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The Trip

This ultimate Belgian beer vacation actually starts in the Netherlands, where you'll spend your first two days exploring the canals of Amsterdam and tasting traditional Dutch eats in the city's famous Jordaan district. Not to worry, it's all beer from here. Just a short train trip from Amsterdam, you'll arrive in Brussels, the Belgian (and European) capital, for three insightful visits to both modern and classic Belgian breweries, as well as a chocolate tasting experience and workshop. Another short train ride in this tiny country brings you to Ghent for more local beer experiences and a stop at the Hop Museum in Poperinge. After Ghent, it's on to the remarkable city of Bruges, known for its beautiful architecture and historic canals. Here you'll enjoy a private history and culture tour along with an in-depth experience at Bruges' most famous brewery. It's the definitive beer trip for all lovers of Belgian brew.

The Details

​Price:
  • From $3,142 per person
Duration​:
  • 10 nights, 11 days
Inclusions:
  • Highly-rated boutique hotels
  • Transportation within Europe
  • Private & small-group experiences
  • Curated country mini-guides
  • Trip preparation & support

​​The Itinerary

Amsterdam
  • Day 1: After arriving in Amsterdam, one of the world's most unique cities, check-in to your luxurious boutique hotel (see below) and take the rest the day to explore the beautiful canals and bicycle-filled streets.
  • ​Day 2: Wake up from a good night's rest and enjoy a tasty breakfast at your hotel. Spend the morning in one of the city's beautiful parks before heading to the trendy and culturally rich Jordaan district, where you'll go on an insightful and delicious local food tour.

Brussels
  • Day 3: In the early afternoon, take off for Brussels on the high-speed rail journey of just over 2 hours. After checking in to your hotel, you'll visit the Brussels Beer Project for a "flash tour" (15 minutes) and flight of their most recent brews. End your day with a beer at Grote Markt aka Grand Palace (the city's central square) while soaking up this historical location.
  • Day 4: Explore the city in the morning, then it's off to the Belgian countryside for a visit to the classic Belgian brewery, Duvel, for their "Luxury" package, where you'll be welcomed by the beer sommelier, enjoy a brewery tour, a pairing of 4 cheeses and 4 beers, and leave with a gift! 
  • Day 5: Today is packed full of two of the world's best things, chocolate and beer. First, you'll tour the best Belgian chocolatiers before taking a chocolate-making workshop. Next up is Brasserie Cantillon, for a tour and tasting of their unique lambic beers.

Ghent
  • Day 6: After a relaxing morning, jump on the short and easy train from Brussels to unique university city of Ghent. Check in to your hotel and take the afternoon to stroll the streets and explore the canals.
  • Day 7: Today, it’s back to beer with a Belgian beer tour of Ghent where you’ll discover the best of the local brews while learning more about the city.
  • Day 8: Time for a history lesson! A train trip to the northeastern town of Poperinge, along the French border, brings you to the Hop Museum where you’ll uncover the evolution of hops in Belgian beer and do a little tasting too.

Bruges
  • Day 9: A super quick train ride brings you to the charming, historic town of Bruges. Check in to your hotel and then head out to explore. Known for its incredible canals, a private history and culture experience with a local guide will help you uncover all of the city’s secrets.
  • Day 10:​​ It’s time for your final brewery experience, with a visit to the renowned De Haalve Man Brewery for an “XL” tour and tasting, offering an in-depth view of the brewing process with plenty of tastings.
  • ​Day 11: It's your final day in Belgium and the final day of the trip. Choose to extend the trip or head back home. It's up to you!

Pricing & Inclusions

Inclusions
  • 2 hotel nights in Amsterdam
  • 3 hotel nights in Brussels
  • 3 hotel nights in Ghent
  • 2 hotel nights in Bruges
  • All transportation (trains & private transfers) between itinerary destinations
  • ​Jordaan district foodie experience in Amsterdam
  • Flash tour and tasting at the Brussels Beer Project in Brussel
  • Belgian chocolate tasting and workshop in Brussels
  • Lambic tour & tasting at Brasserie Cantillon in Brussels
  • The "Luxury" experience and tasting at Duvel Moortgat Brewery
  • Local Belgian beer tasting tour in Ghent
  • A trip to the Hop Museum in Poperinge
  • Private local history and culture experience in Bruges
  • The "XL" experience and tasting at De Haalve Man Brewery in Bruges
  • Curated Netherlands & Belgium mini-guides
  • Trip preparation & support

Exclusions
  • International flights to Europe​
  • Meals & activities not listed above
  • ​Travel insurance

Pricing
  • Boutique hotels
    • From $3,142 per person
  • Luxury boutique hotels
    • From $3,497 per person
  • ​​Pricing for Cohica Designed Trips is based on double occupancy and may vary depending on travel dates and total number of travelers.
  • This Designed Trip offers the flexibility to omit activities or destinations (ask us for details).

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This Designed Trip was developed based on our personal travels, with local contacts, favorite hotels and authentic activities we've experienced first-hand.
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FAQs

WHAT IS A DESIGNED TRIP?
A Designed Trip is a pre-designed travel plan based on our personal, first-hand travel experiences in each destination. As they are pre-designed, our Designed Trips have been created as a turnkey travel option and can be booked and delivered in as little as one week. ​
​CAN I MAKE ANY CHANGES TO A DESIGNED TRIP?
Absolutely! Pre-designed doesn’t mean there isn’t any flexibility. Whether you want to shorten or lengthen your trip, switch out a destination or change an activity, let us know. If, however, you want a trip built around your specific desires, a Custom Trip might be more appropriate. We can help you decide, so get in touch.
HOW LONG DOES THE PROCESS TAKE?
Once you’ve selected your Designed Trip and chosen between a Boutique, Luxury Boutique or Luxury experience, your trip can be booked and delivered in as little as one week. If you would like to make some changes to your trip, such as including an alternative activity, shortening or lengthening your trip, then this can take a bit longer.
HOW DO I KNOW HOW MUCH MY DESIGNED TRIP WILL COST?
Once you have decided on your Designed Trip, your dates, and any adjustments we will provide a personalized itinerary and pricing for your trip. We have included base pricing on each Designed Trip page to give you an idea as to what the final cost might be, but prices can fluctuate depending on time of year and any personalization. Get in touch and we can help.
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