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Paris and Bruges

5-day rail trip: Paris to medieval Bruges via Brussels

Illustration of Paris and Bruges

Railbookers runs Paris and Bruges, a 5-day, 4-night rail vacation between France and Belgium. Two nights in Paris open the trip, with a hop-on hop-off pass, skip-the-line access to the top of the Eiffel Tower, a scenic Seine river cruise, and skip-the-line tickets to the Louvre Museum, which is closed on Tuesdays. From Paris, the high-speed Thalys train runs to Brussels, connecting to a train on to Bruges, known as the 'Venice of the North' for its winding canals and cobbled streets. Two nights in Bruges follow, with a guided city tour of the medieval town's history and a boat trip along one of its canals, plus time to sample local bakeries and chocolate shops. The trip ends with a final train back to Brussels. It suits travelers drawn to a mix of Paris landmarks and Bruges' slower, canal-side pace, with guided highlights bundled into both cities.

What to know before you look closer

  • Railbookers lists 12 accommodation options across tiers and cities for this trip; the specific hotel you get depends on the tier and city you choose.
  • Louvre tickets are only usable when the museum is open; the evidence notes the Louvre is "closed on Tuesdays."

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Paris

    Your Journey Begins in Paris

    Welcome to Paris! On arrival head to your hotel for a two-night stay, then get out to explore the city with your included Hop-on Hop-off pass. In the evening why not speak to any of our knowledgeable Rail Experts about a night at the world-famous Moulin Rouge?

  2. Day 2overnight: Paris

    Paris

    It's a day to remember today, as you explore the very best the city has to offer. Included for you is a skip-the-line tour to the very top of the Eiffel Tower, a one-hour scenic Seine cruise, and skip-the-line tickets to the world-famous Louvre Museum. You also have another day of exploring the city with your handy hop-on hop-off pass which gives you the best views of the beautiful boulevards and arrondissements that make Paris so famous.

  3. Day 3railovernight: Bruges

    Paris to Bruges

    After breakfast, take the high-speed Thalys train from Paris to Brussels before connecting to take the train from Brussels to Bruges. On arrival check in at your hotel for a three-night stay. The "Venice of the North," Bruges is a medieval masterpiece of a city packed with winding canals and cobbled streets. Beautifully preserved houses and museums like the Groeninghe give it a film set feel.

  4. Day 4overnight: Bruges

    Bruges

    Learn all of Bruges' vast history today with a wonderful city tour, then perhaps take a boat trip down one of the picturesque canals. Be sure to sample treats at local bakeries, chocolate shops and bars away from the beaten track, and pick up some goodies to take back home! In the evening, enjoy a delicious meal in one of the top-rated restaurants along the canals.

  5. Day 5rail

    Your Journey Ends in Bruges

    After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and take the train to Brussels, where your journey ends. If you wish to extend your journey, perhaps with an additional day in a different city, one of our Rail Specialists will be happy to assist you with the details.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2A skip-the-line tour reaches the top of the Eiffel Tower, paired with a one-hour scenic Seine cruise and skip-the-line tickets to the Louvre Museum.
  • Day 3The high-speed Thalys train runs from Paris to Brussels, connecting to a train on to Bruges, the "Venice of the North," known for its winding canals and cobbled streets.
  • Day 4A city tour covers Bruges' history, followed by a boat trip down one of its canals.

Included

  • All rail in standard class throughout
  • 2 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast in Paris
  • 2 nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast in Bruges
  • Skip the Line Eiffel Tower tickets
  • 2 Day Paris hop-on hop-off pass
  • Scenic Paris River Cruise
  • Skip the line Louvre Museum tickets (closed on Tuesdays)
  • Bruges city tour

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. All rail travel in standard class is included, including the high-speed Thalys train from Paris to Brussels and a connecting train to Bruges.
What's included in Paris?
Skip-the-line Eiffel Tower tickets, a 2-day hop-on hop-off pass, a scenic Seine river cruise, and skip-the-line Louvre Museum tickets (the Louvre is closed on Tuesdays).
What's included in Bruges?
A guided city tour of Bruges, plus two nights' hotel accommodation with breakfast.
How many nights are spent in each city?
Two nights in Paris and two nights in Bruges.
How much does it cost?
From $749 per person, per Railbookers.

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