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Bruges by First Class Rail
★★★★★ 5/5
Discover the 'Venice of the North'
1st class rail inc. 4 Star Accommodation
3 nights / 4 days
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Bruges by First Class rail
- First Class Rail (Standard Premier Class on Eurostar with a light meal and drink included)
- Medieval Bruges
- Highly-rated accommodation
Medieval Bruges is a perfectly preserved gem as befits one of the richest cities of northern Europe during the Middle Ages.
The ‘Venice of the North’ is criss-crossed with attractive waterways and boasts some of the finest examples of Flemish and European art, including the richly detailed canvasses by Van Eyck and Memling and Michelangelo’s beautiful Madonna with Child. The heart of the city is dominated by the Markt Square and imposing Basilica of the Holy Blood, whilst step-gabled Merchants’ buildings line the pretty canals.
All around cobbled streets, guild houses, palaces and stone bridges lead to tempting shops, historic cafés and indulgent restaurants. Bruges is an ideal choice all year round.
3 night holiday by First Class rail from £495 per person staying at the Hotel Aragon or from £525 per person staying at the Hotel Dukes’ Arches or from £549 per person at the Grand Hotel Casselbergh (all 4 star).
Day 1 – London to Bruges
Your short break begins at iconic St Pancras International. Enjoy the beauty of London’s destination station before the Eurostar service speeds us to Brussels. Sit back in your spacious Standard Premier Class seat and make the most of the light meal and drinks.
On arrival in Brussels, you change trains and join the InterCity train to Bruges. A short taxi ride (payable locally) will take you to your hotel for 3 nights, the Hotel Aragon (4 star), Hotel Dukes’ Arches or the Grand Hotel Casselbergh (4 star), ideally located in the heart of Medieval Bruges.
Days 2 & 3 – At leisure in Bruges
You have two full days in Bruges at the perfectly situated Hotel Aragon (4 star) beautifully converted from historic buildings. The ideal way to get your bearings in the stunning city of Bruges is on a walking tour (payable locally).
Uncover the fascinating history of this medieval masterpiece as you wend your way through hidden corners of this captivating city. You might like to enjoy a relaxing and romantic view of the city on a leisurely canal cruise (payable locallly). You may choose to journey further afield to Yprès and visit some of the monuments that record the tragic events of the First World War, including the Menin Gate and the nearby ‘In Flanders Field Museum’.
Why not indulge yourself in two of Belgium’s most celebrated traditions – Chocolate and Beer! You can visit an artisan chocolate-maker and the renowned brewery museum. Whether your interests are cultural or culinary there is something for everyone in Bruges, from Flemish painters to Belgian chocolates
Days 4 - Bruges to London
Return to Bruges station for the start of the return journey as you travel by InterCity train to Brussels, where you join the Eurostar service back to London.
Take time to reflect on the sights, sounds and tastes you have enjoyed on your short break to Bruges, as you sit back and relax with a light meal and drinks before your arrival into London St Pancras and the final leg of your journey home.
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BRUGES
The welcoming Hotel Aragon (4-star), is run by the DeGroote family. It has been beautifully converted from historic buildings and is situated in the heart of the medieval centre and only a few steps away from the Markt Square. The hotel has 42 spacious and comfortable en suite rooms which are tastefully decorated and equipped with air conditioning, colour TV, a hairdryer, safe and minibar. The hotel facilities include a cosy lounge area and a bar.
The elegant and stylish Hotel Dukes’ Arches (4 star) formally The Peellaert is situated right in the historical centre of Bruges, only 150 m from the Markt Square. This intimate hotel offers a warm welcome, efficient and friendly service and true hospitality within the inviting and peaceful atmosphere of an old 19th century house. The hotel has 50 spacious and comfortable en suite rooms which are tastefully decorated and equipped with air conditioning, TV, phone, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, safe and minibar. The hotel facilities include a wellness centre and access is free to guests.
This quite unique 4-star hotel is ideally located in the heart of the historical centre of Bruges. Housed in a charming historic building, the Grand Hotel Casselbergh (4 star) is an elegant property, which combines modern luxury and rich history. All bedrooms are larger than average with air conditioning and spacious bathrooms. A wellness centre is available in the 16th century cellars and from the hotel, all interesting places and the numerous shops and restaurants can be easily reached.
Departure dates
Throughout the festive period and tailor-made to suit your holiday needs
Holiday duration is 4 days
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