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Brussels - Carpet of Flowers

Enjoy a memorable Door to Door holiday to Brussels to witness the spectacular Flower Carpet, one of Europe’s most colourful and unique cultural events.

At a Glance

5 Days | 4 Nights | Dinner, Bed and Breakfast | Special Event Holiday | Visits to Ghent and Bruges | Door to Door Travel

 

Why You’ll Love This Tour

Experience one of Europe’s most beautiful and unusual cultural events on this colourful short break to Brussels. The famous Flower Carpet transforms the city’s historic Grand Place into a stunning floral masterpiece, attracting visitors from around the world to admire its vibrant design and craftsmanship.

 

This spectacular display is created using hundreds of thousands of carefully arranged flowers, forming an intricate pattern that fills the entire square with colour and fragrance. With time to explore the display, enjoy the atmosphere of the city and experience the enchanting evening sound and light show, this event offers a truly memorable experience.

 

Alongside the Flower Carpet, this enjoyable holiday includes visits to the charming Belgian cities of Ghent and Bruges, both known for their historic architecture, canals and welcoming cafés. With comfortable travel, carefully planned arrangements and the convenience of Door to Door service, this popular event break offers a wonderful opportunity to experience something truly special.

 

Your Holiday Includes

Travel and Accommodation

  • Door to door home pick up service

  • Elite coach travel throughout

  • Overnight return ferry sailings from Hull to Rotterdam with dinner, cabin and breakfast

  • 2 nights accommodation at the Mövenpick Hotel Brussels Airport on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis

  • Reserved coach seating

 

Included Visits and Experiences

  • Visit to Brussels to experience the famous Grand Place Flower Carpet

  • Time to enjoy the evening sound and light display in the square

  • Free time to explore Brussels city centre

  • Excursions to the historic cities of Ghent and Bruges

  • Scenic touring through Belgium

 

 

Day 1

Departure and Overnight Sailing

Your holiday begins with our convenient Door to Door service as we travel to Hull for the overnight ferry crossing to Rotterdam. Settle into your cabin and enjoy dinner and the onboard facilities as your journey begins.

During Your Stay

During your stay, we travel to Brussels to experience the spectacular Flower Carpet displayed in the historic Grand Place. Created every two years, this remarkable floral installation covers the entire square with a colourful design made from hundreds of thousands of fresh flowers.

You will have time to admire the intricate patterns, take photographs and enjoy the lively atmosphere in the surrounding streets and cafés. In the evening, the square is beautifully illuminated with a special sound and light show, creating a magical setting and bringing the floral artwork to life.

Your holiday also includes visits to the historic cities of Ghent and Bruges, both known for their charming canals, medieval buildings and rich heritage. Here you can explore at leisure, browse local shops or relax in one of the many cafés and restaurants.

Final Day

Return Journey

After breakfast, we begin our journey home, returning via comfortable overnight ferry crossings before our Door to Door service returns you safely home.

Please Note

We always aim to operate the holiday as described. Occasionally changes may be necessary due to local or operational factors. Any adjustments will always be made with your comfort and enjoyment in mind.

About the Event

The Brussels Flower Carpet is one of Europe’s most impressive floral displays and takes place only once every two years in the historic Grand Place. Skilled designers and volunteers carefully arrange more than half a million flowers to create a detailed pattern covering the square.

 

The display typically remains in place for just a few days, making it a rare and special event to witness. Combined with music, lighting and the historic surroundings of the Grand Place, the Flower Carpet creates a truly unforgettable visual experience.

 

About Brussels

Brussels is the capital of Belgium and a city known for its historic architecture, lively squares and rich cultural heritage. The Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is widely regarded as one of Europe’s most beautiful city squares and provides a stunning setting for the famous Flower Carpet.

 

The city also offers excellent shopping, traditional cafés and a welcoming atmosphere, making it an enjoyable destination for visitors looking to combine sightseeing with relaxation.

 

Your Hotel - Mövenpick Hotel Brussels Airport — 3 Star

The Mövenpick Hotel Brussels Airport is a modern and comfortable hotel offering a welcoming base during your stay. With contemporary rooms, relaxing public areas and convenient transport links to the city centre, the hotel provides an ideal setting after a day of sightseeing.

 

Hotel Facilities

  • Lift

  • Restaurant

  • Bar and lounge area

  • Wellness and fitness facilities

  • Rooftop restaurant

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Air-conditioned bedrooms

  • Tea and coffee making facilities

  • Hairdryer in bedrooms

 

 

 

 

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