, pickup from your Brussels hotel, residence, airport or cruise port is included.
Is transportation included?
Yes, private transportation between Brussels and Bruges is included.
Can the itinerary be customized?
Yes, time spent at each site, and additions such as a canal boat ride, can be arranged.
Is this tour suitable for families?
Yes, the compact, walkable historic center suits travelers of all ages.
Is a canal boat ride included?
A canal boat ride is optional and can be added on request; it is not included in the base tour.