Belgian Ardennes by Luxuria
Belgian Ardennes by Luxuria
Belgian Ardennes by Luxuria
5 Days Starting in Bouillon, Belgium and ending in Calais, France
Visiting: Bouillon, Dinant, La Roche-en-Ardenne, Calais
Tour operator:
Tour code:
5bbah
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Activities:
Art Galleries & Museums, Beer Tasting, Boat/Cruise Excursion
Tour Overview
A charming tour of the rolling Belgian Ardennes, based in the ‘Pearl of the Semois Valley’, Bouillon, which boasts Belgium’s finest medieval castle. The Ardennes, situated in the south-east of Belgium, are one of nature's unspoilt areas. Rich in fauna and flora, this is a region of forests, castles, woodland, hills and river valleys.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive In Bouillon
Location: Bouillon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel de la Poste
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then by coach to Bouillon in Belgium for four nights.
Day 2 : Dinant & Brewery Tour
Location: Bouillon, Dinant
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel de la Poste
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join our included excursion to the beautiful town of Dinant, picturesquely situated on the River Meuse and dominated by the Citadel that sits high above the town and also the stunning onion-shaped dome of the Cathedral. We include a cruise along the river to Anseremme and back through the breathtaking scenery.
In the afternoon, we drive to a local brewery at Brasserie Caracole where they still brew in the old-fashioned way in copper vats heated over a wood fire. We learn about the history of the brewery and the raw materials before enjoying a tasting of four of their beers. We then return to our hotel.
Day 3 : Durbuy
Location: Bouillon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel de la Poste
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional excursion to Durbuy, which dates from medieval times and is often referred to as the smallest town on earth with less than 400 residents. Durbuy is a stunning village in the rolling hills, which houses an excellent topiary gardens. Its pedestrian streets, winding between the ancient houses, are narrow and cobbled and a joy to explore. Enjoy lunch in one of the many excellent restaurants.
Day 4 : Bouillon & La Roche-En-Ardenne
Location: La Roche-en-Ardenne, Bouillon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel de la Poste
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We have free time this morning in our host town of Bouillon. The town is dominated by its most important historic site, the majestic castle. The River Semois flows through the town ensuring the castle is surrounded by nature on all sides. As well as the castle, the River Semois encircles the historic centre of the town. In the afternoon we make the scenic journey to La Roche-en-Ardenne, a picturesque town with its own historic castle and interesting Battle of the Bulge Museum.
Day 5 : Return Home
Location: Calais
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we journey to Calais, then return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
This trip includes coach travel from/to a local UK joining point
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Fully Guided
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International Travel
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the Hotel de la Poste in the centre of Bouillon.
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
On Leger Coach Holidays, your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Fully escorted by our experienced drivers/crews. And in most towns and cities we either include or offer optional sightseeing tours with expert local guides to help you get the most from your visits.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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What type of coach will be used?
You will travel on either our Luxuria Coach or our Silver Service Coach
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Some tours carry a supplement for solo travellers, please ask for details if the Single price is not shown
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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