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Things to do in Longueval, Hauts-de-France: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours
Discover the best top things to do in Longueval, France including Australian and New Zealand Battlefield Day Tour in the Somme from Lille or Arras, WW1 Somme Battlefields - Private tour from Paris aboard a Van (2 pax), New Zealand Somme and Arras Day Tour from Arras, Somme Battlefields Small-Group Day Trip with John Monash Centre from Paris, New Zealand Ypres Day Tour from Arras.
1. Australian and New Zealand Battlefield Day Tour in the Somme from Lille or Arras
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Le Hamel where Sir John Monash used for the 1st time tanks and infantry on a modern way, Albert and Thiepval Memorial and Pozières, the Windmill are the other places you will also visit that day.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees, and handling charges, Lunch, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks, Souvenirs, photos
Reviewed By Anthony S
Where do I start?! As my husband and I were starting to plan our vacation to Europe one of my must do's was to go and see the Canadian monument, Vimy Ridge. Although I have no present knowledge of relatives who were a part of WW1, as a Canadian, as a child of a serviceman from WW2, a brother, a nephew and my husband have or still do serve, my interest in of taking up the torch to remember and honour those who gave so much. I searched online for tours, months before we left Canada, and came across this tour company "Battlefield Tours". I am unable to say enough wonderful things about this tour company, Claude and his knowledge, kindness, and patience with me as I was becoming more and more interested with each gravesite and monument. I started to look for my family name on graves and found many. Claude obviously had a schedule and I am sure I tested his time but he understood how this was becoming more and more important than even I had imagined. We opted for the private tour and found that it was worth every nickel. Claude has amazing knowledge, passion and obvious great interest in these sites and the history of the European "War To End All Wars". You will NOT be disappointed in this tour company, Battlefield Tours, and I HIGHLY recommend it!
2. WW1 Somme Battlefields - Private tour from Paris aboard a Van (2 pax)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Visit to the WW1 Somme Battefields main sites from Paris (Including Lochnagar crater, Thiepval, the Newfoundland Memorial Park, Delville Wood and the South African National Memorial). Travel with your own group of passengers (2 travellers) aboard a Private Air- conditioning Minivan. See the huge landmine « Lochnagar Crater » in La Boisselle. Walk along the last preserved WW1 original trenches at Beaumont Hamel Newfoundland Memorial Park. Discover inside the Thiepval museum the gallery devoted to the "Battle of the Somme" opens onto a panoramic mural by illustrator Joe Sacco. it depicts the harrowing day of 1 July 1916, hour after hour. Reproduced onto 60 metres of back-lit glass, it provides a panoramic view of the battlefield, a graphic narrative of military operations. Pay your respect to the fallen soldiers at the South African National Memorial located in the heart of "Delville Wood". Browse thousands of war-objects collected and displayed at the Historial of Peronne.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver Guide, Admission to the Historial of the Great War in Péronne, Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities (optional)
Reviewed By Robyn_Wilusz
We were lucky enough to return to Paris in July ,2019. We wanted to see WW1 battle sights. Our travel agent put us with the best company - Adrian Roads. This company was great. If you go with them ( and you should) request Regis Piteaux as your guide. He was amazing!!! He made us feel very comfortable and no request or questions was too much. Our tour departed early so we did not get a chance to eat breakfast. Regis took us to a stop for breakfast and we sat together learning so much even before our trip. Once we arrived to the sites we were in awe. Regis knew so much, I could not believe the knowledge he possessed. The stops, the museums, the fields, everything was beautiful and made memorable by regis. By the end of the day I felt like a third wheel between my husband and regis. hahah But that is how I knew we had an amazing time. We did go in July but since we are sooo late writing this review I had to choose August.
3. New Zealand Somme and Arras Day Tour from Arras
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 4 reviews
This small group tour has been specifically written for New Zealanders, a comprehensive guided tour visiting relevant must see places on the Western Front, preserved trenches, New Zealand Memorials and Battlefields of 1916, 1917 and 1918 and finishing at Arras with a visit to the underground city transformed by the New Zealand Tunnellers. From the bigger picture to the tiniest detail, a fascinating view into the lives of the original 'Diggers'. There is the possibility of visiting a cemetery within the itinerary area, please contact your guide in advance.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 619careyb
Hands down the BEST tour I have ever taken! An absolutely FANTASTIC day!! I’ve lived and travelled all over the globe (North America; Caribbean Europe; Africa; Middle East) and I can honestly say “The Battle of the Somme Guided Day Tour from Arras” was by far the best experience I have ever had. My guide for the day (Jackie) was a star! Knowledgeable; interesting; engaging; personable; Jackie demonstrated a genuine passion for the subject matter. Thank you for an unforgettably amazing day. Carey Barrett
4. Somme Battlefields Small-Group Day Trip with John Monash Centre from Paris
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 250 reviews
On this Small Group tour of the Somme battlefields, you will discover a part of France that suffered severely in the violent and bloody battles of the Great War. A dramatic period of history took place here, and you will see the major sites including memorials, cemeteries and traces of battles, as well as of course the newly opened Sir John Monash Centre at Villers-Bretonneux. Number of participants is limited to a maximum of 16 people, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your knowledgeable guide.
Inclusions: Small group tour (maximum 8 participants), Guaranteed to skip the long lines, English speaking guide, Transport by Air-Conditioned Minibus, All taxes, fees and handling charges
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By davidsTrz
Our driver was Arnaud. He cared to show and explain us everything while driving through the city. Very well educated man and very nice to talk to. I can recommend this enterprise highly and especially would like to thank Arnaud for this brilliant trip!
5. New Zealand Ypres Day Tour from Arras
Delve into New Zealand’s World War I history on this 12-hour day tour from Arras. Explore the New Zealand Memorial Park near Messines Ridge with a guide and learn of the thousands of soldiers who laid down their lives. Take in key sites of interest including Butts Cemetery, Nine Elms Cemetery, the New Zealand Memorial, and Polygon Wood. Perhaps pay your respects at the Tyne Cot Cemetery in Passchendaele, then attend the daily Last Post ceremony at the Menin Gate. This tour includes round-trip travel from Arras.
Inclusions: Guide, Transport, Round-trip travel from Arras, or drop-off in Ypres or Lille
Exclusions:
Reviewed By 619careyb
Hands down the BEST tour I have ever taken! An absolutely FANTASTIC day!! I’ve lived and travelled all over the globe (North America; Caribbean Europe; Africa; Middle East) and I can honestly say “The Battle of the Somme Guided Day Tour from Arras” was by far the best experience I have ever had. My guide for the day (Jackie) was a star! Knowledgeable; interesting; engaging; personable; Jackie demonstrated a genuine passion for the subject matter. Thank you for an unforgettably amazing day. Carey Barrett
