The tour begins in Brussels and concludes in Amsterdam.

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Day 1: Arrive in Brussels

Arrive in Brussels Airport (BRU) early morning and transfer to the heart of the historic district of Brussels, where you'll settle into your room at the charming Le Dixseptieme Hotel. After check-in, you'll have the opportunity to either take a refreshing nap or explore the surrounding area on your own. In the evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a welcome Meet & Greet reception, followed by a delightful dinner at a nearby restaurant. Use this time to get to know your travel companions and begin immersing yourself in the captivating culture of Belgium.

Overnight: Brussels

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Day 2: Exploring Historic Brussels

Begin your day with a relaxed morning, perhaps sleeping in or enjoying a leisurely breakfast at your own pace. Gather together before embarking on an engaging walking tour of the historic heart of Brussels led by your hosts. You'll start at the famous Grand Place, where you'll marvel at the ornate guild houses and learn captivating stories about the rich history behind this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next, you'll visit the Brussels City Museum, delving deeper into the city's past and cultural significance. Your walking tour will then continue to the iconic Manneken Pis statue, a beloved Brussels landmark with its own unique tales to tell, followed by a visit to the nearby GardeRobe MannekenPis Museum, home to a delightful collection of the little statue's famous costumes. Return to the hotel before gathering once again for dinner, reflecting on your first full day exploring Belgium's fascinating capital. Overnight: Brussels

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Day 3: Masterpieces and Surrealism in Brussels

We will begin the day at the Royal Museums of Fine Arts, home to a stunning collection of masterworks from renowned artists such as Hieronymus Bosch, Pieter Bruegel the Elder, and Jacques-Louis David. After an enjoyable lunch, we will continue our artistic exploration with a visit to the Magritte Museum, dedicated to the life and thought-provoking works of the celebrated Belgian surrealist painter René Magritte. The late afternoon is yours to relax, do a bit of shopping, or simply enjoy free time exploring Brussels at your own pace before we gather for dinner together.
Overnight: Brussels

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Day 4: From Brussels to Bruges, via Ghent

After checking out of our Brussels hotel, we travel to the historic city of Ghent. Our morning begins at magnificent St. Bavo's Cathedral, where we'll experience Jan and Hubert van Eyck's incomparable Ghent Altarpiece—one of the greatest masterpieces in the history of Western art. Following lunch, we'll visit Ghent's Museum of Fine Arts, whose exceptional collection offers a wonderful overview of Flemish artistic achievement through the centuries. Later in the afternoon, continue to the enchanting medieval city of Bruges and settle into our charming boutique hotel along the canal, Martin's Relais, before enjoying dinner together.

Overnight: Bruges

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Day 5: Discovering the Enchantment of Bruges

Begin your day with a captivating walking tour through the enchanting medieval heart of Bruges. Stroll through the lively Markt Square before continuing to historic Burg Square, where the city's remarkable past will be brought to life with stories of powerful merchants, medieval guilds, and the dramatic Bruges Matins uprising that forever changed the course of Flemish history. Next, experience Bruges from a different perspective during a relaxing canal cruise, gliding beneath picturesque bridges and past centuries-old buildings that have earned the city its reputation as the "Venice of the North." Following a coffee break, visit the lower chapel of the Basilica of the Holy Blood before exploring the magnificent Gothic City Hall, one of the oldest in the Low Countries. After lunch, continue your cultural immersion at the Memling Museum, housed within the medieval St. John's Hospital, where you'll admire the extraordinary works of Hans Memling in the very setting for which many were created. The remainder of the afternoon is yours to enjoy at your own pace before an evening free to discover one of Bruges' many wonderful restaurants.

Overnight: Bruges

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Day 6: Delving Deeper into Bruges

Today's exploration is devoted to the extraordinary artistic heritage of Bruges. We'll begin at the outstanding Groeninge Museum, home to one of the world's finest collections of Flemish painting. Here you'll encounter masterpieces by Jan van Eyck, Hans Memling, Gerard David, and other artists whose revolutionary techniques helped transform the course of Western art. We then continue to the nearby Church of Our Lady, whose remarkable treasures include Michelangelo's exquisite Madonna and Child, one of the very few sculptures by the master to leave Italy during his lifetime. Following lunch at the historic De Halve Maan Brewery, we'll enjoy a leisurely stroll through the peaceful Beguinage, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that once housed a community of devout women. Before returning to the hotel, we'll revisit the Basilica of the Holy Blood to explore its magnificent upper chapel and museum, completing our discovery of one of Bruges' most treasured landmarks. This evening we'll gather for dinner celebrating another memorable day in one of Europe's best-preserved medieval cities.

Overnight: Bruges

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Day 7: From Bruges to Amsterdam via Antwerp and the Kröller-Müller Museum

This morning we depart Bruges for Antwerp, where we'll pause in the city's magnificent Grote Markt before visiting the breathtaking Cathedral of Our Lady. Here we'll admire several of Peter Paul Rubens' greatest masterpieces displayed in the very setting for which they were originally created. We then continue into the Netherlands, enjoying lunch during our drive, before arriving at the renowned Kröller-Müller Museum. Its exceptional collection includes one of the world's finest assemblies of works by Vincent van Gogh, along with masterpieces by Monet, Seurat, Picasso, Mondrian, and many others. By early evening we arrive in Amsterdam and settle into our hotel before dinner.

Overnight: Amsterdam

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Day 8: Dutch Masters and an Evening of Music

Today's exploration begins at the world-famous Rijksmuseum, home to an unparalleled collection of Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including Rembrandt's monumental Night Watch, works by Vermeer, Frans Hals, and countless other treasures. After lunch nearby, enjoy a scenic canal cruise through Amsterdam's elegant waterways, offering a fresh perspective on the city's graceful seventeenth-century architecture. This evening we'll dine together before attending a performance at the legendary Concertgebouw, widely regarded as one of the world's finest concert halls, where outstanding acoustics and exceptional musicians combine to create an unforgettable experience.

Overnight: Amsterdam

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Day 9: Tulips, the Hague and Vermeer

This morning we travel to the spectacular Keukenhof Gardens, where millions of blooming tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths create one of the most colorful spring displays anywhere in the world. After ample time to wander the gardens, we continue to The Hague for lunch before visiting the renowned Mauritshuis. Among its many masterpieces are Vermeer's beloved Girl with a Pearl Earring and View of Delft, as well as outstanding works by Rembrandt, Hals, Steen, and other Dutch masters. We return to Amsterdam in the late afternoon. Dinner this evening is on your own.

Overnight: Amsterdam

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Day 10: Van Gogh, a Grand Finale

On our last tour day, embark on a visit to Amsterdam's famed Van Gogh Museum, where you'll be feet away from many of the best-known works of the legendary Dutch post-impressionist painter. The afternoon (including lunch on your own) is yours to explore Amsterdam further at your leisure. Take the opportunity to indulge in some last-minute shopping, seek out hidden culinary gems, or simply wander the charming streets and canals of this captivating city. As the sun sets on your cultural odyssey through Belgium and the Netherlands, gather one final time with your fellow travelers for a special farewell dinner.

Overnight: Amsterdam

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Day 11: Travel Day

After breakfast, transfer to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) for your flight home or other cities as you've planned. Feel free to consult with us to explore pre- or post-tour travel.
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Itinerary is subject to change