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Where to Arrive
Airport:
Brussels National Airport (BRU)
Pick-up location:
Harmony Hotel, Ghent, Belgium
Pick-up time:
10:00 AM
Where to Depart
Airport:
Brussels National Airport (BRU)
Drop-off location:
Harmony Hotel, Ghent, Belgium
Drop-off time:
12:00 PM
Additional Arrival Information
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 the Flanders 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 approximately 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 or for train information www.belgiantrain.be.
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. In Ghent you will get to Gent-Sint-Pieters Station. From there, you can either take a bus line 930 or tram line number 1, both costs approximately 3€. Taxi ride is around 12 mins and it cost close to 30€
Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at Harmony Hotel (Kraanlei 37, Ghent, Belgium) at 10:00 AM on the first day of the trip. There, your Flanders cycling tour begins with an introduction to the features of your Trek bike and a perfect, comfortable fit, before taking a casual ride in Ghent area.
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 first hotel, Harmony Hotel (+32 9 324 26 80), 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 Harmony Hotel before you take the train from Bruges 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
Welcome to your Flanders Pro Race cycling tour! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Hotel Harmony in Ghent at 10:00 AM on the first day of your cycling tour. Your guides will introduce you to the features of your Trek Domane bike before ensuring a perfect fit before you will go for a casual ride in Ghent area. We'll have the tires set up specifically for riding cobbles, as well as extra bar tape for additional padding, all to ensure comfortable riding. Toni... Welcome to your Flanders Pro Race cycling tour! Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Hotel Harmony in Ghent at 10:00 AM on the first day of your cycling tour. Your guides will introduce you to the features of your Trek Domane bike before ensuring a perfect fit before you will go for a casual ride in Ghent area. We'll have the tires set up specifically for riding cobbles, as well as extra bar tape for additional padding, all to ensure comfortable riding. Tonight, meet your guides for dinner and learn about the week ahead. We recommend heading to bed early in anticipation of an incredible (albeit early) day tomorrow. Read More
Hotel
The Harmony Hotel
Meals included
Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
The magical city of Ghent
Vibrant Ghent offers fascinating culture and is brimming with trendy, modern urban life. Ghent is a city where people enjoy life: a chilled-... Vibrant Ghent offers fascinating culture and is brimming with trendy, modern urban life. Ghent is a city where people enjoy life: a chilled-out place where anything goes and everyone is welcome. Don't forget the famous Trappist Belgium beer and frites. Read More
Hiking Options
Hike Option 1
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
Today is one of the biggest cycling events in Belgium. The Ronde Van Vlaanderen Cyclo aka Ride Flanders Citizen Ride is a difficult and increasingly popular race that attracts thousands of participants. Today, you are one of them! It’s an early morning with a shuttle to the start in Oudenaarde. You can choose between the short or longer course. Both routes test your mettle throughout the rolling countryside of West Flanders on the same roads where the pro... Today is one of the biggest cycling events in Belgium. The Ronde Van Vlaanderen Cyclo aka Ride Flanders Citizen Ride is a difficult and increasingly popular race that attracts thousands of participants. Today, you are one of them! It’s an early morning with a shuttle to the start in Oudenaarde. You can choose between the short or longer course. Both routes test your mettle throughout the rolling countryside of West Flanders on the same roads where the pros will do battle tomorrow. Ride the iconic climbs and cobblestone sections with the support, encouragement, and expertise of your Trek Travel guides. Triumphant and tired, enjoy a well-deserved lunch in the centre of Oudenaarde. After, we will head back to the comforts of our hotel to shower and relax. Tonight, you will have a chance to enjoy the evening at your leisure. Read More
Hotel
The Harmony 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... 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 Read More
Hiking Options
Hike Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
We Ride Flanders Short - Approximately 47 mi | 75 km and 2,920 ft | 890 m
Hike Option 2
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
It’s all about the Tour of Flanders today! This is Belgium, and cycling is not just a sport, it’s an obsession! Enjoy the spectacle from the comfort of our VIP luxury viewing area right on the summit of the Oude Kwaremont. This is the hill where only the best riders can make a difference on the outcome. You will have a front-row seat, not once, not twice, but three times as the men's teams pass through and you can witness the sweat and determination on their fac... It’s all about the Tour of Flanders today! This is Belgium, and cycling is not just a sport, it’s an obsession! Enjoy the spectacle from the comfort of our VIP luxury viewing area right on the summit of the Oude Kwaremont. This is the hill where only the best riders can make a difference on the outcome. You will have a front-row seat, not once, not twice, but three times as the men's teams pass through and you can witness the sweat and determination on their faces. It's truly a live experience you don’t want to miss, especially because you will also have the privilege of watching the women's race, too! After the excitement of seeing the Tour of Flanders live, enjoy your evening in Ghent, where you are on your own to explore a quaint restaurant for dinner. Read More
