Every spring, the Tour of Flanders brings cycling's greatest weekend to Belgium, and this five-day Spring Classics bike tour puts you at the center of it. Climb the cobbled bergs of the Oude Kwaremont, Paterberg, and Koppenberg alongside thousands of cyclists in the We Ride Flanders gran fondo the day before the pros take them on. From our exclusive hospitality village at Oude Kwaremont, you'll watch the women's and men's pelotons fight for position over the same stones. Racing culture runs deep here, nowhere more than on the Muur van Geraardsbergen, the cobbled wall that decided the race for decades. In between, Ghent's medieval quays and canal paths are yours to explore. For riders and fans alike, it's the Ronde as Flanders lives it—on the bike, at the roadside, and over a well-earned Belgian beer.
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Tackle the legendary Ronde van Vlaanderen Cyclo the day before the pros race
Enjoy a VIP exclusive viewing at the summit of famous Kwaremont and witness both the women's and men's races live from a premier front-row seat
Ride the iconic cobbled climbs of Flanders, including the Oude Kwaremont, Paterberg, and Koppenberg
Visit the fascinating Tour of Flanders Centre, an interactive cycling museum in Oudenaarde
Stay in the historic city of Ghent, the perfect base for exploring the heart of Belgian cycling culture
Cobble Fever
Conquer the legendary cobbles of Ronde van Vlaanderen Cyclo just before the pros, then enjoy exclusive VIP viewing at Kwaremont's summit.
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Absolutely epic. Nothing better than spring in Belgium, riding cobbles, winning races, creating memories. This is what life is all about.
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The guides are superior, the hotels good, the riding is amazing. I will come back to Trek Travel as many times as I can fit it into my life. It is an experience you won't want to miss.
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Great Ride
Experience Great Ride #14 on our List of Great Global Rides. Choose your ride and tackle some of the famed cobbles of the Tour of Flanders for yourself.
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Where to Arrive
Airport:
Brussels National Airport (BRU)
Pick-up location:
Ghent Urbanist Hotel, Ghent, Belgium
Pick-up time:
10:00 AM
Where to Depart
Airport:
Brussels National Airport (BRU)
Drop-off location:
Ghent Urbanist Hotel, Ghent, Belgium
Drop-off time:
12:00 PM
Additional Arrival Information
Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Ghent Urbanist Hotel (Augustijnenkaai 2, 9000 Gent) at 10:00 AM on the first day of the trip. You'll start with an introduction to your Trek bike and a personalized fit to set you up for the week ahead, followed by a relaxed ride around Ghent.
We suggest that you arrive at least one day prior to the start of your Flanders cycling tour, which will enable you to adjust to the time zone and minimize the risk of missing the trip start due to flight-related delays. For this trip, we recommend that you fly into Brussels National Airport (BRU).
There is frequent bus and train service from the airport to the center of Brussels, where you’ll need to catch a train to Ghent. The trip to Ghent from the Brussels National Airport takes around 50 minutes. A taxi to the center of Brussels will cost approximately 35€. For more information about connections from the airport, please consult www.BrusselsAirport.be.
Taking the train is the best way to travel to Ghent from Brussels. There are plenty of departure times to choose from (usually two to four departures per hour). Please check www.belgiantrain.be for more information. In Ghent, you should arrive at Ghent-Sint-Pieters Station. From there, for under 5€ you can either take a bus line 930 or tram line number 1. The taxi ride takes around 15 minutes and will cost you approximately 30€.
If you will be late for the pick-up or are going to miss it altogether, please inform your guides. If you cannot reach them, please call our hotel, Ghent Urbanist Hotel (+32 9 310 30 90), and leave a message with your expected arrival time and contact details.
Additional Departure Information
You will say farewell to your guides at 12:00 PM at Ghent Urbanist Hotel before you take the train from Ghent to your final destination. Please allow adequate connection time for a flight or train to accommodate possible traffic delays.
