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Somme Battlefields from Paris with Australian memorial & Amiens Cathedral

Duration: 11 hours
Destination: France, Île-de-France, Paris
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  • 11 hours
  • Paris
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  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Take an unforgettable day trip from Paris to the Somme battlefields where the bloodiest battles of World War I were fought. The guide will help you learn about the Great War and the struggles faced in the trenches as you walk on the still scarred battlegrounds of the Somme.

You’ll marvel at the huge Lochnagar mine crater, walk in the trenches at the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, visit the New John Monash Centre, and pay your respects to the fallen soldiers in Pozieres at the Windmill, the Australian National Memorial in Villers-Bretonneux, and at the Thiepval Memorial to the Missing. You’ll also admire the beauty of the 13th-century Cathedral of Amiens, the largest Cathedral in France. The maximum group size is 8 people.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Memorial de Thiepval, Rue de L'Ancre, 80300 Thiepval France

Thiepval Memorial of the Missing has the names of more than 72,000 United Kingdom and South African men who died and have no known grave.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Lochnagar Crater, Route de la Grande Mine, 80300 Ovillers-la-Boisselle France

Lochnagar Crater was blown into existence on, July 1st 1916, the first day of the battle of the Somme. It’s 30m deep and 100m wide!

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, Rue de l'Eglise, 80300 Beaumont-Hamel France

The Newfoundland Memorial at Beaumont-Hamel is the largest Somme battlefield site that has been preserved. You can still see & walk in the trenches.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Pozieres Memorial, 80300 Pozieres France

Pozieres Memorial.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Villers-Bretonneux Military Cemetery, D23 Route de Villers-Bretonneux se encuentra en el mismo espacio que el Memorial Australiano y su nuevo museo, 80800 Fouilloy France

This memorial commemorates 10,738 Australian servicemen with no known grave who died on the Western Front. Anzac Day celebrations take place at the memorial every April 25.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Sir John Monash Centre, Route de Villers Bretonneux Memorial National Australien, 80800 Fouilloy France

You'll explore the fascinating Sir John Monash Center. There video testimonials and interactive displays will help you to be immersed in the personal stories of how other brave men lived through the hardships and horrors of the Great War first hand.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Le Tommy, 91 Route d Albert 80300 Pozieres, 80300 Pozieres France

You’ll have about one hour of free time to eat lunch at “Le Tommy”. This restaurant is owned and operated by a man named Dominique who is a local legend for his strong character and his passion for the history of the Somme during WWI. He serves good, classic, meals at very reasonable prices and will let you explore his private collection of artifacts from the Battle of the Somme. Lunch price not included.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Cathedrale Notre-Dame d'Amiens, 30 Place Notre Dame, 80000, Amiens France

Finishing off the day with a visit to the 13th century Cathedral of Amiens, the largest Cathedral in France.

Duration: 20 minutes

Inclusions
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Driver/guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Guaranteed to skip the lines

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Food
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Minimum age is 7 years
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Dada, 12 Av. des Ternes, 75017 Paris, France


Departure Time

07:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

11 hours


User's Reviews

Kathryn_B

23 Apr, 2024

Our tour guide Aaron was excellent, even helping two couples to locate a loved one in the Somme cemeteries.

sandypink1

22 Apr, 2024

Can’t praise Aaron enough! He was brilliant! Amazing amount of knowledge about WW1 and WW2! He found the grave of my Great Uncle which was extraordinary! He drove well and I felt safe with him! Great place for lunch with some pleasant surprises! Would highly recommend Blue Fox Travel!

R7921ZIjacquelineb

20 Apr, 2024

Fabulous tour guide Clermont Very knowledgeable & entertaining.. Highly recommended tour.. Comfortable ride for a long day experience…

Keaton_L

08 Apr, 2024

Our guide was amazing. Asked tons of interesting questions, answered all of ours expertly and was an overall wonderful tour guide.

Tara K

05 Apr, 2024

I booked the tour for Australian (mostly) sites but really wanted to visit the Canadian memorial at Vimy and our guide Aaron went out of his way to add an extra stop for us. When he found out that we had had relatives who had fought for the Newfoundland Regiment he tried to personalize the visit to Beaumont Hamel- helping find a name on the memorial, looking up information at the Visitor Centre, taking pictures for us and giving us a lesson on trench warfare. Aaron and new employee Nico were friendly guys and we had a lot of laughs.

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Awesome WW1 Tour

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Had a fun and informative day with Aaron & Nico.

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Thank you for amazing tour of Somme Battlefields.

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Great WWI Tour

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Highly recommend

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A wonderful unique experience.

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A Fantastic WWI Tour

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Amazing day for Australian history

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A top tour and highly recommended

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Spectacular day!

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Every Aussie should do this tour

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I'd call it the Solemn Somme experience

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Worthwhile tour for Australian visitors

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Fantastic tour!

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Best day trip ever

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Get a soldier's view of the Great War.

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