Belleau Wood WW1 battlefields tour from Paris

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Visit and sightsee the epic battlefields of WW1 where the US Marine Core lost more men that in its entire history and deserved the name "DEVIL DOGS". This tour combines other sites related to WW1 & WW2 sites in the region. The battle of La Marne, Compiegne train wagon, Chateau Thierry and other.

If you would like to focus only on Belleau Wood please see our other tour "1918 MARINES AT BELLEAU - The full story of the USMC Devil Dogs at Belleau Wood"

The famous Bulldog fountain

Having some fun with the cannon

Helping to take down the flag

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Highlights of the tour

Compiegne wagon
Scenic road
Belleau Wood
Bulldog fountain
Chateau Thierry monument
Multiple short stops (stories, sightseeing...)

Full Description

The price of the tour is 1100 Euros

Price for the group: 1 to 7 guest
From 6:30am to 8pm / duration +13h
Direct pick up / drop off to your accommodation
Private guide / driver (same person)
Tour itinerary and flexibility to change the tour
Spacious, aircoditioned minibus

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Full description of the tour

PROPOSED ITINERARY

7:00am depart	Direct pick up from your accommodation in Paris
Compiegne	Train wagon where the armistice of World War 1 & French surrender of World War 2 was signed
	During the one hour drive to Belleau Wood various stops around Aisne battlefields, sightseeing of medieval castle Pierrefonds & beautiful village La Fetre-Milon
Belleau Wood	Your guide will walk you through the famous battlefields of World War 1 and explain you the actions of US Marines
	You will stop and sightsee also the Marine Monument, various canons, artillery craters, foxholes and trench lines
Traditional lunch	in a local restaurant or sandwiches in the car (can decide on the day)
US Cemetery	which sits below Belleau Wood where many of those buried in the cemetery lost their lives
Belleau Wood village	Taken by the US 26th "Yankee" division & the Marines
Bulldog fountain	A pilgrimage place to all US Marines
Chateau Thierry monument	Commemorates the sacrifices of the American and French fighting men. Sitting on the hill 204 it overlooks the Marne battlefields
Other sightseeing	with multiple short stops while driving through the French countryside. Stop by many interresting sites & stories related to World War 1 & 2
+/- 4:00pm depart	Direct drop off to your accommodation in Paris

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WHATS INCLUDED IN THE TOUR

Governmental tax - No hidden extra fees
VIP Private Trip 1 to 7 guests – Price is for the group
Private spacious and luxury Van – Full option 7 seater mini bus
English speaking driver / guide
Insurance while guest in the car (transportation insurance)
Pick up and drop off from and to the hotel/accommodation in Paris
Full transportation including all road charges (petrol, parking, highway fees)
Planning and Flexibility of the itinerary
Suggestions and booking of hotels & restaurants (If needed)
For multiple day tour - guides accommodation, breakfast and dinner are covered

WHATS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee breaks & snacks expenses
Entrance fees to any museums, activities, visits and tastings
Your own hotel - accommodation - overnight stay
Guides lunch on guests expenses (20Euros max)
Any additional or personal expenses
Guides gratuity (optional)
Each guest personal insurance : The guest has to be covered with his own private international travel insurance for any accidents or sickness while being on the tour as Private Trip does not take any responsibility for it

Useful informations

Appropriate clothing ! Good walking shoes and wind/water proof jacket are essential. In winter months extra clothing is recommended. Take an extra bag with clothes into the car - the van is spacious !

We operate in any weather conditions such as rain, wind or for. In a case of a very bad weather we can recommend an alternative day if possible. If you can, do not leave the Belleau Wood WW1 tour to your last day of stay - this will give you the flexibility to move the tour for a better experience.