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Ghent

Medieval Belgian city break with train travel and one night hotel

Illustration of Ghent

Railtour Suisse operates this 2-day, 1-night escape to Ghent, Belgium, combining train travel with a stay in a 3-star hotel. The package includes 2nd-class rail fare, leaving you free to discover the city's medieval character at your own pace. Ghent sits at the confluence of the Scheldt and Leie rivers, with three famous towers (St. Nicholas, the Belfry, and St. Bavo Cathedral) anchoring its skyline. Beyond the famous churches and Gravensteen Castle, the city pulses with creative energy from its student population, vibrant waterfront promenades, and four museums spanning art, design, and local history. Medieval squares and lively cafés invite leisurely exploration. This package suits history lovers and couples seeking a short cultural break without the structure of a guided itinerary.

Price history

Across 4 checks, this price has risen CHF 29 since 4 Jul, to CHF 396.

CHF 396CHF 3674 Jul12 Sep

Each point is a day we checked this operator's own page, not a weekly average, and the line holds flat between checks rather than guessing at movement we did not see. 1 of 4 point is a live read of the operator's page. Hollow points are values shown when the trip was first listed here and never confirmed with the operator.

One reading is held out of the price above and this history: an unconfirmed large change. We only price on the operator's package from-price, read from its own page.

What to know before you look closer

  • The operator publishes no day-by-day itinerary for this package; confirm the exact structure and rail timing with Railtour Suisse before booking.
  • Price covers the hotel and train travel only; meals and museum entry are not included.

Included

  • 2nd class train journey
  • 1 night in a 3-star hotel

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?
From CHF 396 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $486 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
What is included?
Train journey in 2nd class and one night in a 3-star hotel in Ghent.
Is this an escorted tour?
The pack does not specify; contact Railtour Suisse to confirm whether the package includes a guide or is self-guided.
What are the main sights in Ghent?
St. Bavo Cathedral with the Ghent Altarpiece, the three towers (St. Nicholas, Belfry, St. Bavo), Gravensteen Castle, the Graslei and Korenlei harbour, and four museums: SMAK, MSK, STAM, and DING.
When does this trip depart?
The operator does not list specific departure dates in the available information; contact Railtour Suisse for current availability.

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