Your Europe battlefield tour is the ultimate in-depth journey into the history of World Wars I and II. Journey to the Ypres Salient battlefields and see the Passchendaele Memorial and Tyne Cot Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery. Visit the Australian Fromelles Military Cemetery, where 250 British and Australian soldiers were buried and learn insights from a Local Expert for a tour of the key battlefields of the Somme. In Normandy, stand on the 100-foot-tall Pointe du Hoc overlooking the D-Day Landing Beaches and be guided through the Normandy American Cemetery at Omaha Beach. End the trip exploring Paris' celebrated squares and avenues, from Place de la Concorde to the Champs-Élysées.
Amiens: Venture through the battlefields of the Somme, as your local historian explains how brave soldiers fought tirelessly for five months.
Fromelles: Discover the remarkable work of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and its enduring commitment to remembrance. Learn how the organisation commemorates 1.7 million casualties of the First and Second World Wars, gaining insight into the care, dedication and responsibility involved in preserving their memory for generations to come.
London: Explore one of the world’s leading museums of conflict, focusing on the impact of modern warfare on individuals and societies. Through powerful exhibitions, learn about the World Wars and their lasting effects, featuring personal stories, military artifacts, and immersive experiences.
Paris: At the Australian National Memorial at Villers-Bretonneux, discover the story of the Australian soldiers who helped save the town. Continue to the Sir John Monash Centre, where your visit brings their experiences into sharper focus, revealing the courage, sacrifice and lasting connection between Villers-Bretonneux and Australia.
Sainte-Opportune-du-Bosc, Eure, Normandie, France: Step into the opulence of the Château du Champ de Bataille, a magnificent 17th-century estate in Normandy. This grand chateau boasts stunning gardens designed by renowned landscape architect Jacques Garcia, who has also restored the lavish interiors, offering visitors a glimpse into aristocratic life and French history.
Thiepval: Trace the stories of those who fought on the Somme as you visit the Franco-British Memorial at Thiepval, Lochnagar Crater and the South African and New Zealand Memorials at Longueval. These poignant sites offer a powerful perspective on the international scale of the conflict and the many nations whose soldiers are remembered across this historic landscape
Ypres: As evening settles over Ypres, gather at the Menin Gate to hear the Last Post sounded in remembrance of those who lost their lives in the First World War. In this deeply moving setting, take a moment to reflect on the human stories behind the conflict and the enduring importance of remembrance.
Zonnebeke: Discover the tragic history of one of the bloodiest battles of World War I. The Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917 offers a poignant journey through the events of the Battle of Passchendaele, with vivid displays of war relics, reconstructed trenches, and interactive exhibits to understand the devastation and courage of the soldiers.
Zonnebeke: Pay your respects at the largest Commonwealth military cemetery in the world, where over 11,900 soldiers of World War I are laid to rest. The Tyne Cot Cemetery is a solemn and moving tribute to the fallen, offering an opportunity for quiet reflection amidst the rows of white gravestones and the impressive memorial wall.
