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Somme Battlefields from Paris with Australian memorial & Amiens Cathedral

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11h
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Overview

Guidekin summary

A long, sobering day on the Somme: the Lochnagar crater, preserved trenches at Beaumont-Hamel, the John Monash Centre and the Thiepval Memorial, with Amiens cathedral en route. The WWI counterpart to the D-day trips everyone books.

From the guide

Take an unforgettable day trip from Paris to the Somme battlefields where the bloodiest battles of World War I were fought. The guide will help you learn about the Great War and the struggles faced in the trenches as you walk on the still scarred battlegrounds of the Somme.

You’ll marvel at the huge Lochnagar mine crater, walk in the trenches at the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, visit the New John Monash Centre, and pay your respects to the fallen soldiers in Pozieres at the Windmill, the Australian National Memorial in Villers-Bretonneux, and at the Thiepval Memorial to the Missing. You’ll also admire the beauty of the 13th-century Cathedral of Amiens, the largest Cathedral in France. The maximum group size is 8 people.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 07:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 07:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 12, 2026.

What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Transport by air-conditioned minivan

What's Not Included

Gratuities
Food

Itinerary

Memorial de Thiepval Stop 1
Thiepval Memorial of the Missing has the names of more than 72,000 United Kingdom and South African men who died and have no known grave.
30 min
Lochnagar Crater Stop 2
was blown into existence on, July 1st 1916, the first day of the battle of the Somme. It’s 30m deep and 100m wide!
30 min
Memorial Terre-neuvien De Beaumont-hamel Stop 3
The Newfoundland Memorial at Beaumont-Hamel is the largest Somme battlefield site that has been preserved. You can still see & walk in the trenches.
30 min
Pozieres Memorial Stop 4
10 min
Villers-Bretonneux Military Cemetery Stop 5
This memorial commemorates 10,738 Australian servicemen with no known grave who died on the Western Front. Anzac Day celebrations take place at the memorial every April 25.
30 min
Sir John Monash Centre Stop 6
You'll explore the fascinating Sir John Monash Center. There video testimonials and interactive displays will help you to be immersed in the personal stories of how other brave men lived through the hardships and horrors of the Great War first hand.
1h
Le Tommy Stop 7
You’ll have about one hour of free time to eat lunch at “Le Tommy”. This restaurant is owned and operated by a man named Dominique who is a local legend for his strong character and his passion for the history of the Somme during WWI. He serves good, classic, meals at very reasonable prices and will let you explore his private collection of artifacts from the Battle of the Somme. Lunch price not included.
1h
Cathedrale Notre-Dame d'Amiens Stop 8
Finishing off the day with a visit to the 13th century Cathedral of Amiens, the largest Cathedral in France.
20 min

Departure & Return

Start point

For the Small-Group WWI Somme Battlefields Day Trip, you will meet with your driver-guide outside of 12 Avenue des Ternes in Paris, 15 minutes before your tour starts. A café called "Café Dada Ternes" is located at that address.

End point

For the Small-Group WWI Somme Battlefields Day Trip, you will meet with your driver-guide outside of 12 Avenue des Ternes in Paris, 15 minutes before your tour starts. A café called "Café Dada Ternes" is located at that address.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Minimum age is 7 years
  • In case of exceptional closure, the Sir John Monash Centre may be replaced by the Historical Museum of Péronne.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 230 / person