Bruges – Venice of the North
Bruges – Venice of the North
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Bruges – Venice of the North
5 Days Starting and ending in Belgium
Visiting: Bruges, Ghent, Ostend
Tour operator:
Tour code:
wbvn
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
8-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Step back in time and appreciate the delights of the medieval city of Bruges, with enchanting tree-lined canals and splendid architecture. It is the ideal destination from which to explore Ghent and Ostend.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Bruges
Location: Bruges
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Le Bois de Bruges
Meals Included: No Meals
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to our hotel in Bruges for a four-night stay.
Day 2 : Bruges
Location: Bruges
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Le Bois de Bruges
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy free time to wander the beautiful cobbled streets of Bruges.
This perfectly-preserved medieval city has numerous sights to discover, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site city centre, museums and the Lake of Love.
Day 3 : Ghent
Location: Ghent
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Le Bois de Bruges
Meals Included: Breakfast
Included excursion to the charming city of Ghent, often referred to as the historic heart of Flanders.
Ghent manages to combine medieval architectural wealth and idyllic charm within its city walls. From St. Michael’s bridge there is a wonderful view of the skyline of Ghent, which includes the three impressive towers of St. Nicholas’ Church and Sint Baafs Cathedral with its elaborate stone and marble naves. 
Explore the famous quayside of Graslei, lined with bars and restaurants. See the Castle of the Counts or why not enjoy a canal cruise.
Day 4 : Ostend
Location: Ostend
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Le Bois de Bruges
Meals Included: Breakfast
Join us as we explore the charming seaside town of Ostend.
Stroll along the beautiful promenade or relax at the town’s numerous bars and restaurants, where you can sample one of the many beers Belgium is famed for.
Day 5 : Return Home
Location: Ostend
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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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.
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
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Porterage at Hotels
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 4-star Le Bois de Bruges, centrally located in Bruges and within a few minutes walk of popular shops, cafes and restaurants.
Check out our Q&As
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 8 years or above
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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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.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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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
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Shearings requires a minimum deposit of 75 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.