Battle of the Bulge - Battlefield Tour in Belgium with Leger Holidays. Follow the events relating to the famous Battle of the Bulge, Hitler's last gamble. Visit important points of interest, museums and war cemeteries.Special offer on 5th March departure - GBP249 instead of GBP269.
Visit places where glory was born and men and women died for freedom. Where heroes fell and so many endured what seemed almost unendurable. See, discover and appreciate so much more with our specialist guides.
4-Day Break
Day 1 – We arrive in Liege and stay for three nights.
Day 2 – The Bulge (included). We travel to the northern shoulder of ‘The Bulge’, visiting the American War Cemetery at Henri-Chapelle. Next, we take the route of ‘Kampfgruppe Peiper’ of the 1st SS Panzer Division through Bullingen, Thirimont, Baugnez (scene of the Malmedy massacre) and Ligneuville to Stavelot, where we ‘halt’ for the chance to take lunch. In the afternoon, we journey through Trois Ponts to visit the superb Battle of the Bulge Museum at La Gleize. We travel on via Stoumont (the end of Peiper’s route), ending the day at Werbomont and the memorial to the 82nd United States Airborne Division. B
Day 3 – Bastogne, Bure and Bande (included). We travel to Houffalize, where we make a brief stop at the German Cemetery at Recogne. Next, we reach Bastogne and visit the historical centre with its comprehensive collection of militaria and preserved vehicles. We have time for lunch in the town of Bastogne before entering the British Sector to see Bure and then Bande, the location of the infamous roadside cellar massacre, by the SS. We also visit the Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery at Hotton. B
Day 4 – Journey to Calais then return home. B
B=Breakfast Br=Brunch L=Lunch D=Dinner
Battle of the Bulge - Battlefield Tour in Belgium with Leger Holidays
Tour Includes
- Travel by executive coach
- 3 nights’ accommodation with continental breakfast
- Specialist Battlefields Guide
- 2 Battlefield visits: The Bulge, Bastogne, Bure and Bande
Silver Service
Upgrade to Silver Service and enjoy these extras
- Travel by Silver Service luxury coach
- Porterage at your hotel
- Smaller, more personal group
Your Hotel
You'll stay for three nights at the 4-star Holiday Inn at Liège. The hotel is only a few minutes walk from the historical centre. The hotel has a lift, bureau de change, bar, heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, steambath and fitness club. All bedrooms have a T.V., telephone, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.
Holiday Inn Liege
Ideally situated next to the "Palais des Congrès" of Liège, in a pleasant green setting, only a few steps away from the town centre and the historical districts. Holiday Inn Liège offers a splendid view over the river, the yachts marina and the park. To make your stay complete, enjoy the cosy bar "Le Quinquet" with a friendly "British" ambiance, extensive Health & Leisure Club with indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room and an ultra modern fitness centre.
- 4 Star Rating
- Handicapped & Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Lift & Wheelchair Access
- Bar
- Lounge
- Safe Box at Reception
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Sauna & Fitness Centre
- English Speaking Staff
Room Facilities
- En Suite with Bath & Shower
- Cable TV
- Air Conditioning
- Tea & Coffee Facilities
- Telephone
- Hairdryer
Battle of the Bulge - Battlefield Tour in Belgium with Leger Holidays
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