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3-in-1 Experience: Atomium, Neuhaus Factory and a Workshop
Joined 2023
If you are looking for a unique experience to enjoy while in Brussels, this one is the best tour for you to consider. In this 8-hour tour, you will have the opportunity not only to see Belgium's icon but also to experience how to make Belgian chocolates. It also includes a visit to a chocolate factory and outlet shop where you can buy Belgian chocolates in bulk for a much cheaper price. This tour includes Free Chocolate Tasting - where you can eat as many chocolates as you can.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Brussels Central Station, in front of Hilton Hotel
Meeting Place: Brussels Central Station - in front of Hilton Hotel
The tour starts by going to the iconic Atomium - the 9-iron atoms magnified 165 times - which is the international symbol of Brussels and Belgium. To get there, we need to take public transportation (the subway) which takes about 30 minutes.
At the Atomium
After taking some beautiful pictures outside, we will go inside these giant balls to learn more about the history behind them. There is a permanent and a temporary exhibition on the ground floor and at levels 1 & 2. There is even a bar/restaurant located on the highest sphere where you can opt to have a snack or lunch. From the top sphere, you will also enjoy the panoramic view of Brussels and beyond, especially on a clear day.
Have Lunch at the Atomium Restaurant OR Go Straight to Neuhaus Chocolate Outlet
Depending on you, we can either stay inside the Atomium and have lunch there or go straight to the chocolate outlet and have a light lunch somewhere else. I can discuss a few suggestions for you.
At the Chocolate Factory Outlet
Here, inside the Neuhaus Chocolate Factory Outlet, you can taste (for free) different kinds of chocolate pralines and then buy as many boxes of chocolates as you like. Prices are usually 20-30 percent cheaper compared to the chocolate boutiques within the city (from the same brand). Plus they also offer promotions like buy 2 take 1 for free.
Attend a Chocolate Workshop
After indulging your tastebuds with Belgian chocolates, now it's time for the real deal. You will have the possibility to attend a chocolate-making workshop where you will learn more about why Belgian Chocolates are considered the best in the world. You will see a live demonstration of how chocolates are tempered, and then finally, you will be allowed to make your personalized chocolate bars and truffles which you will bring home to family and friends.
Back to your Hotel in Brussels or at the Central Train Station
You can choose if I will bring you back to where we met at the beginning. Or I can leave you somewhere else.
Ending Point
At the chocolate workshop or back to the station
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
guide's fee and the entrance fee to the Atomium
Guests transportation tickets (2.20 euros per person for 1 single ride and valid for an hour).
The chocolate workshop fee (price ranges between 20 - 45 euros/person)
The entrance to a chocolate museum costs 15 euros per person.
Others like food & drinks, and additional purchases, souvenirs.
Tour Important Information
The workshop is not suitable for children under 12 years old.
However, if you don't like to do the chocolate workshop, there is an option to visit a chocolate museum instead. It takes about an hour and audioguide is available.
Important message from the supplier
My schedule is flexible. I can be available to do a half-day, a whole day, or even an evening tour. I can also guide you to different cities in Belgium and customize a multiple-day tour for you and your group.
If your group is more than 6 people, please let me know and I will be happy to adjust the pricing to accommodate your group.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide May A.
Hi there, and welcome to Belgium - the Heart of Europe!
Over the past years, I have been guiding guests and showing them different Belgian cities like Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp, and Ghent. My tours are designed not only to see the main sights but also to experience how locals live, eat, and drink. I was once a tourist here, and so I always strive to show guests what Belgium is like in the eyes of a tourist and at the same time share with them what it means to live here as a local.
I offer different kinds of tours depending on your wishes. From historical city walking tours to unique experiences such as beer-tasting, and chocolate-making workshops, and can even bring you to luxury shopping outlets too. Multiple-day city tours are also possible, where we can provide a car transfer as well.
My off-the-beaten-path tours will certainly make your trip to Belgium an unforgettable one and will surely help you appreciate more why this small, compact country sandwiched to bigger countries like France, Germany, and the Netherlands is worth visiting too. See you soon!
Reviews
“A Day trip to Brugge and Damme”
May was our guide in Brugge and Damme in mid September of this year. Our group are all seniors - all 65 years and older. We were able to cover all attractions in our itinerary. She coordinated the bus for our group on the tour date. There was a minor mechanical issue on the original assigned bus, however, she was able to coordinate the bus replacement. Flexibility on start times depending on our destinations. She made arrangements for a private boat tour in Brugge for our group.. May is very personable and has tremendous patience with our group. She, takes good care of her clients and tells stories about areas history. We can highly recommend May for your guided trip to Brugge and Damme.
May A.
(1 reviews)Thank you so much Bert for taking the time to write a review about your experience. I enjoyed hosting your group and showing you the best of Bruges and Damme. Despite some challenges, the group's joyful and positive spirit made the trip memorable and enjoyable. I look forward to hosting you in the future and exploring other parts of Belgium!
$200/ per group
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