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From Paris : WWI Somme Battlefields with Licensed Guide

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Experience a private tour from Paris to the Somme battlefields, where the most significant battles of World War I unfolded. History of the Great War and the challenges faced in the trenches.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience.
  • Free pickup
    A complimentary hotel pick-up service is offered.
  • Live guiding
    English
  • Valid
    1 day
  • Includes
    • Transportation: Travel comfortably in a private vehicle with a professional driver.
    • Guide: Enjoy the expertise of a knowledgeable guide who will provide historical context and engaging narratives throughout the tour.
    • Entrance fees to museums or memorials are included
    • meal cost not included
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • World War I battlefields of the Somme
  • Villers-Bretonneux Australian War Memorial Monash
  • personalized WWI Somme tour
  • Commonwealth cemetery
  • Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial Park

Description

**Departure from Your Paris your hotel or choosen location**

This tour can be personalized according to your wishes — whether you’re looking to visit a specific cemetery, locate a particular grave, or focus on sites related to a certain nationality. Many Commonwealth nations are represented throughout the region.

Villers-Bretonneux Australian War Memorial & Sir John Monash Centre

Start your day by paying tribute at the Villers-Bretonneux Australian War Memorial, dedicated to the courage and sacrifice of Australian soldiers who fought valiantly during World War I.
Continue your visit at the Sir John Monash Centre, where interactive displays and immersive stories bring the Australian experience on the Western Front to life.

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Lochnagar Crater

Discover the dramatic Lochnagar Crater, the largest man-made mine crater from the war — a striking reminder of the immense power of the Battle of the Somme and the soldiers who endured it.

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Pozières

Continue to Pozières, a key battlefield where Australian and British troops faced fierce fighting. The memorials and landscapes here tell powerful stories of endurance and loss.

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Thiepval Memorial & Mouquet Farm

Drive past Mouquet Farm before arriving at the Thiepval Memorial to the Missing, the largest Commonwealth war memorial in the world — a moving tribute to more than 72,000 soldiers with no known grave.

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Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial Park

Visit the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial Park, one of the best-preserved battlefields of the Somme. Walk among original trenches and view the poignant Caribou Monument, honoring the soldiers of the Newfoundland Regiment.

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Péronne & the Historial de la Grande Guerre

Conclude your day in the charming town of Péronne, home to the Historial de la Grande Guerre, a museum that offers a rich and emotional perspective on World War I through artifacts, personal stories, and immersive exhibits.

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Return to Paris

At the end of the afternoon, relax on your return journey to Paris after a moving and memorable day tracing the footsteps of history.

Good to know before you go
  • This tour is ideal for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking a deeper understanding of World War I's impact on the Somme region.
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
5. What is a free pickup?
When a tour company offers free pickup, it means that they will pick you up from your hotel or other designated location at no charge. When making a reservation, you can specify your pickup location.
6. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
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