Band of Brothers: From the Bulge to Berchtesgaden
9 days from £1,759pp
NEW About the tour: Band of Brothers: From the Bulge to Berchtesgaden
Tour Introduction
Following our successful Band of Brothers Anniversary tour, join us on the next chapter of Easy Company’s war as we start in the Ardennes forests and travel to Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest.
Tour Includes
- 8 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- Specialist Battlefield Guide
- Local joining points
(Deposits from £50pp)
We offer flexible payment options
Once you have booked your battlefield tour either online, or by telephone 01709 385 624, you have the flexibility of how you pay off the remainder of your balance. You can -
- Use our balance payment facility online to make and track your card payments. You can pay as much as you want up until your final due date or pay it all, the choice is yours.
- Send payments via online banking.
- Send payments via cheque.
- Call us and make a card payment, either a small amount or as lump sum until your final due date.
Our contact and online banking payment details will be on your confirmation invoice to remind you of your choices.
Tour Itinerary
For customers living outside of the UK, if you want to make a booking you will need to provide a UK postcode on our online booking system. If you are not able to provide a relevant UK postcode then you can enter the postcode for London Victoria Coach Station – SW1W 9TP. You should then be able to proceed to complete your booking.
If you do encounter a problem then you can speak to one of our friendly advisors who will be happy to help.
Please Note : After completing your booking, a member of our Customer Service team will be in touch to make sure everything is okay.
Either e-mail our Reservations Department or call on 01709 830 333 and they will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
Day 1
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to Belgium for a two-night stay.
Day 2 - Breaking Point
Today we look at the role of Easy Company and the 101st Airborne in the defence of Bastogne in December 1944, exploring their positions around the Bois Jacques, Foy and Recogne, and examining their later actions in this area. We also see the Band of Brothers Memorial.
After a lunch period in Bastogne, we visit the superb 101st Airborne Museum and consider the relief of Bastogne and the cost paid by the airborne troops who fought here.
Included meals: Breakfast
Bois Jacques (4)
Key Visits
- Recogne
- Band of Brothers Memorial
- Foy
- Bois Jacques
- 101st Airborne Museum
Day 3 - Luxembourg & Lorraine
We depart Belgium for Luxembourg and visit the Luxembourg American Cemetery to see General Patton's grave and the Easy Company casualties buried there.
We then continue into eastern France, visit the Lorraine American Cemetery and travel to our hotel in the Vosges for a two-night stay.
Included meals: Breakfast
Lorraine American Cemetery (3)
Key Visits
- Lorraine American Cemetery
- Luxembourg American Cemetery
Day 4 - The Last Patrol
Today we discuss Easy Company's final period on the front line in early 1945. We begin at the Épinal American Cemetery, where one of the men lost on the 'Last Patrol' is buried, and spend our lunch period in Colmar, which was taken by American and Free French forces.
We then visit the MM Park Museum, home to an unrivalled collection of WW2 material and tanks, before finishing at Hagenau, where we walk the ground on which the patrol took place.
Included meals: Breakfast
Hagenau Battlefield (4)
Key Visits
- Sherman Tank, Colmar
- Hagenau Battlefield
- MM Park Museum
- Epinal American Cemetery
Day 5 - Why We Fight
We travel from the Vosges into Germany and continue to Bavaria, where we visit the site of the camp liberated by Easy Company in 1945.
We then see Dachau, one of the earliest concentration camps, and discuss the Holocaust and the American reaction to discovering camps such as these as the war came to an end. Later, we arrive at our hotel in Bad Aibling for a two-night stay.
Included meals: Breakfast
Dachau Concentration Camp (2)
Key Visits
- Dachau Concentration Camp
- KZ Kaufering IV bei Hurlach
Day 6 - The Eagle's Nest & Berchtesgaden
Today we follow Easy Company to Berchtesgaden, where they arrived at the end of the war in Europe. We visit the town and, weather permitting, ascend to the Eagle's Nest.
Built for Hitler's 50th birthday, the Eagle's Nest was visited by Allied troops in the final days of the war, including many men from Easy Company, some of whom were photographed here.
