Somme 110th Anniversary


5 days from £749pp

About the tour: Somme 110th Anniversary


Tour Introduction

The 1st July 2026 marks the 110th Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, one of the defining battles of the Great War and a turning point in British history. Heralded as the ‘Big Push’, in one day alone more than 57,000 men became casualties, and in a battle that lasted 141 days it would become the graveyard of the Pals, of Kitchener’s Army. Join us as we travel to the haunting Somme battlefields and attend the ceremony at Thiepval on the anniversary.

Tour Includes


  • 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • Specialist Battlefield Guide
  • Convenient local joining points
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(Deposits from £150pp)

Once you have booked your battlefield tour either online, or by telephone 01709 385 624, you have the flexibility of how you pay off the remainder of your balance. You can -

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Tour Itinerary

Jun 29

Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to our hotel in Belgium or northern France for a four-night stay.

Jun 30 - Gommecourt & Serre

Today we visit the battlefields of the Somme, where the 1916 battle took place and the British and Commonwealth forces lost over 450,000 casualties. We start at Gommecourt in the northern area, then visit Serre where the ‘Pals’ fought at the beginning of the operations.

After our lunch period in Albert, we visit Beaumont-Hamel and finish in the Ovillers and La Boisselle area.

Included meals: Breakfast

Gommecourt Cemetery

Gommecourt Cemetery (4)

Key Visits

  • Beaumont-Hamel
  • Ovillers Battlefield
  • Serre Battlefield
  • Gommecourt Cemetery

Jul 1 - Somme 110th Anniversary

Today is the 110th Anniversary of the battle, and we attend a commemoration event at the Thiepval Memorial, and any local events in the Albert area. We will also visit 1st July sites at Fricourt, Mametz and Montauban.

Included meals: Breakfast

Somme Commemoration

Somme Commemorations (3)

Key Visits

  • Somme Commemorations
  • Thiepval Memorial

Jul 2 - High Wood, Delville Wood & Guillemont

We continue our look at the Somme Battlefields of 1916, examining the fighting beyond 1st July. We visit Mametz Wood, High Wood and Delville Wood, as well as the battlefields around Guillemont and Flers.

Included meals: Breakfast

Delville Wood

Delville Wood (3)

Key Visits

  • Delville Wood
  • High Wood

Jul 3

Return home.

Included meals: Breakfast

Specialist Battlefield Guides

All of Leger’s battlefield tours are accompanied by specialist guides. Their individual in-depth knowledge of warfare will be informative, as well as enhance your overall experience, as they recreate a fascinating perception of the history and factual events of each battle. Discover the actual catalysts for war, the strategies employed and the final, inevitable outcomes, as well as experiencing the emotional human side of the front line.

Please note: On certain tours, you may get tour guides other that the ones listed below.

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Hotel

You will stay for four nights at a minimum 3-star hotel in Belgium or northern France.

Ibis St Quentin Basilique

Ibis St Quentin Basilique
Ibis St Quentin Basilique
Ibis St Quentin Basilique

About the hotel

The 3-star Hotel Ibis St. Quentin Basilique is situated in the heart of the town, opposite the Basilica.

Hotel Features

  • Bar
  • English Speaking Staff
  • Guest Lounge
  • Lift
  • WiFi Available

Room Features

  • Bath and/or Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Telephone
  • TV

Hotel & Aparthotel Alizé Mouscron

Best Western Plus Hotel Alize Mouscron
Hotel Alize

About the hotel

The 4-star Alizé Hotel Mouscron is located in the heart of Mouscron, only a short walk from the Mouscron Market Place, where a selection of bars and restaurants can be found. The hotel features a bar, and all rooms are equipped with a TV, tea and coffee-making facilities and a fridge. Please note: This hotel does not have its own restaurant.

Hotel Features

  • Bar
  • English Speaking Staff
  • Guest Lounge
  • Lift
  • WiFi Available

Room Features

  • Hairdryer
  • Tea and Coffee Making Facilities
  • Telephone
  • TV

Travel Options

All our coaches and transfer vehicles operate a 'no smoking on board policy'. The use of electronic cigarettes is strictly forbidden.
In the interest of fellow guests, do not take hot food or ice cream on board.
alcohol can only be taken on board our vehicles at the discretion of your driver.

When it comes to getting to the Battlefields, Leger Holidays make it easy, with a selection of travel options for you choose from.

