WWI and WWII Battlefields

WWI and WWII Battlefields

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through the historic battlefields of World War I and II with our "WWI and WWII Battlefields" tour. This immersive experience takes you across England, Belgium, and France, starting in the vibrant city of London and concluding in the elegant streets of Paris. Explore iconic sites such as the Imperial War Museum, the D-Day Landing Beaches, and the Menin Gate in Ypres. Discover the poignant history of Dunkirk, the Somme, and Normandy, while enjoying the comfort of cherry-picked accommodations and the expertise of a dedicated Travel Director. With daily breakfasts, select evening meals, and luxury transportation, this tour offers a profound exploration of history, culture, and remembrance. Join us for an unforgettable journey that honors the past and enriches the present. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Explore the historic cities of London and Paris.

  • Discover the rich history of Brussels, Ypres, Amiens, Rouen, Normandy, and the Somme Region.

  • Visit the Imperial War Museum in London and the D-Day Landing Beaches in Normandy.

  • Experience the poignant memorials at the Somme, including the Australian National Memorial and the Thiepval Memorial.

  • Witness the moving Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate in Ypres.

  • Explore the battlefields of Dunkirk, Fromelles, and Vimy Ridge.

  • Walk through an original British trench at the Ocean Villas WWI Museum in the Somme.

Places You'll See

Victoria Embankment with Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, London, UK

Victoria Embankment with Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, London, UK

London's city skyline along the River Thames, UK

London's city skyline along the River Thames, UK

Big Ben, London

Big Ben, London

The Imperial War Museum, UK

The Imperial War Museum, UK

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace

Grand Palace of Brussels

Grand Palace of Brussels

Vimy Ridge, France

Vimy Ridge, France

Menin Gate, Belgium

Menin Gate, Belgium

Villers-Bretonneux memorial

Villers-Bretonneux memorial

Palace of Versailles

Palace of Versailles

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome to London

Hyde Park
Tower Bridge, London, UK
A beautiful shot of London Eye and River Thames London
London's city skyline along the River Thames, UK
St. Paul's cathedral and double-decker bus, London, UK
Victoria Embankment with Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, London, UK
Tower of London, seen from the south bank of the River Thames
Kensington palace and Monument to queen Victoria at sunset, London, UK

Location: London

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Kings Cross

Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza 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

Buckingham Palace
Tower Bridge, London, UK
Big Ben, London
London's city skyline along the River Thames, UK
Kensington palace and Monument to queen Victoria at sunset, London, UK
The Imperial War Museum, UK
Victoria Embankment with Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, London, UK
Tower of London, seen from the south bank of the River Thames
St. Paul's cathedral and double-decker bus, London, UK
Hyde Park
A beautiful shot of London Eye and River Thames London

Location: Big Ben, London, Houses of Parliament, London, Westminster Abbey, London, Buckingham Palace, London, Imperial War Museum, London, London Eye, London, Covent Garden, London

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Kings Cross

Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza 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

Grand Palace of Brussels
Brussels, Belgium

Location: Brussels

Accommodation: Sofitel Europe

Accommodation Name: Marivaux Hotel SA

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.

Day 4: Venture to Dunkirk, Fromelles, Vimy Ridge and Lens

Vimy Ridge, France
Dunkirk, France

Location: Dunkirk, Fromelles, Vimy Ridge, Lens

Accommodation: Hotel Louvre Lens.

Accommodation Name: 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

Ypres, Belgium
Menin Gate, Belgium

Location: Ypres, Tyne Cot, Langemark, Vancouver Corner, Zonnebeke, Essex Farm Cemetery, Menin Gate

Accommodation: Hotel Louvre Lens.

Accommodation Name: 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 and later sample one of the excellent local beers. After, make your way to the Menin Gate and 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

Amiens, France
Amiens, France
Villers-Bretonneux memorial

Location: Villers-Bretonneux, Thiepval, Amiens

Accommodation: Mercure Cathedrale

Accommodation Name: Mercure Cathedrale

Meals Included: Breakfast

The battlefields of the Somme take center stage today. Stop at the Villers-Bretonneux Memorial, honoring the Australian soldiers who lost their lives in WWI. Take part in a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Ocean Villas WWI Museum, where you’ll walk through an original British trench, explore recovered artefacts and visit the private Remembrance Wall, preserving the memory of both the fallen and those who survived. Carry on to Thiepval to see the poignant memorial that honours the 72,337 missing British and South African men who died with no known graves. Later, arrive in Amiens, where you can enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Day 7: Cross Normandy to Caen

Caen, France
Rouen, France

Location: Rouen, Caen

Accommodation: Novotel Côte de Nacre

Accommodation Name: Novotel Côte de Nacre

Meals Included: Breakfast

Travel south through Normandy today. Stop in the City of 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: Juno Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, American Cemetery and Memorial

Accommodation: Novotel Côte de Nacre

Accommodation Name: Novotel 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, 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. This evening Connect With Locals on a Be My Guest Experience with the Ferrut family.

