Ypres
Educational School Trips to Ypres
Experience Ypres and all the emotions of the battlefields. Ypres is a Belgian municipality located in the Flemish province of West Flanders. Though Leper is the Dutch and local name, Ypres is most commonly used in English. During World War 1, Ypres was the centre of intense and sustained battles between the German and the Allied forces.
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Suggested Itinerary
Our team of specialists can tailor-make any itinerary based on your curricular requirements, have a look at some of our suggested itineraries below.
Day 1 - Coach transfer to Ypres, Belgium
Depart your school in the morning for your coach transfer to Ypres, Belgium. Arriving in the evening to experience the Last Post at Menin Gate and to your hotel for your evening meal.
Day 2 - Visit Tyne Cott, Langemark Cemeteries, Flanders Museum and more
Today you will have an early start for a full day tour with your guide of Tyne Cott and Langemark Cemeteries, Sanctuary Wood and Hill 62 Museum. After a lunch stop in Ypres, you will visit Flanders Museum. After your evening meal an evening activity will be arranged.
Day 3 - Bruges city tour
Today you will be transferred to Bruges for a city tour and a canal boat ride and in the afternoon an optional visit to Belwarde Park (approx £15 entrance fee) Returning back to Ypres late evening for your evening meal. Evening activity of your choice.
Day 4 - Depart Bruges
Today you will depart for your coach trip home to the UK. You will stop en route at The City of Europe for some last minute shopping before your crossing.
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Before your tour
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- Bespoke tour itineraries
- Great value for money - no hidden costs
- Curriculum linked visit programmes
- Unrivalled local knowledge & expertise
Whilst you're away
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- Great quality accommodation
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