Boat Trip Ghent: river cruise ‘De Gentse Barge’

Visit the Belgian coast by historical coastal tram and go back in time, all the way to the Belle Epoque (1870 – 1914). This was a time when Europe’s middle class prospered and tourism became increasingly important. Several of the grandest buildings in the coastal towns of Blankenberge and De Haan have been restored and now offer a glimpse into that carefree and festive Belle Epoque era. This excursion can be either a morning or an afternoon programme, and we can optionally add a transfer, extended visit, lunch or dinner. Visit the Belgian coast Minimum number of participants: XX Maximum number of participants: XX ENQUIRE TODAY Visit Blankenberge We’ll show you what life was like, over a century ago… After your half-hour historical tram ride we’ll stop at the seaside resort of Blankenberge where we’ll visit the Belle Epoque Centre, housed in three stately homes (of 1894) that have been lovingly restored. There’s an interactive exhibition, nostalgically documenting the...

Minimum number of participants: XX Maximum number of participants: XX ENQUIRE TODAY Delvaux and Ensor: learn about their influence on Belgian modern art Leaving from the tram depot in De Panne, a historical coastal tram will take us to Koksijde to visit the Paul Delvaux Museum. You will be able to immerse yourself in the life of this world-famous surrealist painter (1897 – 1994). Not only do they show the largest collection anywhere of his work, but you’ll find many of his personal belongings as well. Delvaux admired women, trains and railway stations and the museum shows many of his model trains and artefacts. In Ostend we’ll visit the James Ensor house (1860 – 1949), where we’ll find an evocative exhibit of this major innovator of modern art in Belgium. Visit Nieuwpoort The coastal tram will take us to the fishing port town of Nieuwpoort, known for the King Albert I monument and its locks that played an important role during WWI. Ostend and De Haan: maritime sights and...

and get a taste of Belgian seafood Have you ever heard of shrimp fishing by horse… probably not? We’ll explain! Would you like to try locally caught and prepared seafood? Then this is the tour for you. We’ll travel by coach and visit the Flanders coast. The full-day Belgian Coast Day Trip also includes several war memorial sites and Belle Epoque architecture. Belgian Coast Day Trip Minimum number of participants: XX Maximum number of participants: XX ENQUIRE TODAY Experience Belgian seafood About that shrimp fishing by horse: the Belgian coastal village of Oostduinkerke is famous for this ancient tradition and you’ll find this folkloric activity only here. Don’t worry, we’ll explain to you in full detail! You’ll also get to taste this fresh North Sea shrimp and it will be served with a regional Rodenbach beer. Servings of the famous Belgian mussels, oysters (Ostendaise), tureen of fish and North Sea fish soup will all be on the menu. Historic sights as well… The Belgian...

About the Tour by historical 2CV car through the Lys area Departure/end: Castle of Ooidonk (Sint Martens-Leerne/Deinze). Concept Teams of 4 people will drive a 2CV car through the idyllic landscape of the Lys region. We follow a track along peaceful roads and touristic attractions including nice, funny stops and light teambuilding challenges. We start or end our day having lunch or dinner (if you choose to start with a lunch, no alcoholic drinks will be served). This activity is for all ages, motivates and is team-oriented, is weather dependent and guarantees fun and lots of unforgettable moments. Program of the activity Welcome, briefing and explanation regarding the technique and security of the car. This briefing is given by our tour leaders who stay with the group during the entire day. Assembling of the teams (4 people per car), departure of the participants (one by one) – participants drive themselves (driving license is compulsory) With a road book in hand, everyone will...