Australian - Fromelles-Ypres Day Tour - from Arras
Overview
Experience the Western Front with the only Australian guide operating in France.
Following the footsteps the Australians across the Western Front. For singles, couples and small groups. Our small group tours allow time to visit a special grave or follow the actions of a relative.
Whether you have a relative, are following the Australian footsteps, or are there to experience where history happened.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- Entry Fees.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- English speaking guide.
✗ Not Included
- Meals
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The only Commonwealth cemetery built since the 1960s. Established for the soldiers found in the mass grave in front of Pheasant Wood.
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Stop 2
The Cobbers Statue, the replica of which stands at the foot of the Shrine in Melbourne...
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Stop 3
Established after the war, with the bodies left out in no-mans land. No headstones, just 410 rose bushes representing 410 soldiers, all unknown.
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Stop 4
The Official Christmas Truce Site, Ploegsteert, Belgium.
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Stop 5
Drive through the town of Messines.
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Stop 6
Walk through the crater of Hill 60. One of the 19 mines blown to start the Battle of Messines. Known to Australians thanks to the Will Davies' book / movie 'Beneath Hill 60'.
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Stop 7
Remembering all the brothers that fought in the war. This memorial is the result of work of a furiously passionate Belgian, Johan Vandervalle, a true showing of local gratitude.
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Stop 8
The site of the ANZAC Day Dawn Service in Belgium and also where the Australian 5th Division Memorial is located.
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Stop 9
Often quoted as the best museum on the Western Front.
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Stop 10
The world's largest Commonwealth Cemetery.
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Stop 11
Where the missing from the Commonwealth are commemorated.
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Stop 12
Visit the old town of Ypres.
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Stop 13
A great way to end a day tour... The Last Post Ceremony has been performed every day since 1928. A truely moving experience.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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