- Lion Hill Fitness - Waterloo - e Battle of Waterloo.Listen as your guide explains the history of the battle, during which the French army fell to the Duke of Wellington’s British and Prussian forces, leaving 12,000 dead and 35,000 wounded. A pivotal point in these nations’ histories, the Battle of Waterloo led to the final defeat of controversial French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, effectively ending the era of France’s domination in Europe.See where the complex battle plans were laid out at the Duke’s former headquarters (now the Wellington Museum) and La Belle Alliance, an inn that Napoleon commandeered as his headquarters. Take in panoramic views over the battlegrounds from atop Lion Hill, a man-made hill erected as a monument to honor William II of the Netherlands.Then take a driving tour of the battlefield itself, and stop at a few significant sites to go more in depth with your guide. You’ll see where some of the bloodiest episodes took place at Hougoumont Farm, Papelotte Farm and Ohain Road. You’ll also visit La Haye Sainte, a series of farm buildings that served as a hiding place for the Duke’s men.Commemorate fallen soldiers at the Gordon Monument, in honor of Lieutenant-Colonel Sir William Alexander Gordon of the Scots Guards, and the Prussian Monument, in the now peaceful village of Plancenoit where the Prussian allies attacked Napoleon’s forces and won a key victory during the battle.After this fascinating overview of the Battle of Waterloo, hop back in your private vehicle and relax on the drive back to central Brussels.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private tour
- Professional guide
- Driver/guide
- Landing and/or facility fees
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Surcharges on fuel
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Transport by private vehicle
- Entrance fees ( memling, Groeningen, Boat trip)
- Lunch
- Tips
Embark on a journey to Waterloo with a seasoned driver and a knowledgeable tour guide.
Our tour can be tailored to your preferences. Below is a typical itinerary for your trip:
Even though it’s been 200 years since the bloody Battle of Waterloo occurred, the nine hour event that ended with Napoleon’s ultimate defeat drastically transformed history. The Waterloo Memorial Site is a key attraction you shouldn’t miss when in Brussels.
You can expect to:
• Gain an understanding of how the battle unraveled
• Visit the historical Waterloo Memorial Site
• Be amazed by the Panorama
• Unwind and sample one of the five beers crafted at a local microbrewery
Following the tour, the guide and driver will convey you back to your hotel or any other location in Brussels.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
