Brussels and Cologne

Brussels and Cologne Holiday

Enjoy a relaxing holiday to the cities of Brussels and Cologne. Discover Brussels' rich medieval past and don't miss sampling Belgian chocolate and beer. Travel across the border into Germany to Cologne where you can shop until you drop on Cologne's excellent pedestrianised shopping street, and relax with a kolsch.

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  
4 Night Holiday By Rail from £329
4 Night Luxury Holiday By Rail from £575
For extra nights or stopovers please call us for a quote

Itinerary - 4 Night Holiday By Rail

Days 1-3 - Brussels

Brussels Grand Place Brussels Grand Place

Travel from London to Brussels on Eurostar, the journey time is approximately 1 hour 51 minutes. On arrival check-in for 2 nights at the Leopold Hotel Brussels.

Spend 2 days exploring all that Brussels has to offer. Relax in one of the cafes which line the city's avenues and squares or stroll around one of the many museums. Brussels is also the perfect place for shopping; from designer boutiques to fashion and craft shops, Brussels has it all!

After a busy day of wandering around this historic city, enjoy a meal in one of the superb restaurants such as Aux Armes de Bruxelles

Brussels Brussels

Railbookers recommends a visit to the Magritte Museum to view the works of the surrealist artist; enjoy a traditional belgian lunch at the centrally located Chez Leon restaurant; explore buzzing Brussels with a Brussels city card which entitles you to unlimited travel on public transport as well as free access to over 30 museums. Please call for prices and details.

Days 3-5 Cologne

Cologne Cologne

Take the train from Brussels to Cologne which takes approximately 1 hour 47 minutes. On arrival check-in at the Art'Otel Cologne.

Cologne is a very cosmopolitan city, with the famous Dom which took over 600 years to complete, dominating the sky line.

Visit Cologne's Chocolate Museum for a tasting, relax in a traditional bar and sample the local specialty beer kolsch, then head up to the top of the Dom for fabulous views over the city.

Cologne Christmas Market Cologne Christmas Market

Railbookers recommendsCologne has a fantastic Christmas market which is well worth a visit in the run up to Christmas. If you can, though, try and avoid the crowds at weekends as you will find the queues for Glühwein much more bearable in the week!

Day 5 - Cologne to London

Cologne Central Station Cologne Central Station

Travel by train from Cologne to Brussels, where you transfer onto Eurostar to London.

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Brussels

Brussels

Brussels is the capital of Belgium, and is famous for beer and chocolate. But you will also find a perfectly preserved medieval town square, glorious gothic architecture, antiques shops and some of the best art galleries and museums in Europe.

Cologne

Cologne

Visit Cologne's famous gothic Cathedral with its twin spires for fabulous views across the city. The Chocolate Museum on the bank of the Rhine is the perfect place for travellers with a sweet tooth, or absorb the culture in the Ludwig museum for modern art.

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Leopold Hotel Brussels

Leopold Hotel Brussels 4 Star

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.

Art'Otel Cologne

Art'Otel Cologne 3 Star

The Art'Otel Cologne is a chic contemporary hotel with 218 comfortable bedrooms, inspired by the artwork of Korean artist SEO. The hotel has a restaurant with a terrace and a rooftop atrium and sauna. The hotel is in the centre of Cologne, on the bank of the River Rhine, and close to the Chocolate Museum.

Hotel Facilities

  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Sauna

Room Facilities

  • Safe
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • Hairdryer
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee Making Facilities

Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.

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  • Leopold Hotel Brussels Exterior
    Exterior
    Exterior at Leopold Hotel Brussels
  • Leopold Hotel Brussels Restaurant
    Restaurant
    Restaurant at Leopold Hotel Brussels
  • Leopold Hotel Brussels Library
    Library
    Library at Leopold Hotel Brussels
  • Leopold Hotel Brussels Suite
    Suite
    Suite at Leopold Hotel Brussels
  • Leopold Hotel Brussels Restaurant
    Restaurant
    Restaurant at Leopold Hotel Brussels
  • Leopold Hotel Brussels Executive Room
    Executive Room
    Executive Room at Leopold Hotel Brussels
  • Art'Otel Cologne Exterior
    Exterior
    Exterior at Art'Otel Cologne
  • Art'Otel Cologne Art Room
    Art Room
    Art Room at Art'Otel Cologne
  • Art'Otel Cologne Art Room
    Art Room
    Art Room at Art'Otel Cologne
  • Art'Otel Cologne Bathroom
    Bathroom
    Bathroom at Art'Otel Cologne
  • Art'Otel Cologne Lift
    Lift
    Lift at Art'Otel Cologne
  • Art'Otel Cologne Restaurant
    Restaurant
    Restaurant at Art'Otel Cologne
  • Art'Otel Cologne Lounge
    Lounge
    Lounge at Art'Otel Cologne

