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The Battle of the Somme Guided Day Tour from Arras: Walk in the Footsteps of Heroes
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Arras
Experience the Battle of the Somme like never before on this guided day tour from Arras. Walk in the footsteps of heroes, visit historic sites, and learn about the weapons and tactics used in this infamous campaign.
Experience the Battle of the Somme like never before on this guided day tour from Arras. Walk in the footsteps of heroes, visit historic sites, and learn about the weapons and tactics used in this infamous campaign.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Sir John Monash Centre - Explore this amazing new visitors centre and learn about Australia’s commitment to the Great War.
- Franco-Australian Museum - You will see the Victoria School built with money raised by the people of Victoria. We will also visit the Museum above the school.
- Australian Corps Memorial - Your guide will explain the…
- Sir John Monash Centre - Explore this amazing new visitors centre and learn about Australia’s commitment to the Great War.
- Franco-Australian Museum - You will see the Victoria School built with money raised by the people of Victoria. We will also visit the Museum above the school.
- Australian Corps Memorial - Your guide will explain the tactics and battlefield where Monash commanded Australian and American troops on the 4th July, you will also visit the Memorial.
- 3rd Australian Division Memorial - You will see the Memorial en route to Albert
- Lochnagar Crater - Learn all about the mining in WW1, you will see the largest mine crater on the Somme as we begin to follow the path of the soldiers along Sausage Vally to the German second line at Pozieres
- 1st austalian devision memorial - See the remnants of the Gibraltar Blockhouse, captured by the 2nd Battalion AIF on the 25th July 1916, learn about the offensives to take the German positions.
- Windmill Memorial - The highest point on the ridge, you will see how important this position was and what it cost to take it. You will see the remains of the Windmill captured by the 2nd Division and the War Animals Memorial and Pozieres field of Remembrance. You will also hear abut the roll of Tanks and see the Tank Memorial.
- Mouquet Farm - One farm, six weeks, ten thousand casulaties
- Memorial de Thiepval - You will visit the interpretation centre at Thiepval and see the British Memorial to the Missing for the 1916 Battle of the Somme
- Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial - Here you will walk through preserved trenches from the 1916 Battle of the Somme, hear about the offensives on the 1st July and the 13th November when the area was captured. Your guide will explain the tactics used and why things went so badly on the 1st July.
What's Included
- Central Arras pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- Professional guiding service
- Central Arras pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicles
- Professional guiding service
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Starting from Arras railway station or your accommodation, the day trip to Somme covers the significant sites of the Battle’s most notorious campaign, ranging from the disasters of July 1, 1916, to the gruelling incidents of autumn. You will get a chance to explore legendary venues, dugouts, mine pits, and gain understanding about warfare armaments,…
Starting from Arras railway station or your accommodation, the day trip to Somme covers the significant sites of the Battle’s most notorious campaign, ranging from the disasters of July 1, 1916, to the gruelling incidents of autumn. You will get a chance to explore legendary venues, dugouts, mine pits, and gain understanding about warfare armaments, conveyance methods and tunnelling. The first half of the day is focused on the 1918 combats near Amiens and involves visiting the Australian Memorial to the Missing at Villers Bretonneux and The Sir John Monash Centre. If you wish to pay homage to a kinsman or have a specific fascination, we can include that in your tour plan. With the help of cutting-edge GPS technology, you will have an opportunity to literally follow in the trails of brave heroes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Gare d'Arras
Place du Maréchal Foch
Please wait at the glass doors at the station entrance.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(117 Ratings)
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Jeancathrinem2024
Oct 22, 2024
Excellent day out - It takes a lot of hard work and research to put these trips together and Rod goes above and beyond to make your day memorable.
I was on this trip to research my father and my uncle's movements in the first world war and Rod came up trumps. Which made my day very emotional and memorable. Thanks to Rod now I have an insight to what my father and uncle went through on the Somme. If ever I need to come back I will definitely do another trip with him.
Maybe just a polite bit of advice don't forget to tip after all he drives all that way, He's very knowledgeable of everything and you will always come back knowing more about your relatives then you did.
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Tammy_m
Oct 11, 2024
A great day touring the Battlefields - Rod was an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable. He took us to my great great grandfathers grave yard which wasn’t part of the scheduled tour. Would highly recommend
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Mikecm9885ga
Sep 12, 2024
a day to remember - Jackie was fantastic a full day of interesting information presented in an easy to follow manner. Her knowledge was exceptional.
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Karen_c
Sep 8, 2024
We will never forget! - It was a very emotional journey & made me think of the courageous men who fought for our freedom. I was very impressed by the work of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. I was particularly impressed by Jackie, our tour leader and driver. She had a fabulous rapport with the passengers and was extremely knowledgeable.
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Huw_d
Jul 19, 2024
One Day Tour of the Somme Battlefield - Rod is a fabulous tour guide. Apart from what you'd expect to learn about military tactics and conduct of the war, we learned great deal from him about the bigger picture, including how the Franco-Prussian war, northern European geology, and the imperial powers' competition to loot Africa all played their part. We packed a tremendous amount into 1 day - excellent value for money.
Particular highlights for me were Mametz Wood where the trees have reclaimed the battle-scarred land and the sunken lane near Hawthorn Ridge where Malins filmed.
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Bda061
Jul 18, 2024
Unforgettable - I was met at the railway station and offered a choice of either the Somme tour or Ieper as I had been on the Belgian tour I chose the Somme with Jackie and a lovely couple from Canada . We saw the CWGC at work near Arras (very interesting) before a great Somme tour the sights especially Thiepval were quite simply unforgettable the tour guide was brilliant after a really pleasant lunch which she provided we then made our way to Vimy Ridge which was probably the highlight of the day on our way back we saw a huge French cemetery and the final resting place of thousands of brave Germans. After dropping our Canadian friends back at the station Jackie was good enough to run me to the Arras memorial which I wanted to visit but don’t think I would have found on my own a really interesting experience bringing an end to a really unforgettable day any time you are in the area I would thoroughly recommend using this company I can personally say you will not be disappointed thanks once again you can rest assured I will never forget the day .
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Charlescc6366hu
Jul 17, 2024
There Names Liveth Forever More - Did the Somme Offensive Tour organised by Ledger. The Trip, Drivers and Tour Guide were outstanding. The Guide incorporated my and the need of others outside of the itenery which is such a lovely thing to do showing that they cared. The Guide Gary was so knowledgeable and passionate. The Drivers Paul and Paul very proffesional funny and accommodation. Well done and Thank you.
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Mattss9170to
Jul 12, 2024
Amazing and sad - Rod Bedford was the perfect host for this tour He tailored the tour for us and coupled with his expertise, knowledge and experience he provided an unforgettable day. We were humbled by the experience but have no regrets about it. Will be recommending Rod to all Matt and Michele
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P7460gltimc
May 27, 2024
Recommend this Battlefields Tour - What a fantastic day spent with Rod touring the major Somme Battlefields. His knowledge and explanations were excellent and gave another level of understanding. Could not recommend him highly enough.
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Alan_h
Jul 16, 2024
Enjoyable journey through time - I had a very enjoyable trip but through no fault of mine two fellow travellers from Canada really wanted to visit Vimy so the timetable was changed I had a trip to Vimy booked the day after so with the uncertainty with the weather cancelled as I didn’t see the point of repeating what I had seen .With such a late cancellation I received no refund but was wondering if you can see why I cancelled and maybe reconsider as the trip to Vimy wasn’t on the agenda of the advertised trip and obviously missed seeing some of the Somme .
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