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From Ypres, The Christmas Truce to Passchendaele Ypres Based WW1 private tour

30 Reviews 4.93 out of 5 stars Based on 30 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
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| Ypres, Belgium
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On average, this is booked 32 (0) days in advance.
8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

This PRIVATE tour covers the Ypres Salient from Messines to Passchendaele spanning 1914 to 1918, we follow the Australian/Canadian/New Zealand/ South African/ British soldiers as they attacked towards Passchendaele in 1917, if you have ancestors that fell in the battle I will tailor the tour where possible to include them

Minimum x 2 guests Max x 4
** PLEASE NOTE**
( At least x2 to of the guests MUST be adults otherwise the tour is not economically viable )

This is a bespoke private tour
For groups larger than 4 please contact me in advance

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Trench museum
  • Lunch
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Meeting and Pickup

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Ieper based pick up only, MINIMUM X 2 GUESTS pleaseif you want to start in Lille, Arras or Bruges please see my other listings / min 2 people

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Messines Ridge

here we will here the story of the Battle of Messines & visit mine craters, visit the scene of the Christmas Truce, the crypt where Adolf Hitler was treated for his wounds
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Hooge Crater Cemetery

Here we will visit Pat Bugden VC the 20 year old recipient of the Victoria Cross also you'll be standing on the iconic Menin Road directly alongside where the Australian gun pits were for the assault on Passchendaele
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Black Watch

This site is where the Australian HQ was in September 1917, you'll also learn about earlier actions on the very same ground in Nov 1914
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Admission Ticket Free

Battle of Polygon Wood

Here will walk through the woods and visit concrete bunkers that were here when the Australian soldiers captured during the battle, we will visit the cemetery and the Australian 5th Division monument
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Hill 60

Here you will here the story of Captain Woodward and the 1st Australian Tunnelling Coy place a massive mine here that was blown at 3.10am on the 7th June 1917, we will see that crater
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Broodseinde

Driving through following the line of the Australian advance
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Admission Ticket Free

Tyne Cot Cemetery

Here we will visit the worlds largest Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery 12,000 soldiers are buried here, only 3,000 have names, two Australian VC recipients are buried here
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

John McCrae Site

Here we will see the hospital site where Lt Col John McCrae composed the iconic poem 'In Flanders Fields'
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Menin Gate Memorial

Here you'll hear the story of the Menin Gate, how it came about and some of the stories behind the 55,000 names listed a missing here
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Zonnebeke

Driving through Zonnebeke in the line of the Australian advance
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Admission Ticket Free

Sanctuary Wood Museum

Here we will see poignant original WW1 trenches and a quaint ww1 museum
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Ypres, The Christmas Truce to Passchendaele Ypres Based WW1 private tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Ypres, The Christmas Truce to Passchendaele Ypres Based WW1 private tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Trench museum.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 9. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the From Ypres, The Christmas Truce to Passchendaele Ypres Based WW1 private tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Ypres, The Christmas Truce to Passchendaele Ypres Based WW1 private tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Trench museum
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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