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Leopold Hotel Brussels

“ Great staff, big breakfasts and 80's retro style. Bag a bargain in Brussels. ”

Richard - Apr 2009

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4 Night Holiday By Rail

This holiday includes Eurostar travel to Brussels, 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Brussels, train travel from Brussels to Cologne, 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Cologne, train travel from Cologne to Brussels, Eurostar travel from Brussels to London. Best available prices are for departures on a Friday or Saturday.

Price per person for 4 night holiday:

  • September
    from
    £359
  • October
    from
    £345
  • November
    from
    £345
  • December
    from
    £339
  • January
    from
    £359
  • February
    from
    £359
  • March
    from
    £359
  • April
    from
    £329
  • May
    from
    £359
  • June
    from
    £359
  • July
    from
    £339
  • August
    from
    £339

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.
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 apply for Fair Dates throughout the year.
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: 30 Dec 2010-1 Jan 2011.

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Itinerary - 4 Night Luxury Holiday By Rail

Days 1-3 - Brussels

Brussels Grand Place Brussels Grand Place

Travel from London to Brussels on Eurostar in Leisure Select (First Class), the journey time is approximately 1 hour 51 minutes. On arrival check-in for 2 nights at the Sofitel Le Louise Hotel.

Spend 2 days exploring all that Brussels has to offer. Relax in one of the cafes which line the city's avenues and squares or stroll around one of the many museums. Brussels is also the perfect place for shopping; from designer boutiques to fashion and craft shops, Brussels has it all!

After a busy day of wandering around this historic city, enjoy a meal in one of the superb restaurants such as Aux Armes de Bruxelles

Brussels Brussels

Railbookers recommends a visit to the Magritte Museum to view the works of the surrealist artist; enjoy a traditional belgian lunch at the centrally located Chez Leon restaurant; explore buzzing Brussels with a Brussels city card which entitles you to unlimited travel on public transport as well as free access to over 30 museums. Please call for prices and details.

Days 3-5 Cologne

Cologne Cologne

Take the train in First Class from Brussels to Cologne which takes approximately 2 hours. On arrival check-in at the Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery.

Cologne is a very cosmopolitan city, with the famous Dom which took over 600 years to complete, dominating the sky line.

Visit Cologne's Chocolate Museum for a tasting, relax in a traditional bar and sample the local specialty beer kolsch, then head up to the top of the Dom for fabulous views over the city.

Cologne Christmas Market Cologne Christmas Market

Railbookers recommendsCologne has a fantastic Christmas market which is well worth a visit in the run up to Christmas. If you can, though, try and avoid the crowds at weekends as you will find the queues for Glühwein much more bearable in the week!

Day 5 - Cologne to London

Cologne Central Station Cologne Central Station

Travel by train in First Class from Cologne to Brussels, where you transfer onto Eurostar in Leisure Select (First Class) to London.

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Brussels

Brussels

Brussels is the capital of Belgium, and is famous for beer and chocolate. But you will also find a perfectly preserved medieval town square, glorious gothic architecture, antiques shops and some of the best art galleries and museums in Europe.

Cologne

Cologne

Visit Cologne's famous gothic Cathedral with its twin spires for fabulous views across the city. The Chocolate Museum on the bank of the Rhine is the perfect place for travellers with a sweet tooth, or absorb the culture in the Ludwig museum for modern art.

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Sofitel Le Louise Hotel

Sofitel Le Louise Hotel 5 Star

The elegant Sofitel Le Louise Hotel has 170 contemporary bedrooms and suites. The hotel has a restaurant, bar, a fitness room and a small sheltered garden. The hotel is situated close to the designer shops on Avenue Louise, and a short walk from the antiques shops in the Sablon area.

