Join battlefield historian and author Roger Steward on a guided tour of Flanders Fields and Passchendaele. Explore the historic battlefields with a knowledgeable local guide.
Join battlefield historian and author Roger Steward on a guided tour of Flanders Fields and Passchendaele. Explore the historic battlefields with a knowledgeable local guide.
- Hill 62 (sanctuary Wood) Canadian Memorial - First stop is an overview of the geography of the area and the battles that take place around Ypres. Using a map and field equipment i will fully explain the who, whys and whats.
- Sanctuary Wood Museum - A visit to the excellent Sanctuary Wood museum to see its unbelievable collection of artifacts…
- Hill 62 (sanctuary Wood) Canadian Memorial - First stop is an overview of the geography of the area and the battles that take place around Ypres. Using a map and field equipment i will fully explain the who, whys and whats.
- Sanctuary Wood Museum - A visit to the excellent Sanctuary Wood museum to see its unbelievable collection of artifacts and extensive preserved British trench system
- Essex Farm Cemetery - A visit to the preserved dressing station bunkers and the memorial to Lt Col John McCrae and the story of the In Flanders Fields Poem
- Langemark Cemetery - The German cemetery in Langemark, with its mass grave and links to the Nazis makes it a fascinating visit.
- Passendale - A drive through the battlefields of Passchendaele keeping a close look out for unexploded Great War munitions on the way
- Passchendaele Museum - World class modern museum focused on the battle of Passchendaele. Visit the reconstructed underground dugout system, reconstructed British and German Trenches and from March 2024 the new Battle of Passchendaele Immersive experience.
- Caterpillar Mine Crater (Hil 60 B) - The story of the battle of Messines Ridge and the war underground at the site of the awe inspiring Caterpillar crater.
- Hill 60 - Preserved battlefield, bunkers and mine craters. The story of the terrible fighting at Hill 60
- Tyne Cot Cemetery - After driving through the battlefields of Passchendaele we finish the morning at the beautiful Tyne Cot cemetery the largest British and Commonwealth war grave cemetery in the world.
- Complimentary bottled water
- Delicious lunch included
- Complimentary bottled water
- Delicious lunch included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Alcoholic Beverages
I am a renowned historian and author specializing in Battlefield history, and have several years of guiding experience in the area. Being a British Expat residing in Belgium, you can rest assured that communication will be smooth and easy.
In addition, I have an extensive knowledge of the locale, enabling me to suggest accommodations, eateries, and so…
I am a renowned historian and author specializing in Battlefield history, and have several years of guiding experience in the area. Being a British Expat residing in Belgium, you can rest assured that communication will be smooth and easy.
In addition, I have an extensive knowledge of the locale, enabling me to suggest accommodations, eateries, and so forth if you need the information. Ypres Battlefield Tours is an ideal companion for your battlefield journey. I eagerly await our meeting.
Roger Steward
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.