Private Full Day Tour of the Somme Battlefields
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About the Activity
Starting in the beautiful towns of Arras or Albert we head to the notorious battlefield of the 1916 Somme offensive. From trenches to memorials we will guide you through the planning and execution of this infamous campaign. We only operate private tours, this will be your tour and adapted as necessary to meet your needs during the day. With our years of living and working on these iconic sites we aim to ensure you leave with memories of the sacrifice of a generation. Given suitable notice time we are able to research and prepare a bespoke tour to cover an individual soldier or unit.8 hours 30 minutes
Private Tour
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick up and drop off at either an agreed hotel or Arras train station
Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch
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Locations in the itinerary
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Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial
Rue de l'Eglise, Beaumont-Hamel, France, 80300Visit the preserved trenches and the ground across which the Newfoundland Regiment bravely fought on the 1st July 1916. 1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Memorial de Thiepval
Rue de L'Ancre, , Thiepval, France, 80300Your tour takes in the largest memorial in the world to the missing of the British Army, followed by time in the visitor centre.45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Lochnagar Crater
Route de la Grande Mine, Ovillers-la-Boisselle, France, 80300Unlock more of the story of the Battle of the Somme as you walk around this scarred landscape.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
The Sunken Lane
D163, Gelegen Aan De D163, Beaumont-Hamel, France, 80300Stand on the ground where Geoffrey Malins filmed the iconic image of the blowing of Hawthorn Ridge mine.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Dartmoor Cemetery
Becordel-Becourt Nr Albert, Becordel-Becourt, FranceVisit one of the more out of the way cemeteries on the Somme and learn about lots of aspects of the war through the stories of the men here. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Fricourt
Fricourt, FranceVisit one of the German cemeteries on the Somme and learn about of those from the other side of the wire.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location7
Delville Wood War Memorial
Route de Ginchy, Longueval, France, 80360At this site discover the story of the South African Brigade and their actions here in July 1916.
1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Unless at a pre arranged hotel the pick up point is outside Arras or Albert train stations which are easily accessible from Paris/Lille/Amiens
Pickup points
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travel time and Lunch stop are included in the tour duration.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Paris time to receive 100% refund.
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