Special Offer: Treat yourself to a 5* Summer break in buzzing Brussels with our special 1 and 2 night reduced packages! Free upgrades are also available so don’t miss out on this incredible offer!

Hotel Facilities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre
  • Babysitting Available
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • Non-smoking Floors
  • Terrace

Room Facilities

  • Safe
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hairdryer
  • Minibar
  • Pay TV
  • Room Service
  • Non-smoking Rooms

Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.

Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery

Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery 4 Star Superior

The Hotel Mondial Am Dom MGallery in Cologne, is a modern hotel with 207 comfortable bedrooms and suites. The hotel has a Tapas Bar, Grand Habana Lounge and Cologne beer pub, and a fitness room, sauna and steam room. The hotel is in the centre of Cologne - 100 metres from the train station.

Please note: There is ongoing building work in the street in front of the hotel. This will continue until end 2010.

Hotel Facilities

  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Steam Room

Room Facilities

  • Safe
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • Hairdryer
  • Minibar
  • Pay TV
  • Room Service

Some facilities may be subject to an additional charge at the hotel.

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  • Sofitel Le Louise Hotel Exterior
    Exterior
    Exterior at Sofitel Le Louise Hotel
  • Sofitel Le Louise Hotel Reception
    Reception
    Reception at Sofitel Le Louise Hotel
  • Sofitel Le Louise Hotel Bedroom
    Bedroom
    Bedroom at Sofitel Le Louise Hotel
  • Sofitel Le Louise Hotel Junior Suite
    Junior Suite
    Junior Suite at Sofitel Le Louise Hotel
  • Sofitel Le Louise Hotel Crystal Lounge Bar
    Crystal Lounge Bar
    Crystal Lounge Bar at Sofitel Le Louise Hotel
  • Sofitel Le Louise Hotel Entrance
    Entrance
    Entrance at Sofitel Le Louise Hotel
  • Sofitel Le Louise Hotel Restaurant
    Restaurant
    Restaurant at Sofitel Le Louise Hotel
  • Sofitel Le Louise Hotel Terrace
    Terrace
    Terrace at Sofitel Le Louise Hotel
  • Sofitel Le Louise Hotel Fitness Centre
    Fitness Centre
    Fitness Centre at Sofitel Le Louise Hotel
  • Sofitel Le Louise Hotel Bathroom
    Bathroom
    Bathroom at Sofitel Le Louise Hotel
  • Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery Exterior
    Exterior
    Exterior at Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery
  • Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery Bedroom
    Bedroom
    Bedroom at Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery
  • Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery Lobby
    Lobby
    Lobby at Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery
  • Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery Bar
    Bar
    Bar at Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery
  • Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery Wellness Area
    Wellness Area
    Wellness Area at Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery

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Sofitel Le Louise Hotel

“ Just reopened as a real designer 5*. Funky rooms and the fashionable Crystal Lounge make it THE place in Brussels ”

Richard - Jun 2008

Hotel Mondial Am Dom Mgallery

“ This hotel could not be in a better location - right by the main train station and Cologne's imposing cathedral. With extensive facilities and a welcoming restaurant it makes a great base from which to explore the city. ”

Matthew - Jun 2008

“ Great location but small classic rooms. Upgraded rooms are well worth the extra to avoid disappointment ”

Richard - Apr 2010

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4 Night Luxury Holiday By Rail

This holiday includes Leisure Select (First Class) Eurostar travel to Brussels, 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Brussels, First Class train travel from Brussels to Cologne, 2 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Cologne, First Class train travel from Cologne to Brussels, Leisure Select (First Class) Eurostar travel from Brussels to London. Best available prices are for departures on a Friday or Saturday.

Price per person for 4 night holiday:

  • September
    from
    £629
  • October
    from
    £599
  • November
    from
    £619
  • December
    from
    £575
  • January
    from
    £575
  • February
    from
    £609
  • March
    from
    £609
  • April
    On
    Request
  • May
    On
    Request
  • June
    On
    Request
  • July
    On
    Request
  • August
    On
    Request

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.
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 apply for Fair Dates throughout the year.
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: 20-23 Sep 2010, 25-30 Oct 2010, 29 Jan-1 Feb 2011, 21-25 Feb 2011.

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