From Bruges: Great War Flanders Fields Minibus Tour w/ Lunch

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Summary

Starts
Bruges
Duration
9 Hrs.
Languages
English
Admission
Printed voucher
Minimum age
9 years

Description

Start your historical adventure with a full-day minibus tour from Bruges, exploring the evocative landscapes of West Flanders! Visit the rebuilt city of Ypres, a testimony to resilience after World War I, and discover its medieval charm.

Continue to the Ypres Salient, where restored trenches and war graves at Passchendaele and Polygon Wood offer poignant reminders of the past. Witness the preserved battlefield of Hill 60, with its craters and bunkers.

Marvel at the Menin Gate Memorial, a tribute to 55,000 missing soldiers, erected at the point where soldiers left for the battlefront. Travel through the picturesque Flanders countryside on an air-conditioned mini-coach, with the chance to view iconic poppy fields.

Optionally, visit an ancestor's grave or attend the Last Post Ceremony under the Menin Gate, with a return to your Bruges hotel for a small fee. Pre-booking is required for these additions.

This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with significant World War I sites, perfect for history lovers and curious travelers. Book today for a memorable journey through history!

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Destinations

Brugge - region in BelgiumBruges

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Attractions

Photo of the Menin Gate Memorial to the Missing war memorial in Ypres, Belgium.Menin Gate

Good to know

No-shows will not be refunded You can stay after your tour in Ypres for the Last Post Ceremony until 8 PM and be brought back by taxi to your hotel in Bruges (please request this when booking as only limited seats are available for this option). There is a small fee for this service (€25/person and minimum two persons with day trip booking) only to be paid on the day of the tour, preferably cash. The mini-bus is air-conditioned and very comfortable. No smoking on board, please. However, the tour does stop frequently. It is possible to visit an ancestor's grave, but please ask in advance You will be back in Bruges around 6:00 PM. This can vary by 15 minutes, so if you are on a time limit, keep this in mind when you book

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