Battle of the Somme Tours

Follow in the footsteps of the British and Commonwealth forces in the First World War as they tried to drive back the Imperial German Army in the Battle of the Somme. Visit some of the most significant sites on the Somme battlefield and hear the story of the momentous events that took place.

Battle of the Somme Tours

In The Footsteps® of the 1916 Battle of the Somme

On one of our Battle of the Somme tours you will explore the battlefields across which the British and Commonwealth forces fought as they strove to drive the German Army back on 1 July 1916 and the three-and-half months of fierce fighting that followed.

Join one of our team of battlefield historians on a tour of the 1916 Battle of the Somme, follow the action and see how the battle developed.

Battle of the Somme Film Strip

Our 3-days tour following in the footsteps of the  British and Commonwealth forces on the Somme

This three-day tour begins when we collect you from your agreed location in Arras on day one at 09:00 hrs.

Day One: The First Day of the Somme

On day one we visit the battlefields associated with 'the Bloodiest Day in the History of the British Army' at Beaumont Hamel, along the Ancre Valley, at Thiepval, Ovillers-la-Boisselle, La-Boisselle, Fricourt; Mametz and Montauban.

Our day's touring complete, we return to your tour hotel where you are free to enjoy your evening.

Day Two: The Battle of the Woods

On day two we visit the battlefields associated with the fighting in the days immediately after the initial attack on 1 July 1916 in the 'Battle of then Woods'. This will include visiting: Bottom Wood, Mametz Wood; Bazentin-le-Petit and Bazentin-le-Grand Woods; High Wood and Delville Wood.

Our day's touring complete, we head back to your tour hotel where you are free to enjoy your evening.

Day Three: The Australians and Canadians on the Somme, and the introduction of the tank

On day three we visit the Australian battlefield at Pozières, the Canadians at Courcelette and the first use of tanks in warfare during the Battle of Flers-Courcelette.

 Our tour complete, we head back to your tour hotel where we bid you farewell.

Please note: Itineraries are subject to change due to operational reasons. Any changes will be advised closer to the time of departure.

From £750.00 GBP* per person

* This price is based upon:

  • Pick-up and drop-off from your agreed location in Arras
  • Six people touring
  • Travel in a dedicated tour vehicle driven by our expert battlefield historian
  • Two people sharing a twin room.

Costs may vary from those shown above due to the availability and selection of hotels, and other associated cost variations at the time of booking.

A supplement of £105.00 GBP applies where single occupancy is required.

An additional supplement may apply for anniversary dates to cover any increase in the associated costs.

A deposit of 30% or £200.00 per person, whichever is the greater, is payable on booking.

Booking indicates your acceptance of our Standard Terms and Conditions.

In The Footsteps® are bound by the tour operators’ regulations and all monies paid to us are held in a TTA holding account.

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1916 Battle of the Somme Tour Enquiry

When making an enquiry, please start your message with '1916 Battle of the Somme Tour Enquiry' and provide as much information as you can, including:

•      What you would like to see and any specific places you want to visit
•      Number of people in your party
•      Where you would like to be picked up/dropped off
•      Accommodation requirements (Bed & Breakfast / Hotel / Not Required)
•      Accommodation Standard (2-Star / 3-Star / 4-Star / Not Required)
•      Number of rooms required
•      Room Type (Double/Twin/Single)

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