Bruges and Ghent

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.

4 days from £389pp

Single Room Supplement from £129pp

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Your Tour Includes

  • 3 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • Local joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Itinerary

Overview

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

Overview

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.

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Included Highlights

Bruges

Optional Excursions

Ypres & The Last Post

2023 £15.00

2024 £16.00

2025 £17.00

The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.

Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in Euros (cash payments only).

Overview

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.

Includes Breakfast

Included Highlights

Ghent

Overview

Return home.

Includes Breakfast

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.


Hotel Olympia

Hotel Olympia

The friendly, family-owned 3-star superior Hotel Olympia, is situated in a quiet neighbourhood on the western outskirts of Bruges, yet only around 30 minutes-walk from the Grote Markt, and the shops and sights. Popular with Leger guests for many years, Valerie and her team will do their best to ensure a pleasant stay in this beautiful city. The hotel has a small bar, breakfast room on the first floor and lift to bedrooms. The hotel has 31 comfortable bedrooms with satellite T.V., telephone, free Wi-Fi and safe (at small additional cost). All rooms have walk-in shower.

Location: Magdalenastraat 16 Sint-Andries, 8200 Bruges,

Hotel Facilities

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General
  • 3 Star
  • English Speaking Staff
  • Guest Lounge
  • Bar
  • Lift
  • Central Location
Room
  • TV
  • Hairdryer
  • Extra Pillows and Blankets
  • Safe Box
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Free Wifi
Accessibility
  • Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
  • Ground Floor Rooms on Request
Transport
  • Bus Stop Nearby
  • Train / Tram Nearby
Service
  • Iron at Reception
  • Laundry Service
Hotel
  • English Speaking Staff
  • Guest Lounge
  • Bar
  • Lift
  • WiFi Available

Single Room Supplements

Single Room Supplement from £129

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4.4 Out of 5 ( 5 Reviews )

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Pat Wright, 12 days ago

Holiday, fine. Organisation fine. Coach journeys to and from were far too long. Too much waiting around. Wouldn't book again by Coach.

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Elaine Mannion, 12 days ago

Beautiful hotel lovely friendly people ran it, the coach drivers were lovely we had an absolutely lovely time would strongly recommend

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Mark Robinson, 0 years ago

Great weekend, lovely hotel,would recommend.

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CustomerDoreen Hardy, 0 years ago

nice journey, hotel good - driver dave excellent

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Rachel, 0 years ago

Just the right amount for the time we had. Pretty places. Not Shearings fault but shame the coaches couldn’t get closer to centres for those with mobility issues- meant 15 mins walk before you got to the main areas, though it was interesting. Breakfast and hotel all good and coach comfortable

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I really enjoyed myself, I was a bit nervous before hand first time I have been away without a family member, but I do make friends easily so settled in really good. My room had a sea view it was perfect, beautiful. The bed was so comfortable, I probably had one the best sleeps the first night, but the rest of the week was fine too. i only had one problem when I went to eat in the restaurant I had ordered soup with a bread roll, well it was rock hard, well I put that down as an error of judgement on their part.

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