Belgium, Brussel, Belgium
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/per person on twin sharingWelcome to Belgium. Arrive at Brussels airport and make your own way to the train station to board your train to Antwerp Central Station. The locals call Antwerp’s Central Station the “Railway Cathedral” and is counted amongst the most prestigious stations in the world. On arrival at Antwerp, make your own way to the hotel. You have the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city on your own. Overnight in Antwerp.
This morning after breakfast, proceed to the departure point on own for private tour of highlights & history of Antwerp. Within 2 hours you will explore the main sights of the city while taking in history, legends and lots of interesting fact. Visit the Grote Markt square which is the heart of Antwerp. It is filled with gorgeous medieval guild houses, the City Hall and the Brabo Fountain in the middle. Here the guide will share the history and legends behind the square and its monuments. Visit Hendrik Conscience Statue. Named after the Flemish writer Hendrik Conscience, this atmospheric square truly is an architectural and intellectual treasure. It hosts an impressive baroque church and the old city library. Visit the Rubens House - former home and workshop of the famous Baroque painter Peter Paul Rubens. Overnight in Antwerp.
This morning after breakfast, make your own way to Antwerp train station to board your train to Brussels. On arrival in Brussels, make your own way to hotel. Later enjoy the sights & sounds of this city with a hop on hop off tour. The coach passes all the main sights in the city, including St. Michael Cathedral, the Congress Column, the Atomium, Grand Place, Palace of Justice, the Royal Museum of Art and History and the Royal Palace, so you'll be able to see as much as you like in your own time. Overnight in Brussels.
Note: The bus departs every 30 minutes between 10.00 hrs – 18:00 hours.
This morning after breakfast, make your own way to Mini Europe, located at the foot of the Atomium, Mini-Europe is the only park where you can tour around Europe in a few short hours. Stroll amid the typical ambiance of the most beautiful towns of the Old Continent. The incomparable chimes of Big Ben welcome you to the heart of London. The gondolas and mandolins will invite you to discover the charms of Venice. Follow the T.G.V. from Paris to the other end of France. You can make the models work yourself: the eruption of Vesuvius, the fall of the Berlin Wall, the bullfight in Seville and many more. In total see 300 models and sites in a quite unequalled craftsmanship. Overnight in Brussels.
Today you will learn how to make chocolate yourself through a fun workshop. Learn how to make your own chocolate creations. Enjoy tastings at the best chocolates shops. Venture past the best sights of Brussels. You'll walk past the historical heart of the city and see some old craft or trade houses of Brussels. Your guide will point out Jeanneke Pis statue - modern fountain sculpture, which is not as famous as the Manneken Pis, but worth seeing. Also see the most valuable cultural landmark of Brussels, the Sainte-Catherine Catholic Church. Built in the 15th century, the church is a mixture of different styles. Overnight in Brussels.
After breakfast it’s time to check out. Proceed to the airport on your own for your onward flight or flight back home. Holiday Concludes! Let’s stay in touch on Facebook/email and meet again on another memorable Holiday. See you soon!