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Customizable WWI Private Tour from Brussels with ProCapture Tours
Travel back in time on a powerful journey through the most important World War I sites in Belgium. Led by a passionate guide who’s also your personal photographer, this tour is fully customizable to your interests and nationality.
Unlike other tours, we focus on meaning, memory, and personalization — not just ticking boxes.
✔️ Flexible itinerary – visit the places that matter most to you
✔️ Key sites: Tyne Cot, Passchendaele, Essex Farm, etc.
✔️ Optional: Menin Gate & Last Post Ceremony
✔️ Tailored to your background (U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, etc.)
✔️ Free professional photos & cinematic video
This is more than a history tour — it’s a personal connection to the past.
Book now for an unforgettable experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting & Pickup Instructions
• Airport Pickup: The driver will wait in the arrival hall with a sign displaying your name.
• Hotel Pickup: The driver will meet you at the entrance or reception.
• Train Station Pickup: The driver will be at the main exit with a sign.
• Port Pickup: The driver will wait at the main terminal exit.
• Custom Locations: The driver will pick you up at the provided address.
Itinerary
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1Ieper (Ypres)
Discover the historic city of Ypres, the symbolic heart of the Western Front. Visit the medieval city center and the powerful In Flanders Fields Museum, where interactive exhibits and personal stories bring the history of World War I to life. You will also have time for a short break or lunch before continuing the journey.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Menin Gate Memorial
Visit the Menin Gate Memorial to the Missing, one of the most important World War I monuments in Belgium. Your guide will explain its significance and the names engraved on its walls. If your tour ends in the evening, you will witness the moving Last Post Ceremony at 8 PM — a daily tribute to the fallen soldiers.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Tyne Cot Cemetery
Visit the largest Commonwealth military cemetery in the world. Located near Passchendaele, Tyne Cot is the resting place of nearly 12,000 soldiers and features a striking wall inscribed with the names of the missing. Your guide will share personal stories and explain the importance of this site to the UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Discover the brutal reality of trench warfare at the Passchendaele Museum. Visitors will explore reconstructed trenches, interactive exhibits, and authentic artifacts that bring the Battle of Passchendaele to life. A powerful and immersive experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5Essex Farm Cemetery
Visit the site where Canadian doctor John McCrae wrote the iconic poem “In Flanders Fields.” This cemetery includes original bunkers and field dressing stations, offering a unique look at the medical side of World War I. A must-see for those interested in Canadian history.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The only American World War I cemetery in Belgium. This beautifully maintained site honors 368 fallen American soldiers and features a chapel with stained glass and engraved maps. It is a place of reflection and quiet remembrance for U.S. visitors.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Saint Julien Memorial
This powerful Canadian monument marks the site where poison gas was first used on the Western Front. The statue of the “Brooding Soldier” honors the bravery of Canadian troops who held the line during the Second Battle of Ypres in 1915.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Langemark Cemetery
One of the most solemn and symbolic sites of the war. This cemetery holds over 44,000 German soldiers and presents a stark contrast to Allied cemeteries. The mass graves and dark stones reflect Germany’s mourning culture. Visitors will also learn about the “Gravenstafel Ridge” area and early war history.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Vladslo German War Cemetery
Visit the solemn Vladslo German War Cemetery, the final resting place of over 25,000 German soldiers. This site is known for the haunting sculpture “The Grieving Parents” by Käthe Kollwitz, created in memory of her own son, Peter, who died in battle. A place of deep emotion, this cemetery invites reflection on the human cost of war.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Step into the past at the Bayernwald site, where original German trenches from World War I have been carefully reconstructed on their authentic location. Walk through narrow communication trenches, observe preserved bunkers, and imagine life on the front line. This site offers one of the most realistic trench experiences in Belgium, far from the crowds and ideal for visitors seeking authenticity. Your guide will explain the strategic importance of this area and the daily struggles faced by German soldiers. Access to Bayernwald is limited and requires pre-booked tickets. It can be included upon request.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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