Welcome ride in the Ghent countryside
Overview
Ghent sets the stage for five days at the heart of the Flanders Spring Classics. Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at 10:00 AM at the Ghent Urbanist Hotel for a personalized fit on your Trek Domane, already set up for Flanders with cobble-ready tires and double-wrapped bar tape. A well-stocked snack table keeps you fueled while we dial in each bike, then you'll roll out on a relaxed loop beyond the city. It's an unhurried introduction to the low-lying countryside and a chance to settle into the bike before the cobbles arrive. Back in Ghent, the evening opens with a social hour and carries into a welcome dinner, where your guides will preview the race days ahead and the stories behind the roads you'll soon ride. Rest well. Tomorrow, you'll join thousands of riders on the same roads the pros will race the following day.
Hotel
Ghent Urbanist Hotel
Meals included
Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
The magical city of Ghent
This vibrant and welcoming city offers fascinating culture and is brimming with modern, urban life amid medieval architecture. Don't forget the famous Trappist Belgium beer and frites.
Ride Options
Ride Option1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Ghent Loop - Approximately 26 mi | 40 km and 400 ft | 120 m
Experience the Ronde van Vlaanderen Cyclo, one of the biggest cycling events in Belgium
Overview
Each spring, thousands of riders turn out for the Ronde van Vlaanderen Cyclo, the We Ride Flanders citizen ride raced the day before the pros and one of the biggest cycling events in Belgium. Today, you're among them. After an early shuttle to Oudenaarde, you'll choose between the shorter and longer courses. Both follow the meandering country roads of East and West Flanders and climb the short, steep cobbled bergs that have shaped the Ronde for decades. Your Trek Travel guides support and encourage you throughout the ride. After crossing the finish line, a well-earned lunch waits in the heart of town. Back in Ghent, there's time to shower, rest the legs, and trade stories from the road at the hotel bar. Dinner is on your own tonight, and your guides can point you toward their favorite spots in town.
Hotel
Ghent Urbanist Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch
Highlight of the Day
We Ride Flanders Event
The Flanders citizen ride is an amazing event. Every year it gets more popular and can attract upwards of 15,000 participants and today, you are one of them! Learn more about We Ride Flanders.
Ride Options
Ride Option1
TODAY'S RIDE:
We Ride Flanders Short - Approximately 47 mi | 75 km and 2,920 ft | 890 m
Ride Option2
AVID OPTION:
We Ride Flanders Long - Approximately 90 mi | 144 km and 5,480 ft | 1,670 m
Enjoy your VIP Tour of Flanders viewing event on the summit of Oude Kwaremont
Overview
The Tour of Flanders is Belgium's most celebrated race, and in Flanders cycling is more than a sport—it's a tradition and a national passion. You'll see it up close from our exclusive VIP viewing area on the summit of the Oude Kwaremont, one of the race’s most decisive climbs. From this prime vantage point, you'll watch the men's peloton pass three times, with the tension building on every lap. Riders come close enough that you can read the determination on their faces while they fight for position over the cobbles. You'll also have the privilege of cheering on the women’s peloton as it passes over the same climb. Lunch is served in the viewing area, so the racing never leaves your sight. After a thrilling day of race action, we'll return to Ghent for a relaxed evening. Dinner is yours to choose, and the guildhall-lined quays of the Graslei and Korenlei, a short walk from the hotel, set an atmospheric scene along the river.
Hotel
Ghent Urbanist Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch
Highlight of the Day
Welcome to the Tour of Flanders
An epic day of racing, VIP views, beers, and good times—buckle up for your front-row seat at the iconic Ronde van Vlaanderen Pro Race!
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
VIP Live Race Viewing at Kwaremont Tour of Flanders Pro Race
Take on famous cobble climbs, relax in a cycling café, and enjoy a tour of Tour of Flanders Museum
Overview
Today, we head south of Ghent, where the roads turn toward climbs that have defined the Ronde across generations. The centerpiece is the Muur van Geraardsbergen, or Kapelmuur, a steep, cobbled wall that decided the race for decades. In Geraardsbergen, we'll stop at Bar Gidon, the cycling café founded by former pro Frederik Penne and a gathering place for riders and fans alike. It's the place to try mattentaart, the town's pastry specialty. We continue to Oudenaarde, the gateway to the Flemish Ardennes, to visit the Centrum Ronde van Vlaanderen, the museum dedicated to the race you watched unfold yesterday. Back in Ghent after a short shuttle, we'll gather for a final social hour and dinner together at one of our favorite restaurants in town. Raise a glass to the cobbles you've conquered and the new friends around the table.
