After departing from Birmingham University in the morning, we took the motorway enroute to Dover for the short sea crossing to Calais, cruising through France and Belgium. We arrived at our hotel in Ostend in the afternoon. Ostend is not just well-known for her sandy beaches, this resort is filled with stylish shopping areas, picturesque markets, friendly pubs, numerous restaurants, bars and cafes as well as a 'superb' casino.
On the second day, we visited Belgium's historic Capitol of Brussels, where we find the impressive Royal Palace and gardens, the historic Grand Palace Square, and the shopping precincts surrounding the Boulevard Adolphe Max.
On the third day, we set off for Sluis, a pretty Dutch border mediaeval town. Here we saw a traditional clog maker at work, explore the canal side stalls and cheese shops, followed by a visit to the town's largest working windmill.
On the final day of the tour, we proceed to the little Vence of the north, Brugge. This beautiful historic city is famous for its miles of canal ways. After which we make our way to Calais and the return ferry crossing to arrive in UK.
Last updated on 23/07/9 by Phyllis Chong