Private Tour to Flanders World War I Battlefields From Zeebruges

New To The Site! Bruges, Belgium

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8 to 9 hours (Approx.)
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Overview

Visit the impressive monuments that commemorate the lives of fallen soldiers and admire the natural splendor of the Belgian countryside as you travel. Listen to fascinating commentary from an expert guide as you see graves that immortalize those killed in the world’s first major conflict, Enrich your historical knowledge at the Flanders’ Field Museum then feel your soul stir during a poignant Last Post ceremony in Ypres

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from the terminal cruise in Zeebrugge

Description

Stop At: Saint Julien Memorial, Saint-Julien, Langemark, Ieper (Ypres)

With your guide, discover these sites including St Julien Memorial, a Canadian memorial sometimes referred to as the 'Brooding Soldier,' and Polygon Wood, the 5th Australian Division Memorial.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Tank Memorial Ypres Salient - Poelkapelle, Brugseweg, Kruising Guynemerplein - Brugseweg - Langemarkstraat - Houthulsteweg, Poelkapelle 8920

Relax on a scenic drive through Brussels to Ypres, where you’ll visit the famous battlefield of the Ypres Salient, an area that saw many of the biggest battles during World War 1. Thousands of soldiers from the Commonwealth countries, as well as Germany, France and Belgium, defended the land around the Ypres Salient from the German Army. This battlefield saw numerous deaths during the war, and is now the site of several cemeteries and memorials honoring those who lost their lives there.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: In Flanders Fields Museum, Grote Markt 34, Lakenhallen, Ieper (Ypres) 8900

In a country where war was fought, it lingers, even if that war is already a century behind us. For each of the more than 600,000 dead who fell here, for each of the more than 425,000 graves and names on memorials and for the hundreds of traces and relics in the front region, for each of the millions affected (physically or psychologically wounded, refugees and displaced persons) there is a story of suffering, pain and ordeal somewhere in the world.

The City of Peace Ypres and the In Flanders Fields Museum conserve the link with the war past. Because it is important for those who want to speak about peace and war today.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Essex Farm Cemetery, east side of the N369 Ieper - Boezinge Rd, Ieper (Ypres)

Next, discover the Essex Farm Cemetery and bunkers, an area used as a dressing station during WWI and often associated with John McCrae, a Canadian soldier who was stationed here. Learn how he wrote ‘In Flanders Fields,’ the famous poem that resulted in poppies becoming one of the world's most recognized memorial symbols for fallen soldiers.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Hill 60, Zwarteleenstraat 36-40, Ieper (Ypres) 8902

With your guide, walk up to Hill 60, a famous battlefield on raised land that saw heavy fighting during the war. Unlike other battlefields in the Belgium Flanders region, Hill 60 saw a lot of fighting underground in tunnels created by mines.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Tyne Cot Cemetery, Tynecotstraat, Zonnebeke 8980

Visit the Tyne Cot Cemetery, where many soldiers who died in the Ypres Salient are buried. See the Tyne Cot Memorial to the Missing, the stone wall that surrounds the cemetery containing the names of missing soldiers from the UK and New Zealand.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Ieper (Ypres), Ieper (Ypres)

On your tour, you’ll also have free time to explore the town of Ypres at your leisure and have lunch (own expense).

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Menin Gate Memorial, Menenstraat, Poort gebouw, Ieper (Ypres) 8900

See the Menin Gate Memorial in Ypres, which has the names of thousands of missing Commonwealth soldiers inscribed on it, before enjoying a comfortable ride back to the terminal cruise ship.

Duration: 50 minutes

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What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 8 to 9 hours (Approx.)

What's Included

  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Brussels
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
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What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • The remaining (2-3 Hours) will be allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-67388P73

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