Bruges and Brussels Christmas Markets

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service to Bruges for four nights.

Today we enjoy an included excursion to the charming medieval city of Bruges. Bruges boasts quite a unique magic at this time of year, with its stunning buildings including the Gothic clock, town halls and medieval belfry, that dominate the beautifully illuminated and festive garland-filled main square. You will have free time to explore the Christmas Markets, which are magnificently brought to life, offering an assortment of handmade gifts, decorations, and food, including a tempting array of Belgian chocolates made especially for Christmas.

Today we travel into Antwerp on our optional excursion. Famous for being the diamond capital of the world and one of the fashion cities of Europe, Antwerp is both stylish and confident. You will have time at leisure to explore the charming narrow streets, spacious squares and elegant boutiques which ensure Antwerp remain typically Flemish in character.

After a leisurely morning we enjoy a visit to Brussels where the Christmas Markets brighten this already vibrant city, with its charming streets and squares transformed into a winter wonderland. The Christmas markets are bursting with continental atmosphere, and the quaint snow-topped roofs of the wooden chalets offer an array of festive delights.

In the Grand Place itself, one of the world’s most beautiful squares, admire the stunning baroque façades of the guild houses and Town Hall, all illuminated and dressed in festive garlands. The square’s famous cobbles host a fabulous Christmas tree. We return to our hotel later this evening.

Today we return home.