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- Easy to reach for UK groups and perfect as part of a multi-destination tour for international ensembles.
- Wide variety of performance opportunities
- Charming cities and a picturesque coastline
The perfect close-to-home touring destination
Within easy access of Calais, Belgium is the perfect close-to-home touring destination for our UK groups and is an ideal choice for international music tours that start in the UK. The country has plenty of venues on offer, meaning all group types choosing Belgium as their destination will not be disappointed. Belgium is a country many people travel through but fewer rarely take the time to visit yet it has so much to offer. Multicultural and multilingual, Belgium is a vibrant combination which is reflected in its architecture, traditions and cuisine which, of course, includes some of the finest chocolate and beer in the world!
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Flight time1 hour 10 minutes from London
Journey timeGhent 2 Hours, Leuven 3 Hours from Calais
Sample itinerary
(Orchestras)
If you are a different ensemble type, please ask us for a sample itinerary.
Day 1
Morning departure from home and afternoon arrival in Ghent. Time to start exploring the town.
Day 2
Depart for Brussels to enjoy the sights and an afternoon concert at St Michael and St Gudula. Return to Ghent for an evening of recreation.
Day 3
Morning visit to Bruges to enjoy canal cruise and a visit to De Halve Maan Brewery. Continue to Ostend for afternoon concert on the bandstand. Return to Ghent.
Day 4
Morning at leisure in Ghent. Depart Ghent for journey to Calais and afternoon Channel crossing and evening return home.
Extra activities and excursions
Browse a selection of our favourite activities and excursions.
- De Halve Maan Brewery
- Chocolaterie Sukerbuyc
- Brussels
- Bruges
Enjoy a guided tour of one of Belgium’s oldest breweries.
Enjoy a mouthwatering visit to this chocolate makers in Bruges.
See the Grand’Place and the excellent Musical Instruments Museum.
Hire bikes and enjoy a tour around this lovely city.
Where to stay
Popular places to stay.
- Ghent
- Leuven
Ghent is a very popular base for our groups; every bit as beautiful as Bruges yet a much more compact and a quieter alternative. Ghent is dominated by the imposing 12th century Castle of the Counts, while canals weave their way through the town. On the banks are countless churches, museums and glorious medieval buildings, including the magnificent town hall and belfry. St Bavo’s cathedral not only boasts wonderful works of art by Van Eyck and Rubens but also the largest organ in the Benelux countries.
Situated less than half an hour’s drive to the east of Brussels, Leuven is a glorious town of stunning medieval architecture and home to one of the world’s oldest catholic universities. Hence the city has a fantastic mix of old and new, with plenty of lively bars and cafes set amidst some of the most beautiful architecture you can find. Leuven’s richest monument is the ornately decorated town hall, which stands in the pedestrianised main square, while just outside the city you will find the Interbrew company, which brews the world famous Stella Artois lager.
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We accept any group as long as they are used to performing together as an ensemble, even if only to their fellow students and parents. We always ask for a recent recording of your group and we have range of venues on offer that will welcome beginner groups as well as experienced ensembles.
Travelling by coach is the most economical and flexible way to tour. Be collected from your meeting point and arrive at your destination in comfort on air-conditioned, high specification coaches. Enjoy the freedom of your own vehicle whilst on tour and travel in comfort with reclining seats and toilet. More and more groups choose to fly. We can arrange your flights from your local airport as well as from London. Once you have arrived at your destination, we can provide transfers to your accommodation and local coach hire throughout your music tour.
The most pleasant times of year to come to Europe are May to September, therefore you may wish to consider this when planning your tour. Summer temperatures across Europe range from 18-35 degrees Celsius. European cities in winter can also offer many interesting cultural experiences that you may enjoy.