Executive Coach

Executive Features

  • Air conditioning
  • Drinks machines
  • Onboard toilet
  • Reclining seats

Silver Service Coach

Silver Service, refreshments
Silver Service, lounge
Silver Service, passengers

Silver Service Features

  • Designed for Socialising A stylish and spacious rear lounge offers a sophisticated and private place to unwind, where conversation flows easily and friendships are made along the journey.
  • Privacy Board An innovative privacy screen creates a calm retreat away from the rest of the coach, giving you the choice to enjoy quiet seclusion while you socialise with fellow passengers.
  • Tables with Cup Holders Thoughtfully designed cabinets with secure cup holders mean refreshments are always within easy reach, adding both practicality and polish to your travel experience.
Silver service Luxuria
Drinks Served on Board
WC and Washroom
Climate Control
Reclining seats
Deluxe Seating
Deluxe, Wider, Armchair-style Seating
Adjustable Armrests
Flexible Footrests
Extra Legroom
Superior Seat Pitch
Double Seats
Single Seats
Face-to-Face Seats with Tables
Personal Tables
Spacious Rear Lounge
At-seat Entertainment
USB Points and Plug Sockets
Communal, Drop-down TV Screens
Onboard Wi-Fi

Silver Service Features

Deluxe design

Specially designed, luxurious seats enhanced with leather headrests deliver superior support, blending comfort with a premium finish.

Deluxe design

Space to stretch out

Enjoy the luxury of generous legroom that goes far beyond standard coach travel, giving you the freedom to settle in with ease and stretch out fully.

Space to stretch out

Spacious rear lounge

Designed for socialising, the spacious rear lounge offers a stylish retreat with privacy screens, handy tables and cup holders – perfect for relaxing, chatting and enjoying the journey.

Spacious rear lounge

Thoughtful touches that make a difference

A carefully maintained interior climate and soft ambient lighting ensure the coach always feels comfortable, welcoming and perfectly suited for a relaxing journey.

Thoughtful touches that make a difference

Luxuria Coach

Luxuria - Seating looking from the back to the front of the coach
Luxuria - Face to Face Seats
Luxruia - Seating

The pinnacle of luxury coach travel

Exclusive to Leger Holidays, these exceptional vehicles blend state-of-the-art features with sophisticated design, offering business-class comfort on the road. Try Luxuria once, and you’ll never look back – the journey will stay with you long after the holiday ends.

With just 31 spacious seats, enjoy a calm, unhurried atmosphere from the moment you step on board – because true comfort means more space, more privacy, and more time to relax. You’ll also benefit from a choice of seating, allowing you to travel in a way that suits you...

  • Double Seats Designed for two, double seats are great for couples or friends travelling together – offering comfort, connection, and a relaxed way to share the journey.
  • Single Seats Offering privacy and comfort, single seats are perfect for solo travellers who prefer a little more personal space.
  • Face-to-Face Seats Face-to-face seats with personal tables are the sociable way to travel, ideal for card games, coffees and conversation. Tailored Travel

With a superior average seat pitch – 32% greater than many leading short-haul airlines – Luxuria double seats offer unmatched personal space. Enjoy comfort that’s built in, not added on.

Superior Seat Pitch

Luxuria Features

Entertainment at your fingertips

Immerse yourself in your own touch-screen TV, offering a world of films, TV shows, music, and games – entertainment designed around you.

Entertainment at your fingertips

The perfect pour

Our crew serves a selection of hot and cold beverages directly to your seat – ideal for staying refreshed throughout your journey.

The perfect pour

Relax in unmatched comfort

Recline in spacious, ergonomically designed, armchair-style seating with generous legroom and experience a refined sense of luxury, crafted exclusively for your relaxation.

Relax in unmatched comfort

Stay connected

Keep your devices fully charged throughout your journey with USB ports and plug sockets at every seat – perfect for capturing memories and staying connected with loved ones.

Stay connected

Travel Extras

With an overnight stay or the option to meet us at the interchange, our travel extras allow you to create a travel experience to suit your needs...

Join coach at Interchange

Join your tour coach at the interchange.

On most tours if you’d prefer to join your tour coach at Folkestone Services, you can park your car in the car park which is accredited by the Park Mark safer parking scheme and is monitored 24 hours a day by CCTV. Payment for the parking is made on arrival using the self-service machines.

Excludes tours to Ireland and the U.K. and tours travelling via Brittany Ferries.

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