SHORT BREAKS
4 DAYS
4 DAYS
Arras
Lille
A Weekend in Arras Just 1 ¼ hours’ drive from Calais, the city of Arras is famous for the stunning architecture of its Grand Place and Place des Héros squares. Surrounded by handsome stone houses built in the Flemish Baroque style, these cobbled squares are a stunning setting for the city’s bars, restaurants, cafés & shops, overlooked by the impressive belfry of the town hall. Our tour includes a visit to the Carrière Wellington tunnels and a pleasant cruise through Amiens’ lovely Floating Gardens. PACKAGED ITINERARY Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel late afternoon, with time to explore this historic town. Day 2 Arras & Carrière Wellington We spend this morning in Arras, known for its two ornate squares. Today (Saturday) is market day in the architecturally beautiful Grand Place and Place des Héros. We then make the short journey to visit the Carrière Wellington museum, part of a network of tunnels used during World War I. Our guided tour takes us 20 metres underground via lift shaft, where we learn more about their construction and the Battle of Arras. Day 3 Amiens & Les Hortillonnages We spend today in the city of Amiens, starting with a guided boat trip of Les Hortillonnages , also known as the ‘Floating Gardens’. Exclusively visited by boats, this beautiful maze of water gardens is a wonderful sight. We spend the afternoon at leisure in Amiens, home to one of the largest classic Gothic churches of the 13th century. Day 4 Departure After breakfast, we begin our journey home. Arras & Chantilly Flower Show Please call us if you would like to combine a stay in Arras with a visit to the Chantilly Flower Show – May & October. Christmas in Arras Arras hosts one of the region’s most popular Christmas Markets – please call us if you would like to visit Arras during the festive period. World War I Battlefields Please contact us if you require an itinerary for a World War I Battlefields theme.
A Weekend in Lille Whatever the season, Lille is the perfect place for a short weekend break. Less than 1 ½ hours’ drive from Calais, why not use Lille as a base with further visits to the historic town of Arras and Belgian city, Bruges. SUGGESTED ITINERARY Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel. Day 2 Lille & Arras We spend this morning browsing the shops and bistros that line the windy cobbled streets of Lille old town. As Saturday is market day in the main square – Place Sébastopol – we can also browse the market stalls. In the afternoon we can visit the nearby city of Arras, known for its two ornate squares brimming with shops and restaurants, before returning to Lille early evening. Day 3 Lille Wazemmes Market & Bruges Today we can pay a visit to the locally renowned Wazemmes flower and food market in Lille before setting off to spend the rest of the day in Bruges. Here, we can relax in the Belgian city, try a river cruise or a horse-drawn carriage ride, as well as sampling a beer in one of the traditional Belgian breweries. We return to Lille in the evening. Day 4 Departure After breakfast, we begin our journey home, with time to pause at a French hypermarket for some last minute shopping.
Christmas in Lille Lille hosts one of the region’s most popular Christmas Markets – please call us if you would like to visit Lille during the festive period. World War I Battlefields With close proximity to many important sites of interest relating to World War I, this hotel is ideal for breaks with a World War I Battlefields themed itinerary. Please contact our sales team to discuss your requirements.
Novotel Lille Centre Gares Lille, Nord-Pas-de-Calais Plus
Mercure Arras Centre Gare Arras, Nord-Pas-de-Calais Plus
This 4 star hotel is located in an excellent position in a quiet street, just a 2 minute walk from Euralille shopping centre and a 5 minute walk from the city centre. All 96 air-conditioned bedrooms are spacious and have facilities including TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The reception, bar and restaurant are bright and contemporary, and there is also an outdoor courtyard. • Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge (subject to availability) 3 Nights Bed & Breakfast Based on Friday arrivals
This 4 star hotel is located in the centre of Arras. Each of the 98 bedrooms is equipped with a TV, hairdryer and tea/ coffee making facilities. The hotel has a modern bar with several cosy sections all decorated in ‘library’ style and a stylish ground floor restaurant. In the winter months, there is a welcoming fire in one of the lounge areas. • Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge 3 Nights Bed & Breakfast Based on Friday arrivals
Inclusions • Return short sea crossing • Porterage • Welcome soft drink
Inclusions • Return short sea crossing • Porterage & welcome glass of white wine • 75 minute guided tour of Carrière Wellington • 45 minute guided boat cruise of Les Hortillonnages
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