USA at War - Battlefields of Europe

The might of the American Army and her brave servicemen have helped swing the balance in favour of Allied victory in two world wars. 

In your special private tour across Europe, you will be following in the footsteps of heroes, hearing of incredible acts of valour and you will have the opportunity to stand in the places where history was made.

In your private tour, we travel at your pace, visit the sites you have always wanted to, and you’ll leave with memories that last a lifetime.  

First World War

The Kaiser knew that America entering the First World War would be fatal to the German war effort.  By the end of 1918, some 2 million American Doughboys were in Europe.  Their number and growing effectiveness on the field helped bring four bloody years of war to an end.

Explore the French countryside where American boys learned the hard way about the horrors of the First World War.  We take in the history and charm of Château-Thierry, explore Belleau Wood and the Meuse Argonne, and see the beautiful cemeteries that honour fallen heroes.

Normandy, France– after four long years of war, the time had come to launch the Allied invasion of Europe that would signal the beginning of the end of Hitler’s stranglehold on the continent. Touring Normandy takes you to some of the most famous spots in Second World War history, from the American landing beaches to Airborne drop zones and places where fascinating stories can be told passionately.  This region is not only packed full of history, it is beautiful with a mixture of medieval buildings, fishermen’s quays and places to relax and enjoy the local cuisine.    

Arnhem, Netherlands - on September 17th 1944 the Allies launched Operation Market Garden, a bold attempt to seize a vital crossing over the River Rhine, push into Germany and end the war. On your special tour to Arnhem, Netherlands, your expert guide will give you the context of the battle and you’ll follow the 101st and 82nd Divisions as they dropped behind enemy lines to secure the first set of bridges leading up to Arnhem.    

The Ardennes - The Ardennes is a large beautiful region packed with activities for battlefield enthusiasts, families and couples alike. In your unforgettable battlefield tour, we trace the actions of hundreds of thousands of brave Allied troops in their attempt to hold out against the last Nazi onslaught in Western Europe.  We also follow the scenes of heavy fighting as the Allies finally defeat Nazi Germany. See the locations and hear the stories that shaped the outcome of World War Two.