Day 9: Journey to Elegant Paris

Normandy, France
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris
Arc de Triomphe, Paris
Paris, France
The Pont Alexandre III, Paris
Eiffel Tower, Paris
Palace of Versailles
The Pont Alexandre III, Paris
Arc de Triomphe, Paris
Paris, France
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris
The Pont Alexandre III, Paris
The Pont Alexandre III, Paris

Location: Normandy, Palace of Versailles, Paris

Accommodation: Mercure Vaugirard Porte de Versailles

Accommodation Name: Courtyard Paris 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

Eiffel Tower, Paris
Arc de Triomphe, Paris
The Pont Alexandre III, Paris
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris
The Pont Alexandre III, Paris
The Pont Alexandre III, Paris
Arc de Triomphe, Paris
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris
Paris, France
Paris, France
The Pont Alexandre III, Paris

Location: Paris

Accommodation: Mercure Vaugirard Porte de Versailles

Accommodation Name: Courtyard Paris Porte de Versailles

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Join your Local Specialist to view the remarkable church of Saint-Sulpice, then delve into the lives of Parisians, wandering through the enchanting hidden squares of one of Paris's oldest neighborhoods. Our walking tour concludes in one of the city's loveliest squares which is a real favorite 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

The Pont Alexandre III, Paris
The Pont Alexandre III, Paris
Arc de Triomphe, Paris
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris
Paris, France
Arc de Triomphe, Paris
Eiffel Tower, Paris
The Pont Alexandre III, Paris
The Pont Alexandre III, Paris
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris
Paris, France

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

  • Expert Travel Director and Professional Driver

    An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included to guide and assist you throughout the tour.

  • Cherry-picked Hotels

    Accommodation in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted is included.

  • Porterage and Restaurant Gratuities

    All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour package.

  • Hotel Tips, Charges, and Local Taxes

    All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are covered in the tour package.

  • Must-see Sightseeing and Surprise Extras

    Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are part of the tour experience.

  • Audio Headsets

    Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.

  • Luxury Air-conditioned Coach with Wi-Fi

    Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.

  • Optional Experiences and Free Time

    Optional experiences and free time are included in the itinerary.

  • Eurostar High-speed Train

    Travel on the Eurostar high-speed train from London to Brussels is included.

  • Alternative Hotels

    On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized if necessary.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Experiences

    Optional experiences are available but not included in the tour price.

  • Airport Transfers

    Airport transfers are not included and are available for purchase.

Mode of Transport

Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi, and enjoy the Eurostar high-speed train from London to Brussels, providing a seamless and comfortable travel experience.

Accommodation

Stay in cherry-picked hotels such as the Crowne Plaza Kings Cross in London, Marivaux Hotel SA in Brussels, and Mercure Cathedrale in Amiens, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your journey.

Dining Summary

  • 4 Dinner (D)
  • 10 Breakfast (B)

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is included in the tour?

    The tour includes travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries, as well as a Eurostar high-speed train journey from London to Brussels.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour package includes daily breakfast and up to half of your evening meals.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?

    Accommodation is provided in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted. On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized if necessary.

  • Is there a guide provided during the tour?

    Yes, an expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included to guide and assist you throughout the tour.

  • What is the significance of the visit to the Ocean Villas WWI Museum?

    The visit to the Ocean Villas WWI Museum is a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience where you can walk through an original British trench, explore recovered artefacts, and visit the private Remembrance Wall. This visit supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. ...more ...less

  • What is the Be My Guest experience in Bayeux?

    The Be My Guest experience in Bayeux involves a visit to the Ferrut family's equestrian center set in the Normandy countryside, providing a local and personal touch to the tour.

  • Are there any optional experiences available during the tour?

    Yes, optional experiences and free time are included in the itinerary, although they are not included in the tour price.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1947

  • 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.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

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WWI and WWII Battlefields

11 Days Starting in London, United Kingdom and ending in Paris, France

Visiting: London, Big Ben, London, Houses of Parliament, London, Westminster Abbey, London, Buckingham Palace, London, Imperial War Museum, London, London Eye, London, Covent Garden, London, Brussels, Dunkirk, Fromelles, Vimy Ridge, Lens, Ypres, Tyne Cot, Langemark, Vancouver Corner, Zonnebeke, Essex Farm Cemetery, Menin Gate, Villers-Bretonneux, Thiepval, Amiens, Rouen, Caen, Juno Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, American Cemetery and Memorial, Normandy, Palace of Versailles, Paris ...more ...less

Tour operator:

Trafalgar

Tour code:

FBATZN20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Activities:

Sightseeing

From: $4050 $3636 (USD) Operator discount: -$414

NB: Prices correct on 15-Mar-2025 but subject to change.