The Battlefields of Belgium – Campaigns from WW1, WW2 & Waterloo
A fascinating introduction to a wide range of military history and battlefields in Belgium from Waterloo to WWI to WWII. From Bruges, we explore the field of Waterloo and jump 99 years to Mons in 1914 to look at the first and last shots of WWI. In Flanders, we travel to Tyne Cot and war sites like the trenches at Hooge. We finish with the story of liberation in WWII, looking at places connected to the Allied liberation of Belgium in September 1944.
Tour Includes
- 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- Specialist Battlefield Guide
- Convenient local joining points
5 days from £749pp
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Local departure by coach, then to Belgium for a four-night stay.
We start with the Battle of Waterloo in June 1815. Beginning at the Waterloo Memorial Museum we look at the defeat of Napoleon by Wellington and Blücher. You also have time to climb the Lion Mound and see the stunning Waterloo panorama, as well as visit Hougoumont Farm the essential right flank of the battlefield. After lunch in Waterloo we travel the ninety-nine years from Waterloo to Mons and look at the opening shots of WWI. At Nimy Bridge we see where the first Victoria Crosses were awarded for bravery in August 1914. At St. Symphorien we see a unique and moving cemetery where the dead of both sides are buried and in the British plots this includes the ‘first and the last’ Commonwealth casualties of the Great War.
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Today we travel to Flanders and look at the four years of conflict around Ypres between 1914 and 1918. We visit the largest British and Commonwealth cemetery in the world at Tyne Cot and examine the battles for Ypres.
At the Sanctuary Wood Trench Museum we see a system of preserved WWI trenches and then have lunch at Hooge, together with time to visit the museum. In the grounds of the Hooge Château we visit some mine craters from 1916 and then travel down the Messines Ridge to the visitors' centre before seeing the Memorial to the Missing at Ploegsteert.
We end the day by travelling into Ypres for free time to explore before we attend the moving Last Post Ceremony which is held at 8pm every evening.
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Moving on to the Second World War we look at the liberation of Belgium in September 1944. At the For Freedom Museum in Knocke-Heist we see an amazing collection of life-size dioramas depicting the fighting in this region as British and Canadian units advanced along the ‘Long Left Flank’. After lunch we then go to Adegem where Canadian and Polish units fought in 1944 and visit the Canada-Poland Museum, a superb private museum. Later we visit the Adegem War Cemetery where the dead from the liberation are buried, see an original Sherman Tank and the battlefield along the Leopold Canal.
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Entrance to museums, places of interest and optional excursions are at extra cost.
Meal and museum package available whilst on tour approx cost €50.
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Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at a minimum 3-star hotel, such as the 3-star Olympia Hotel in Bruges, the 3-star Ibis Kortrijk Centrum or similar.
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Silver Service
From the attentive service to the carefully considered features, our Silver Service coaches create an atmosphere that is both friendly and memorable, bringing people together. Experience the difference – refined travel, shared moments, and lasting comfort.
- Designed for Socialising A stylish and spacious rear lounge offers a sophisticated and private place to unwind, where conversation flows easily and friendships are made along the journey.
- Privacy Board An innovative privacy screen creates a calm retreat away from the rest of the coach, giving you the choice to enjoy quiet seclusion while you socialise with fellow passengers.
- Tables with Cup Holders Thoughtfully designed cabinets with secure cup holders mean refreshments are always within easy reach, adding both practicality and polish to your travel experience.
Silver Service Features
Deluxe design
Specially designed, luxurious seats enhanced with leather headrests deliver superior support, blending comfort with a premium finish.
Space to stretch out
Enjoy the luxury of generous legroom that goes far beyond standard coach travel, giving you the freedom to settle in with ease and stretch out fully.
Spacious rear lounge
Designed for socialising, the spacious rear lounge offers a stylish retreat with privacy screens, handy tables and cup holders – perfect for relaxing, chatting and enjoying the journey.
Thoughtful touches that make a difference
A carefully maintained interior climate and soft ambient lighting ensure the coach always feels comfortable, welcoming and perfectly suited for a relaxing journey.
Reviews
4.5 Out of 5 ( 4 Reviews )
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Value for Money
5 / 5
James Nowell, 2 years ago
We enjoyed are trips the staff were lovely Thank you ledger
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Susan , 2 years ago
The visits were well chosen and the tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and well organised. The hotel accommodation and the breakfast were of a good standard, but it was quite a long walk to the nearest restaurant. The coach was comfortable, with one very good driver, and one who was barely adequate. Some of the administration by Leger was disappointingly not correctly carried out, despite an email and a phone call.
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Joanna Koenigsberg, 2 years ago
A really fascinating three days, cramming in so much information!! We had a slightly rocky start with Leger, getting all our passport, insurance, and dietary requirements information in a row, but then it was plain sailing.We were efficiently collected, redistributed, and sent on our way in Kent, and then collected our superb guide, Gary. Good hotel, good drivers, interesting museums, highly recommended.
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Lyn Barber, 2 years ago
A very interesting tour it flows very well from one battle to another
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