This day-long tour takes guests to the city of the Flanders, nicknamed 'the small Venice of the North' for its typical architecture, colorful charm, and hundred-year-old traditions. Guests will set off early from Paris on the drive to Bruges in a shared motorcoach. Upon reaching, they will accompany their knowledgeable guide on a walking tour of the old city, past the 13th-century Beguinage and Place du Bourg with the Saint-Sang Basilica. Some of the highlights of the city are the Gothic-style Town Hall, the bustling Grand Place lined with quaint houses sporting colorful facades, and the indoor market with a belfry. In the summer time, participants will also enjoy a leisurely cruise along the famous canals of the city. After the guided tour, they may wish to buy themselves lunch at a local cafe or pop into one of the museums showcasing Flemish art. Before they head back to Paris, guests can browse stores offering handmade lace and Belgian chocolates.

Duration:
Approximately 14 hours

Start Time:
7:15am

Inclusions:
Round trip transportation from Paris in an air-conditioned motorcoach, sights as listed in the description, and canal cruise (only in summer). This is subject to change depending on the day of tour.

Exclusions:
Transportation to/from hotel, lunch, and gratuities.

Meeting Point:
Hotel Pullman Bercy, 1 rue de Libourne, 75012 Paris

Ending Point:
Hotel Pullman Bercy, 1 rue de Libourne, 75012 Paris

Not Suitable For:
This tour is only partly wheelchair accessible to guests with varying mobility needs. Participants who use a wheelchair must be able to board and disembark the motorcoach independently and use a foldable (nonelectric) wheelchair during the tour. For any questions or concerns, please contact the reservations team for more information.

Important Information:
– This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure.

– Group size: Maximum of 75 people.

– The tour operates on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays from April-October; Tuesdays and Sundays from November-March.

– We recommend good walking shoes and warm clothing in winter as Bruges has a particularly humid climate.

– Bringing your passport is compulsory for EU non-residents.