2025
Bruges Christmas Market day trip 

• Saturday 22nd November

• Sunday 23rd November

• Saturday 29th November

• Sunday 30th November

• Saturday 6th  December

• Sunday 7th  December

• Saturday 13th December

• Sunday 14th December

• Monday 15th December

• Saturday  20th December

• Sunday  21st December

​Please note that the times are to give you an indication only as the ferry sailing timetables have not yet been confirmed for November/December 2025 - we will let you know exact times via email:

• ​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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View your departure points in more detail

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 Irish Ferry to France.  After a 90-minute drive from Calais/Dunkirk, we will arrive in the enchanting 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!

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

• Christmas Markets:  Wander through cobblestone streets adorned with twinkling lights.  Sights, sounds and smells.  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

Map of markets, ice rink and bus drop off and pick up

• Return Coach Travel​: Allocated seats.

• Return Irish Ferry Travel

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Returning Customers

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• 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 six-months left on your passport at the time of departure.  ​​