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Why you're safe with the holiday experts

DERTOUR is part of the DERTOUR GmbH group of Frankfurt - one of the world's leading tour operators . We also hold our own ATOL and are members of ABTA.

We've been creating perfect tailor-made holidays to the heart of Europe for 50 years. A lot has changed in that time, but one thing that has always remained the same is our total focus on serving you in the very best way that we can. This includes ensuring your satisfaction and security. It's why DERTOUR is fully licenced with our own ATOL and is also adheres to all the rules and principles of ABTA.

ATOL is a financial protection scheme for holidaymakers travelling on an air inclusive holiday, which is managed by the Civil Aviation Authority. This protects you from losing your money or from being stranded overseas in the very unlikely event that DERTOUR should go out of business. Our Air Travel Organiser's Licence (ATOL) number is ATOL 1839.

When you buy an ATOL protected air inclusive holiday* from us, you will receive a confirmation invoice from us (or via our authorised agent through which you booked) confirming your arrangements and your protection under our ATOL.

* The air inclusive holidays we arrange are ATOL protected providing either the person who pays for the booking is present in the UK when the booking is made or the first leg of any flight or flights we arrange for you commences in the UK. For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk

ABTA was created in 1950 by 22 leading travel companies. It now represents over 5,000 travel agencies and more than 900 tour operators, right across the British Isles. ABTA helps to maintain the highest standards of trading practice for the travel industry and its customers. The ABTA logo is a sign that you can expect choice, value and high levels of service from DERTOUR.

DERTOUR is also fully committed to always try to provide an alternative holiday or route in times of disruption that is out of our control, such as in the event of volcanic ash, disruption to air travel due to heavy snowfall or an airline strike grounding aircraft.

If you have any questions about our ABTA membership or the financial protection provided under our ATOL, please don't hesitate to call us on 020 7290 1104.

Dertour gives you ATOL protection with every flight
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The gorgeous, romantic heart of Bruge is a UNESCO World Heritage Site Famous for its chocolate, Bruges hosts a Chocolate Festival each April The 'Venice of the North'. A horse-drawn carriage taking tourists through Bruges

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The Bruges Christmas markets are popular with tourists from the UK as the nearby city of Brussels is served by the Eurostar and provides many accommodation options making the destination the perfect choice for a winter break.

There can't be many settings more beautiful than medieval Bruges, with its delightful old centre, which was added to the UNESCO's World Heritage List, lined with cobbled streets, historic buildings and horse-drawn-carriages plodding by. An abundance of further attractions such as charming canals and many tempting shops guarantee you a fabulous time.

After a hard day's shopping, indulge in Belgian delights and hearty gastronomic cuisine in one of the many bars and cafes or visit one of the cosy tap rooms, to be found throughout the city. The Christmas markets in Bruges are popular with visitors on breaks to the Brussels Christmas Markets as the city is served by excellent rail links.

Bruges Christmas Market

Known as the Venice of the North, Bruges is one of the most picturesque cities in Europe. There are few Bruges Christmas market more popular with visitors than the winter wonderland in the Old Town and the extravagant market near the Belfry tower.

Don't miss a visit to one of the famous, traditional chocolate stores where you can sample and buy the delicious hand-made Christmas chocolates. A true festive treat for all the family!

Soak up the festive ambience in medieval Bruges with various seasonal highlights such as the ice rink in front of the famous Belfry Tower or a Christmas Hobby and Toy Fair. Several small illuminated Christmas markets are to be found on Market Square and Simon Stevinplein hosting beautiful little stalls displaying their individual yuletide gifts and specialities.

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In Bruges shopping fans will find everything their hearts desire. Find the best selection of shops around the shopping street 'Steenstraat'.

Bruges restaurants offer a wide range of possibilities. From Belgian, French to Dutch cuisine, Gourmets will find the real paradise in Bruges.

Restaurant De Bocarme

Newly opened in the centre of Bruges, this restaurant offers French cuisine in a 12 century cellar.

Restaurant Sacré Coeur

This restaurant offers hearty meals from the region as well as globally inspired dishes surrounded by reminders of the Flemish collective past.

Grote Markt (market place)

Free from traffic, this place belongs to one of the most attractive parts of the town and hosts the famous Belfry Tower as well as the Cloth Hall.

Canal Boat Trips

Often called the 'Venice of the North', a boat trip taking in age-old houses and picturesque bridges will be an enjoyable experience.

Opening times: every day (except in November) from 10am till 5.30 pm
(Departures are every 30 minutes)

Closed from November 16th till half way through March

Subject to change

For your perfect tailor-made holiday, please call our expert travel team on:

0203 131 0527

Our lines are open:

Monday to Friday       9am - 5.30pm
Saturday       9.30am - 1pm
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