Description
Enjoy the festive wonder of Ostend and Bruges as they come alive with the magic of Christmas with Belgium's most enchanting Christmas markets. In Ostend, experience the seaside charm infused with yuletide spirit, while in Bruges, delve into a fairytale realm amidst medieval splendor. Wander through stalls adorned with artisanal crafts, savor the aroma of mulled wine, and delight in the twinkling lights that illuminate cobblestone streets. Join us as we celebrate the season at the Christmas markets of Ostend and Bruges.
Itinerary
What’s Included?
- Coach travel with reserved seating- Two nights dinner, bed & breakfast at The Royal Astrid Hotel, Ostend- Two overnight sailings on board P&O Ferries from Hull on a twin bunk en-suite cabin only basis- Visit to Brussels Christmas Market- Time in Ostend to enjoy the Christmas Market- Excursion to enjoy the delights of historic Bruges with its Christmas Market- Visit to Aachen Christmas MarketBrussels Christmas Market - Brussels Christmas Market- Exhibitors from all over Europe setting up wooden chalets around the Bourse (Stock Exchange), Place Sainte Catherine and the Fish Market you sure to find plenty of Christmas goodies\n\nOstend Christmas Market - Taking place in Church Square in the historic center of Ostend, near the North Sea beaches. The market features over 150 festively decorated wooden chalets\n\nBruges Christmas Market - With fairytale winter chalets and sparkling lights. You will be able to buy goods ranging from children's toys to handmade jewellery and delicious chocolate treats.\n\nAachen Christmas Market - The Aachen Christmas market is a feast for the senses - more than 120 traders, artisans, artists and restaurateurs offer their products\n\nThe Royal Astrid Hotel, Ostend - Bright and spacious rooms are the ideal place to wake up on our holiday to the Ostend. Situated close to the centre of this delightful seaside town, The Royal Astrid is the perfect place to stay.\n\n* Passports are required for all passengers traveling outside of the UK.\n\nMeal Deal on P&O Ferries - We are pleased to offer a special 'Meal Deal' including five course buffet dinner and buffet breakfast on the outward and return journey for only £79 per person.\n\n* Prices are based on twin bunk inside cabins, other cabins are available at a supplement
Your Included Itinerary
Day One\nOvernight sailing with P&O ferries from Hull to Rotterdam\n\nDay Two. - Visit Brussels Christmas Market\nTravel from Europort to Brussels Christmas Market for free time before continuing onto Ostend to check in to the Royal Hotel. \nBrussels Christmas Market- Exhibitors from all over Europe setting up wooden chalets around the Bourse (Stock Exchange), Place Sainte Catherine and the Fish Market you sure to find plenty of Christmas goodies .\n\nDay Three -Visit to Bruges Christmas Market\nWith fairytale winter chalets and sparkling lights. You will be able to buy goods ranging from children'stoys tohandmade jewellery and delicious chocolate treats.\n\nDay Four- Visit to Aachen Christmas Market \nAfter departing the hotel after breakfast, we make our way to Aachen Christmas Market for free time. One of the best Christmas Markets in Germany, Aachen's old city centre is an absolute must visit during the festive season. The Aachen Christmas market is a feast for the senses - more than 120 traders, artisans, artists and restaurateurs offer their products surrounded by the festive glitter of the city´s Christmas decorations. Continue to Rotterdam for our return sailing with P&O Ferries\n\nDay Five\nArrival back into Hull for your return journey home
Venue Information
Royal Astrid Hotel Royal Astrid Hotel, Ostend
These bright and spacious rooms are the ideal place to wake up on our holiday to the Ostend. Situated close to the centre of this delightful seaside town, The Royal Astrid is the perfect place to stay.\n\nHotel Features: All bedrooms with en-suite facilities, telephone & television ● Bar ● Restaurant ● Leisure facilities.