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2025
Bruges Christmas Market Day Trip 

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Escape to the enchanting city of Bruges for festive cheer and medieval charm

Don't miss this opportunity to create unforgettable memories in one of Europe's most picturesque cities - book your magical getaway in Bruges today!

£89 per person


Returning customers, don’t forget to ask for your exclusive discount code

Upgrade to Club Class?

Why not upgrade to Club Class  for an extra £7.00 per person

  • Seat back entertainment

  • Hostess Service serving hot and cold food and drinks

  • WIFIW/CCharging points

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Itinerary

  • Begin your adventure from your chosen pick-up point and travel to the Port of Dover. Here, we'll have a short break before boarding our Ferry to France.  After a 90-minute drive from Calais, we'll arrive in the medieval city of Bruges.

Return Journey

  • At 5:30 pm, we'll bid farewell to Bruges and make our way back to the channel port, returning to the familiar shores of Blighty.  Don't forget to stock up on your duty-free goodies just in time for Christmas!​

  • Our estimated arrival back in England is approximately 21:15 hours, then retracing the route back to your drop-off points.

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Why not travel on a Sunday?

Food for thought! Many of our regulars who travel to Bruges Christmas Markets with us year after year choose to travel on a Sundays as it's a considerably quieter than Saturdays and more relaxing!

So much to do

  • Christmas Markets:  Wander through cobblestone streets adorned with twinkling lights.  Market Square Grote Markt offers a traditional Christmas market experience.  Shop charming Christmas gifts, enjoy delicious festive treats and embrace the wonderful Christmas atmosphere.  Meanwhile Simon Stevinplein Christmas Market specialises in artisanal crafts, is the perfect place if you're seeking unique gifts to surprise your loved ones at home!

  • Explore fairytale Markt, travel to the top of the Belfry of Bruges for an amazing panorama, visit the Basilica of the Holy Blood.

  • Ice Rink:  Picture yourself gliding across the ice rink surrounded by festive cheer.

  • Horse-Drawn Carriages: Take a romantic ride through the cobbled streets, feeling like you have stepped back in time.

  • English Guided Boat Tour: Discover the hidden gems of Bruges from its charming canals.

  • Shopping:  Great shops; sample exquisite Belgium chocolates, perfect for gifts or a personal treat.  Stock up on Belgium beers.

  • Cozy Coffee Shops: Warm up with a hot drink in one of the many coffee shops.

  • Lively Bars and Restaurants: Savour delicious local cuisine and festive drinks in the vibrant bars and restaurants.

  • Sample Festive Treats

    • Belgian Waffle​s

    • Speculoos Biscuits - spiced cinnamon biscuits in festive shapes

    • Artisan cheese stalls

    • Belgian hot chocolate

    • Duval or Mulled Wine

    • Belgian Beers

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Departure Dates 2025

We are selling out fast - if your date isn't available for the day trip we are running Bruges/Blankenburg Christmas Market Weekend on 29th-30th November,

6th-7th December & 13th/14th December. You can upgrade you to this trip using any vouchers.  Just email enquiries@coachinnovations.co.uk 

 

For more information click here

Bruges/Blankenburge Christmas Market Weekend

  • Saturday 22nd November 

  • Sunday 23rd November

  • Saturday 29th November Sold Out

  • Sunday 30th November

  • Saturday 6th  December Sold Out

  • Sunday 7th  December

  • Saturday 13th December

  • Sunday 14th December

  • Monday 15th December

  • Saturday  20th December

  • Sunday  21st December

Departure Points Route 1

  • ​​​​03:05 Hammersmith Apollo

  • 03:35 London 320 Vauxhall Bridge Road

  • 04:00 London New Cross Gate

  • 04:15 Bexleyheath Black Prince Interchange A2

  • 04:55 Maidstone Services M20

  • 05:40 Dover Premier Inn, Marine Parade​​​​

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Departure Points Route 2

  • ​02:55 Chelmsford, Boreham Services A12

  • 03:20 Pitsea. McDonalds/KFC

  • 03:35 Stanford-le-Hope. BP/McDonalds A13

  • 04:15 Thurrock Services M25 Coach Park

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What's Included

 

  • Return Coach Travel​

  • Preallocated seats ensuring all your family and friends are sat together

  • Return Cross Channel Ferry

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Returning Customers

 

​Don't forget to ask for a discount code for all your family and friends.  Discount code must be added at the time of booking.  Don't forget valid passport is required for all British citizens and you must have a minimum of three months left on your passport at the time of departure.  ​​

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“We went on a day trip to Brugge for the Christmas Market and even though the weather wasn't on our side (Storm Darragh) with the heavy rain and winds our 2 drivers  got us there and back safely. The office was very helpful and nothing was to much trouble. Thanks again !”

Kelli

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