Bruges and Ghent

Name: Bruges and Ghent (4 Day Tour)
Brand: Shearings
SKU: s-brg
Availability: InStock

4.6 Out of 5 (11 Reviews)

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 £429pp

Single Room Supplement from £189pp

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Your Tour Includes

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

Itinerary

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

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 and 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.

Included Meals

Breakfast

Included Highlights

Bruges

Optional Excursions

Ypres & The Last Post
- 2024: £16.00pp
- 2025: £17.00pp

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).

Bruges

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 a 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.

Included Meals

Breakfast

Included Highlights

Ghent

Ghent

Return home.

Included Meals

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

The friendly, family-owned Hotel Olympia is situated in a quiet neighbourhood on the western outskirts of Bruges, yet only around a 30-minute 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 T.V., telephone, free WiFi and safe (at small additional cost). All rooms have walk-in shower.

Location: Magdalenastraat 16 Sint-Andries, 8200 Bruges,

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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 £189.00

Reviews

4.6 Out of 5 ( 11 Reviews )

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Samantha Clarke, 0 years ago

The whole trip was fabulous from start to finish. Due to a change of circumstances I had to travel to and from Stop 24 alone which I must admit I was nervous about the return journey due to several coach changes but there was no need for concern as I was never left alone at any point. Our drivers, Ashley and John were brilliant. Our hotel was very good. The room was a good size with a comfortable bed, a safe and a nice bathroom. The breakfast was good and there was a small bar area. The trips were also very good, we did the trip into Ypres and Ghent. Ghent is beautiful and you could easily stay there all day. There really isn’t much at Ypres other than the ceremony at the Menin Gate which I suspect that was what most people were there for and therefore I felt the trip was too long. I would definitely do this trip again.