Bastogne, Battle of the Bulge Private Tour
ID: GYG539780-933704
Category:
Country: Belgium
Duration:
09:30 hours
Description
Drive to Bastogne War Museum. See the Mardasson Memorial, the Foxholes at Bois Jacques and step back in time to experience the reality of the Battle of the Bulge
9AM Pick up from your Brussels hotel and drive to Namur, the capital of Wallonia. Picture stop at the Citadel, a military fortress located at the top of the hill with amazing views overlooking the town and the Meuse valley. On the way, your driver-guide * will tell you about Belgium, about the Ardens and Wallonia. You will have a good introduction to the region, its culture, geography and history. Proceed to Bastogne and stop for lunch (not included) on the Mc Aulif square. We then go to the forest "Bois Saint Jacques" and walk around the "FoxHoles". Proceed to the Mardasson Memorial and the War Museum. The self-guided tour through the museum is highly interactive. Here you will step back in time and experience the reality of the Battle of the Bulge. From the causes of the Battle to its dramatic consequences, you will be immersed in a highly interactive experience.Return to Brussels at around 7PM (2h-drive from Bastogne).
*Please be aware that our driver-guide is not a military history expert but a licensed country/city guide who will give you a wealth of information about Belgium, the region of the Ardens and Bastogne.
Highlights
- Enjoy breath-taking view of the valley from the Namur imposing citadel
- Climb the Mardasson Memorial for panoramic view of the battle area
- Walk to the Foxholes at Bois Jacques near the small village of Foy
Guiding languages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.