BRUGES Private Guided Day Tour From Paris With Canal Cruise

13 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 5 more

Bruges, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the perfect destination for a one-day escape from Paris. Travel in comfort from your hotel in an air-conditioned minivan privatized for your group and enjoy the company of a knowledgeable and friendly multilingual Guide.

Step into a medieval dream of cobblestone streets, gabled houses and quiet canals, Guided by a professional guide who reveals centuries of history, legends and hidden corners.

Enhance your visit with a canal cruise, offering the best views of Bruges’ iconic facades. During the winter, the cruise is replaced by a visit of the gothic town hall style.

Enjoy a precious free time to taste Belgian specialties – mussels, fries, waffles, chocolate and local beers – shop for handmade lace and fine chocolates, or simply soak up the unique charm of one of Europe’s most picturesque cities.

In winter, Bruges turns into a true Christmas postcard, with markets, lights that make this day feel both magical and unforgettable.

What's Included

Private transportation
Generous amount of free time to explore, eat and shop
A canal cruise offering the best views of Bruges’ historic facades (from April to November)
Private Guided Visit by Foot of the Historical Center with your multilingual guide
Bottled water
Round Trip in an Air-Conditioned Van privatized for you and your group
Pick Up and Drop Off at your hotel or private stay in Paris City Center
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick you up in all hotels and private residences within Paris city limits.

Itinerary

Duration: 13 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Historic Centre of Brugge

    After a safe and scenic private drive from your hotel or private residence in Paris to northern Belgium, you’ll arrive in the medieval center of Bruges, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its canals, cobbled streets and beautifully preserved Flemish facades. Follow your multilingual Guide on a private walking tour through the old town before enjoying free time to explore on your own, have lunch and discover the city at your own pace.

    5 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Bruges Art Route

    Enjoy a canal cruise, offering the best views of Bruges’ medieval facades and most iconic photo spots (every day from April to November). In winter, the cruise is replaced by a visit to the Gothic Hall of the Town Hall, and the city transforms into a magical setting with Christmas lights, markets and festive decorations.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    The Markt

    Visit Market Square, the lively heart of Bruges, lined with colorful guild houses, cafés and bustling terraces. It’s one of the best places to feel the city’s everyday rhythm, from passing locals and visitors to horse-drawn carriages and open-air cafés.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Belfry of Bruges

    Then turn your eyes to the Belfry, the tower that dominates the square and once served as Bruges’ main watchtower and symbol of power. Your Private Guide will point out its key features and share stories about its role in medieval life, as well as show you where to find some of the most famous fry stands (frietkoten) if you’d like to try authentic Belgian fries.

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaarde

    A peaceful complex of whitewashed houses and a quiet green courtyard founded in 1245. Once home to Beguines – independent laywomen who lived a devout but unmarried life – it is now inhabited by Benedictine nuns and a few Bruges women. Your Guide will explain the history of the beguinage and why it is part of UNESCO’s protected heritage. It’s an oasis of calm just a short walk from the canals and one of the most atmospheric places in Bruges.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Quai du Rosaire / Rozenhoedkaai

    Stop at Rozenhoedkaai, one of the most photographed viewpoints in Bruges, where canals, facades, trees and bridges form a perfect postcard scene. From here you can really understand why Bruges is called the “Venice of the North.”

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Minnewater Lake

    Then continue towards the Lake of Love (Minnewater), a romantic lake with swans and historic buildings that once formed the old harbor of medieval Bruges. Both spots are ideal moments for photos and for simply soaking up the city’s atmosphere before or after your free time.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by France Tourisme

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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