Weekend in Ghent with guided tour from US$434

price per person From

US$476

US$434

Based on 2 adults

(US$868 Total Price )

Created: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 - Departure: Thursday, August 20, 2026

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About the destination

Spiritual bulwark of Flanders, second Belgian port and major industrial centre, Ghent is also a university city that has a feeling of vitality. Built at the confluence of the Leie and the Scheldt, the city is crisscrossed by numerous canals and waterways. Hometown of Charles V, Ghent is full of history and monuments, and old neighbourhoods and docks are full of poetry. The lighting makes a simple evening stroll into something extraordinary. Gravensteen, meaning castle of the counts in Flemish, is an impressive sight. Built in 1180 by Philippe d’Alsace, count of Flanders, Gravensteen Castle is a worthwhile visit for anyone who enjoys history. Featuring walls that measure two meters thick, Gravensteen includes a torture museum, showcasing various torture methods that were once used at the castle. The Gravensteen Castle is located on the eastern bank of the river Leie, right in the heat of Gent's historic city centre. The impressive gothic cathedral is one of the landmarks of the city. Saint Bavo’s Cathedral is a beautiful structure with so many things to see inside that you should think of it as a visit to a museum. The tower rising up in front is impressive, one of the three tower that dominates the city centre, the others belong to Belfort and St. Nickolas church. The cathedral houses the famous altarpiece painting, the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb. The Belfry Tower, Belford, was erected in 1380 as a symbol of the self-governed and independent city of Gent. It was later also used as a treasury and watch tower. The Belfry is one of the three towers, which dominate the skyline of the historic city centre. The Brabant Gothic style tower is 91 metres tall and can be climbed for panoramic views. The third tower that dominate the skyline belongs to St. Nicholas' Church. The church was constructed in the 13th century and is the best example of Scheldt Gothic in Belgium. One of the oldest churches of the city it stands right in the heart of Ghent. Beautifully classical, Ghent is a compact, authentic city where the past and present co-exist in perfect balance.

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20 Aug

Departure transport

Departure

09:55

Bergamo Orio Al Serio (BGY)

1h 35m

11:30

Brussels South / Charleroi (CRL)

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Transport: FR3659

Cabin Class: Economy

20 Aug

Accommodation

3 Nights

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Aparthotel Castelnou

8.9

Very good

3015

Ghent - At 0.4 km from the centreWITH BREAKFASTKasteellaan 51, Ghent 9000

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (Triple Use) , 3 Twin Beds

With a stay at Aparthotel Castelnou in Ghent (St. Macharius), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Ghent Christmas Market and Ghent Town Hall. This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Saint Bavo Cathedral and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Belfry of Ghent.

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this hotel include tour/ticket assistance, a banquet hall, and bike storage.

Make yourself at home in one of the 49 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and espresso makers. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 32-inch LED televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers.

Satisfy your appetite at Dali Restaurant, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Ghent? This hotel has 230 square feet (21 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

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