Ghent & Belgian Chocolatier
Points of Interest
- Taste of Belgium
Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
This enjoyable, half-day tour combines the best of Belgium's cultural heritage with a chance to sample some of its wonderful, internationally revered, hand-made chocolates. First, enjoy a scenic motorcoach ride from Zeebrugge port to the pretty Flemish city of Ghent, which, during the Middle Ages, became one of the largest and richest cities of northern Europe. Today, it is a busy city that boasts a lively port and popular university.
Accompanied by your friendly guide, your tour begins in the old city center where you will enjoy a superb photo opportunity from the top of St. Michael's Bridge. The sweeping views here range from the Old Port, with its gabled Guild Houses, to the thousand-year-old Castle of the Counts. You will also be able to view the 15th-century Town Hall, the famous 'three towers' of Saint Nicholas Church, and the Belfry tower (exterior views only).
At the midway part of the tour, you will stop to enjoy an informative and fun chocolate demonstration in which you will learn all about the history of chocolate and how it is molded into different shapes, but more importantly, you'll have the opportunity to sample some of these sweet treats. Your walking tour resumes with a stroll through the streets to St. Bavo's Cathedral. This massive cathedral took three centuries to complete.
Afterward, you will have free time to explore the city and shop for souvenirs, including fine Belgian chocolates and Flemish lace, before heading back to the ship at Zeebrugge.
Special Notes:
Tour capacity is extremely limited - book early to reserve space.This tour will not be offered from July 17 till 26, 2020 due to local festivities.
Bring Euro or credit cards for additional purchases.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing suited to the day's conditions. Bring a hat and a light jacket.
Sequence of tour stops may vary.
Child Price:
12 & under reducedDetails
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Depart from ship for a guided walking tour of Ghent over St. Michaels' Bridge to Belfry Tower
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 45
- Travel time:
- 01:15
- Time at site:
- 00:45
- Inside visit:
- No
- Air conditioned:
- No
- Walking distance:
- 1500
- Steps:
- 5
- Wheelchair accessible:
- No
- Restroom available:
- Yes
- Shopping available:
- No
- Photo/video restrictions:
- No
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes
Belgian Chocolate-Making Demonstration
- Transport type:
- Walking
- Time at site:
- 00:45
- Free time at site:
- 20
- Inside visit:
- Yes
- Air conditioned:
- Yes
- Walking distance:
- 200
- Steps:
- 15
- Wheelchair accessible:
- No
- Restroom available:
- No
- Shopping available:
- Yes
- Photo/video restrictions:
- No
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes
Free time for shopping
- Transport type:
- Walking
- Travel time:
- 00:15
- Time at site:
- 01:00
- Free time at site:
- 45
- Inside visit:
- No
- Air conditioned:
- No
- Walking distance:
- 800
- Wheelchair accessible:
- No
- Restroom available:
- No
- Shopping available:
- Yes
- Photo/video restrictions:
- No
- Photo/video opportunity:
- Yes
Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship
- Transport type:
- Air Conditioned Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 45
- Travel time:
- 01:00
- Air conditioned:
- Yes
- Steps:
- 5
- Wheelchair accessible:
- No
- Restroom available:
- No
- Shopping available:
- No
- Photo/video restrictions:
- No
- Photo/video opportunity:
- No