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Bruges & Ghent at Yuletide by Rail

Four-day Bruges and Ghent Christmas escape by Eurostar from London

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Leger Holidays' four-day escorted tour combines rail travel and medieval charm, departing London via Eurostar in December. You travel from London St Pancras International to Brussels by Eurostar, then coach to Bruges, where you stay three nights at the 4-star Novotel Brugge Centrum. An experienced Tour Manager accompanies the group throughout. Day 2 features a guided walking tour through Bruges' tree-lined canals and historic streets, with the afternoon free to explore the Christmas markets. On Day 3, the coach takes you to nearby Ghent for a sightseeing canal cruise and more free time among the medieval architecture and festive stalls. Breakfast is provided daily, and a welcome dinner with a drink is included on arrival. The return to London is by Eurostar from Brussels on Day 4. This short break suits first-time rail travellers, couples seeking a relaxed getaway, and anyone looking for guided comfort at a straightforward price.

What to know before you look closer

  • On Day 1, you make your own way to London St Pancras International; the tour meets you there.
  • On Day 4, after returning to London by Eurostar, you make your own way home from St Pancras.
  • The hotel is 'or similar' to the Novotel Brugge Centrum; the final accommodation depends on availability at booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Bruges, Belgium

    Make your own way to London St. Pancras International where you will meet your friendly Tour Manager and board the Eurostar to Brussels. We then transfer by coach to beautiful Bruges. After checking in to the hotel, enjoy a welcome dinner and drink.

    Meals: Dinner

  2. Day 2overnight: Bruges, Belgium

    Bruges Guided Walking Tour & Free Time

    After breakfast, our local guide will meet us at our hotel for a two-hour walking tour of Bruges. After the tour, the rest of the day is free to explore Bruges at your own pace and wander around the quaint Christmas markets.

    Meals: Breakfast

  3. Day 3overnight: Bruges, Belgium

    Ghent Sightseeing Canal Cruise & Free Time

    This morning, we travel by coach to Ghent and board a sightseeing canal cruise. There's plenty of free time to discover its medieval architecture and the magical Christmas markets before we return to the hotel by coach.

    Meals: Breakfast

  4. Day 4rail

    After breakfast, we transfer by coach to Brussels for our return journey by Eurostar back to London St. Pancras International. After arriving in London, you will make your own way home.

    Meals: Breakfast

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Board Eurostar at London St Pancras International and travel to Brussels, then coach to Bruges for a welcome dinner with a glass of beer, wine, or soft drink.
  • Day 2Join a two-hour guided walking tour of Bruges with a local guide, then spend the rest of the day exploring the Christmas markets at your own pace.
  • Day 3Travel by coach to Ghent and board a sightseeing canal cruise, followed by free time to wander the medieval streets and visit the Christmas markets.

Included

  • Return Eurostar from London St Pancras International to Brussels
  • 3 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • Welcome dinner with a glass of beer, wine or a soft drink
  • Services of an experienced Tour Manager

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes. Return Eurostar from London St Pancras International to Brussels is included in the price.
Is this an escorted tour?
Yes. Leger Holidays provides an experienced Tour Manager throughout the four days.
What hotel are we staying in?
The Novotel Brugge Centrum, a 4-star hotel in the heart of Bruges, for three nights.
What meals are included?
Continental breakfast each morning and a welcome dinner with a drink on Day 1.
When does this tour run?
This is a pre-Christmas getaway; the evidence indicates a December departure.
How much walking is involved?
You should be comfortable walking for 10 to 20 minutes and carrying your own luggage. A two-hour guided walking tour is included in Bruges.

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