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The Flemish Masters Tour
4 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: Ghent, Bruges, Brussels
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 25
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Meat
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on "The Flemish Masters Tour" and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Belgium. This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the newly restored altarpiece "The Mystic Lamb" at St Baafskathedraal, the medieval charm of Bruges with its art treasures, and the historic sites of Ghent including the Castle of the Counts and 12th-century canalside guildhouses. Enjoy guided visits to the Groeninge Museum, Sint Janshospital, and the MSK Museum of Fine Arts. Travel comfortably by Eurostar from St Pancras to Brussels, with all transfers, tours, and entrance fees included. Stay at the boutique Gravensteen Hotel in Ghent, and savor local cuisine with included dinners and a welcome drink. Art historian Clare Ford-Wille will accompany you throughout this enriching journey.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Travel By Eurostar From St Pancras To Brussels And Onwards To Ghent By Coach.
Location: Ghent
Accommodation Name: Gravensteen Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Transfer by coach to your hotel. Afternoon free before evening welcome reception and talk from Clare Ford-Wille, followed by dinner with wine at a local restaurant.
Day 2: Bruges
Location: Bruges
Accommodation Name: Gravensteen Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A full day to the wonderful city of Bruges, a beautifully preserved canalside, medieval gem. Most visitors only see the picture postcard views, which are wonderful, but the city contains some wonderful art treasures in its Groeninge Museum and Sint Janshospital, both of which we will visit today. We will also take in the Grote Markt, Town Hall, Basilica of the Holy Blood and the Onze Lieuv Vrou to see the tombs of Charles the Bold and his daughter Mary. Evening lecture and dinner with wine at a local restaurant.
Day 3: Ghent
Location: Ghent
Accommodation Name: Gravensteen Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning we take a walking tour to view the exteriors of St Niklaaskerk, the Castle of the Counts and the 12th century canalside guildhouses, as well as a visit to St Baafskathedraal to view Jan Van Eyck’s The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, perhaps the greatest masterpiece of the Northern Renaissance. Afternoon visit to the MSK Museum of Fine Arts, which houses a superb collection of art from the middle ages to the mid-20th century, with particular emphasis on Flemish art. Evening free.
Day 4: Brussels And Home
Location: Brussels
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we head to the European capital to visit the Musées Royaux des Beaux Arts Brussels with their wealth of Flemish and Dutch Masters as well as time to explore independently and enjoy a farewell lunch (not included) before boarding the Eurostar to St Pancras.
What's Included
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Return standard class Eurostar from St Pancras to Brussels
The tour includes return standard class Eurostar tickets from St Pancras to Brussels.
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Three nights’ bed and breakfast at the boutique three-star Gravensteen Hotel, Ghent, based on shared occupancy of a twin/double room
Accommodation for three nights at the boutique three-star Gravensteen Hotel in Ghent, including bed and breakfast, based on shared occupancy of a twin or double room.
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Welcome drink and two dinners with wine at a local restaurant
The tour includes a welcome drink and two dinners with wine at a local restaurant.
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Two lectures, transfers, tours and entrance fees
The tour includes two lectures, all transfers, guided tours, and entrance fees to various attractions.
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Clare Ford-Wille and tour manager throughout
Art historian Clare Ford-Wille and a tour manager will accompany the group throughout the tour.
What's Not Included
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Single room supplement
The cost of a single room supplement is not included in the tour price.
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Holiday insurance
Holiday insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
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Standard Premier/1st Class upgrade on Eurostar
Upgrades to Standard Premier or 1st Class on the Eurostar, which include upgraded seating and a light meal with a complimentary drink, are not included.
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Meals other than those stated
Meals other than those specifically mentioned in the inclusions are not included.
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Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls
Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, and telephone calls are not included.
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Porterage and gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included in the tour price.
Mode of Transport
Travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Brussels and onwards to Ghent by coach. Transfers, tours, and entrance fees are included, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey throughout the tour.
Accommodation
Gravensteen Hotel, Ghent: Small, boutique hotel with just 49 rooms, housed in a 19th century building opposite the 800 year old Counts’ Castle in the heart of lovely Ghent. Facilities here include the “De Donjon” bar, which serves an excellent selection of Belgian beers, breakfast room with an extensive buffet served each morning and very comfortable bedrooms with all modern amenities and tea/coffee.
Check out our Q&As
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Are meals included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a welcome drink and two dinners with wine at a local restaurant. Breakfast is also included each morning at the Gravensteen Hotel. Other meals are not included.
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Who will be guiding the tour?
Art historian Clare Ford-Wille and a tour manager will accompany the group throughout the tour.
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What activities are planned for the second day in Bruges?
The second day includes a full day in Bruges, visiting the Groeninge Museum, Sint Janshospital, Grote Markt, Town Hall, Basilica of the Holy Blood, and the Onze Lieuv Vrou. The day concludes with an evening lecture and dinner with wine at a local restaurant.
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What are some of the key highlights of the tour?
Key highlights include viewing the newly restored altarpiece 'The Mystic Lamb' at St Baafskathedraal, visiting medieval Bruges and its art treasures, exploring the Musées Royaux des Beaux Arts in Brussels, and touring the MSK Museum of Fine Arts in Ghent.
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What is planned for the final day in Brussels?
On the final day, you will visit the Musées Royaux des Beaux Arts in Brussels and have some time to explore independently. A farewell lunch (not included) is planned before boarding the Eurostar back to St Pancras.
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What will we do on the third day in Ghent?
On the third day, there will be a walking tour to view the exteriors of St Niklaaskerk, the Castle of the Counts, and the 12th-century canalside guildhouses. You will also visit St Baafskathedraal to see Jan Van Eyck’s 'The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb' and the MSK Museum of Fine Arts. The evening is free.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes three nights' bed and breakfast at the boutique three-star Gravensteen Hotel in Ghent, based on shared occupancy of a twin or double room. The hotel is housed in a 19th-century building opposite the 800-year-old Counts’ Castle and features the 'De Donjon' bar, a breakfast room with an extensive buffet, and very comfortable bedrooms with modern amenities.
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Are there any additional costs not included in the tour price?
Yes, additional costs not included in the tour price are the single room supplement, holiday insurance, upgrades to Standard Premier or 1st Class on the Eurostar, meals other than those stated, personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, and telephone calls, and porterage and gratuities.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour includes travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Brussels and onwards to Ghent by coach. All transfers, tours, and entrance fees are included, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey throughout the tour.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Brussels and then transfer by coach to your hotel in Ghent. The afternoon is free, followed by an evening welcome reception and talk from Clare Ford-Wille, and dinner with wine at a local restaurant.
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Are there any lectures included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes two lectures.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Final joining instructions and documentation will be despatched approximately 10 days before travel.
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Do I need any Visas or Vaccinations for my holidays?
Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change. Please check with your local doctor/GP about the current Vaccination requirements of the country you are visiting. For Visa enquiries, please contact the Embassy of the country you are visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Generally, single and double rooms carry the same price, which means that single supplements for certain itineraries can seem high. We would be pleased to arrange for clients travelling alone to share with another client, however this is subject to somebody in the same situation booking on the tour. If you would be interested in this option, please let us know at the time of enquiry/booking.
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Where does the tour manager meet us?
In most cases the tour manager will travel out with the tour group from the UK. However, this is not always the case and the tour manager may meet you at the destination station / airport. The exact details specific to your tour will be given to you in your final documentation, 10 days prior to departure.
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Travel Editions requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travel editions charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 45% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.