WWI and WWII Battlefields
WWI and WWII Battlefields
WWI and WWII Battlefields
11 Days Starting in London and ending in Paris
Visiting: London, Brussels, Dunkirk, Ypres, Somme, Caen, Normandy Beaches, Paris
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FBATAZM19
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on a poignant journey through history with the "WWI and WWII Battlefields" tour, a meticulously crafted experience that spans the United Kingdom, Belgium, and France. This tour invites you to explore the hallowed grounds of London and Paris with a Local Specialist, uncovering the stories of Normandy, Amiens, the Somme Region, Ypres, Brussels, and Rouen. Highlights include visits to the Imperial War Museum in London, the D-Day Landing Beaches, and numerous military cemeteries, offering a deep dive into the heart-wrenching tales of bravery and sacrifice. View iconic landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, the Eiffel Tower, and the Arc de Triomphe, and immerse yourself in history at the Dunkirk War Museum and the Memorial Museum Passchendaele. With luxury air-conditioned coach travel, cherry-picked hotels, and an expert Travel Director, this tour promises a moving and unforgettable exploration of Europe's wartime legacy.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To London
Location: London
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Kings Cross
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza London Kings Cross
Meals Included: Dinner
From tragic battles to tales of triumph, this special-interest exploration of two World Wars kicks off in the vibrant British capital of London. Meet your Travel Director and fellow companions this evening for a traditional English pub Welcome Dinner.
Day 2: See The Sights Of London
Location: London
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Kings Cross
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza London Kings Cross
Meals Included: Breakfast
Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey feature on this half-day introductory sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist, which includes views of Buckingham Palace. This afternoon, we visit the Imperial War Museum, which tells the story of those whose lives were shaped by war from World War I to today. See extensive archives and recordings, as well as a Spitfire that saw action in the Battle of Britain. Maybe enjoy London after dark, spending your evening at leisure meandering along the Thames, riding the London Eye or discover Covent Garden.
Day 3: Cross The English Channel By Eurostar To Brussels
Location: Brussels
Accommodation: Sofitel Europe
Accommodation Name: Sofitel Brussels Europe
Meals Included: Breakfast
We journey by Eurostar to Brussels today. Your Travel Director will show you the city's highlights. See the Atomium, designed for the 1958 Brussels World's Fair, Mannekin Pis and the exquisite Grand Place with its opulent and ornate guildhalls. T
Day 4 : Venture To Dunkirk, Fromelles, Vimy Ridge And Lens
Location: Dunkirk
Accommodation: Novotel Centre Grand Place
Accommodation Name: Hotel Louvre Lens
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we journey to Dunkirk, where Operation Dynamo miraculously saw over 330,000 Allied troops evacuated to Britain. We stop in Fromelles, where there was a combined operation between British troops and the Australian Imperial Force, described as the "worst 24 hours in Australia's military history". After we visit the memorial at Vimy Ridge dedicated to the Canadian soldiers, who fought a battle here in 1917. This horrific battle, and the bravery of the men who fought in it, came to symbolise Canada's coming of age as a nation.
Day 5: Off To The Ypres Battlefields And Menin Gate
Location: Ypres
Accommodation: Novotel Centre Grand Place
Accommodation Name: Hotel Louvre Lens
Meals Included: Breakfast
Some of the biggest battles of World War I are explored at Ypres Salient in Belgium, where we will see such sites as Tyne Cot, Langemark and Vancouver Corner. Stop in Zonnebeke for an included visit to the Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917, where you can see a replica trench. See Essex Farm Cemetery where over 1,200 brave servicemen are buried and where Lt. Col. John McCrae wrote his immortal poem, ‘In Flanders Fields'. Spend the rest of the afternoon on your own, before making your way to Menin Gate to witness the moving Last Post Ceremony to pay tribute to over 100,000 soldiers who laid down their lives more than a century ago.
Day 6: Discover The Somme
Location: Somme
Accommodation: Mercure Cathedrale
Accommodation Name: Hotel Mercure Amiens Cathedrale
Meals Included: Breakfast
The bloody battlefields of the Somme take centre stage today. Stop at the Villers-Bretonneux memorial to the Australian soldiers who lost their lives in WWI. Carry on to Thiepval to see the poignant memorial which honours the 72,337 missing British and South African men who died with no known graves. We journey to Amiens for an evening at leisure.
Day 7: Cross Normandy To Caen
Location: Caen
Accommodation: Novotel Côte de Nacre
Accommodation Name: Novotel Caen Côte de Nacre
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel south through Normandy today. Taste the delights of the region during your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience where sweet treats await you. Stop in Rouen for an orientation tour of this city which was captured by the French in 1204 from English possession. Next stop is Caen where you will visit the Memorial de Caen to learn about the significance of Normandy and the day that changed World War II.
Day 8: Explore The D-Day Normandy Beaches
Location: Normandy Beaches
Accommodation: Novotel Côte de Nacre
Accommodation Name: Novotel Caen Côte de Nacre
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Take yourself back to June 6, 1944. Imagine the terror and bravery of thousands of soldiers who landed on the beaches of Normandy to free Europe from the Nazis. This morning, we visit the Memorial de Caen to learn about the significance of Normandy and the day that changed World War II. Then journey to the historic D-Day Normandy Landing Beaches, including Juno Beach, Pointe du Hoc and Omaha Beach. Visit the American Cemetery and Memorial to learn about the Canadian, American, and Commonwealth involvement in this unbelievable battle for supremacy.
Day 9: Journey To Elegant Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Mercure Vaugirard Porte de Versailles
Accommodation Name: Mercure Paris Vaugirard Porte de Versailles
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey inland through Normandy today, bound for the grand boulevards of Paris. Perhaps join us for an optional visit to the glittering Palace of Versailles before arriving in the French capital.
Day 10: Discover The Delights Of Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Mercure Vaugirard Porte de Versailles
Accommodation Name: Mercure Paris Vaugirard Porte de Versailles
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join your Local Specialist to visit the remarkable church of Saint-Sulpice, then delve into the lives of Parisians, wandering through the enchanting hidden squares and secret passages of one of Paris's oldest neighbourhoods. Our walking tour concludes in one of the city's loveliest squares which is a real favourite among the locals. Spend the rest of the day on your own to see the sights. On our last evening together in Paris, we join our travel companions and Travel Director for a Farewell Dinner in the city.
Day 11: Au Revoir Paris
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we bid our newfound friends a fond farewell as our memorable holiday comes to a close.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Ferry from Portsmouth to Caen
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Optional Experiences and free time
What's Not Included
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International airfare
International airfare is not included.
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Insurance
Mode of Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys), Eurostar high-speed train from London to Brussels
Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Check out our Q&As
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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