Included meals: Breakfast
Eagle's Nest (3)
Key Visits
- Eagle's Nest
- Berchtesgaden
Day 7
We depart Germany and travel to our hotel in Belgium for a two-night stay.
Included meals: Breakfast
Day 8 - Ardennes 1944
Today we return to the story of the American airborne forces in the Ardennes in 1944. We visit the graves at Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery and the Ardennes American Cemetery, where we also discuss the 'Masters of the Air' series, and see the excellent Remember 39–45 Museum.
We finish back in Bastogne, very much at the heart of the Band of Brothers story.
Included meals: Breakfast
Remember 39-45 Museum (4)
Key Visits
- Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery
- Sherman Tank, Bastogne
- Ardennes American Cemetery
- Remember 39-45 Museum
Day 9
Return home.
Included meals: Breakfast
Specialist Battlefield Guides
All of Leger’s battlefield tours are accompanied by specialist guides. Their individual in-depth knowledge of warfare will be informative, as well as enhance your overall experience, as they recreate a fascinating perception of the history and factual events of each battle. Discover the actual catalysts for war, the strategies employed and the final, inevitable outcomes, as well as experiencing the emotional human side of the front line.
Please note: On certain tours, you may get tour guides other that the ones listed below.
Hotel
If you prefer, then you can join the tour at the hotel. To do this, we will require a copy of your passport for identification purposes and you must advise us at the time of booking.
No reduction will be given if you should choose to do this.
All hotel rooms benefit from private bathroom facilities.
Some hotels have tea and coffee making facilities. Please check the tour pages for more information or call our Customer Service Department on 01709 830333
Most hotels have a lift, please call our Customer Service Department on 01709 830333 for more information.
Some hotels have ground floor rooms. Please email for information on individual hotels or call our Customer Service Department on 01709 830333.
Your hotels will supply towels in your room.
We are unable to guarantee that the hotel will be able to meet your dietary requirements. We find that the majority of European countries do not generally cater for vegetarians and that the meal supplied may well be what everyone else is having minus the meat.
We will of course endeavour to arrange for a vegetarian meal at the hotel. We do however suggest that you advise us of your dietary requests at the time of booking and recommend that you speak to the receptionist on arrival with regard to your request.
Hotel L'ours De Mutzig
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About the hotel
Located at the start of the wine route of Alsace, the friendly and comfortable hotel L'Ours De Mutzig is located just 20 minutes from Strasbourg and 45 minutes from Colmar. The central but quiet location in the centre of Mutzig is ideal for exploring the cultural and historical heritage of the region. The rooms are fully equipped with satellite TV, work desk and en suite facilities. Facilities include a traditionally decorated reception area with fireplace. L'Ours Hotel Restaurant is open for dinner and offers tasty local cuisine in a traditional brasserie setting.
Hotel Features
- Bar
- Lift
- Restaurant
- WiFi Available
Room Features
- Bath and/or Shower
Travel Options
Departure times given for each region are approximate. Please check your travel documents to confirm the actual timings.
Front row seats can be reserved for £14pp (up to 6 days duration), £22pp (7 & 8 days duration) and £25pp (9 days duration and over) on all European tours. In addition to this seats on the second row can be reserved for £7pp (up to 6 days duration), £14pp (7 & 8 days duration) and £15pp (9 days duration and over). This offer is only available for bookings of two or four persons on the front row and is subject to availability. Guaranteed front/second row seats cannot be reserved on feeder journeys to/from the U.K. port. Children under 15 years cannot occupy a front row seat due to French Law. Central view seats are free.
Please note: On some coaches the legroom on front seats may be slightly less than that available on other seats due to the presence of a modesty board in front.
If your tour is cancelled for any reason and front/second row seats are not available on your new tour you will be refunded the supplement. No other compensation will be payable.
Alternatively, we can take seating requests on your booking. However, requests are not guaranteed. All seat numbers are confirmed on travel documents approximately 7-10 days prior to departure.
We guarantee that all passengers on the same booking will be seated together on the main tour coach. Seats on the transfer coaches to and from the U.K. port are not allocated.
Hot and cold drinks are served on the main tour coaches. Prices are approximately £1 or 1.25 Euro per drink. Prices will be confirmed by the driver. Drinks may also be served on the transfer coaches but this is not guaranteed.