Hotel
Ghent Urbanist Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast | Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
Featured Meal | Bar Gidon
Pull up a seat at Bar Gidon, where cycling memorabilia lines the walls and the peloton has rolled past the front door on race day. Order a slice of mattentaart, a golden puff pastry filled with creamy buttermilk curds, eggs, and sugar.
Ride Options
Ride Option1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Oudenaarde to Geraardsbergen Loop - Approximately 53 mi | 85 km and 3,480 ft | 1,060 m
Ride Option2
SHORT OPTION:
Oudenaarde to Geraardsbergen - Approximately 48 mi | 77 km and 2,770 ft | 840 m
Activities
Activity 1
TODAY'S ACTIVITY:
Visit The Tour of Flanders Centre and Museum
Ride along canals before saying farewell
Overview
There's no rush this morning. Sleep in and linger over a warm croissant and coffee, or, if the legs are willing, join a final spin out of Ghent along the canal. We'll say our farewells at 12:00 PM at the Ghent Urbanist Hotel. Please allow adequate connection time for your onward flight or train, as traffic can cause delays.
Meals included
Breakfast
Highlight of the Day
Enjoy a final spin along the canal
Turn the legs over one more time for a relaxing last spin out of Ghent.
Ride Options
Ride Option1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Ghent Canal Loop - Approximately 12 mi | 20 km and 490 ft | 150 m
On most Trek Travel trips, we offer non-riding options for riders who want to take the afternoon off, or travel companions who want to spend little or no time in the saddle. Some of these options may need to be scheduled before your trip–please contact one of our Trip Consultants for more information. Expenses and/or related transportation to these activities may not be included in the trip price. Some non-riding options on this trip are:
We've got you covered on and off the bike! Our team of guides will always have one in the support vehicle and one on the bike, ready to fill up your water bottle, fix a flat tire, or give you a lift up the hill. They'll also give you the inside scoop on the best local spots. And when you're not riding, your guides are happy to help with anything you need - from massage appointments to finding that special local treat you've been craving.
On a canal in Ghent’s Prinsenhof quarter, this peaceful, family-run hotel sits a few minutes’ walk from the Gravensteen. Comic-inspired art and pop-art touches run throughout, set against clean, modern lines. Mornings begin with a continental buffet of local specialties, and the bar and terrace invite you to unwind beside the water.
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Ghent, Belgium
Arrive early and let Ghent set the tone for your trip. Medieval architecture lines the canals and the Leie, from the Gravensteen's stone walls to Saint Bavo's Cathedral and its 15th-century Ghent Altarpiece. In between, cobbled squares fill with cafés, and the spray-painted walls of Graffiti Street show the city's youthful, creative side. Belgium's most bicycle-friendly city, Ghent has a largely car-free center and is home to 't Kuipke, the velodrome that sends off the opening cobbled classic, Omloop Het Nieuwsblad. Come evening, find a table in the Patershol, the city's oldest residential quarter, and settle in with a Belgian beer. We recommend the following accommodations for your pre-trip hotel:
Where to Stay
Ghent Urbanist Hotel
On a canal in Ghent's Prinsenhof quarter, this peaceful, family-run hotel sits a few minutes' walk from the Gravensteen. Comic-inspired art and pop-art touches run throughout, set against clean, modern lines. Mornings begin with a continental buffet of local specialties, and the bar and terrace invite you to unwind beside the water. Please note: This is also your trip hotel and the meeting location. www.ghenturbanisthotel.be
Yalo Urban Boutique Hotel
This modern design hotel with a cosmopolitan vibe sits in one of the most vibrant neighbourhoods of Ghent. Their industrial-chic restaurant and bar draw in both hotel guests and local foodies. The stylish rooms come with designer furnishings and amenities, including Nespresso machines, soft linens, and luxury products. Choose to upgrade your room to include a terrace and city views. www.yalohotel.com
Ghent Marriot Hotel
