Overview

Belgium has given the world some of Europe’s most important artistic movements. In Ghent and Bruges, the Northern Renaissance flourished with the genius of the Van Eyck brothers and Hans Memling, whose altarpieces revolutionized the use of oil paint and detail. In Antwerp, the Baroque reached dazzling heights with Peter Paul Rubens, whose dynamic canvases embodied the drama and power of 17th-century art. In Brussels, the 20th century saw the rise of Surrealism, with René Magritte redefining how we see reality itself.

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Key Information:

This journey brings these movements to life through their masterpieces and the cities that nurtured them. Along the way, you’ll also discover Belgium’s architectural treasures, from Art Nouveau townhouses in Brussels to the medieval canals of Bruges, staying in landmark hotels that echo the country’s history.


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ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Day & Date Destination Experiences Overnight
Day 1 – Mon, 22 Jun 2026 Brussels – Arrival in Brussels
– Welcome Dinner Hotel Amigo
Day 2 – Tue, 23 Jun 2026 Brussels – City Tour in Brussels City Center & Art Nouveau
– Royal Fine Arts in Brussels – Magritte Museum Hotel Amigo
Day 3 – Wed, 24 Jun 2026 Brussels → Ghent – Morning Art Nouveau
– Transfer to Ghent Pillows Ghent
Day 4 – Thu, 25 Jun 2026 Ghent – Explore Ghent
– St. Bavo’s Cathedral
– MSK (Museum of Fine Arts) Pillows Ghent
Day 5 – Fri, 26 Jun 2026 Bruges → Antwerp – Day trip to Bruges
– Transfer to Antwerp Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp
Day 6 – Sat, 27 Jun 2026 Antwerp – City Tour Antwerp
– KMSKA (Royal Museum of Fine Arts of Antwerp) Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp
Day 7 – Sun, 28 Jun 2026 Antwerp – Day at leisure
– Farewell Dinner Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp
Day 8 – Mon, 29 Jun 2026 Antwerp → Brussels/Amsterdam – Departure transfer (Brussels 1h or Amsterdam 2h by car)

WHERE YOU'LL STAY: OUR HAND-PICK CHOICES

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Hotel Amigo, Brussels: Part of Rocco Forte Hotels and the Leading Hotels of the World (LHW), Amigo is located steps from the Grand Place. Combining heritage with contemporary style, it is Brussels’ most refined address for travelers seeking culture and comfort.

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Pillows Grand Boutique Hotel Reylof, Ghent: An 18th-century townhouse reimagined as a boutique property and part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Pillows Ghent offers an elegant base close to St. Bavo’s Cathedral and the city’s canals.

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Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp: A former 15th-century monastery transformed into Antwerp’s first five-star superior property, the Botanic Sanctuary is a proud member of the Leading Hotels of the World. Just steps from the city’s botanical garden, it combines heritage with wellness, offering Michelin-starred dining, a world-class spa, and interiors that balance serenity with contemporary luxury.


WHAT MAKES THIS ITINERARY SPECIAL

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Encounter Belgium’s Greatest Masterpieces: Stand before Van Eyck’s Mystic Lamb in Ghent, admire Rubens’ Baroque altarpieces in Antwerp, and explore Magritte’s Surrealism in Brussels. Seeing these works in their original settings creates an experience no other destination can match.

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Unlock Hidden Stories With Experts: Every visit is guided by curators and art historians who reveal the secrets behind the masterpieces — how Rubens built an international workshop, how the Mystic Lamb was rescued and restored, and how Magritte transformed everyday objects into icons.

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Discover Four Cities, Each With Its Own Character: Brussels dazzles with Art Nouveau façades, Ghent inspires with medieval spirit, Bruges enchants with canals and Gothic towers, and Antwerp thrives as a hub of diamonds, fashion, and creativity. Together, they tell Belgium’s cultural story in full.

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Travel Seamlessly, Stay in Style: Luxury is built in — Hotel Amigo, Pillows Ghent, and Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp (LHW). With private transfers, curated pacing, and time at leisure, the journey feels effortless while offering space for discovery and relaxation.