Brussels and Aachen
Spend 2 nights shopping and sampling Belgian chocolates and beer in Brussels before travelling to Aachen by Thalys train. From medieval Brussels to the charming German spa town of Aachen, in just 1 hour and 8 minutes, where you can then relax in hot spring waters, or explore this historic city.
Holidays can be tailor-made for you to include different hotels, lengths of stay, departure dates and additional cities. Please call for details.
| Choose your holiday below: | Price per person | |
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| 4 Night Holiday By Rail | from £247 |
Itinerary - 4 Night Holiday By Rail
Days 1-3 - Brussels
Travel on Eurostar from London to Brussels, which takes around 1 hour 50 minutes. On arrival check-in at the Leopold Hotel Brussels.
The Leopold Hotel Brussels is a historic family run hotel, with spacious and newly renovated executive bedrooms. Enjoy a relaxed meal in the Brasserie Leopold, or gourmet dinner in the elegant Salon les Anges. The hotel is located in the centre of the Brussels, within walking distance of the Magritte Museum, European Parliament, Grand Place and Royal Palace.
Days 3-5 - Aachen
Take the High Speed Thalys train to Aachen, which takes just over 1 hour.
On arrival in Aachen check-in at the Novotel Aachen City Hotel.
The Novotel Aachen City Hotel is a modern hotel with 154 contemporary bedrooms. The hotel has a restaurant, bar, and a terrace. The hotel is in the centre of Aachen, close to the Cathedral.
Day 5 - Aachen to London
Travel on Thalys from Aachen to Brussels, where you transfer onto the Eurostar from Brussels to London.
Brussels
Brussels offers excellent shopping from designer boutiques to craft shops, hundreds of varieties of Belgian beer, mouthwatering Belgian chocolates, and gourmet restaurants. Brussels is also home to the European Parliament.
Aachen
The city of Aachen is on the border of Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands, and is famous for its hot natural spa waters. Wander along Aachen's historic streets, visit the museums in the city centre, and don't miss the famous Cathedral.
Leopold Hotel Brussels 
The Leopold Hotel Brussels is a historic family run hotel, with spacious and newly renovated executive bedrooms. Enjoy a relaxed meal in the Brasserie Leopold, or gourmet dinner in the elegant Salon les Anges. The hotel is located in the centre of the Brussels, within walking distance of the Magritte Museum, European Parliament, Grand Place and Royal Palace.
Magritte Museum entrance tickets available from £8pp.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Lift
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Sauna
- Garden
- Wake up calls
- Laundry
- Non-smoking Floors
- Terrace
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Pay TV
- Room Service
- TV
- Iron and Ironing board
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Wi-Fi
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
Novotel Aachen City Hotel
The Novotel Aachen City Hotel is a modern hotel with 154 contemporary bedrooms. The hotel has a restaurant, bar, and a terrace. The hotel is in the centre of Aachen, close to the Cathedral.
Hotel Facilities
- 24 hour reception
- Bar
- Fitness Centre
- Restaurant
- Terrace
Room Facilities
- Safe
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Hairdryer
- Minibar
- Room Service
- Tea/Coffee Making Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.
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Novotel Aachen City Hotel
“ Contemporary hotel located a short walk from Aachen's shopping areas and historic centre. ”
Matthew - Jun 2008
4 Night Holiday By Rail
This train holiday includes standard class Eurostar travel from London to Brussels, 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Brussels, train travel on Thalys from Brussels to Aachen, 2 nights hotel accommodation in Aachen, train travel from Aachen to Brussels, standard class Eurostar travel from Brussels to London.
Price per person for 4 night holiday:
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Februaryfrom
£319
More dates and prices available – please call for details.
Add extra nights to your holiday, stop off en route, or book train travel from a European train station.
Call us on +44 20 3327 0800, and we'll tailor-make your holiday!
Terms
Holidays can be tailor-made for you (including stopovers or additional nights) call us on +44 20 3327 0800.
Eurostar trains can only be booked within 120 days of travel.
Prices are subject to availability, based on 2 people sharing a twin / double room and based on best price Eurostar seats.
Supplements may apply if best price travel not available.
Supplements will apply for single occupancy.
Hotel and room facilities may be subject to an extra charge or are on request.
We accept all major credit and debit cards. If you pay by debit card there is no extra charge; if you choose to pay by credit card a 2% surcharge applies.
Supplements apply: 25-26 Mar 2010, 19-20 Apr 2010, 17-20 May 2010, 8-18 Jul 2010, 27-28 Aug 2010, 4-5 Oct 2010, 30 Dec 2010-1 Jan 2011.
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