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Somme Battle Private Tour: Uncover WWI History
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Overview
Discover the 1916 Battle of the Somme on a private tour with a knowledgeable local guide. With over 16 years of experience exploring the Western Front battlefields, the guide provides a unique and insightful journey into this pivotal historical event. These private tours are fully customizable to the group's interests, ensuring an exclusive and personalized experience. Let the guide know in advance of any specific sites or family connections to the war to customize the tour.
Visitors will explore key sites such as The Somme 1916 Museum, Lochnagar Mine Crater, and the moving Thiepval Memorial to the Missing of the Somme. The tour also includes visits to Caterpillar Valley Cemetery, the Tommy Museum Café, the Pozières Windmill Site, and Newfoundland Park, offering a comprehensive overview of the Somme battlefield.
Included in the tour are private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, admission fees to historical sites, and bottled water. Lunch is not included, allowing flexibility for the group's preferences. 
Highlights
Private & Personalized: Enjoy an exclusive tour tailored to your group's interests.
Expert Local Guide: Benefit from years of experience exploring the Somme battlefields.
Key Historical Sites: Visit significant landmarks like Thiepval Memorial and Lochnagar Crater.
Comfortable Transport: Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water provided.
Sentiment Analysis
The 1916 Battle of the Somme private tour receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with customers praising the guide's expertise and the tour's personalized experience. The tour offers a deeply moving and insightful look into WWI history.
Customers say the tour guide is very knowledgeable and passionate.
They appreciate the personalized and flexible nature of the private tour.
Visitors enjoyed the in-depth historical insights.
Many reviewers highlighted the emotional impact of visiting the cemeteries and memorials.
Some customers wished for more time at certain locations.
A few reviewers mentioned that lunch was not included, which required separate planning.
The Journey
The Somme 1916 Museum
Descend into the depths of history at the Somme 1916 Museum in Albert. This immersive museum, housed within a 250-meter-long underground tunnel originally used as an air-raid shelter, vividly recreates the harsh realities of trench life during the Battle of the Somme. Experience the sights and sounds of 1916 through meticulously crafted dioramas featuring authentic artifacts. Descend 10 meters below ground and step back in time to understand the daily struggles faced by the soldiers who fought on the Somme.
Lochnagar Mine Crater
Witness the immense scale of destruction and the human cost of war at the Lochnagar Mine Crater near La Boisselle. This colossal crater, formed by the detonation of a 60,000-pound mine on July 1, 1916, marks the opening of the Battle of the Somme. Explore one of the largest man-made craters of World War I, measuring approximately 100 meters wide and 21 meters deep, now a preserved memorial site cared for by the Friends of Lochnagar. Reflect on the devastating power of war and the lives forever changed by the events of 1916.
Caterpillar Valley Cemetery
Pay your respects at Caterpillar Valley Cemetery, a Commonwealth War Graves Commission site near Longueval. This solemn resting place holds over 5,500 soldiers, most of whom remain unidentified, a stark reminder of the immense loss of life during the Battle of the Somme. Visit the Caterpillar Valley (New Zealand) Memorial, commemorating the 1,200 New Zealand soldiers who died in the Somme sector between August 1916 and February 1918 and have no known grave. Reflect on the sacrifices made and the enduring legacy of those who fought in the Great War.
Tommy Museum Café
Stop for lunch at the Tommy Museum Café in Pozières, a place intertwined with the history of the Battle of Pozières, a key point of the Somme offensive. While enjoying refreshments, consider the intensity of the fighting that occurred on this very ground and delve deeper into the stories of those who were involved.
Pozières Windmill Site
Ascend to the Pozières Windmill site, the highest point on the Somme battlefield, and gain unparalleled panoramic views of the surrounding terrain. This vantage point offers a crucial perspective for understanding the Battle of the Somme. Imagine the battlefield stretching before you, and the location where tanks were used for the first time, grasping the strategic significance of this location.
Thiepval Memorial to the Missing of the Somme
Stand in awe at the Thiepval Memorial to the Missing of the Somme, the largest Commonwealth memorial in the world. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, this imposing 45-meter-high monument commemorates over 72,000 British and South African soldiers who fell on the Somme battlefields between July 1915 and March 1918 and have no known grave. Reflect on the scale of loss and pay tribute to the countless individuals who sacrificed their lives during the Great War.
Newfoundland Park
Explore Newfoundland Park in Beaumont-Hamel, a unique site offering visitors the chance to walk through a complete and preserved trench system in its original post-Great War state. Gain an unparalleled understanding of the realities of trench warfare as you navigate the intricate network of trenches, shell holes, and barbed wire. This site provides a poignant and unforgettable glimpse into the lives of the soldiers who fought on the Somme.
Know Before You Go
This private tour includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, ensuring a comfortable journey between sites. Admission fees to all included historical sites are covered, and bottled water is provided to keep everyone refreshed. Lunch is not included, allowing guests to choose their preferred dining options. Please confirm pickup location and time with the tour operator prior to the tour.
Hot Tip
Many visitors have found it helpful to research family members who may have been involved in the Battle of the Somme prior to the tour, as this allows the guide to tailor the experience to include specific locations or information related to their relatives. Wearing comfortable shoes is also highly recommended, as there will be walking involved at several of the sites.
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