Beyond Paris: Somme Battlefields, ANZAC Memorial & Amiens
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Take an unforgettable day trip from Paris to the Somme battlefields where the bloodiest battles of World War I were fought. The guide will help you learn about the Great War and the struggles faced in the trenches as you walk on the still scarred battlegrounds of the Somme. You’ll marvel at the huge Lochnagar mine crater, walk in the trenches at the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, visit the New John Monash Centre, and pay your respects to the fallen soldiers in Pozieres at the Windmill, the Australian National Memorial in Villers-Bretonneux, and at the Thiepval Memorial to the Missing. You’ll also admire the beauty of the 13th-century Cathedral of Amiens, the largest Cathedral in France. The maximum group size is 8 people.
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810katrinan, 10/21/2025 4:16:19 PM
Our Somme tour was a great experience. Our guide was very knowledgeable and shared a genuine interest in the places and points of significant interest. We learnt so much and shared our own family histories and war stories. Our guide took us to some great places for lunch and morning tea which also had there own unique stories. It was one of our favourite things to do in France. I highly recommend this tour.
lisakG856ST, 10/19/2025 3:05:21 PM
Atien was pur tourguide and he was very professional and knowledgeable He explained each site as we arrived and was very approachable for any questions. He went above and beyond when the weather turned to rain. My husband is passionate about war history and it was wonderful to see how the Aussies were involved and to 'walk in their shoes' so to speak.
B8288UWhannahc, 10/15/2025 10:54:22 AM
This tour is one of the best holiday experiences I’ve ever had. Our guide Frankie was outstanding, he showed and told us about so many small things we would not have otherwise known, and we were able to take it all in at our own pace. The volume of places we visited was excellent and really inclusive and made for an intense, emotional but incredible full day that was worth every penny. I would absolutely do this again and 100% recommend it.
FellowTraveler625426, 10/15/2025 3:59:07 AM
This was a fantastic day. Very well organised, very informative, places visited were wonderful and our Guide, Frankie, was very knowledgeable and passionate about the content of the tour
Red_Bear_23, 10/14/2025 4:15:46 AM
Was a great experience to see what the Aussie troops contributed to beat the German army. I feel that the price was expensive as there were no entry costs involved. Lunch should have been included, not an added expense
pablonorbury, 10/7/2025 5:30:15 AM
The tour was informative, our guide (Etienne) was excellent and made the experience very worthwhile. Happy to recommend to others
569wg, 10/2/2025 7:50:26 PM
Despite being a very long day, the tour and particularly the tour guide were excellent. Things were explained in an informative and compassionate manner.
pamelacB7978AZ, 10/2/2025 3:13:51 AM
An expensive tour because of the AUD exchange rate. Lunch at Tommy's restaurant was disappointing & should have been included in the price ,(excluding drinks). Otherwise an enjoyable day.
Jeff_R, 10/1/2025 12:19:13 PM
The guide (Marie) was knowledgeable and friendly. The interests of the guide group were considered. The experience was made so much more enjoyable due to her skill and consideration. The day was blighted by the size of the bus. I felt cramped and uncomfortable. Being in a cramped bus for 12 hours detracted from the experience.
williamhT8991FY, 10/1/2025 2:44:43 AM
A full and excellent day. Our guide Marie was very informative and we were able to really get a feel for the Battle of the Somme and the world lead up to it all. The Australian Memorial and John Monash museum are excellent and the people of France have made the whole Amiens and Somme area so beautiful and peaceful. The weather being perfect was an added bonus and the small group made the whole day just right. Easy to find the meeting point and a full but interesting day. I recommend the experience for any Australian adult.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum age is 7 years
Departure point
For the Small-Group WWI Somme Battlefields Day Trip, you will meet with your driver-guide outside of 12 Avenue des Ternes in Paris, 15 minutes before your tour starts. A café called "Café Dada Ternes" is located at that address.Return details
Take an unforgettable day trip from Paris to the Somme battlefields where the bloodiest battles of World War I were fought. The guide will help you learn about the Great War and the struggles faced in the trenches as you walk on the still scarred battlegrounds of the Somme. You’ll marvel at the huge Lochnagar mine crater, walk in the trenches at the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, visit the New John Monash Centre, and pay your respects to the fallen soldiers in Pozieres at the Windmill, the Australian National Memorial in Villers-Bretonneux, and at the Thiepval Memorial to the Missing. You’ll also admire the beauty of the 13th-century Cathedral of Amiens, the largest Cathedral in France. The maximum group size is 8 people.Redemption
• Please be there at least 15 min before the official departure time! • Tours always start sharp at the appointed starting time. • For this tour, it is absolutely necessary that you arrive before the tour starts as there is no way of catching up with the group once the tour has started. • For the Small-Group WWI Somme Battlefields Day Trip, you will meet with your driver-guide outside of 12 Avenue des Ternes in Paris, 15 minutes before your tour starts. • A café called "Café Dada Ternes" is located at that address. • Your driver-guide will arrive with a grey minibus about 10min before the scheduled departure time of the tour • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately • Not wheelchair accessible Cancelation policy & additional info : • Tours run Rain or Shine! Full refunds are given if the reservation is canceled more than 24hrs before the scheduled departure time of the tour. No refunds are given for any reasons once 24hrs prior to the scheduled departure time of the tour. • The Small-Group WWI Somme Battlefields Day Trip will finish around 6pm (depending on traffic) at the same location where it started: 12 Avenue des Ternes in Paris24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund