Description
Belgian Beer History & Tasting with a sommelier
Tour code:
4.7
/5
(18 reviews)
Daytrip
Belgium
Start from:
Paris
End at:
Paris
Type tour:
Individual, Small Group with luxury minivan
Age range:
2 - 99 years
Languages:
English, French, Italian, Romanian
Payments:
Bank Transfer, Credit Card, Pay Pal
Highlight
Visit historic Brouwerij De Halve Maan in Bruges and discover how Belgian beer is made.
● Enjoy a brewery tour and Brugse Zot beer tasting.
● Experience a traditional Belgian lunch accompanied by selected Belgian beers.
● Discover the canals, medieval streets and historic charm of Bruges.
● Explore Belgium's celebrated beer culture at Belgian Beer World in Brussels.
● Finish the experience with another Belgian beer tasting overlooking Brussels.
● Discover two iconic Belgian cities and two different beer experiences in one day.
Discover the secrets of Belgian beer on a full-day private tour from Paris through Bruges and Brussels.
Travel comfortably to Bruges, one of Belgium's most beautiful medieval cities, and begin at Brouwerij De Halve Maan, the historic brewery behind the famous Brugse Zot beer.
Explore the brewery, discover the brewing process and learn about Belgium's centuriesold beer-making traditions before enjoying a tasting. Continue with a traditional Belgian lunch paired with selected Belgian beers, followed by a walk through Bruges' picturesque canals, medieval streets and historic squares.
The journey then continues to Brussels, where you'll visit Belgian Beer World, an immersive experience dedicated to Belgium's internationally celebrated brewing culture. Discover its history and craftsmanship through interactive exhibits before ending the visit with another Belgian beer tasting.
From historic breweries to modern beer culture, this is a day devoted to the flavors, traditions and stories that make Belgian beer famous around the world.
About tour
Discover Belgium’s legendary beer culture on a full-day journey from Paris, combining a historic brewery in Bruges, traditional Belgian cuisine, medieval streets and an immersive beer experience in Brussels.
Itinerary
Trip duration: 12h - 13h
1. Departure from Paris – Private Journey to Belgium
Location: Paris → Bruges | Duration: Approximately 3–3.5 hours
Begin your Belgian experience with convenient hotel pickup in Paris and travel north in a comfortable private vehicle toward Belgium.
Accompanied by your guide and sommelier, enjoy the journey through northern France while being introduced to the history, traditions, and distinctive styles that have made Belgian beer culture famous around the world.
2. Bruges – Brouwerij De Halve Maan
Location: Bruges | Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Arrive in beautiful Bruges and visit Brouwerij De Halve Maan, one of the city's best-known historic breweries. Discover the story behind the brewery and its famous Brugse Zot beers while learning about traditional brewing methods, ingredients, fermentation, and the evolution of Belgian brewing across generations. Your visit provides an authentic introduction to the craftsmanship that continues to define Belgium's exceptional beer heritage.
3. Belgian Brewery Beer Tasting
Location: Brouwerij De Halve Maan, Bruges
Complete your brewery experience with a tasting of one of De Halve Maan's signature Belgian beers. With guidance from your sommelier, discover the beer's aromas, flavors, texture, brewing style, and character while learning how to properly appreciate a traditional Belgian beer.
4. Traditional Belgian Lunch & Beer Tasting
Location: Bruges Historic Center | Duration: Approximately 1–1.5 hours
Enjoy a relaxed lunch in a traditional Belgian brasserie, where local specialties are paired with a selection of Belgian beers. Discover how different beer styles complement Belgian cuisine while your sommelier introduces you to the country's remarkable diversity of brewing traditions. This is an opportunity to experience Belgian beer not simply as a drink, but as an important part of the country's gastronomy, history, and art de vivre.
5. Bruges – Medieval Historic Center
Location: Bruges | Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Continue with a guided walk through the enchanting historic center of Bruges, one of Europe's most beautifully preserved medieval cities.
Explore picturesque canals, cobbled streets, elegant guild houses, medieval architecture, and lively historic squares while discovering the stories behind this remarkable Flemish city.
The combination of architecture, waterways, history, and local culture creates the distinctive atmosphere that has made Bruges one of Belgium's most celebrated destinations.
6. Journey from Bruges to Brussels
Location: Bruges → Brussels | Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours
Leave Bruges behind and continue toward Brussels, the vibrant Belgian capital. During the journey, learn more about Belgium's brewing regions, famous beer styles, Trappist traditions, lambic beers, abbey beers, and the extraordinary diversity that distinguishes Belgian brewing culture.
