These three day trips from Arras all focus on the First World War battlefields around the Somme, but they differ in national perspective, group size, and how structured the day feels. One is an Australian-focused small-group tour, one is a private Canadian tour for a very small party, and one is a broader ANZAC-style battlefield day with private transport and lunch included.
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Compare the 3 Tour Options
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| Tour | Best for | Rating | Reviews | Duration | Key point | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Australian small-group tour | Travelers who want an Australian-led battlefield day with a more intimate pace. | ★ 5.0/5 | 18 reviews | Approx. 8 hr–9 hr | Small groups give the day a more personal feel. | View on Viator |
 Private Canadian tour | Travelers who want flexibility, a very small group, and a Canadian battlefield focus. | ★ 5.0/5 | 12 reviews | Approx. 8 hr | Private tour limited to three travelers. | View on Viator |
 ANZAC battlefield tour | Travelers who want a longer Somme day with private transport and a broader ANZAC-style route. | ★ 5.0/5 | 9 reviews | Approx. 9 hr | Private transportation is included. | View on Viator |
Explore Each Tour in Detail
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Australian perspective and small-group format
Australian – Out in the Somme Day Tour – from Arras
Best for: Travelers who want an Australian-led battlefield day with a more intimate pace.
This day tour is built around Australian service on the Western Front and is led by an Australian guide. The route includes a mix of memorials, cemeteries, preserved battlefield ground, and places tied to specific Australian actions. It is described as a small-group experience, which suggests a more personal pace than a larger coach tour. Confirmed inclusions are entry fees, bottled water, and an air-conditioned vehicle. Lunch is not included, so travelers should plan separately if they want a sit-down meal during the day. It is a good fit for visitors who want a focused Australian perspective without booking a private tour.
Australian-focused Somme touring with a compact group
- Small groups give the day a more personal feel.
- Air-conditioned vehicle and bottled water are included.
- Entry fees are included.
Private, flexible Canadian-focused touring
Full Day Private Canadian Battlefields Tour from Arras
Best for: Travelers who want flexibility, a very small group, and a Canadian battlefield focus.
This tour is organized around Canadian First World War history and is explicitly private, accepting only three people at a time. That makes it the most flexible of the three experiences for travelers who want a quieter day or have a specific place they want to visit. The route combines Arras, Canadian battlefield sites, and other Commonwealth locations in the Somme and around Vimy. Confirmed inclusion is an air-conditioned vehicle, while lunch is not included. The structure suits travelers who value conversation with the guide and the ability to shape the day a little more than on a fixed-group outing.
A personalized Canadian battlefield day from Arras
- Private tour limited to three travelers.
- Flexible enough to adapt around a family grave or chosen place.
- Air-conditioned vehicle is included.
Included transport and lunch for a fuller day
Australian and New Zealand Battlefield Day Tour in the Somme from Lille or Arras
Best for: Travelers who want a longer Somme day with private transport and a broader ANZAC-style route.
This longer Somme day trip is designed around Australian and New Zealand battlefield sites and starts from either Lille or Arras. The confirmed inclusions make it the most self-contained option here: private transportation, bottled water, lunch, air-conditioned vehicle, and all taxes, fees, and handling charges. The route is broader than the other two products, with stops that include Le Hamel, Albert, Thiepval Memorial, and Pozières, plus other battlefield locations named in the itinerary. It suits travelers who want a full-day outing with fewer planning decisions and a route that combines several ANZAC-related places into one organized trip.
A broader ANZAC battlefield day with included transport and lunch
- Private transportation is included.
- Lunch is included.
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges are included.
Choosing a day-trip style from Arras
If you want a more focused national story, choose between the Australian-led or Canadian-led options. If you prefer less planning and a more complete package, the ANZAC tour is the most straightforward way to cover several Somme stops in one day.
Somme battlefield sites
The itinerary centers on Australian-related locations across the Somme, with memorials, cemeteries, preserved trenches, and battlefield viewpoints linked to major actions.
Canadian battlefield route
The itinerary mixes Arras with Canadian and Commonwealth sites, including Vimy, Somme memorials, and related battlefield stops, with flexibility built into the private format.
ANZAC Somme route
The itinerary links several battlefield and memorial stops across the Somme, including Le Hamel, Albert, Thiepval, and Pozières, with a focus on Australian and New Zealand remembrance.
Travel planning tip
Check the live product page before booking. Departure details, activity order, inclusions, and available options can change.
Booking notes
- Check whether lunch is included before booking, since one tour excludes it and another includes it.
- If you want a more personal pace, the private Canadian tour is limited to three travelers.
- Confirmed inclusions differ by product, so compare transport, entry fees, and bottled water before deciding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which tour is the most flexible?
The private Canadian battlefield tour is the most flexible because it is limited to three people and notes that the guide can help adapt the day for specific needs.
Which option includes lunch?
Only the Australian and New Zealand battlefield day tour explicitly includes lunch. The Australian small-group tour and the Canadian private tour both exclude it.
Which tour is best if I want included transport?
All three include vehicle transport of some kind, but the ANZAC tour is the most complete package because it also includes lunch and all taxes and fees.