Was reading about the Cityrama bus tour from Paris to Bruges; wondering if any Fodorites have taken this one.
How long a journey is it from Paris to Bruges? How much free time do you get? I realize that highway traffic can affect the answer to both questions but am looking for an average.
Cityrama Tour to Bruges
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We went on a day trip from Paris to Bruges with ParisVision (excellent guide). To my recollection, the ride each was was two or three hours. We slept most of the way there, having been up late the night before. There was a half hour stop for breakfast (good food, inexpensive). We were given a bit of background on the way, then a walking tour upon arrival. We had plenty of time (several hours) to explore on our own (and given passes for a boat tour), have a leisurely lunch, and do a bit of shopping. This was plenty of time for us, anyway. Shopping is mostly souvenirs, chocolates, lace. On the way back, there was a stop for dinner. (Again, good food, inexpensive.)
It was a very long day, but we wanted to see Bruges without taking a separate trip there. Honestly, though, (and I am loathe to say this), Bruges was probably the most "touristy" place we've ever visited. Chock full of tour buses, too many for such a small place.