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Bruges • Gay Friendly Tour & Canals' Secrets  • Gay or Lesbian Friendly Tour Guide and/or Driver • Every Entrance Fee or Tasting described in the program

Bruges is a city to fall in love with! And the good news is that “The Venice of the North”, one of the most visited medieval cities in Europe, is easily accessible on foot! Well preserved cobbled lanes and picturesque canals, photogenic market squares lined with majestic towers, historic churches and old almshouses. Explore its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, discover its charm and see its major historic attractions on a 2-hour guided tour. You will learn about: History and origins of the city Legends and myths of Bruges Importance as a Hanseatic City Treasures of Church of Our Lady, including the tomb of Charles the Bold, last Valois Duke of Burgundy and sculpture of the Madonna and Child created by Michelangelo Cultural scene of the city

During your cruise stop you can take the time to discover how medieval architecture and a vibrant student life go hand in hand. The cruise port of Antwerp is about one hour away from Ghent. The city is both historic and contemporary; it is crossed by two rivers and a number of canals on which 30 minutes city cruises are offered. Apart from the one thousand year old Castle of the Counts, Ghent renovated its squares and main buildings in preparation of a universal exhibition which was organised in 1913. During the walking tour with your private guide, you discover the beauty and history of the picturesque streets and canals.

Delve deep into World War II history and gain insight into the sacrifices made on this full-day tour of Northern France’s WWII battle sites from Bruges. Explore France’s Opale Coast and gaze out toward England from the Atlantic Wall near Cap Griz Nez. You'll also see one of Northern France's biggest bunkers in Eperlecques. Another highlight is seeing a V1 launching site—Bois des Huit Rues. Take the stress out of navigating by having transport in an air-conditioned minivan included.

This tour is for guests that want to start their battlefield tour of Ypres from towns and cities further afield, for ex Bruges, Ghent, Kortijk, Dunkirk, Lille, Arras A unique 1 to 1 private tour, With all the stops added together we cover 53 miles / 90 KM's of battlefield sites and memorials This tour covers the Ypres Salient from Messines to Passchendaele spanning 1914 to 1918, we follow the Australian/Canadian/New Zealand/ South African/ British soldiers as they attacked towards Passchendaele in 1917, if you have ancestors that fell in the battle I will tailor the tour where possible to include them Last Post Ceremony at 20.00 hrs then return to Brugse hotel Minimum x2 guests Max x5 Not a private tour but small group size max 5

See Bruges main sites and lesser known ones at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Discover where sayings like “piss-poor” originate from and why pigs were banned from the city’s streets in the middle ages • Hear from producer Nicolas Vanlanduy, whose passion for storytelling and history inspired him to lead guided tours and create this VoiceMap tour • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. What happened in the “Lake of Love”? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What is the love story of beautiful sailor’s daughter Minna and her star-crossed lover, the young warrior Stromberg? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special times brings magic in Brugge. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places in Brugge. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere, which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will hear miraculous Christmas legends about Brugge. You will visit the Christmas market What makes it so popular? What local products must taste at Christmas? Fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Brugge.