Leger Holidays releases a new Battlefield Tours brochure in conjunction with the 80th anniversary of D-Day, offering a range of historical tours to 2026.
- The brochure, titled ‘Walk in the Footsteps of Heroes,’ covers tours from World War I to the American Civil War, including significant anniversaries.
- Seven new tours have been added, focusing on pivotal battles such as Ypres and Dunkirk, with comprehensive guided experiences.
- Each tour is led by specialist guides and includes options for air travel alongside coach tours and B&B accommodation.
- Leger offers attractive booking conditions with a low deposit until mid-July, catering to increased interest due to media coverage of the Normandy commemorations.
The 80th anniversary of D-Day marks a significant occasion for Leger Holidays, which has unveiled a new Battlefield Tours brochure. This comprehensive guide, set to be available from early June, is meticulously timed to coincide with the anniversary of the pivotal Normandy landings, a monumental event leading to Europe’s liberation during World War II.
This brochure, aptly titled ‘Walk in the Footsteps of Heroes,’ offers a sweeping collection of tours, with availability extending to 2026. It covers a broad spectrum of historical events, from the well-documented battles of World War II to less commonly toured engagements like the Peninsular War and the American Civil War.
The addition of seven new tours for 2025-26 enhances this collection. These include tours commemorating key conflicts such as the Ypres: Battles in Flanders Fields, the Somme 110th Anniversary, and the Dunkirk 85th Anniversary, offering participants a chance to deeply engage with history through specially guided experiences.
To further entice enthusiasts, these tours are led by specialist battlefield guides and provide escorted coach travel from the UK. They also extend the option of air travel to certain destinations, combined with bed and breakfast accommodation, making them both convenient and educational.
With prices beginning at £399, the brochure caters to a wide audience, including solo travellers who can benefit from no single room supplement. The introductory tours like ‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ highlight key World War I sites like Ypres and the Somme, thus appealing to both history buffs and casual explorers.
Ashley Dellow of the Leger Shearings Group emphasises the role of family history in drawing people to these tours, while acknowledging that momentous anniversaries such as the D-Day 80th anniversary rejuvenate public interest. He advises travel agents to anticipate heightened engagement, aided by promotions like the £50 low deposit available until July 15.
Liam Race of Leger Shearings Group underscores the commemorative nature of these anniversaries, noting their importance in facilitating reflection on the sacrifices made during wartime. His comments affirm Leger’s commitment to preserving historical legacies through their expansive tour offerings.
The strategic timing and comprehensive content of Leger’s brochure are set to captivate history enthusiasts during this momentous anniversary period.
