Bruges and Ghent

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Bruges and Ghent

4 Days Starting and ending in Bruges, Belgium

Visiting: Bruges, Ypres, Ghent

Tour operator:

Shearings

Tour code:

s-brg

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

8-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$547

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Tour Overview

Your tour begins in the beautiful city of Bruges, where you can walk the quaint canals and enjoy all that the city has to offer. Whilst you explore the many wonders and visit the sights such as the Belfry and The Basilica of Holy Blood, why not enjoy a tasty treat and indulge in some scrumptious Belgian chocolates or try a famous Belgian beer? From our base in Bruges, discover the port city of Ghent, the ‘flower capital of Belgium’ and one of the country’s best kept secrets. You'll also have the opportunity to visit the quaint town of Ypres and experience the Last Post Ceremony at Menin Gate. This popular coach holiday will prove a delightful break for anyone wanting a taste of Belgium.

Highlights

Explore the many wonders and visit the sights such as the Belfry and The Basilica of Holy Blood
Discover the port city of Ghent, the ‘flower capital of Belgium’ and one of the country’s best kept secrets.
You'll also have the opportunity to visit the quaint town of Ypres and experience the Last Post Ceremony at Menin Gate

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Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive Bruges

Location: Bruges

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Olympia

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to Bruges for a three-night stay.

Day 2 : Bruges & Ypres

Location: Bruges, Ypres, Bruges

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Olympia

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning is at leisure for you to begin your exploration of Bruges with its canals, cobbled streets and shops selling the famous Belgian chocolate on almost every corner. The historic centre of Bruges is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a joy to explore. The Hotel Olympia is located around 1 mile from the historic centre of Bruges (approx. 20 – 30 minute walk). This afternoon spend further free time in Bruges or why not join our optional excursion to Ypres and the Last Post Ceremony? Spend time at leisure exploring the town centre. See the market square, dominated by the huge Cloth Hall, with its magnificent belfry. This evening pause at the Menin Gate, where the Last Post Ceremony is performed daily. The Menin Gate is a memorial dedicated to the missing and bears the names of 54,896 officers and men who died between 1914 and 15 August 1917. Every evening since 11 November 1929, buglers have sounded the emotive Last Post at 8pm beneath the archway. We return to the hotel after the Last Post Ceremony.

Day 3 : Ghent

Location: Ghent

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Olympia

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today we enjoy an included morning visit to Ghent. Affectionately known as the ‘Flower Capital of Belgium’, Ghent is a city of great elegance, boasting a wonderful legacy of medieval architecture and imposing monuments. The ‘Gravensteen’ or ‘Castle of the Counts’ was rebuilt by Philip of Alsace in the 12th century as a symbol of his power, and its battlements provide an interesting view of the city. Gent’s popular City Pavilion is modern building, completed in 2012 by architects Robbrecht & Daem, and a contrast to the surrounding architecture, with its striking design and use of glass, wood and concrete in its construction. There will be free time for you to explore before we return to Bruges for an afternoon at leisure.

Day 4 : Return Home

Location: Bruges

Meals Included: Breakfast

Return home.

What's Included

Accommodation

As detailed in the itinerary
Additional Services

Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
Meals

As detailed in the itinerary
Transport

Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
Porterage at Hotels

What's Not Included

Airport Transfers at Destination
Insurance

Accommodation

You will stay for three nights at the 3-star, family-owned Hotel Olympia in Bruges, within walking distance of the local shops and the historic centre.

Check out our Q&As

What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Low
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

You can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes

Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

Your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. Hand luggage should be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

As detailed in the itinerary
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

No
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes, 8 years or above

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