Then travel in comfort by high-speed train to Brussels—a key stop on your Belgium Christmas Markets tour. Begin your festive exploration at Winter Wonders (Plaisirs d’Hiver), Brussels’ Christmas market in the heart of the city.

Browse more than 250 wooden chalets set beneath a glittering Ferris wheel and the Grand Place’s legendary Christmas tree and light shows. In addition, stroll through the Galerie Royale Saint-Hubert and sample seasonal delicious food from the food stalls. Hot chocolate and Christmas spirits like mulled wine are also on offer.

You will then have the chance to explore the Art Nouveau of Brussels on a private city tour. Highlights of course include the Horta Museum, Center for Comic Strip Art, and the Museum of Musical Instruments. Afterwards, visit the Magritte Museum for a private guided tour to learn about the famous Surrealist painter. In the late afternoon and evening, walk through the city's artistic quarter along Rue Dansaert. 

Your final day in Brussels involves exploring the Ardennes region. Get out into the wintry landscape with a snow shoe or cross-country skiing excursion. Or, visit a World War II museum or an abbey producing beer and cheese. Finally, visit the the market of the medieval village Monschau, one of the best Christmas markets in Belgium.

Venture into the medieval cities of Ghent and Bruges continue your Belgium Christmas markets tour.

In Ghent, choose from more than 150 festive stalls at its seasonal market set against Gothic architecture. You will also enjoy a private boat tour along the city’s waterways and a private guided walking tour to see its key sites.

Then travel to Bruges, an essential stop on any Belgium Christmas Markets tour. Here, the Winter Glow festival transforms the city’s Market Square into a luminous winter dreamscape. Enjoy seasonal treats, canal boat rides, and privately guided walking tours, all amid a festive atmosphere.

Your festive escape concludes with VIP airport service in Brussels, including lounge access and expedited boarding. If time allows, enjoy a final festive experience such as a chocolate workshop or a scenic bike ride.

Extend your exploration by visiting other standout Belgian markets, such as:

• Liège, home to Belgium’s oldest and largest Christmas village. Indeed, it boasts more than 200 chalets and festive attractions like sledding, live music, and a Ferris wheel.
• Antwerp, where the Christmas market wraps around Groenplaats and Grote Markt. It also boasts an ice rink, Ferris wheel, and holiday flavors set among striking Baroque architecture.
• Durbuy, a fairytale-like market with chalets, twinkling lights, and an ice skating rink in Belgium’s smallest city.

These excursions offer additional options for a wonderfully curated Belgium Christmas Markets tour.