ANZAC on the Western Front: Dawn Service (Southbound) 2025
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a memorable multi-day journey that takes you through the poignant history of World War I. This tour is designed to pay tribute to the brave soldiers who fought valiantly, with a special focus on the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC). From the vibrant city of Lille to the historic battlefields of Villers-Bretonneux and Amiens, this tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and remembrance. You'll visit significant war memorials, museums, and sites of major battles, immersing yourself in the stories of courage and sacrifice that shaped our world. With comfortable accommodations and delicious meals included, this tour promises an enriching and hassle-free experience.
Included
6 breakfasts
2 dinners
- 6 nights in hand-picked accommodation
Guide
Attend a poignant ANZAC Day Dawn Service in Villers-Bretonneux
Delve into the Australian story on the Western Front at the Franco-Australian Museum
Visit the Wellington Quarries – a network of tunnels dug by the New Zealand Tunnelling Company
Destinations
Amiens
Lille
Arras
YpresMap
Attractions
Ulster Memorial Tower
TEXTURE - Flax & River Lys Museum
In Flanders Fields Museum
Passchendaele Canadian Memorial
Historial de la Grande Guerre - Musée de Thiepval
Musée De Picardie
Pool of Peace
Menin Gate
Pozieres Memorial
Hooge Crater MuseumDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Lille
- Lille - Arrival day
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Our journey begins in the lively city of Lille, where we gather for a welcome dinner. Tonight, we'll stay at the Hôtel Couvent des Minimes (or similar).
Day 2 – Day 2: Lille - Villers-Bretonneux - Amiens
- Amiens
- Lille
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- Historial de la Grande Guerre - Musée de Thiepval
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Our first day takes us from Lille to Villers-Bretonneux, where we visit the National War Memorial and the Franco-Australian Museum. We also stop at the Sir John Monash Centre and Le Hamel, a significant site from the last year of the war. We then proceed to Amiens, our base for the next three nights, staying at Le Saint Louis Hotel (or similar).
Day 3 – Day 3: Exploring Amiens and Surroundings
- Amiens
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- Ulster Memorial Tower
- Musée De Picardie
- Pozieres Memorial
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Today, we delve into the history of the Somme, visiting significant sites like Pozières, Mouquet Farm, Longueval, and Flers. We also pay our respects at the Thiepval Memorial to the Missing of the Somme. The evening is free for you to explore Amiens or relax at Le Saint Louis Hotel (or similar).
Day 4 – Day 4: Amiens - Villers-Bretonneux - Amiens
- Amiens
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We start early today to attend the ANZAC Day Dawn Service at the Australian War Memorial in Villers-Bretonneux. After paying tribute to the brave ANZAC soldiers, the rest of the day is yours to spend at leisure. We'll stay overnight at Le Saint Louis Hotel (or similar).
Day 5 – Day 5: Amiens - Bullecourt - Fromelles
- Ypres
- Arras
- Amiens
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Today, we visit the Wellington Quarries and the Digger Memorial in Bullecourt. We then move on to Fromelles, where we pay our respects at the Pheasant Wood Cemetery. The day concludes with a group dinner and an overnight stay at the Albion Hotel (or similar).
Day 6 – Day 6: Fromelles - Ypres
- Ypres
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- In Flanders Fields Museum
- Menin Gate
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We continue our journey to Ypres in Belgium, visiting the In Flanders Fields Museum and experiencing the daily Last Post ceremony at the Menin Gate. The afternoon is free for you to explore Ypres, perhaps visiting the cathedral or sampling Belgian chocolate. We'll stay overnight at the Albion Hotel (or similar).
Day 7 – Day 7: Ypres - Lille
- Lille
- Ypres - Departure day
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- TEXTURE - Flax & River Lys Museum
- Passchendaele Canadian Memorial
- Pool of Peace
- Hooge Crater Museum
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On our final day, we visit the Hill 60, the Hooge Crater Museum, and the Passchendaele battlefields. We also pay our respects at Polygon Wood and Tyne Cot Military Cemetery before returning to Lille, marking the end of our memorable tour.
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