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Private Bruges Full-Day Shore Excursion with Canal Cruise

A bespoke, fully private day in medieval Bruges with a vetted local guide, gliding along the mirror-still canals before exploring cobbled lanes, hidden almshouses and grand squares at your own pace.

What to expect

Your private, English-speaking guide meets you dockside and whisks your group directly into Bruges in a premium vehicle. Morning is spent wandering the Markt, Burg Square and the Begijnhof before a leisurely open-top canal boat glides beneath weeping willows and medieval bridges. Afternoons can be shaped around chocolate ateliers, a Belfry Tower climb or a quiet terrace tasting local Trappist ales — entirely on your terms. Your guide manages every minute against your ship's all-aboard time so you never feel rushed.

Book it with
Vexperio Private Shore Excursions
From EUR 299 per group (private vehicle + guide; final price depends on group size and add-ons)
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Good to know

Book direct via Vexperio's website and specify your ship's all-aboard time at checkout. Bruges is roughly 15–20 minutes from the port by private car. Pre-book the canal cruise add-on when reserving, as afternoon slots fill fast in summer.

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