Friday 4th December - Monday 7th December 2026
Friday 4th December – We depart early morning for our crossing to Calais. On board, you can relax and enjoy the facilities during the journey. After docking in Calais, we travel to our 4-star hotel, Novotel, arriving in the late afternoon/early evening. You’ll have time to unwind before enjoying your evening meal.
Saturday 5th December – After breakfast, we head to Lille, where you’ll have free time to explore the city and its festive Christmas markets. Discover charming sights, shops, and local treats at your leisure. We return to the hotel in the early evening, with the option to enjoy dinner at the hotel if you haven’t indulged at the market.
Sunday 6th December – Today we travel just over an hour across the border to Ghent, Belgium, where you’ll have a free day to explore this beautiful city and its festive attractions.
Monday 7th December – After breakfast, we depart the hotel and make our way back to Calais. Along the way, we’ll make a short stop at Saint-Omer to stretch your legs and refresh before boarding the boat for our return journey home.
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Location: Situated 10 minutes from Lille city centre.
Hotel facilities: lounge area, bar and restaurant. Video game area and gym.
Room facilities: en-suite bathroom; hair dryer; TV.
Useful information: Accessible rooms. Free Wi-Fi.