Glide along Ghent's luminous medieval waterways on a private canal boat, then continue on foot through cobbled guild-house lanes with an expert local guide — the definitive Ghent experience, entirely at your pace.
What to expect
Board your private wooden canal boat at the Graslei quay, where your bilingual guide narrates the city's Flemish trading empire as you drift past the iconic guild façades reflected in the water. After disembarking, the walking portion winds through the Patershol quarter's medieval lanes, past Saint Nicholas' Church, the towering Belfry, and into the convivial Friday Market square. The guide shares insider knowledge of hidden courtyards and beguinage gardens that most visitors never find. The tour finishes with a recommendation for the finest Belgian beer café in the neighbourhood.
Good to know
Boat departures from Graslei quay run approximately every 20 minutes; private charters require advance booking. The walk covers roughly 3 km on uneven cobblestones — flat shoes strongly advised. Ghent is 25–30 minutes from the cruise terminal by taxi.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Gent — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.