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Hitler’s Capitals - the Rise and Fall of the Third Reich Coach Holidays 9 or 12 Days - 5% Discount Discover the haunting story of the rise and fall of the Third Reich from 1923 to 1945 through the historic sites and places of Hitler’s capitals, Munich, Nuremberg and new for 2010 Berlin |
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9-day holiday - Munich and Nuremberg - Itinerary |
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1: Local departure by coach then onwards to Belgium for an overnight stay. |
| DAY 2: South through Germany to Bad Aibling in Bavaria, Munich for a three-night stay. B |
DAY 3: Munich (included) Hitler considered Munich as the ‘Capital of the Movement’ and it was the birthplace of National Socialism. It was here that the dictator made his attempt to seize power in the so-called Beer Hall, or Munich Putsch, in 1923. We spend the day touring the areas of Nazi influence, including the route of the Putsch to the Feldernhalle, and the sites of the former Nazi Headquarters, the ‘Brown House’ and the Königsplatz parade ground. B |
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4: Berchtesgaden (included) Today we travel to Hitler’s very own capital, his home at Berchtesgaden. We make our way up the hill to the Nazi enclave, the National Redoubt. We also pay a visit to the ‘Eagle’s Nest’, commissioned by Martin Bormann on behalf of the Nazi Party as a present for Hitler’s 50th birthday. We see, too, the site of Hitler’s former home, the Berghof, where he spent most of his time during the Second World War. B |
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5: Munich (included) Dachau (included)
Today gives us some free time in the beautiful city of Munich, very much rebuilt in its original style after the ravages of the war. In the afternoon we visit Dachau, the first true Concentration Camp – a moving reminder of the brutality of National Socialism and all that it entailed. From Dachau we travel on to Nuremberg or Bayreuth for a two-night stay. B |
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6: Nuremberg
(included)
We spend the day in and around the city Hitler considered to be the ‘Capital of the Party’. Here we see examples of Nazi architecture, the former parade grounds and stadiums. It was here, in Nuremberg, that the party was to grow, and to die. The city was chosen as the site for the famous ‘Nuremberg Trials’. We see the famous court house where many Nazis including Goering and Hess were tried. B |
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7: The
Rhine (included) Rhine Cruise with lunch (optional)
We leave Nuremberg and travel north to the River Rhine. Join an optional cruise on the majestic river with lunch included. Following the river north, we drive to Remagen to see and hear the story of the famous Ludendorff Bridge, heroically captured by the Americans on 7 March 1945. Overnight in the Rhine area. B |
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8: The
Ardennes Offensive (included)
We travel through the Ardennes Forest, the area used by Hitler during the winter of 1944/1945 in his last attempt to divide and defeat the Allies as they advanced towards Germany. The operation, known as the ‘Battle of the Bulge’, was to cause major problems to the Allies. Overnight stay in Belgium. B |
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9: To Calais then return home. B |
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Included Meals:
B=Breakfast |
12-day holiday Berlin, Munich and Nuremberg - Itinerary |
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DAY
1: Local departure by coach then onwards to Belgium for an overnight stay. |
| DAY 2: Travel across Germany to Berlin for three nights. B |
DAY 3: Berlin and the Final
Solution (included) We spend today in and around Berlin where we visit the Wannsee Conference Centre (entrance is approximately €2 per person and is dependant on modern day conferences not taking place) where the infamous meeting took place that determined the ‘Final Solution’ and fate of European Jews. B |
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4: Nazi Berlin (included) We look at the story of Hitler’s rise and fall, visiting the Reichstag Building, the Olympic Stadium and Bell Tower, Brandenburg Gate and the former Chancellery area, standing above Hitler’s bunker. We then discover the Topography of Terror (notorious SS/Gestapo areas) and the Karshorst Museum – the former Soviet HQ and location of the Third Reich surrender. B |
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DAYS
5-12: As Days 2 to 9 of the 9- day tour. 8xB |
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Included Meals:
B=Breakfast |
| Evening Meal Package! |
9-day tour: 5 evening meals in Bad Aibling and Nuremberg/Bayreuth: £60 per person when pre-booked. 12-day tour: 8 evening meals in Berlin, Bad Aibling and Nuremberg/Bayreuth £109 per person when pre-booked |
| Your Hotels |
You will stay for three nights at the 3-star Hotel Johannisbad in Bad Aibling, 40 miles from Munich, followed by two nights at the 3-star Ramada Landhotel in Nuremberg or the 4-star Ramada Residenzschloss Hotel in Bayreuth. Your overnight stay in the Rhineland area will be in a minimum 2-star hotel. Overnight stays in Belgium will be in city-style hotels. The 12-day tour will also stay for three nights at the 3-star Grand City Hotel Berlin East on Days 2 to 4. |
| Silver Service Coach |
| As
well as extra legroom and a spacious rear lounge, Silver
Service is much more than a coach with added comfort and
facilities. The spacious rear lounge is
the ideal place to meet your fellow travellers, relax or
simply have a change of scene. And, you’ll get extra benefits
such as porterage in your hotels and extra included excursions
on selected tours. |
| Silver Service Departure Dates & Prices 2010 Tour ref 9GHCV | |||
FREE
local joining points Excursions & Visits: Munich; Berchtesgaden; Dachau; Nuremberg; The Rhine; The Ardennes Offensive; Berlin & Final Solution (12-day tour only); Nazi Berlin (12-day tour only) 8 or 11 nights’ accommodation
with breakfast |
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| Leger
Brochure Price in Black Travel 55 Discount Price in Red Quote Travel 55 Ref: T55 + Tour Code Tel Leger Reservations on 0844 504 6480 |
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9 Day Tour ref 9GHCV |
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July 10 |
£749 £712 |
September
18 |
£759 £722 |
August 12 |
£749 £712 |
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12 Day Tour ref 12GHCV |
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May 31 |
£899 £855 |
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Prices are per person, based on two sharing.
Extras: optional excursions; single room supplement £135
(9 days); £169 (12 days); travel insurance from £42.95 |
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| Executive Coach 9 Day Tour Departure Dates & Prices 2010 9GHC | ||
FREE
local joining points Travel by Executive coach Specialist Historical Guide Excursions & Visits: Munich; Berchtesgaden; Dachau; Nuremberg; The Rhine; The Ardennes Offensive; Berlin & Final Solution (12-day tour only); Nazi Berlin (12-day tour only) 8 or 11 nights’ accommodation with breakfast
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| Leger
Brochure Price in Black Travel 55 Discount Price in Red Quote Travel 55 Ref: T55 + Tour Code Tel Leger Reservations on 0844 504 6480 |
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June
12 |
£599 £570 |
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Prices are per person, based on two sharing.
Extras: optional excursions; single room supplement £135
(9 days); £169 (12 days); travel insurance from £42.95 |
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