Group trip to historic Ghent? Ideal city break full of fun and culture!
Planning an incentive trip with your organisation, but prefer not to travel by plane? Then a trip to one of our closest neighbours is a great option! For instance, we recently travelled by coach with a group to beautiful Ghent in Flanders! Within about three hours, you'll set foot in this super cool destination for groups. Why? You can read about that in this blog, in which we take you through the group travel itinerary.
Cosy Ghent
Ghent has everything to offer for a successful incentive trip. Firstly, the city exudes a lively and historic atmosphere, which is reflected in the many historic buildings, fine squares, beautiful facades and charming canals. The Belgians live the good life and know what is delicious when it comes to food and drink! For instance, there are various welcoming pubs in Ghent where Belgian (specialist) beers can be tasted. But there is also plenty of choice for the non-epicurean enthusiast with the many sustainable and vegetarian restaurant spots. In addition, there are unique group activities to undertake, ranging from sporty or cultural to team-building or spectacular.
Day 1: The outward journey with a delicious welcome dinner at the hotel
After a week of hard work, a coach was waiting for our group at the office to then take the group to Ghent for the well-deserved incentive trip. It was about a 2-hour drive to the Ghent River Hotel****, where the group would be staying for the coming days. An atmospheric hotel in the city centre on the banks of the Leie. Following check-in came a 3-course dinner at the hotel, where a classic Ghent beef stew could be chosen. Because of course you cannot have been to Belgium without having eaten a stew! After dinner, the evening was at leisure. Some explored the vibrant nightlife, whilst another part of the group had a drink in the hotel bar or headed straight to their rooms.
Photos by: Ghent River Hotel.
Day 2: Exploring by Vespa and by boat
On the second day, fun group activities were planned. The alarm clock went off for many at half past eight (which was a bit early for some after the previous night), but eventually everyone was ready on time for the Vespa tour. Unfortunately, it was raining, but that didn't dampen the spirits! The Vespa tour went through the outskirts of Ghent, where we saw the most beautiful houses. Along the way, we were escorted by six ‘road pirates’ who held up all the traffic for us. Like real VIPs 😉. After the brisk ride on the Vespa, a delicious three-course lunch was waiting for us at the Groot Vleeshuis. Here, the group could warm up a bit from the Vespa tour. Once the group was recharged after the filling lunch, there was some free time. At the end of the afternoon, the group gathered again for a boat tour through the canals, complete with a guide, drinks and snacks! During the boat tour, all sorts of fun facts about the city were shared. For example, did you know that there is a competition in Ghent for the ugliest building?
After the boat tour, it was time for a fun party evening! We had exclusively hired a brewery for the group, which started with a small beer tasting and tour.
Following this, the dinner took place and everyone hit the dance floor during the evening party with a DJ.
Day 3: Last sunny day
On the last day, the sun shone brightly and the group had free time before the coach drove back to the office at 11:30. The free time was used to bag a souvenir for those back home, visit a castle, or get hold of a genuine Belgian waffle.
Looking forward to raising a glass of Belgian craft beer in Ghent with your colleagues or business associates soon? We have the network, the experience, the tools and the enthusiasm to make this trip a fantastic experience.