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4 night Christmas Market Break to Bruges from Newcastle 

Discover the Christmas markets of medieval Bruges, on this 4 night Christmas getaway. This Bruges city break includes 2 nights onboard & 2 nights in a 3 star central hotel.

What's Included:

• 2 nights in an en suite cabin

• Coach transfers to and from Bruges (approx. 3 1/2 hours)

• 2 nights in the 3 Star Novotel Brugge Centrum

• Breakfast at hotel

• Live onboard entertainment
You’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful ambience and varied Christmas markets of this quaint UNESCO-listed Belgian city.

Take a trip in a horse and cart before seeking out the colourful Christmas markets and picking up some unique festive gifts. And don't forget to sample some of the delicious chocolate, for which the city is famous.

With 2 nights in a great hotel, you’ll have plenty of time to discover this town’s many secrets. Surely the most magical of Christmas shopping trips.

Destination Information

For further information on Bruges including things to do and see and why it was voted in Europe's top 20 Christmas Markets by The Times, please visit our Bruges travel guide.



Novotel Brugge Centrum

Hotel Novotel Brugge Centrum - 3 star

The Novotel Brugge is a three star central hotel in one of the most romantic areas of Brugge.

It is the perfect hotel for short trips to the city due to its central location in the most romantic area of Bruges, especially during the Christmas period. 

More information on Hotel Novotel Brugge Centrum


Your time onboard the ferry to Holland

Order your favourite drink onboard

Once onboard the ferry there is a variety of activities for you to enjoy. Treat yourself to a snack or a meal in one of the cafés or restaurants, enjoy a spot of shopping as you travel and unwind as you sail to Holland.

Relax with a drink

We have a number of bars on board our ferries to Holland, each offering something a little different. Enjoy the intimate atmosphere of the Navigator's or Compass Bar. But if you desire something with a little more sparkle the Columbus Club with its mix of live music and entertainment is certain to please.       

Entertainment all night

Try your luck at the casino and enjoy the thrill of the roulette wheel or a game of blackjack all with cash prizes. Or take a trip to the movies and choose from a selection of the latest blockbuster films in our cinema. Onboard Sea shops also provide the perfect opportunity for a spot of Christmas shopping for your family & friends.    

Enjoy a delicious meal

Savour the choice of our cuisine and satisfy your appetite in one of our fantastic restaurants. We pride ourselves on the quality and range of our dishes, all prepared fresh on board by our experienced chefs. Feast on our all you can eat international buffet with its huge selection of hot and cold dishes and scrumptious desserts and cheeses. There are also meals for children who eat half price.

You may prefer to dine à la carte and can enjoy a top quality meal in intimate surroundings or treat yourself to a mouth watering tender steak cooked perfectly to your taste. Alternatively simply select a sandwich, snack or pastry from the cafe.


Your Trip at a Glance

Day 1
14:30 Check-in opens.
16:30 Check-in closes
17:00 Depart North Shields for Holland.

Day 2
09:30 Arrive in Holland.
10:00 Coach departs IJmuiden cruise ferry terminal for Bruges.
13:00 Your coach arrives in Bruges dropping you off at your hotel, The Novotel Brugge Centrum.
Explore at leisure. Perhaps visit the main market square.

Day 3
Enjoy Bruges at your leisure. You have the whole day to explore!

Day 4
Morning at leisure.
13:00 Board the return coach transfer from your hotel.
16:30 Arrive at IJmuiden cruise ferry terminal for check-in and boarding.
17:00 Check-in closes.
17:30 Depart Holland for North Shields.

Day 5
09:00 Arrive in Newcastle

Until 31st March, Sunday arrivals into Newcastle are 09:30 and Sunday arrivals into IJmuiden are 10:00.


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