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Discover WW1 Australian History in Amiens, Somme - Tour Including Sir John Monash Centre
Starting in the pretty little town of Albert, you’ll head first to Villers-Bretonneux to spend the morning uncovering the history of the Australian force during the dark days of the 1918 German Spring Offensive, then after lunch move on to the iconic Battle of the Somme battlefields where trenches and memorials tell the story of planning and execution in this infamous campaign; because we operate only private tours, your experience is tailored to your needs and can be adapted on the day, and if you have special sites connected to relatives we’re keen to personalize the route to include those places. With years of living and working on these iconic Somme sites, we ensure you leave with meaningful memories of a generation’s sacrifice, and given suitable notice and available records we can research and prepare a bespoke tour focused on an individual soldier or unit.
About this activity in Amiens
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Begin in the pretty town of Albert and spend the morning at Villers-Bretonneux, exploring the story of the Australian forces during the 1918 German Spring Offensive.
- Spend the afternoon on the Battle of the Somme sites - from preserved trenches to moving memorials - guided through the campaign’s planning and execution.
- Enjoy a fully private, tailor-made tour that can be adapted on the day to focus on places connected to your family or specific units.
- Benefit from guides with years of experience on these Somme battlefields who aim to leave you with a deeper understanding of the sacrifice of a generation.
Important Information
- The full-day programme combines guided visits in the morning and afternoon with travel time and a lunch stop built into the schedule-plan for a flexible day in the Somme.
- If you want a bespoke itinerary focused on an individual soldier or unit, provide suitable notice and any available records so we can research and prepare in advance.
- Wear comfortable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing for outdoor walking across memorial sites and former trenches; bring a camera and any family documents or maps you’d like to discuss.
- The tour is designed to be adaptable for different group types and abilities - let us know any mobility needs or special requests when you book so we can personalise your visit.
Meeting Point
Meet in Albert - your exact pickup location (agreed hotel or Albert train station) will be confirmed when you book.
Includes
- Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle for comfort while exploring Amiens and the Somme
- Door-to-door pick-up and drop-off at your agreed hotel or at Albert train station to make logistics simple
Excludes
- Lunch is not included - you’ll need to arrange your own meal
- Museum entry fees are not covered and must be paid separately
Other
- Service animals are allowed, so you can travel with trained support animals
- Public transportation options are available nearby, making it easy to connect with other local activities
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels, so you can enjoy the experience regardless of mobility
- Travel time and the lunch stop are included in the overall tour duration for clearer scheduling
Customer Reviews
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If you want a detailed explanation of WW1 on the Somme, then this tour is a must. Our guide John has a lot of knowledge of the war and he researches family members and shares the details with you, if you want them.
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A very informative tour with a very knowledgeable guide which covered many sites and points of interest in an unhurried manner
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Whilst we were interested in Australian focus we asked for & were provided with balanced perspective of all nations involved, including Germany.
Tour educated on the scope of the engagement & we were shocked by how many lives were lost in fighting over such a small region of farmland.
Monash Centre a must see.
Thank you Alison for your insights & factual analysis.
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Know more about Amiens
You’ll start in pretty Albert, spend the morning uncovering the history of the Australian force at Villers-Bretonneux during the 1918 German Spring Offensive, then after lunch move on to explore trenches, memorials and the planning and execution of the Battle of the Somme. The tour is private, so the pace and sites are tailored to your interests.
Tours operate with an air-conditioned vehicle and include pick up and drop off at an agreed hotel or Albert train station, with travel time and a lunch stop included within the tour duration.
Yes. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels and operates only as private tours, making it well suited for families, groups, couples or individual travellers who want a tailored experience.
Yes. Given suitable notice and the availability of records, we can research and prepare a bespoke tour focused on an individual soldier or unit, and we’re keen to adapt the itinerary to include areas that involved your relatives.
Lunch and museum entry fees are not included, so you should plan for those costs during the day while you visit memorials and museums on the Somme.
You should provide suitable notice so we can access records and prepare a bespoke itinerary; the more lead time you give, the better we can research individual soldiers or units and customise your Somme and Villers-Bretonneux visit.