An often-overlooked holiday destination, Belgium shines thanks to its combination of medieval city cores, 17th-century grandeur and monk-brewed ale. Our specialists have explored from the sandy shores of the North Sea to the battlefields outside Bastogne in the south, and can craft a trip that lets you experience the aspects of Belgium that capture your interest.
If you want to delve into 20th-century history, we can help you explore Flanders Fields or follow in Patton’s footsteps at the Battle of the Bulge near Bastogne. For a focus on food, you could sample traditional Belgium dishes like moules-frites on a walking tour of Antwerp or enjoy a guided tasting of local beers in Brussels. We can also arrange for you to cruise through the canals of Bruges, see traditional shrimp fishermen ride their horses into the surf in Oostduinkerke, or enjoy the quiet pleasures of the countryside with a cycle ride through Zwin Nature Reserve.
Whatever your interests, our specialists will build activities into your trip that connect to how you want to experience Belgium.
Diamond District tour & diamond cutting workshop
Explore Antwerp’s legendary Diamond Quarter, a stopover for 86% of the world’s legal raw diamonds, on this three-hour walking tour. Your guide will take you to a workshop where you can watch the gemstones be cut, shaped and polished.
Bastogne and Battle of the Bulge tour
On this private day-long trip, you’ll visit sites that were important in the last German offensive of World War II — the Battle of the Bulge. You’ll also get a chance to see some of the finest museums and memorials to the fallen.
Coastal bicycle ride Zwin Nature Park & Damme
Explore the windswept beaches, flat green meadows and reed-lined streams and canals along Belgium’s coast. Your local guide will lead you along a series of paved bike paths through the countryside, seaside resort towns and small, authentic villages.
Our specialists advise on the best months to visit Belgium, including information about climate, events and festivals.
Practical tips for travelling to Belgium, from social protocols to guidance on money matters, with a link to the latest FCDO travel advice.
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