Planning a trip to Belgium within 10 days with a limited budget can be challenging, but it is definitely possible. Here’s a sample itinerary for a 10-day trip to Belgium, including approximate costs and step-by-step instructions on how to get to each place:
Day 1: Arrival in Brussels
- Flight to Brussels International Airport (cost varies depending on departure location and time of booking)
- Take a train from the airport to Brussels city center (around €8-10)
- Check-in at a budget hotel or hostel (around €50-70 per night)
- Explore the city and visit famous landmarks such as the Grand Place, Manneken Pis, and Atomium
- Have dinner at a local restaurant (around €15-20 per person)
Day 2: Brussels
- Visit the Royal Palace of Brussels (free)
- Visit the Museum of Fine Arts (around €8-10)
- Have lunch at a local restaurant (around €15-20 per person)
- Take a train to Bruges (around €20-25)
Day 3: Bruges
- Check-in at a budget hotel or hostel (around €50-70 per night)
- Visit the Markt Square (free)
- Visit the Belfry of Bruges (around €8-10)
- Take a boat tour on the canals (around €15-20)
- Have dinner at a local restaurant (around €15-20 per person)
Day 4: Bruges
- Visit the Groeningemuseum (around €8-10)
- Visit the Church of Our Lady (free)
- Have lunch at a local restaurant (around €15-20 per person)
- Take a train to Ghent (around €20-25)
Day 5: Ghent
- Check-in at a budget hotel or hostel (around €50-70 per night)
- Visit the St. Bavo Cathedral (free)
- Visit the Gravensteen Castle (around €8-10)
- Have dinner at a local restaurant (around €15-20 per person)
Day 6: Ghent
- Visit the Museum of Fine Arts (around €8-10)
- Visit the Town Hall (free)
- Have lunch at a local restaurant (around €15-20 per person)
- Take a train to Antwerp (around €20-25)
Day 7: Antwerp
- Check-in at a budget hotel or hostel (around €50-70 per night)
- Visit the Antwerp Central Station (free)
- Visit the Cathedral of Our Lady (around €8-10)
- Have dinner at a local restaurant (around €15-20 per person)
Day 8: Antwerp
- Visit the Rubens House (around €8-10)
- Visit the MAS Museum (around €8-10)
- Have lunch at a local restaurant (around €15-20 per person)
- Take a train to Brussels (around €20-25)
Day 9: Brussels
- Visit the European Parliament (free)
- Visit the Museum of the City of Brussels (around €8-10)
- Have lunch at a local restaurant (around €15-20 per person)
- Take a train to Leuven (around €20-25)
Day 10: Leuven
- Check-in at a budget hotel or hostel (around €50-70 per night)
- Visit the Town Hall (free)
- Visit the St. Peter’s Church (free)
- Have dinner at a local restaurant (around €15-20 per person)
- Take a train back to Brussels International Airport (around €20-25)
Please note that this is just a sample itinerary and costs are approximate and may vary depending on time of travel, exchange rates and other factors. It is best to check prices and availability in advance, and also to consider all the other travel factors such as visa requirements, travel insurance, and other personal factors
It’s also important to check the current travel restrictions and guidelines in place, as well as to follow the local rules and regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.