In a charming medieval building that seamlessly blends its historic Gothic past with modern design, this upscale hotel overlooks the banks of the Lys river, and is a short walk to all the major sites in this stylish city destination. A striking floor-to-ceiling glass atrium illuminates the main space both day and night. The elegant bedrooms spoil you with plush bedding and all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. Enjoy the onsite restaurant with its warm ambiance from the 30s and an amazing view over the river. www.marriott.com
Brussels, Belgium
Brussels has many charming and beautiful attractions, with deeply ornate buildings on the Grand-Place and the fish-and-crustacean overdose of St. Catherine’s Square. Stroll along and stop in for a drink at one of the many bars on Place St-Géry, or splurge on the trendy Rue Antoine Dansaert. Also consider extending your stay to see the charming canal town of Bruges or visiting the cultural center of Antwerp, before making your way to Brussels. We recommend the following accommodations for your post-trip hotel in Brussels:
Where to Stay
Le Dixseptième
Once the residence of the Spanish ambassador, Le Dixseptième sits behind the La Monnaie Opera House in Brussels' historic center. The 17th-century protected monument retains its original woodwork and antique detail alongside modern country-style interiors. Classic rooms are spacious and some feature private terraces. www.ledixseptieme.com
Warwick Brussels
A block from Brussels Central Station and steps from the Grand-Place, the Warwick Brussels is well placed for the city's historic quarter—the Antique District of Le Sablon, Mont des Arts, and the main restaurant streets are all within easy reach. The Belgian brasserie Chutney's and the Bubbles Bar give the hotel its own reasons to stay in for the evening. www.warwickhotels.com
Hotel Le Plaza Brussels
With French facades, high ceilings, and ornate tapestries, Le Plaza faces the Rue Neuve shopping district and sits a 15-minute walk from the Grand-Place. Elegant rooms carry the building's period character, with some featuring bathtubs. The onsite Brasserie L'Esterel continues the theme and offers a French-inspired fare. www.leplaza-brussels.com
Special race trips call for special bike setups. The Domane SL 7 will be modified to handle the rigors of the Spring Classics. We recommend bringing your favorite saddle from home and SPD M540 mountain-style pedals and shoes for easy walking when you are off the bike.
Spring in Belgium can bring all kinds of weather—cold, rain, wind, fog, or sun, therefore warm layers and a waterproof shell are highly recommended. Daytime temperatures are usually between 30-60ºF (1-16ºC).
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Trek Travel guides are dedicated to making moments that last a lifetime, and we invite you to thank them with a trip gratuity. These are customary and at your own discretion, to recognize service, hospitality, and the little extras that surprise and delight. For this Spring Classics Flanders Pro race trip, we suggest a tip for your guides between $350-$400 per guest. Of course, you may choose to give more if your guides made your trip an unforgettable experience.
Like everything else about your vacation, the Trek Travel team is here to make this experience easier for you. While local currency is preferred, you may also tip through the following options:
Via PayPal (please have this account set up in advance when possible) or with your guest services representative on the phone before or after the trip.
Gratuities will be divided among the guide team, so feel free to leave your gratuity with whomever you choose at the end of your trip.
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Road: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 25 mi (40 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).
Gravel: 1-3 hours of riding. Up to 20 mi (35 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).
Hiking: 1-3 hours of hiking. Up to 5 mi (8 km). Up to 1,000 ft (300 m).
Road: 2-4 hours of riding. 20-35 mi (35-60 km). Up to 2,500 ft (750 m).
Gravel: 2-4 hours of riding. 15-30 mi (25-45 km). Up to 2,000 ft (600 m).
Hiking: 2-4 hours of hiking. 4-8 mi (6-12 km). Up to 1,500 ft (450 m).
Road: 3-5 hours of riding. 25-55 mi (40-85 km). Up to 4,500 ft (1,500 m).
Gravel: 3-5 hours of riding. 20-40 mi (35-60 km). Up to 3,000 ft (900 m).
Hiking: 3-5 hours of hiking. 6-10 mi (9-16 km). Up to 2,000 ft (600 m).
Road: 4+ hours of riding. 40-70 mi (60-110 km). Up to 8,000 ft (2,400 m).
Gravel: 4+ hours of riding. 30-50 mi (45-80 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).
Hiking: 4+ hours of hiking. 7-15 mi (11-24 km). Up to 4,000 ft (1,200 m).
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