Private Tour
WW1 Australian Focused Tour including Sir John Monash Centre
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Starting in the pretty little town of Albert we head first to
Villers-Bretonneux and spend the morning uncovering the history of the Australian force in the dark days of the 1918 German Spring Offensive. After lunch, we move on to the Battle of the Somme. From trenches to memorials we will guide you through the planning and execution of this infamous campaign.
We only operate private tours, this will be your tour and adapted as necessary to meet your needs during the day. With our years of living and working on these iconic sites, we aim to ensure you leave with memories of the sacrifice of a generation.
Given suitable notice time and the availability of records we are able to research and prepare a bespoke tour to cover an individual soldier or unit.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel time and Lunch stop are included in the tour duration.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick up and drop off at either an agreed hotel or Albert train station
Lunch
Museum entry fees
What To Expect
Sir John Monash Centre
You will be able to immerse yourself in the actions of the Australian forces in WW1 in this interactive experience. Admission is free but you will need a phone/audio device and earphones/buds to connect to the interactive portion of the exhibits.
Adelaide Cemetery
Learn about the work of the Commonwealth War Graves Commision and pay your respects to the fallen. You will also see the original burial site of Australia's unknown soldier.
Options
WW1 Australian Focused Tour including Sir John Monash Centre
Pickup included
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Exceptional Tour of Somme Battlefield sites
Christine C,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Whilst we were interested in Australian focus we asked for & were provided with balanced perspective of all nations involved, including Germany. Tour educated on the scope of the engagement & we were shocked by how many lives were lost in fighting over such a small region of farmland. Monash Centre a must see. Thank you Alison for your insights & factual analysis.
This is a confronting but...
Patricia U,
Oct 29, 2024
- Viator
5.00This is a confronting but important learning experience for anyone. For an Australian it is especially so…. Alison is warm, well informed, patient and flexible. She knows the facts but also understands the importance and complexity of context and is able to reflect on its impact. Alison researched our young neighbour who died at Pozieres in 1916. That was incredibly important for us and for others in our inner urban Melbourne village. We were able to lay a small posy where his name is recorded. He has no known grave…. Merci beaucoup Alison for a day we will never forget. Highly recommended…
A pilgrimage to honour my grandfather
AnneMaree L,
Oct 20, 2024
- Viator
5.00Alison has great knowledge and is a very personable guide. We learnt so much and we visited many sites.
Couldn't have asked for a better guide. Excellent
Danielle G,
Sep 7, 2024
- Viator
5.00Allison was amazing, her knowledge of the area and histoical events was excellent. Allison had researched my great uncle Micheal Quinn and worked the tour around the Australian soldiers and where Michael had served. We could not have asked for more.
Great experience with a knowledgeable and fun guide
Matthew P,
Aug 1, 2024
- Viator
5.00We had a great time with Alison. She is incredibly knowledgeable and very accommodating, happy to inform and answer questions as she goes. We loved how down to earth yet expert she is, and she clearly designed our tour around our own cultural interests. Brava! We cannot recommend her more highly ... thank you for a wonderful, informative, absorbing day!
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