7. Brussels – Belgian Beer World
Location: Brussels | Duration: Approximately 1–1.5 hours
Enter the fascinating world of Belgian brewing at Belgian Beer World, an immersive experience dedicated to the history, craftsmanship, and diversity of Belgian beer.
Explore interactive exhibits highlighting ingredients, brewing techniques, Belgian beer styles, brewery traditions, and the cultural importance of beer throughout the country. Discover why Belgian beer culture has become internationally recognized and how centuries of tradition continue to influence modern brewing.
8. Belgian Beer World – Beer Tasting Experience
Location: Brussels
Conclude your Belgian Beer World visit with another carefully selected Belgian beer tasting. Enjoy the opportunity to compare different beer styles and deepen your understanding of Belgian brewing while taking in impressive views across Brussels. Your sommelier will help you recognize aromas, flavors, fermentation characteristics, and the distinctive profiles that make Belgian beers so unique.
9. Brussels – Historic City Center
Location: Brussels | Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Continue with a guided discovery of the historic heart of Brussels.
Walk through atmospheric streets and elegant squares while experiencing the architecture, culture, and vibrant character of the Belgian capital.
Depending on timing, discover landmarks around the historic center and enjoy some free time to browse Belgian chocolate shops, specialty beer boutiques, or local stores before beginning your return journey.
10. Return Transfer from Brussels to Paris
Location: Brussels → Paris | Duration: Approximately 3–3.5 hours
After a day dedicated to Belgian brewing heritage, gastronomy, and two of the country's most beautiful cities, relax aboard your comfortable vehicle for the journey back to France. Your experience concludes with hotel drop-off in Paris, after a memorable day combining historic breweries, expertly guided beer tastings, Belgian cuisine, medieval Bruges, and the cultural energy of Brussels. More than a tasting tour, this is a journey into the heart of Belgian beer culture, where centuries of craftsmanship, gastronomy, history, and tradition come together in one exceptional experience.
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Included
Tour already included
Round-trip transportation from Paris in a comfortable private vehicle
Private group experience exclusively for you and your party
Professional driver-guide throughout the journey
Admission to Brouwerij De Halve Maan, including the guided brewery tour
Belgian beer tasting at Brouwerij De Halve Maan
Guided walking tour of Bruges’ historic center, including its medieval streets, canals, and main landmarks
Admission to Belgian Beer World in Brussels
Belgian beer tasting at Belgian Beer World
Guided walking tour of Brussels city center, featuring its most iconic squares, historic streets, and landmarks
All transportation, scheduled visits, entrance tickets, and tastings listed above are included in the selected tour package unless otherwise stated.
Tour not included
Private Pick-up & Drop-off Extensions
Pick-up and drop-off outside the standard service area are not included in the tour price, but may be arranged as a bespoke service upon request.
Available locations include:
Versailles
Disneyland Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Greater Paris and surrounding areas
Brussels, Belgium – available for private groups
Lille, France – available for private groups
Strasbourg, France – available for private groups
Lyon, France – available for private groups
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg – available for private groups
Geneva and selected locations in Switzerland – available for private groups
Other cities across France, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Switzerland – available upon request for private groups
Our team can tailor the transfer arrangements according to your itinerary, group size, vehicle requirements, and preferred departure point.
Additional charges apply depending on the distance, location, vehicle category, and number of guests. For personalized arrangements and pricing, please contact our team in advance.
Dining & Meals
Breakfast is not included
Lunch is not included
Dinner is not included
To enhance your journey, our team will be delighted to recommend a carefully selected range of restaurants, local brasseries, gastronomic addresses, and authentic regional dining experiences along your itinerary.
Upon request, we can also assist with table reservations, taking into consideration your preferred cuisine, atmosphere, dietary requirements, and schedule.
All meals, beverages, and restaurant expenses are payable directly by the guests unless specifically stated as included in the selected tour package. Restaurant reservations remain subject to availability.
Tour informations:
This experience is for adults aged 18+.
Please bring a passport or ID card for possible border control
Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.
Additional experiences may be available on request and subject to availability.
The itinerary may be adjusted according to traffic, venue availability or local conditions.
Not suitable for:
Children under 18 years or pregnant women
People with mobility impairments or wheelchair users
People over 99 years
Not allowed:
Pets
Oversize luggage
Smoking or vaping in the vehicle
Non-folding wheelchair & Non-folding strollers
Alcohol and drugs
Electric wheelchairs
Skateboards & Skates
Explosive substances
Additional Information
Reservation department
We have a professional customer support team and always accompany you on every trip.
Customer reviews
4.7
/5
(18 reviews)
Price from:
€
250
/ person
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