This year we are headed to the Diamond Capital of Europe; Antwerp. We are staying directly in Old Town to catch the final weekend of Christkindlmarkt. From there, a return to an old favorite; Ghent! A mix of medieval and modern, we are steps away from St. Baaf’s Cathedral, home of Van Eycks “Adoration of the Lamb” and a short walk from The Belfort.

Included will be five or six brewery tours, including Trappist Monastery La Trappe and Van Steenberg, and a day trip to UNESCO Heritage City Brugge, and two days off to enjoy your own adventure

All of this hosted by Stacey and Derek Edinger co-owners of Brewery Ardennes, our favorite craft brewery in the Finger Lakes!

With four-star accommodations, incredible breakfasts, walking tours of all the cities we visit, you are guaranteed a great time with fun and convivial group of fellow travelers.

Price includes roundtrip airfare from Rochester or Syracuse to and from Brussels, four-star accommodations at Hilton Antwerp Old Town and IBIS Ghent St Baaf’s Kathedral, great breakfasts, private motorcoach transfers on Bustronomie, guided tours of all the breweries and walking tours of Antwerp, Ghent, and Brugge! Don’t forget the pre-trip orientation at Brewery Ardennes in November!

Again the memories and friendships will last a lifetime, or at least until we go again in 2026!

Happy Sherpa Travel Co. - BA Belgium 2025 Itinerary **Subject to Change**

DAY ONE - Thursday January 2

Ring in the New Year by hopping on a jet from ROC/SYR to BRU via DC (IAD)

DAY TWO - Friday January 3

Arrive in Brussels at 7:15 AM. We hop on our Coach with David and head to Antwerp. After we drop off our bags and grab breakfast in Old Town, we have a walking tour of Antwerp.

Afterwards we might visit Stefan at Billi’s Beer Kafeteria and meet George! Night on own in Antwerp.

Staying at Hilton Antwerp Old Town

DAY THREE - Saturday January 4

Breakfast at hotel. 9:00 AM we are off to visit La Trappe. The only Trappist Monastery that allows tours is ours to visit. After we grab some lunch at La Trappe we are off to possibly Zundert. We will be enjoying a meal on Bustronomie on our way back to Antwerp!

After Zundert we head back to the hotel for a night on your own in Antwerp. Staying at Hilton Antwerp Old Town.

DAY FOUR - Sunday January 5

Breakfast at hotel. A day on your own to take in the sights and sounds in The Diamond Capital of Europe! Great restaurants, bars, museums and cathedrals! Last day of the Christkindlmarkt, so grab a gluhwein! Tons to do and see.

If that’s not enough, we are a short train ride from Amsterdam and Brussels, if you’re feeling adventurous! If you’re not getting enough beer, De Konick is in town as well!

Staying at Hilton Antwerp Old Town

DAY FIVE - Monday January 6

Breakfast at hotel. 9:00 AM We say goodbye to Antwerp and hello to Ghent! After we drop our bags off at the hotel, we are off for a walking tour of Ghent. We might enjoy a beer break at Artvelde during the tour, and after the tour you are welcome to join us at Oost for lunch. Return to check in at the hotel and then we walk over for a tour and tasting at Dok Brewery in Ghent.

Afterwards, a night on your own in Ghent. Staying at the IBIS Ghent St Baaf’s Kathedral.

DAY SIX - Tuesday January 7

Breakfast at hotel. 9:00 AM off we go for our Ghent Brewery tour day. Van Steenberge and DeLandtsheer are currently on the docket!

Back by 4:30-5:00. Staying at the IBIS Ghent St Baaf’s Kathedral.

DAY SEVEN - Wednesday January 8

Breakfast at hotel. 9:00 AM we are off to Bruges! A walking tour after we arrive and then enjoy the day in one of Europe’s most beautiful medieval cities! Take in the canals and stunning architecture in a setting with multiple excellent restaurants, bars and breweries. Chocolate galore!

At 5:30 PM we take the Coach back to Ghent for dinner. Feel free to stay in Bruges and take the train back to Ghent! Staying at the IBIS Ghent St Baaf’s Kathedral.

DAY EIGHT - Thursday January 9th

Breakfast at hotel. A free day in Ghent! Take in the sights and sounds of Ghent on your last full day in Belgium. Check your recommendation list for great places to visit.

Staying at the IBIS Ghent St Baaf’s Kathedral.

DAY NINE - Friday January 10

6:00 AM breakfast at hotel! 7:00 AM back on the coach to take us to BRU.

Flights are going to be arriving home around 5 to get you home for dinner!

Sounds fun right?

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Price based on Double Occupancy, Single supplements are available for an additional $400.

After full payment, any potential for cancellation reimbursement is subject to the trip re-filling to its maximum 45 people per coach, and subject to change fees at the minimum.

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