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Bruges – Brussels bike & boat tour

Duración: 8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS
Localización: Belgium
Precio: From 999€ : Book Now From 999€
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  • Intro
  • Biking itinerary
  • Dates
  • Ship
  • Additional info
  • Bruges – Brussels Flanders bike & boat tour

    The Bruges to Brussels bike and barge tour on board the Gandalf is an absolute cycling classic that takes you through an enchanting river landscape. During this eight day, seven night tour you will not only get the opportunity to discover the enchanting river/canal system in Belgium, but will also get to visit and explore the world famous cities of Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, Mechelen and Bruges. Along the way you will cycle through small traditional Belgian villages, will visit a number of famous local landmarks and, importantly, will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in Belgium’s well-deserved reputation for superb food and drink.

    Note: This tour is also available in reverse from Brussels to Bruges

  • Daily itinerary for the Bruges – Brussels bike cruise

    Day 1 Saturday: Embarkation in Bruges

    Individual arrival in Bruges. The Gandalf awaits you in the Bruges harbor. Embarkation and check-in where the crew will welcome you on board is from 15:00-17:00. Before or after boarding take the opportunity to explore this lovely city of art, widely described as the “Venice of the North”. You can enjoy the ambience of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historical centre with a leisurely walk, take in the hustle and bustle of the Grote Market square (Great/main Market square), visit one of Bruges many museums or simply enjoy the stunning beauty and culture of this unforgettable city from the comfort of a sidewalk café.

    Day 2: Bruges | Roundtrip around Bruges to the North Sea coast – 55 km / 33 miles

    Today will take you through Damme, the birthplace of the impudent Middle Ages trickster Till Eulenspiegel, to the seaside resort of Blankenberge. Visit anyone of numerous cafés and, if you want to cool down, enjoy a swim in the North Sea. After approx. 2 hours you will cycle back to Bruges and the ship.

    Day 3: Bruges – Moerebrugge – Oostende – Ghent – 40 km / 24 miles

    While you enjoy breakfast the barge Gandalf will sail to Moerebrugge where you will start your day’s cycling. With the historical city of Ghent your destination today you will cycle via Oostende along the Ghent-Oostende-canal through the beautiful Flemish landscape. The town center of Ghent features lovely illuminated streets that are a must to explore, while the architectural richness in the historical center of the city has to be seen to be believed. During the Middle Ages, after Paris, Ghent was the 2nd largest European city. The Gandalf will dock for the night at the Merelbeke lock, a suburb of Ghent and about a 15 minutes cycle from the city center.

    Day 4: Ghent – Dendermonde – St. Amands – 48 km/  29 miles

    After breakfast in Ghent you will cycle through a diverse landscape to Dendermonde which is located at the mouth of the Dender River where it flows into the Schelde River. Here you can enjoy some time off your bike with a coffee or tea at the beautiful Flemish Grote Market square. In the evening shipping to St. Amands one of the most beautiful and winding parts of the route on the river Schelde.

    Day 5: St. Amands – Temse – Antwerp – 42 km / 25 miles

    Your cycle route for the day starts in St. Amands and takes you over the Brussels-Rupel canal and on to an historical brick factory situated between Boom and Niel where bricks have been manufactured since the Middle Ages. After cycling through the countryside to Rupelmonde and later Hemiksem you will finally reach Antwerp, your destination for the night. Antwerp is a harbor city situated on the river Schelde famous for handling up to 80% of the world’s rough diamonds. There are many highlights in the city to discover including: the City Hall, one of several majestic buildings constructed during the Renaissance period, the historical City Square Grote Market, the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwe Cathedral and the medieval Steen Castle.

    Day 6: Antwerp – Lier – Willebroek – 45 km / 27 miles

    After breakfast you will cycle through the leafy suburbs of Antwerp and past typical Belgian villas that feature beautiful trees, manicured gardens and picturesque facades to Lier. From here you cycle along the small river Nete and on to Willebroek where the ship will be waiting for you. When there is enough interest, a beer tasting can be held on board (to be paid on board).

