Adventures with
Coach Innovations
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Itinerary
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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!
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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.
So much to do
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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!
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Explore fairytale Markt, travel to the top of the Belfry of Bruges for an amazing panorama, visit the Basilica of the Holy Blood.
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Ice Rink: Picture yourself gliding across the ice rink surrounded by festive cheer.
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Horse-Drawn Carriages: Take a romantic ride through the cobbled streets, feeling like you have stepped back in time.
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English Guided Boat Tour: Discover the hidden gems of Bruges from its charming canals.
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Shopping: Great shops; sample exquisite Belgium chocolates, perfect for gifts or a personal treat. Stock up on Belgium beers.
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Cozy Coffee Shops: Warm up with a hot drink in one of the many coffee shops.
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Lively Bars and Restaurants: Savour delicious local cuisine and festive drinks in the vibrant bars and restaurants.
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Sample Festive Treats
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Belgian Waffles
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Speculoos Biscuits - spiced cinnamon biscuits in festive shapes
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Artisan cheese stalls
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Belgian hot chocolate
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Duval or Mulled Wine
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Belgian Beers
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Departure Dates 2026
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Saturday 21st November
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Sunday 22nd November (Only Route 1)
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Saturday 28th November
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Sunday 29th November (Only Route 1)
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Saturday 5th December
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Sunday 6th December
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Saturday 12th December
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Sunday 13th December
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Monday 14th December (Only Route 1)
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Saturday 19th December
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Sunday 20th December
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Monday 21st December (Only Route 1)
Bruges/Blankenburg Weekend
Why not upgrade to our Bruges/Blankenburg Christmas Market Weekend:
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28-29 November
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5-6 December
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12-13th 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
Departure Points Route 1
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02:35 Hammersmith Apollo
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03:05 London 320 Vauxhall Bridge Road
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03:30 London New Cross Gate
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03:45 Bexleyheath Black Prince Interchange A2
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04:25 Maidstone Services M20
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05:10 Dover Premier Inn, Marine Parade
Departure Points Route 2
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02:25 Chelmsford, Boreham Services A12
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02:50 Pitsea. McDonalds/KFC
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03:05 Stanford-le-Hope. BP/McDonalds A13
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03:45 Thurrock Services M25 Coach Park
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.
What's Included
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Return Coach Travel
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Preallocated seats ensuring all your family and friends are sat together
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Return Cross Channel Ferry
“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