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Somme Background information....

Intended to be the great breakthrough, the first day of the Battle of the Somme on July 1st 1916 became infamous as the worst day in the history of the British Army. 20,000 were killed for only minor gains in enemy territory. Lions led by donkeys who sent wave after wave of young men to a pointless death or is there a more complex story to tell? Was this the battle that paved the way to ultimate Allied victory in 1918? Join us as we try to make sense of one of the most horrific and at times heartbreaking episodes of the First World War.

The Somme today remains a stark and poignant reminder of the futility of war.

Your time in the Somme....

"My Grandfather was here. The feelings the Journey generated will never be forgotten!"

We can offer a number of variations on the itinerary set out below. Please note that this itinerary is for a coach tour of the Somme. We also offer walking tours of the Somme which usually take place over 4 or 5 days. For more information please contact us directly.

Day 1: Travel from your pick up point visiting Vimy Ridge en route to our hotel in Albert (typically Best Western Hotel)

Day 2: Visit to Historial de la Grande Guerre in Peronne. The second part of the day examines the efforts to break through the German lines south of the Albert/Bapaume road and includes visits to Delville Wood, High Wood. Mametz Wood, Pozieres, Lochnagar Crater and Mansell Copse.

Day 3: The day focuses on the events of July 1st 1916, the most infamous day in the history of the British Army and begins with a visit to the newly opened Thiepval Visitors Centre. Other sites include Ulster Tower, Newfoundland Park, the village of Auchonvillers, Serre Road and Sheffield Park Memorial, Beaumont Hamel.

Day 4: Return journey to UK

The journey cost....

  • All travel and museum entrance charges included
  • Excellent En-Suite accommodation
  • Bed & full buffet breakfast
  • Your personal journey guide

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