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10 Hours Private Tour to World War 1 Sites at Verdun

By Uncork Champagne Tours
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Free cancellation available
Price is $1,086 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Experience the echoes of history with our 10-hour private Verdun tour, leaving Reims at 8 am. Designed for up to 8 people, this intimate journey takes you through key WWI sites. Start with the Verdun Memorial, honoring the fallen in one of history's fiercest battles. Witness the stark reminder of war at the Douaumont Ossuary and explore the emblematic Fort of Douaumont.

After these moving visits, unwind with a lunch break along Verdun's picturesque canal, a peaceful contrast to the morning's solemnity. The afternoon adventure is at the Verdun Citadelle, where augmented reality brings history to life. Return to Reims by 6 pm, enriched by this profound experience.

Activity location

  • Le Memorial de Verdun
    • 1 avenue Corps Europeen
    • 55100, Fleury-Devant-Douaumont, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Le Memorial de Verdun
    • 1 avenue Corps Europeen
    • 55100, Fleury-Devant-Douaumont, France

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10 Hours Private Tour to World War 1 Sites at Verdun

  • Earn $32.58
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
$1,085.94 x 1 Adult$1,085.94
Total
Price is $1,085.94
Until Thu, Jul 23

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private transportation
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Exclusions
    I'll suggest good restaurants, approximately 20-30 euros per person.

Know before you book

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The tour starts with a trip from Reims to Verdun of about 1 hour and 30 minutes, and finishes with the trip back with 1 hour and 30 minutes more.
    • Children below the age of 8 are not allowed in the memorial sites.

Activity itinerary

Le Memorial de Verdun

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
We are going to visit one of the largest French WW1 Museums, that tells in vivid details the history of the longest battle in WW1 through stunning objects, images and video.

L'Ossuaire de Douaumont

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Stop and visit at the largest French WW1 Ossuary. This imposing monument is an Art Déco masterpiece, it houses the remains of 130,000 unidentified French and German soldiers, and is imprinted with the coat of arms of the cities who financed its construction.

Fort Douaumont

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Step back in time and explore the Fort of Douaumont, a site that encapsulates the dramatic narrative of the Battle of Verdun in World War I. This important fort was captured by enemy forces in February 1916 and only regained by French troops in October of the same year. It symbolizes the intense struggles and resilience displayed during this historic battle. Walking through the corridors and chambers of the Fort of Douaumont, you'll be transported to a pivotal moment in history when soldiers from different nations fought fiercely for control of this strategic stronghold. It's a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made during the Great War.

Verdun

  • 2h
As we arrive through the city center, you'll be greeted by the tranquil and picturesque setting along the Meuse River. Verdun's charm is further accentuated by its Quai de Londres, a large pedestrian area by the canalized river. This bustling thoroughfare is lined with shops, bars, and restaurants, offering a delightful mix of local flavors and experiences. Here, you can enjoy a meal at one of the riverside restaurants, where the views of the Meuse add a serene backdrop to your lunch experience.

Citadelle Souterraine de Verdun

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Discover history like never before at the Citadelle of Verdun, where augmented reality (AR) brings the past to life. This immersive tour vividly recreates the experiences of 4 World War I French soldiers on a break from the front. Your journey through the Citadelle will take you on a ride through its extensive network of underground tunnels. Here, the blend of historical narrative and AR creates a captivating environment, allowing you to witness the unfolding of historical events in a dynamic way.

Location

Activity location

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    Le Memorial de Verdun
    • 1 avenue Corps Europeen
    • 55100, Fleury-Devant-Douaumont, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Le Memorial de Verdun
    • 1 avenue Corps Europeen
    • 55100, Fleury-Devant-Douaumont, France

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