8 hours
E-voucher
Multiple
Overview
Follow in the footsteps of the Allied soldiers on the frontlines of some of the bloodiest battles of WWI. Peek inside the original trenches from the 1916 Battle of the Somme at the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, learn more about the key battles at the Somme 1916 museum, and visit the Australian War Memorial at Villers-Bretonneux and the Thiepval memorial to missing soldiers.
Operated by
Terres de Memoire Battlefield Tours
Ratings & Reviews
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Excellent guide of a complex moment in history
frankandfearless123, Dec 2024
Sylvestre was knowledgeable, interesting and kind. He brought to life the drama, the tragedy, the complexity and the humanity of the Somme in WWI
The Somme
brettevans2014, Nov 2024
As per all other reviews Sylvestre was the perfect guide for our tour of the Australian sites in the Somme. On time with a crossaint in hand and off we went . Everything Sylvestre took us to was moving , educational, sad, but proud to be an Australian. One of the hi lights of our 3 month adventure .
Fabulous experience
Megan_C, Aug 2024
Our battlefields tour was a fabulous experience and one that I have wanted to do for many years. It was beautiful, moving, enlightening and at times a bit overwhelming. Silvestre was an excellent guide with an extensive depth of knowledge and he ensured our day was very enjoyable. Absolute professional. All aspects of the itinerary were interesting and worthwhile, and we were given plenty of time to immerse ourselves in the whole experience. Totally worth it.
Fantastic tour with deeply knowledgeable guide.
douge543, Jul 2024
Our tour with Sylvester was simply outstanding. He's been giving tours for 19 years and clearly shows his understanding of both the history and significance of each location but also gets deeply into what we personally want to get out of the trip. He was able to solve a long mystery for one member of our group - we found the memorial for his great grandfather who was lost at the battle of the Somme. Sylvester's guidance was priceless for our trip. We would do it again in a heartbeat.
Itinerary
Memorial Terre-neuvien De Beaumont-hamel
The preserved battlefield with its original trenches from the 1916 battle of the Somme
1 hourMemorial de Thiepval
The Thiepval memorial to the missing of the Somme
30 minutesLochnagar Crater
The "Lochnagar" mine crater, a huge underground mine was blown up there on July 1st 1916
30 minutes1st austalian devision memorial
The site of the "Gibraltar" bunker
20 minutesMusee Somme 1916
The Somme 1916 museum is located in a original tunnel under the town of Albert. A great and unique display of various scenes of the battle of the Somme.
2 hoursAdmission IncludedProyart
The German cemetery at Proyart where 4.600 german soldiers rest in peace.
30 minutesSir John Monash Centre
Discover the new Sir John Monash centre and its immersive room
45 minutesThe Australian War Memorial at Villers-Bretonneux to commemorate the 11.000 australians missing in France in World War One.
30 minutes
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Private Guide WW1 expert
- Access to all the sites and museum fees
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Snacks
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Languages
English
French
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.