Private WWI Battlefield Tours — Vimy Ridge, Somme & Western Front

Chemins d'Histoire Battlefield Tours — Private WWI Battlefield Tours

Chemins d'Histoire Battlefield Tours specializes in private tours of First World War sites on the Western Front. The operator focuses on Vimy Ridge and the Somme and offers tailored itineraries for visitors tracing family history, national remembrance, or general historical interest. Private tours, dedicated guides, and clear itineraries support respectful and informative visits to memorials, cemeteries, museums, and preserved battlefield landmarks.

Featured private tour options

• Full day Canadian private tour — Embark on a unique 7-hour private tour of Vimy Ridge and the Somme, exploring significant memorials and historical sites. Tailor the experience to specific interests, including visits to chosen cemeteries. Dedicated guide services and comfortable transportation create an intimate, focused visit.

• Australian 2 days private tour — A curated two-day private itinerary covering the Somme, Fromelles, and Bullecourt. This tailored experience includes key memorials and museum visits, with luxury transport and dedicated guiding to help visitors discover family connections and national narratives on the Western Front.

• Full day Australian Somme private tour — A private day tracing Australian involvement in the Somme. Visits can include the Sir John Monash Centre and Villers-Bretonneux Memorial. The itinerary is adapted to guests' interests and includes personalized guidance and luxury SUV transport where specified.

• Full day Somme private tour — A 7-hour, personalized exploration of the Somme offensive of 1916. Typical stops include the Lochnagar Mine Crater and Thiepval Memorial. A dedicated private guide provides interpretation and context throughout the day.

• Full day Somme New Zealand private tour — Focused on New Zealand’s World War I history, this 7-hour private tour highlights sites such as the Somme 1916 museum and Thiepval Memorial. The experience is customizable to honor personal connections.

Why choose Chemins d'Histoire private tours?

• Expert interpretation: Guides experienced in battlefield history provide contextual narrative and respectful commemoration.
• Tailored itineraries: Tours are adapted to focus on national stories, family research, or specific sites of interest.
• Private transport: Comfortable vehicles and luxury SUV options (where specified) keep groups focused and comfortable.
• Clear destinations: Published itineraries include Vimy Ridge, Lochnagar Crater, Thiepval Memorial, Sir John Monash Centre, Somme 1916 museum, Fromelles, Bullecourt, and Villers-Bretonneux.

Practical search and booking guidance

Search using terms such as private Somme tour, Vimy Ridge private guide, Australian battlefield tour Somme, Canadian Vimy tour, New Zealand Somme tour, or private WWI battlefield tours Western Front to find services like those offered by Chemins d'Histoire Battlefield Tours. Typical durations include single-day 7-hour tours and a two-day Australian private itinerary. Private bookings are organized per group and can be customized to include specific cemeteries and memorials.

For travelers planning remembrance visits, family-history research, or educational trips, these private tours deliver concentrated time on site, guided explanation, and flexible routing tailored to each group's priorities. Use the exact tour names above when requesting detailed itineraries and availability.