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From Bruges: Private WW1 Flanders Fields Battlefield Day Trip
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Visit Flanders Fields: Private WWI Flanders Fields Day Trip with Expert Guide
Direct from Bruges. The easiest way to reach Ypres & Passchendaele!
Getting to Ypres from Bruges isn’t simple… unless you join this private, all-included battlefield tour. Let us take care of transport while you explore the powerful story of WWI right where it happened.
Tour Highlights
✅ Visit Tyne Cot Cemetery – the world’s largest WWI Commonwealth memorial
✅ Walk through real trenches and mine craters near Ypres
✅ Hear gripping soldier stories from a passionate battlefield expert
✅ Explore off-the-beaten-path sites tailored to your interests
✅ Ride in comfort from Bruges in a private minivan
✅ Option to attend the emotional Last Post ceremony at Menin Gate
Why This Tour from Bruges?
Public transport to the Ypres Salient is limited, slow, and confusing. We make it seamless, door-to-door from your Bruges hotel. Perfect for couples, history lovers, and curious minds wanting a personal connection to WWI.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Total Tour Duration includes Travel Time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
We can make reservation for you when you book the Last Post.
Last Post Ceremony
Optional lunch: bring your own or we stop during our tour depending on your preferences.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Tyne Cot Cemetery
At Tyne Cot, the Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery, feel the profound impact of seeing 35,000 solemn headstones.
Hill 60
Hill 60, a World War I battlefield memorial site and park in the Zwarteleen area of Zillebeke. Discover what makes this hill and it's battle so special.
Options
From Bruges: Private WW1 Flanders Fields Battlefield Day Trip
Pickup included
Ypres Salient Express
Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes: Halfday tour starting at 12:30PM, back at 6PM
Pickup included
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
WW1 History Comes Alive
374ciaranm,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Niels was both knowledgeable and deeply passionate about the Ypres Salient’s history. From Essex Farm to Hill 60, every stop was impactful. We learned more in a single day than from any documentary. VisitFlandersFields.com provides the best battlefield tour we’ve ever experienced.
Authentic, Professional, and Memorable
courtneygG3673BZ,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the German trenches in Wijtschate to Polygon Wood, this tour was full of lesser-known highlights. Niels’ local expertise and personal stories transformed the experience. Booking through VisitFlandersFields.com gave us a seamless, premium service.
An Educational Experience That Touched Us Deeply
A7453HBrachelk,
Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We took our teenage kids on this battlefield tour and it became a powerful family memory. VisitFlandersFields.com made WW1 history accessible and human. The small-group format made all the difference—quiet moments to reflect and space to ask questions.
Perfect For WWI Enthusiasts and Curious Travelers
eliasdE6451AV,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Whether you’re a history buff or just curious, this tour caters to all. Niels shared stories of individual soldiers, showed original dugouts, and connected us to the past. Visiting the Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917 was the icing on the cake. Professional and heartfelt.
A Deeply Moving Day Trip From Bruges
joranm645,
Sep 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the highlight of our Belgium trip. The landscapes of Passchendaele, the somber Menin Gate, and the stories of sacrifice will stay with us forever.
Private Tour With a Personal Touch
chapinb2025,
Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The minibus was clean and comfortable, and the tour was perfectly paced. We visited Commonwealth cemeteries, heard the Last Post in Ypres, and stood in the very fields where history happened. Visit Flanders Fields made us feel like honored guests, not just tourists.
Incredible Private Tour, More Than Just History
freyukas,
Aug 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This isn’t your average war tour. It’s a day full of powerful stories, local insights, and hidden cemeteries most tourists miss. We especially appreciated the stop at the John McCrae site and the preserved trenches at Bayernwald. Book your tour with visitflandersfields.com with confidence!
Emotional, Educational, and Exclusive
siegwarde2025,
Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00VisitFlandersFields.com offers a truly private experience. We never felt rushed. The stories of Australian, Canadian, and British soldiers were shared with care and precision. Lunch was local and delicious. This WWI battlefield tour gave us context, emotion, and a deep respect for the fallen. We’ll never forget it.
A Powerful Journey Through WW1 History
Z8860KIpeterh,
Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our private tour with VisitFlandersFields.com was unforgettable. From Tyne Cot Cemetery to the trenches near Ypres, Niels brought every story to life. This is not just a battlefield tour,it’s an emotional deep dive into the Great War. The personalized approach, comfortable minibus, and expert storytelling made this a five-star experience. Highly recommended for history lovers visiting Belgium.
An Unforgettable and Deeply Moving WWI Experience
586dawsonb,
Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This private battlefield tour from Bruges to the Ypres Salient exceeded all expectations. Our guide’s passion and knowledge brought the history to life in a way that felt both personal and respectful. Exploring the cemeteries, trenches, and bunkers was profoundly moving, and the flexible itinerary allowed us to fully absorb each site without rushing. Hotel pickup made the day hassle-free, and attending the Last Post ceremony in Ypres was a truly emotional and unforgettable moment. Perfect for anyone who wants a meaningful connection to history
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