Bruges for solo travellers

Bruges for solo travellers

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Bruges
Bruges

Bruges

Days 1-2
Ypres, Belgium
Ypres

Ypres, Belgium

Day 3
Bruges
Bruges

Bruges

Day 4

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Bruges for solo travellers

4 Days Starting and ending in St Pancras Station, Euston Rd, London N1C 4QL, UK

Visiting: Lille, Bruges, Saint Pancras Station, Tyne Cot, Ypres

Tour operator:

Riviera Travel

Tour code:

1BR

Specialist Group:

Singles Solo

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

15 - 30

Physical rating:

Please contact Riviera Travel if you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility.

Age range:

18-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact Riviera Travel with specific dietary requests.

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural

Tour Overview

Bruges is renowned for being one of the most picture-perfect towns in Europe, with winding canals and atmospheric cobbled streets.


Winding canals, atmospheric cobbled streets, an array of wonderful cuisine and famed art collections make this town a destination that will make you want to revisit time and again, and in our opinion, it’s ideal for anyone travelling alone for the first time.

This captivating city is famous for its artisan chocolate, smooth Belgian beers, and classic chips with mayonnaise – but there is far more to savour beyond that, and there will be plenty of opportunities to sample some of the delicious cuisine on offer at the numerous excellent restaurants and cafes that dot the city.  

Bruges is also home to some significant cultural artefacts, including the paintings of Rembrandt and Van Eyck, as well as Michelangelo’s beautiful sculpture of Madonna and Child.  Bruges is a wonderful choice for a tour, whether it’s your first time or if you’re one of the many returning visitors who fill its bustling streets.
 


Highlights

  • Guided walking tour of historic Bruges, arguably Europe’s most perfectly preserved medieval town.

  • Explore Ypres and the thought-provoking First World War battlefields Tyne Cot Cemetery.

  • Enjoy a visit to a traditional chocolatier creating exquisite Belgian chocolates, probably the world’s finest.

Places You'll See

Bruges

Bruges

Itinerary

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DAY 1

Bruges
Bruges
Bruges

Location: Lille, Bruges, Saint Pancras Station

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Martins Brugge

Meals Included: Dinner, Welcome

Arrival in Bruges - Upon arrival in Lille, we travel by coach to your hotel in the heart of Bruges. This evening we will gather with our tour manager for the short walk to our restaurant for a lovely welcome dinner, where you will get a chance to meet other travellers joining the tour on their own.

DAY 2

Bruges
Bruges
Bruges

Location: Bruges

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Martins Brugge

Meals Included: Breakfast

Bruges - We will enjoy continental breakfast in our hotel this morning before joining our tour manager on a walking tour of charming Bruges.  Although compact, the town is packed with sights, sounds, smells and an ambience all its own.

The 13th century belfry dominates the town, and those who wish to take the 366 steps to the top will be amply rewarded with remarkable views of the maze of streets and canals below.  We will also take in the popular sights, including the City Hall, the old Law Courts and the Basilica of the Holy Blood, which is so-called because it houses a vial claimed to contain the blood of Jesus, brought back from the Holy Land.

We’ll also see the Notre Dame Church, where Michelangelo’s masterpiece, Madonna and Child, is housed.  Bruges is, of course, synonymous with fine Belgian beers, and many bars dedicate entire menus to the vast array of options available.  Those who would like to know more about Bruges’ brewing heritage may choose to take a short stroll to the Halve Maan Brewery Museum, where there is also a chance to unwind with a beer tasting.
The remainder of the day is free for you to explore. The Groeningemuseum and Sint-Janshospitaal are home to sublime works of art and you can find museums dedicated to Belgium’s holy trinity of beer, chocolate and frites. You can take a boat tour of the canals so you can see the city from a waterside perspective, or find a café and enjoy watching the world go by.

DAY 3

Ypres, Belgium

Location: Tyne Cot, Ypres

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Martins Brugge

Meals Included: Breakfast

Ypres & Tyne Cot Cemetery - This morning, you can choose to explore Bruges at leisure, or take an optional included excursion that visits the locations made famous during World War I. The battlefield tour centres on Ypres, which was almost flattened during the First World War as Allied and German forces fought for control of this strategically important town. The countless lives lost are remembered with a moving ceremony at the Menin Gate Memorial each evening at 8pm. You can also visit the Passchendaele Memorial Museum, which shines a light on some of the darkest days of the Great War. During the Third Battle of Ypres in 1917, over 500,000 troops died in just three months as the Allies attempted to take the village of Passchendaele. We visit the bunkers, craters and trench sites of this monumentally bloody battle.
Our day concludes with a poignant visit to the world’s largest Commonwealth cemetery at Tyne Cot, its sea of 11,961 graves reflecting the First World War’s staggering loss of life. 

We will return to Bruges, where there will be an opportunity to gather with our travelling companions for a final evening sampling some of the wonderful Flemish food. Returning to Bruges in the late afternoon, you cannot fail to be touched by the sights and sounds of this unforgettable trip back in time.

DAY 4

Bruges
Bruges
Bruges

Location: Lille, Bruges, Saint Pancras Station

Meals Included: Breakfast

Belgian chocolatier & return home - No visit to Bruges would be complete without a chance to enjoy the art of the chocolatier. We will visit one of the few establishments using traditional methods for a demonstration, as well as a chance to sample the sweet delights for yourself.

Afterwards, we will take a coach back to Lille, where we board our Eurostar train home to London St Pancras.

What's Included

  • Return standard class reserved seat on Eurostar

  • Coach transfer from Lille to your hotel in Bruges

  • Three nights’ accommodation

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What's Not Included

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • Insurance

Check out our Q&As

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    No

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    No

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For almost 40 years

  • I have reduced mobility; can I still travel?

    We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your holiday with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to contact us to discuss these concerns

  • Do I require travel insurance?

    It is a condition of booking that you carry suitable travel insurance.

  • What is my luggage allowance?

    You will receive details of your luggage allowance with your final travel documents, which are sent approximately 10 days prior to your date of departure.

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    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.

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