    Day 7: Willebroek – Mechelen – Vilvoorde -Brussels – 40 km / 24 miles

    While the barge sets sail along the Willebroek canal, your final day’s cycling will see you pass through the picturesque countryside via Mechelen to Vilvoorde. Mechelen is a remarkable city that boasts more than 300 buildings that are historically listed. Of these, 8 are churches – all on less than 3 square kilometers! From Vilvoorde you will board the Gandalf for the trip to Brussels, where you can walk through the historical city center, visit the Grote Markt square (Great Market square), arguably Europe’s most beautiful medieval square lined with guild houses or marvel at the Gothic town hall.

    Day 8 (Sat): End of trip – Brussels  disembarkation

    End of your tour: Disembarkation after breakfast until 09:30

  • Ship Mecklenburg

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    The Mecklenburg is a comfortable ship with a personal, familiar atmosphere and during this trip your floating hotel.

    Boat Specifications:

    Size of boat: 41 m  x 5.05 m

    Number of cabins: 11 twin  at 8-9 M² with shower + toilet with two separate beds and ensuite bathroom with shower & toilet. Windows are fixed.

    Cabin equipment: central heating, a fan 220V EU sockets, a hair dryer is available.

    Note:The sundeck is partially covered and is a place to stay in every weather-type. A charming alternative is the cozy salon with its large windows. The service of the well-rehearsed crew as well as the highly praised creations of the cook are a guarantee for a great holiday.

    Languages on board

    Dutch, Flemish, English

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    Dates & Prices for 2020

    Sails on Saturdays Price / person
    Bruges to Brussels

    May 16 and 30
    June 27
    July 11
    August 8 and 22nd

    999€
     Brussels to Bruges

    May 23rd
     June 6
    July 4 and 18
    August 16 and 29

    999€

  • WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THIS BOAT AND BIKE TRIP?

    Duration
    • 8 days / 7 nights
    Included services
    • 7 x breakfast
    • Packed lunches for bike tours or small lunch
    • 7 x 3-course dinner
    • Coffee and tea on board during breakfast and in the afternoon
    • Welcome drink
    • Use of bed linen and towels
    • Once a week cleaning of the cabin
    • Daily briefings by multilingual tour leader
    • Fully guided cycling tours, GPS tracks
    • Maps and notes for cycling tours (1 set per cabin)
    • Wi-Fi
    Accommodation
    • 500€ single supplement (maximum one per boat)
    • 20% discount per person (three in triple room)- only 2 triple rooms available)
    Not included in the tour price
    • Drinks
    • Coffee and tea on board at other hours
    • Bicycle rental or E-bike rental incl. pannier bag
    • Helmet (not available on board)
    • Personal insurances
    • Gratuities (at your discretion)
    • Entrance fees and excursions
    • Fees for ferries
    • City maps
    • Transfers to/from the docking place
    • Parking fees
    Additional optional services
    • 75€ Weekly rental bike
    • 165€ E-bike, limited number available
    Itinerary changes
    • We reserve the right to make changes to the planned route
      due to changing wind and weather conditions and where required
      by organizational necessities
      If external circumstances and weather conditions allow it,
      it is possible to cover longer distances during the night.
      The extra time thus gained could be used during
      the day for extending the cycling program.
    Cancellation fees
    up to 84 days prior to departure 10%
    84-42 days prior to departure 30%
    42-28 days prior to departure 60%
    28-1 days prior to departure 90%
    from date of departure or later, % always of agreed tour package price 100%
    Bringing Children
    • Children are very welcome on our bike & barge and sail & bike tours, but please make sure that your child is able to cycledaily distances of 30 to 60 kilometers before you book
      your holiday (please view the day-to-day program for actual distances).
      Or if they feel comfortable in a bicycle seat or cart for most of the day. A slip streamer or co-pilot bike might be an option too. Of course you can always opt to stay aboard for one or more days,but keep in mind that children up to the age of 18
      have to be under adult supervision.
    How to reserve this trip?
    • We require a deposit of 25% per person upon reservation, final payment 6 weeks before tour departure. CC payments Visa or Mastercard do have an additional increase of 2,5%.
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Dificulty:

  • Price: from 899 €/person
  • Type of trip: Guided bike and boat
  • Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
  • Starting point: Bruges – Brussels
  • Final destination: Brussels – Bruges
  • Total distance: 283 km / 180 miles
  • Bike type: See under “Additional Info”

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