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Personalized Private Ghent Walking Tour with Local Guide

5.0(4)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews6 hFree cancellationBy City Unscripted
Personalized Private Ghent Walking Tour with Local Guide

About this activity

Discover the soul of Ghent on a private walking tour that’s entirely tailored to you. With a friendly local host leading the way, you’ll wander beyond the guidebooks—starting at iconic landmarks like the Belfry and Gravensteen, then stepping into quiet courtyards, student squares, and riverside hideaways. Whether you're drawn to medieval stories, offbeat corners, or just want to explore at your own pace, this experience flows moment to moment around your interests. It’s not just sightseeing—it’s seeing the city through a local lens.

- A private, fully personalized walking tour of Ghent

- Discover iconic landmarks and hidden corners

- Explore lively squares, medieval streets, and quiet courtyards

- Itinerary adapts to your mood, interests, and pace

- Host-curated route shaped in real time around you

What's included

  • ✓Online Personalization Form sent after booking to tailor your experience
  • ✓Flexible durations and start times - Pick your preferred duration when you book
  • ✓Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central!
  • ✓Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
  • ✓Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations

Not included

  • ✕Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
  • ✕Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
  • ✕Gratuities (optional)
  • ✕Hotel drop off

Meeting and pickup

  • This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
  • After booking, you'll receive a short online Personalization Form to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
  • This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
  • Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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