Loos, Arras and Vimy Ridge WWI Battlefields Small Group Day Trip from Lille

Location:Lille, France
Duration:8 hours (approx.)
TOUR Code:2714_06LIL

From USD $180.22 View price calendar

Join a small group tour from Lille for a unique experience at a reasonable price. Accompanied by either ex-army personnel or Battlefield Guides with postgraduate qualifications, you will gain a fascinating insight into the Western Battlefields of France. This French Battlefield Tour from Lille takes you to the line between Armentieres and Arras. It's a much neglected region but with a huge amount to see.

Highlights

Day trip from Lille to Loos, Arras and Vimy Ridge battlefields
See World War I battle sites
Guided by either ex-army personnel or a qualified battlefield guide
Tour the Loos battlefield and the Vimy Ridge tunnel
Explore the picturesque city of Arras
Small group ensures a more intimate sightseeing experience

You will visit sites connected with the 1915 battles of Aubers Ridge, Festubert, and Neuve Chapelle, where the Indian Army gave a magnificent account of itself. You'll see where Adolf Hitler served and the bunker he is reputed to have used as a billet.

Australians will be particularly interested in seeing the Fromelles memorial and you will tour the Loos battlefield, site of the disastrous battle of 1915, and Vimy Ridge where you take a tunnel tour. Canadians will find this of special interest during the 90th anniversary commemorations.

Also see sites in and around the pretty city of Arras including (subject to opening) the recently discovered underground hospital and the French National memorial at Lorrette de Notre Dame.

Schedule Details

Loos, Arras and Vimy Ridge WWI Battlefields Small Group Day Trip from Lille

Departs:

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Departure Point: Eurolille/Lille Europe station Departure Time:

9:30am

Duration:

8 hours (approx.)

Return details:

Returns to original departure point at approximately 6:00pm

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Additional Information

Inclusions:

Entrance fees
Professional guide
Transport (maximum 16 people)

Exclusions:

Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pickup and drop off
Food and drinks, unless specified

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