Operation Market Garden
Operation Market Garden was the ill-fated World War Two operation devised by General Bernard Montgomery to shorten the war in the autumn of 1944. It began with a ground assault by XXX Corps on the Belgian-Dutch border followed by simultaneous airborne drops by American and British Paratroop forces between Eindhoeven and Arnhem. We follow the ground troops along their original route and also examine the Battle for Arnhem Bridge and the idea of ‘A Bridge Too Far’.
Tour Includes
- 3 or 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- Specialist Battlefield Guide
- Convenient local joining points
4 days from £539pp
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Itinerary
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Local departure by coach, then to Belgium for an overnight stay.
We travel to Joe’s Bridge, the starting position of the Guards Armoured Division at the beginning of Operation Market Garden. We look at the Irish Guards assault and see their graves at Valkenswaard War Cemetery. We then see the vast German cemetery at Ysselsteyn before visiting the impressive Overloon War Museum. After lunch, we resume the XXX Corps route at the Grave Bridge, before looking at the tough fighting for Nijmegen and the crossing of the Waal River by American Airborne forces. We continue to our hotel near Arnhem for a two-night stay.
Includes Breakfast
Key Visits
We begin on the Drop Zones and Landing Zones near Arnhem, seeing Ginkel Heath and the memorials here, the Glider Memorial at Wolfheze, and an original Airborne monument at Heelsum. Next we see Arnhem Oosterbeek War Cemetery, where the dead from Arnhem are buried, and after lunch we travel to the Hartenstein Hotel, Airborne Headquarters in 1944. Here we visit the superb museum with its extended displays and life-size recreations of the battle. Later we travel via Oosterbeek Church and St Elisabeth’s Hospital, also looking at the story of the ‘Urquhart House’. We then continue to Arnhem Bridge, looking at this iconic part of the battle.
Includes Breakfast
Key Visits
Return home.
Includes Breakfast
Local departure by coach, then to Belgium for an overnight stay.
We travel to Joe’s Bridge, the starting position of the Guards Armoured Division at the beginning of Operation Market Garden in 1944. We look at the Irish Guards assault and see their graves at Valkenswaard War Cemetery. We then see the vast German cemetery at Ysselsteyn before visiting the impressive Overloon War Museum. After lunch, we resume the 30 Corps route at the Grave Bridge, before looking at the tough fighting for Nijmegen and the crossing of the Waal River by American Airborne forces. We continue to our hotel near Arnhem for a three-night stay.
Includes Breakfast
Key Visits
We begin on the Drop Zones and Landing Zones near Arnhem, seeing Ginkel Heath and the memorials here, the Glider Memorial at Wolfheze, and an original Airborne monument at Heelsum. Next we see Arnhem Oosterbeek War Cemetery, where the dead from Arnhem are buried, and after lunch we travel to the Hartenstein Hotel, Airborne Headquarters in 1944. Here we visit the superb museum with its extended displays and life-size recreations of the battle. Later we travel via Oosterbeek Church and St Elisabeth’s Hospital, also looking at the story of the ‘Urquhart House’. We then continue to Arnhem Bridge, looking at this iconic part of the battle.
Includes Breakfast
Key Visits
In the morning we travel to Groesbeek War Cemetery and the Groesbeek Memorial, where the missing from the fighting at Arnhem are commemorated. We then visit the Freedom Museum at Groesbeek, which explains the history of Operation Market Garden and the fighting beyond that to Allied Victory in 1945. After lunch we return to Arnhem and look at the fighting for the ‘Cauldron’ – the Oosterbeek Perimeter. We see the White House and Hacket’s Hollow, and take time to visit selected areas where the fighting was at its heaviest before examining the evacuation of Airborne troops at the end of the battle.
Includes Breakfast
Key Visits
Return home.
Includes Breakfast
Entrance to museums, places of interest and optional excursions are at extra cost.
Museum package available whilst on tour approx cost €55
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Accommodation
You will stay two nights (4HMG) or three nights (5HMG) at a minimum 3* hotel in Holland such as the Ibis Styles Arnhem Centre, Holiday Inn Express Arnhem or the Hotel Wander in Wageningen.
Overnight stays in Belgium will be in a city-style hotel.
Hotel Wander
The Hotel Wander provides you with a great base in the city and friendly service. The property is nearby to the Old Town. The terrace is open in the summer months and offers views of the city canal.
Hotel Facilities
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General
- 4 Star
- Guest Lounge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
- Central Location
Room
- TV
- Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Safe Box
- Air Conditioning
- Shower
- Free Wifi
Accessibility
- Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Rooms on Request
Food & Drink
- Vegetarian Meals
- Gluten Free Menu
- Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
- Vegan Menu
Service
- Room Service Available
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Iron at Reception
- Gym
Transport
- Bus Stop Nearby
Hotel
- Guest Lounge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
- WiFi Available
Travel Options
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- 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
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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.
Silver Service
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- Designed for Socialising A stylish and spacious rear lounge offers a sophisticated and private place to unwind, where conversation flows easily and friendships are made along the journey.
- Privacy Board An innovative privacy screen creates a calm retreat away from the rest of the coach, giving you the choice to enjoy quiet seclusion while you socialise with fellow passengers.
- Tables with Cup Holders Thoughtfully designed cabinets with secure cup holders mean refreshments are always within easy reach, adding both practicality and polish to your travel experience.
Silver Service Features
Deluxe design
Specially designed, luxurious seats enhanced with leather headrests deliver superior support, blending comfort with a premium finish.
Space to stretch out
Enjoy the luxury of generous legroom that goes far beyond standard coach travel, giving you the freedom to settle in with ease and stretch out fully.
Spacious rear lounge
Designed for socialising, the spacious rear lounge offers a stylish retreat with privacy screens, handy tables and cup holders – perfect for relaxing, chatting and enjoying the journey.
Thoughtful touches that make a difference
A carefully maintained interior climate and soft ambient lighting ensure the coach always feels comfortable, welcoming and perfectly suited for a relaxing journey.
Executive
All of our Executive coaches are modern and comfortable, and you can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expertly-trained coach crews. Features include:
- Air conditioning, so you can stay cool throughout your journey
- Reclining seats that let you sit back and enjoy the rolling views
- Arm and footrests, designed for extra support
- Servery of cold and hot drinks delivered to your seat (depending on your tour and duration)
- An onboard toilet for peace of mind and convenience
- Overhead lights, so you can read whenever you choose
- Tinted windows and curtains that allow you to completely relax with privacy
Reviews
4.1 Out of 5 ( 12 Reviews )
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Quality
4.2 / 5
Value for Money
4.3 / 5
neil and thanks for your order, 2 years ago
Excellent tour.Full of information and site visits.You have to close your eyes and try to go back to their moment to try and picture it.Overloon musuem is unbelievable.
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John Pettitt, 2 years ago
Only a three star overall review. There appears to be a disconnect between the strategic and operational side of Leger holidays. The staff on the ground do not appear to have any connection with what has been arranged and as a result spend a lot of time and effort in "fire fighting" the requirements of the clients.
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Mrs Lynne Williams, 2 years ago
This was my third Leger Battlefield tour and the only problem was that there should have been a health warning re the need for a degree of stamina and mobility, which I do not have, regarding the walking part of the tour. Only other comment is your failure to respond to my criticism of the black hole of Calcutta bedroom at the Caen Hotel used in my Normandy battle field tour.
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Phillip Hunt, 2 years ago
The tour was good and we visited all the places as advertised, although in a different order due to a local event that was being held at the same time as the tour. The guide was knowledgeable and informative on the battle details and the drivers carried out a good job which at times had stressful situations.
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Graeme Wright, 2 years ago
Our guide Scott had a lot to pack into the two days on the battlefield but managed to give us a strong sense of the the overall narrative of the operation without overwhelming us with information.
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