Hotel
The Harmony Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast | Lunch
Highlight of the Day
Welcome to the Tour of Flanders
An epic day of racing, VIP viewing, beers and good times. Strap yourselves in and enjoy your front-row seat for this truly spectacular Sprin... An epic day of racing, VIP viewing, beers and good times. Strap yourselves in and enjoy your front-row seat for this truly spectacular Spring Classic. Learn more about Ronde van Vlaanderen Pro Race Read More
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 cafe, and enjoy a tour of Tour of Flanders Museum
Overview
Today, we head south of Ghent to ride some of the famous cobbled climbs from earlier race editions including the famous Muur van Geraardsbergen, the Kapelmuur, where cycling history was written. In Geraardsbergen we stop in Bar Gidon, a famous cycling cafe owned by ex-professional Frederic Penne who was active in cycling for 20 years. It’s a perfect place to taste the unique regional cake, Mattentaarten, a Flemish specialty. We continue to Oudenaarde, the... Today, we head south of Ghent to ride some of the famous cobbled climbs from earlier race editions including the famous Muur van Geraardsbergen, the Kapelmuur, where cycling history was written. In Geraardsbergen we stop in Bar Gidon, a famous cycling cafe owned by ex-professional Frederic Penne who was active in cycling for 20 years. It’s a perfect place to taste the unique regional cake, Mattentaarten, a Flemish specialty. We continue to Oudenaarde, the gateway to the Flemish Ardennes, where we'll visit The Tour of Flanders Centre and Museum. Learn everything about the famous race and feel the enthusiasm and sense the triumph of the tour. After our visit, we'll shuttle back to Ghent and dine together in one of our favorite restaurants in town. Tonight you can celebrate your accomplishments and say cheers to new friends. Read More
Hotel
The Harmony Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast | Social Hour | Dinner
Highlight of the Day
Featured Meal | Bar Gidon
Feel the excitement at the cyclists' Bar Gidon, nestled at the foot of the legendary Muur van Geraardsbergen. Immerse yourself in the racing... Feel the excitement at the cyclists' Bar Gidon, nestled at the foot of the legendary Muur van Geraardsbergen. Immerse yourself in the racing atmosphere, in a cafe adorned with details dedicated to cycling. Chat with ex-pro cyclist Fred Penne as you indulge in the local specialty: Mattentaart, a golden puff pastry filled with creamy curdled buttermilk, eggs, and sugar. Read More
Hiking Options
Hike Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Oudenaarde to Geraardsbergen Loop - Approximately 53 mi | 85 km and 3,480 ft | 1,060 m
Hike Option 2
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
Feel free to sleep in and ease into your day with a warm pain au chocolat and café au lait or choose to enjoy a final spin along Scheldt canal. You will say farewell to your guides at 12:00 PM at the Hotel Harmony. Please allow adequate connection time for a flight or train to accommodate possible traffic delays.
Hotel
The Harmony Hotel
Meals included
Breakfast
Highlight of the Day
Enjoy a final spin along the Scheldt Canal
Turn the legs over one more time for a relaxing last spin on your trip.
Hiking Options
Hike Option 1
TODAY'S RIDE:
Ghent South Loop - Approximately 38 mi | 60 km and 820 ft | 250 m
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Savor the finer things as you relax in luxurious 5-star accommodations and wine, dine, and ride in some of the most unforgettable destinations around the world.
Explore beautiful destinations by bike, enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.
Enjoy a casual cycling vacation with fantastic routes and comfortable accommodations.
Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.
See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.
Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.
Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.
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Savor some of the most spectacular, 5-star properties in the world. Exuding luxury and elegance, these one-of-a-kind accommodations offer the chance to rejuvenate at award-winning spas, dine at Michelin-starred restaurants, and more.
Enjoy luxurious accommodations handpicked for a refined experience. From signature spa treatments to delicious local cuisine, you’ll be more than provided for; you’ll be pampered.
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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 (300 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).
Savor the finer things as you relax in luxurious 5-star accommodations and wine, dine, and ride in some of the most unforgettable destinations around the world.
Explore beautiful destinations by bike, enjoy extra inclusions, savor delicious local cuisine, and enjoy the perfect mix of accommodations.
Enjoy a casual cycling vacation with fantastic routes and comfortable accommodations.
Train like the pros in some of their favorite riding destinations.
See the pros in action at the biggest cycling events of the year.
Tackle an epic adventure that takes you point-to-point across mountains, countryside, and more.
Enjoy a bike tour on your schedule with just your chosen travel companions.
Sometimes it’s more convenient and comfortable to have your own room while on vacation. We understand and that’s why we offer a Single Occupancy option. The additional price guarantees a private room all to yourself
