Brussels Discovery
4 Days
from
$1,088
to
$1,160
per person*
Highlights:
Belgium
(Brussels)
Trip Start/End:
Brussels
/
Amsterdam
The City of Brussels is the largest municipality and the official capital of Belgium. See its main attractions including, Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the Gothic town hall in the old center, the St. Michael and Gudula Cathedral and the Laken Castle with its large greenhouses, all with a local English speaking Guide. Commence your trip with a private airport transfer to your accommodation and enjoy a blend of guided (shared) tours and private tours. Spend some time here exploring the famous Ghent & Bruges. Take some time to sit on the sidewalk of one of the coffee houses and take it all in. There is plenty to see and do for a few days, and when you are fully sated after some wonderful food and culture, your private vehicle and English speaking driver will drop you back at the airport.
Overview
| Day | Activities | Hotel |
- Day 1
- Brussels
| - Transfer - Private - Airport (Charleroi) - Vehicle/Driver
- Welcome Package
- Lunch (not included)
- Dinner (not included)
| Hilton Brussels City (4*)
Standard (Mon-Wed) (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 2
- Brussels
| - Shared - Hop-on Hop-off Tour - Double-decker Bus
- Lunch (not included)
- Dinner (not included)
| Hilton Brussels City (4*)
Standard (Mon-Wed) (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 3
- Brussels
| - Shared - Ghent & Bruges (9.5hrs) - Coach/Guide
- Lunch (not included)
- Continuation of day tour
- Dinner (not included)
| Hilton Brussels City (4*)
Standard (Mon-Wed) (B)1 DBL (2 Adults)
|
- Day 4
- Brussels - Amsterdam
| - Transfer - Private - Airport (Charleroi) - Vehicle/Driver
| Depart (B) (Int`l Airport) |
| B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, 1/2d = Half Day, Al = All Inclusive |
Trip Itinerary
Brussels
Hilton Brussels City Hotel
Day 1: Brussels
Relax on your private airport (Charleroi) transfer with private vehicle and English speaking Driver.
A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, train tickets (if relevant) and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip.
Accommodation: Hilton Brussels City (4*) Situated in the center of downtown Brussels, within yards of Gare du Nord station and in close proximity to the Rue Neuve shopping district and the World Trade Center, the Hilton Brussels City Hotel (4*) is the ideal place to stay when you are visiting Belgium’s capital. All the facilities are in place to allow you to remain productive during your stay.
Statue of Godfrey de Bouillon
Day 2: Brussels
Visit the sites that are of personal interest to you and get around the easy way by availing of the hop-on hop-off bus goes around the city. With this hop-on hop-off tour you can get on and off at any stop an unlimited number of times for a full day's sightseeing. The coach passes all the main sights in the city, including St Michael Cathedral, the Congress Column, the Atomium, Grand Place, Palace of Justice, the Royal Museum of Art and History and the Royal Palace, so you'll be able to see as much as you like in your own time. With bus departures every 30 minutes and tickets valid for 24 hours after first use, this is the perfect way to orientate yourself with Belgium's capital.
Accommodation: Hilton Brussels City (4*) 
Michelangelo Statue
Day 3: Brussels
Enjoy a guided shared full day tour to the beautiful towns of Ghent and Bruges. After an hour's drive you will arrive in Ghent, where you visit St. Bavo's Cathedral, home of the world famous 'Mystic Lamb' painting. During the city tour you will see all the important buildings from the Middle Ages, such as the Belfry, St Nicholas' Church and the Earl's Castle. In Bruges, you will visit the Lake of Love and the Beguinage. Afterwards enjoy a walking tour and discover the Church of Our Lady with the statue by Michaelangelo, the Market Square with its belfry and the Holy Blood Chapel.
Accommodation: Hilton Brussels City (4*) 
Amsterdam
Day 4: Brussels - Amsterdam
Relax on your private airport (Charleroi) transfer with private vehicle and English speaking Driver.
Accommodation: Depart
Accommodations
- Hilton Brussels City Hotel
Hilton Brussels City (4*) - Brussels
Situated in the center of downtown Brussels, within yards of Gare du Nord station and in close proximity to the Rue Neuve shopping district and the World Trade Center, the Hilton Brussels City Hotel (4*) is the ideal place to stay when you are visiting Belgium’s capital. All the facilities are in place to allow you to remain productive during your stay.
Travel Info
Travel tips of Belgium
VISA/PASSPORT
Belgium is a party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, U.S. and Canadian citizens may enter for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa. The passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay.
Citizens of other countries may require a visa. Please ask your Sales Advisor. These requirements change often and therefore it is best that you check with the Embassy of Belgium for the most up to date visa information.
HEALTH
Health insurance is recommended. Medical facilities are good quality. We recommend that you see a health-care provider who specializes in Travel Medicine. The doctor or health-care provider will determine what vaccinations and medication you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities. For more information on travel requirements, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/belgium.aspx
COUNTRY INFO
Capital: Brussels.
Government: Constitutional monarchy. The Kingdom of Belgium was established in 1830. In 1993, Belgium became a federal state comprising three autonomous regions.
Language: The official languages are Dutch, French and German. English is widely spoken in the Flemish region.
Religion: Mainly Roman Catholic (75%), with small Protestant and Jewish communities.
Time: GMT + 1 (GMT + 2 from last Sunday in March to Saturday before last Sunday in October).
Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50Hz. Plugs are of the round two-pin type.
Telephone: Country code +32.
Mobile Telephone: Roaming agreements exist with most international mobile phone companies. Coverage is excellent.
Internet: Internet cafes are widely available throughout the country.
Travel tips of Netherlands
VISA/PASSPORT
The Netherlands is a party to the Schengen Agreement. As such, U.S. and Canadian citizens may enter for up to 90 days for tourist or business purposes without a visa. The passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay.
Citizens of other countries may require a visa. Please ask your Sales Advisor. These requirements change often and therefore it is best that you check with the Embassy of Netherlands for the most up to date visa information.
HEALTH
Health insurance is recommended. Medical facilities are good quality. We recommend that you see a health-care provider who specializes in Travel Medicine. The doctor or health-care provider will determine what vaccinations and medication you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities. For more information on travel requirements, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/netherlands.aspx
COUNTRY INFO
Capital: Amsterdam.
Government: Constitutional monarchy since 1848.
Language: Dutch is the official language. English, German and French are widely spoken.
Religion: 31% Roman Catholic, 13% Dutch Reformed Church, 7% Calvinist, 5.5% Muslim, 43.5% other religions or none.
Time: GMT + 1 (GMT + 2 from last Sunday in March to last Sunday in October).
Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50Hz. Two-pin European-style plugs are in use.
Telephone: Country code +31 (followed by 20 for Amsterdam, 10 for Rotterdam and 70 for The Hague).
Mobile Telephone: Roaming agreements exist with most international mobile phone companies. Coverage is universal.
Internet: There are many Internet cafes and some Internet access centers.
What's Included:
- Guaranteed departure - Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
What's not Included:
- Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $350). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure.
- Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of 30% of program price. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to loss of 100% of program price.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
- Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.
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