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Day 1: Arrival in Bruges

Morning

  • Arrive at Brussels Airport (BRU) or Ghent Airport (GHG)
  • Take the train or bus from the airport to Bruges (approximately 2 hours journey)

Afternoon

  • Belfry Tower: Start your day with a visit to the iconic Belfry Tower, which offers breathtaking views of the city
    • Address: Markt 14, 8000 Brugge
    • Opening Hours: 9am - 5pm (April to September), 10am - 4pm (October to March)
  • Medieval Bruges: Explore the charming medieval streets and canals of Bruges

Evening

  • Dinner: Try some traditional Belgian cuisine at ‘De Karmeliet’ restaurant
    • Address: Langestraat 13, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: Moderate ($20-$40 per person)
  • Accommodation: Check-in to the luxurious ‘Hotel Heritage - Relais & Châteaux’
    • Address: Eiermarkt 8, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: High-end ($200-$300 per night)

Day 2: History and Culture

Morning

  • Burg Square: Visit the impressive Burg Square, which features the Basilica of the Holy Blood and the Hall of Liberty
    • Address: Burg 10, 8000 Brugge
    • Opening Hours: 9am - 5pm (April to September), 10am - 4pm (October to March)
  • Halsbury: Explore the beautiful Halsbury art center and museum

Afternoon

  • Gruuthuse Museum: Visit the fascinating Gruuthuse Museum, which showcases a collection of medieval and Renaissance art
    • Address: Wijnzakstraat 1, 8000 Brugge
    • Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (10am - 5pm)
  • Tea Time: Enjoy some traditional Belgian tea time at ‘The Old Mill’ cafe
    • Address: Langestraat 13, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: Moderate ($10-$20 per person)

Evening

  • Dinner: Try some delicious seafood at the popular ‘De Pannekoekenhuiske’ restaurant
    • Address: Dweersstraat 9, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: Moderate ($20-$40 per person)
  • Accommodation: Stay overnight at the cozy ‘Hotel Adagio’
    • Address: Wollestraat 39, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: Mid-range ($100-$200 per night)

Day 3: Outdoors and Nature

Morning

  • Domein Rijkevorsel: Visit the beautiful Domein Rijkevorsel park and castle
    • Address: Rijkevorselstraat, 8600 Oostkamp
    • Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (10am - 5pm)
  • Canal Walk: Take a leisurely walk along the picturesque canals of Bruges

Afternoon

  • Begijnhof: Explore the charming Begijnhof courtyard and its beautiful gardens
    • Address: Wijngaertstraat, 8000 Brugge
    • Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (10am - 5pm)
  • Wild Boar Farm: Visit the local wild boar farm and learn about these fascinating animals

Evening

  • Dinner: Enjoy some traditional Belgian cuisine at ‘De Karmeliet’ restaurant
    • Address: Langestraat 13, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: Moderate ($20-$40 per person)
  • Accommodation: Stay overnight at the luxurious ‘Hotel Heritage - Relais & Châteaux’
    • Address: Eiermarkt 8, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: High-end ($200-$300 per night)

Day 4: Shopping and Market

Morning

  • Market Square: Visit the bustling Market Square and its surrounding shops and stalls
    • Address: Markt 1, 8000 Brugge
    • Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (9am - 5pm)
  • Shops: Browse through the charming shops and boutiques of Bruges

Afternoon

  • Shopping Street: Explore the picturesque shopping street of ‘Zwartzstraat’
    • Address: Zwartzstraat, 8000 Brugge
    • Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (9am - 5pm)
  • Bruges Beer Experience: Visit the Bruges Beer Experience and learn about the history of beer-making in Bruges

Evening

  • Dinner: Try some delicious seafood at ‘De Pannekoekenhuiske’ restaurant
    • Address: Dweersstraat 9, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: Moderate ($20-$40 per person)
  • Accommodation: Stay overnight at the cozy ‘Hotel Adagio’
    • Address: Wollestraat 39, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: Mid-range ($100-$200 per night)

Day 5: More History and Culture

Morning

  • Burg Square: Visit the impressive Burg Square and its surrounding buildings
    • Address: Burg 10, 8000 Brugge
    • Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (9am - 5pm)
  • Medieval Museum: Explore the fascinating Medieval Museum
    • Address: Markt 1, 8000 Brugge
    • Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (9am - 5pm)

Afternoon

  • Gruuthuse Museum: Visit the beautiful Gruuthuse Museum and its surrounding gardens
    • Address: Wijnzakstraat 1, 8000 Brugge
    • Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (10am - 5pm)
  • Begijnhof: Explore the charming Begijnhof courtyard and its beautiful gardens
    • Address: Wijngaertstraat, 8000 Brugge
    • Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (10am - 5pm)

Evening

  • Dinner: Enjoy some traditional Belgian cuisine at ‘De Karmeliet’ restaurant
    • Address: Langestraat 13, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: Moderate ($20-$40 per person)
  • Accommodation: Stay overnight at the luxurious ‘Hotel Heritage - Relais & Châteaux’
    • Address: Eiermarkt 8, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: High-end ($200-$300 per night)

Day 6: More Outdoors and Nature

Morning

  • Domein Rijkevorsel: Visit the beautiful Domein Rijkevorsel park and castle
    • Address: Rijkevorselstraat, 8600 Oostkamp
    • Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday (10am - 5pm)
  • Canal Walk: Take a leisurely walk along the picturesque canals of Bruges

Afternoon

  • Wild Boar Farm: Visit the local wild boar farm and learn about these fascinating animals
  • Hiking Trail: Explore the beautiful hiking trail that surrounds Bruges

Evening

  • Dinner: Try some delicious seafood at ‘De Pannekoekenhuiske’ restaurant
    • Address: Dweersstraat 9, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: Moderate ($20-$40 per person)
  • Accommodation: Stay overnight at the cozy ‘Hotel Adagio’
    • Address: Wollestraat 39, 8000 Brugge
    • Price Range: Mid-range ($100-$200 per night)

Day 7: Departure

Morning

  • Spend some time shopping for souvenirs or exploring the city
  • Take a taxi or bus to the train station (approximately 10-15 minutes journey)
  • Catch your train back to Brussels Airport (BRU) or Ghent Airport (GHG)