Bruges River Cruises: 3 Sailings to Choose From

1.Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,759 reviews · from $41Our pick

Walk Bruges with a live English, French, or Spanish-speaking guide, visiting the Beguinage, Burg Square, Markt, canals, and major medieval sights. Finish with a 30-minute boat ride and, on English tours, an optional tasting of four Belgian beers. Guides such as Maria and JK are praised for humor, clear explanations, and useful local tips.

“Guiliana was a brilliant guide, informative and funny. It was so good to know the history when we retraced our steps later in the day. The boat trip was a lovely way to finish the guided tour,definitely recommend!”

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2.Day trip to Bruges from Paris with canal cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 81 reviews · 13 hours · from $159

Travel from Paris to Bruges in a small group of up to eight, with an English, French, or Spanish-speaking guide such as Jean Baptiste, Roland, or Serge. See the Belfry, Grand Place, Burg Square, Beguinage, and Lake of Love, then enjoy free time, Belgian specialties, and a canal cruise from April to November.

“Our guide was Jean Bapthiste, a good driver and excellent asset for visiting Brugges. As requested tour was in Spanish. Pick up on time in a 8 passenger mini SUV. Jean made stop into gas station to use toilets or buy snacks. It was a very cold day with rain and snow walking tour. The boat activity was closed due to weather. However we followed his dinner recommendations, and he nailed it!! Food, waffles and chocolates from the best places. Loved and enjoyed Christmas season in Brugges!!”

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3.Bruges Tour with Canal Cruise from Zeebrugge Cruise Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 78 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $82

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle from Zeebrugge to Bruges for a guided walk past the Belfry, Burg Square, canals, Beguinage, and Minnewater Lake. Add a 45-minute canal cruise and free time for waffles, shopping, and photos. Guides including Veronique, Daniel, Sharene, and Maryjane lead the tour.

“Great tour with beautiful views and scenery! Lots of great information. LOTS OF WALKING! Some in our group struggled to keep up.”

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