Transfer vehicles are routed approximately 2-3 weeks before departure and will depend on where passengers are booked to travel from on any particular date as to which route is taken. If you require further detailed information regarding the route to the port you can contact our Customer Service Department on 01709 830333 two weeks before you are due to travel.
With regard to the route taken by the main tour coach, this is determined by the driver.
All main tour coaches have on-board toilets. Transfer vehicles to and from the U.K. port may not have on-board toilets. When non-British coaches are used on transfers and tours (air holidays only) an on-board toilet may not be available. However, comfort stops will be made during long journeys.
All coaches feature air-conditioning. Should the air-conditioning system break down for a period exceeding 12 hours, compensation will be awarded up to a maximum of £10 per fare-paying passenger per tour.
Depending on the location of your pickup point, you may be picked up by coach (not necessarily the on you are touring on), minibus, taxi, National Express or Megabus service. You may then be taken to another centralised pickup location or service station. We operate a passenger interchange at Folkestone Services, where you will meet the tour coach you are holidaying on and then continue on with your outbound journey. Similarly, on the way home, you may also change transfer vehicles at another location, to take you to your final drop off point.
One medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. We may refuse to carry larger or heavier cases. Hand luggage can be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.
It could be either - This will be confirmed in your travel documents.
When it comes to getting to the Battlefields, Leger Holidays make it easy, with a selection of travel options for you choose from.
Luxuria Coach
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The pinnacle of luxury coach travel
Exclusive to Leger Holidays, these exceptional vehicles blend state-of-the-art features with sophisticated design, offering business-class comfort on the road. Try Luxuria once, and you’ll never look back – the journey will stay with you long after the holiday ends.
With just 31 spacious seats, enjoy a calm, unhurried atmosphere from the moment you step on board – because true comfort means more space, more privacy, and more time to relax. You’ll also benefit from a choice of seating, allowing you to travel in a way that suits you...
- Double Seats Designed for two, double seats are great for couples or friends travelling together – offering comfort, connection, and a relaxed way to share the journey.
- Single Seats Offering privacy and comfort, single seats are perfect for solo travellers who prefer a little more personal space.
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Face-to-Face Seats
Face-to-face seats with personal tables are the sociable way to travel, ideal for card games, coffees and conversation.
With a superior average seat pitch – 32% greater than many leading short-haul airlines – Luxuria double seats offer unmatched personal space. Enjoy comfort that’s built in, not added on.
Luxuria Features
Entertainment at your fingertips
Immerse yourself in your own touch-screen TV, offering a world of films, TV shows, music, and games – entertainment designed around you.
The perfect pour
Our crew serves a selection of hot and cold beverages directly to your seat – ideal for staying refreshed throughout your journey.
Relax in unmatched comfort
Recline in spacious, ergonomically designed, armchair-style seating with generous legroom and experience a refined sense of luxury, crafted exclusively for your relaxation.
Stay connected
Keep your devices fully charged throughout your journey with USB ports and plug sockets at every seat – perfect for capturing memories and staying connected with loved ones.
Travel Extras
With an overnight stay, a Door-to-Door pick up or the option to meet us at the interchange, our travel extras allow you to create a travel experience to suit your needs...
Join coach at Interchange
+ Find out moreJoin your tour coach at the interchange.
On most tours if you’d prefer to join your tour coach at Folkestone Services, you can park your car in the car park which is accredited by the Park Mark safer parking scheme and is monitored 24 hours a day by CCTV. Payment for the parking is made on arrival using the self-service machines.
Excludes tours to Ireland and the U.K. and tours travelling via Brittany Ferries.
Door-to-Door service
+ Find out moreOn Battlefield tours of 7 days’ duration or more, you don’t even have to think about getting to your local joining point. Our Door-to-Door Service collects you from your home and takes you to meet your transfer vehicile, then brings you back at the end of the holiday. Door-to-Door Service is available within a 20-mile radius of one of our free joining points and is from £90 per car, return (up to 4 passengers per vehicle).
If you live a little further afield, you can also take advantage of this convenient option for an additional charge – please enquire at the time of booking.
