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Private World War I Battlefield Tour from Brussels to Flanders

By Tour Up in Europe
6.0 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is €550 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 13h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Step into the poignant history of World War I on our private tour designed for American visitors. Explore iconic sites like Vladslo's 'Grieving Parents,' Tyne Cot Cemetery, and experience the moving Last Post Ceremony in Ypres. Led by an expert guide, this immersive journey offers profound insights into the Great War's impact, returning to Brussels by 9:00 PM.

Will make sure to leave the best memories from your travel to France.
Designed for current and future lovers of European culture, history and gastronomy, these tours allow you to discover not only the must-see sights but also the lesser-known mesmerising parts and the authentic charm of the regions. You can make the best choice of different tour plans all year around.

VEHICLES
We offer a selection of vehicles to suit your needs:
• Comfort Cars: Hyundai Tucson SUV, Renault Talisman, Lexus IS
• Luxury Cars: Mercedes E-class W213 restyling, BMW 5 Series
• Mini-vans: Mercedes V-class Minivan

Activity location

  • Brussels
    • Brussels, Belgium

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Brussels
    • Brussels, Belgium

Check availability

Standard Option (No Ceremony)

  • Activity duration is 13 hours13h
    13h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€550.00 x 2 Adults€1,100.00
Total
Price is €1,100.00

With Last Post Ceremony Option

  • Activity duration is 13 hours13h
    13h
  • English

Duration: 13 hours
Last Post Ceremony: Includes Last Post Ceremony at Menin Gate, return to Brussels around 9 PM
Pickup included

Starting time: 11:00
Price details
€600.00 x 1 Adult€600.00
Total
Price is €600.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transport
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    WiFi on board
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tickets to all sites
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Brussels

  • 1h 30m
Hotel Pickup in Brussels/ Meet your knowledgeable guide and depart for Flanders. Option 1: Standard Itinerary Pick-up: 8:00 AM Visit the main World War I sites in Flanders Return to Brussels around 6:00 PM Option 2: With Last Post Ceremony Pick-up: 11:00 AM Visit the main World War I sites in Flanders Attend the Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate in Ypres Return to Brussels around 9:00 PM

Vladslo German War Cemetery

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
9:30 AM - Vladslo German Military Cemetery - Reflect at the 'Grieving Parents' sculpture by Käthe Kollwitz.

Diksmuide

  • 2h
11:00 AM - Diksmuide - Visit the "Brooding Soldier" monument, honouring Canadian soldiers. 12:30 PM - Free Time in Diksmuide - Lunch break and personal exploration.

In Flanders Fields Museum

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
1:30 PM - Flanders Field Museum - Gain insights into World War I's impact.

Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
3:00 PM - Passchendaele Battlefield - Explore the historic battleground.

Tyne Cot Cemetery

  • 50m
  • Admission ticket included
4:30 PM - Tyne Cot Cemetery - Pay respects at the largest Commonwealth cemetery.

Essex Farm Cemetery

  • 50m
  • Admission ticket included
5:30 PM - Essex Farm Cemetery - Visit where "In Flanders Fields" was inspired.

Ieper (Ypres)

  • 1h
6:30 PM - Ypres (Ieper) - Explore the town's wartime history.

Menin Gate Memorial

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
7:30 PM - Last Post Ceremony at Menin Gate - Attend the poignant tribute to fallen soldiers.

Brussels

  • 1h 30m
Hotel Drop-off Option 1: Standard Itinerary Hotel Drop-off: Arrive back at your hotel around 6:00 PM, reflecting on a day filled with history and remembrance. Option 2: With Last Post Ceremony Hotel Drop-off: Arrive back at your hotel around 9:00 PM, reflecting on a day filled with history and remembrance.

Location

Activity location

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    Brussels
    • Brussels, Belgium

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Brussels
    • Brussels, Belgium

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