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Private Shore Tour Arnhem Battle of WWII Guided Tour

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Price is £285 per adult
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Features

  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Step into history on this private shore tour that takes you through the key locations of the Battle of Arnhem, one of the most significant battles of World War II. Led by an expert guide, you will visit the iconic dropping zones and landing zones where paratroopers landed, followed by stops at the railway tunnel, where fierce fighting took place. Explore the War Cemetery in Oosterbeek, where soldiers who lost their lives during the battle are laid to rest, and visit the Old Church in Oosterbeek, a symbol of the battle’s devastation. Learn about the dramatic events at the Angel of Arnhem house and Zwarteweg, the famous Urquhart hideout. Discover the importance of St. Elisabeths Hospital, a key medical facility during the battle. Conclude your tour with a visit to the John Frost Bridge, named after the British commander who fought here. This tour offers a deep dive into the history, heroism, and tragedies of the Battle of Arnhem.

Activity location

  • Nieuwe Haven
    • 6827, Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Nieuwe Haven
    • 6827, Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands

Check availability

Private Tour for 6 passengers
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Arnhem Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
£284.50 x 6 Adults£1,707.00
Total
Price is £1,707.00
Private Tour for 5 passengers
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Arnhem Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
£340.88 x 5 Adults£1,704.40
Total
Price is £1,704.40
Private Tour for 4 passengers
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Arnhem Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
£426.76 x 4 Adults£1,707.04
Total
Price is £1,707.04
Private Tour for 3 passengers
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Arnhem Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
£569.01 x 3 Adults£1,707.03
Total
Price is £1,707.03
Private Tour for 2 passengers
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Arnhem Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
£853.51 x 2 Adults£1,707.02
Total
Price is £1,707.02
Private Tour for 1 passenger
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private transport: Includes private transport to and from the Arnhem Cruise Port

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
£1,706.16 x 1 Adult£1,706.16
Total
Price is £1,706.16

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transport
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Port / hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English-speaking guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips for guide and driver
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses & optional activities
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Nieuwe Haven

  • 15m
Meet your private guide at the port and head to the first location, beginning your journey through Arnhem’s history.

Arnhem

  • 1h
Dropping Zones/Landing Zones (30 min) Visit the dropping zones and landing zones where British paratroopers made their initial landings during Operation Market Garden. Learn about the strategic importance of these sites and the challenges faced by the soldiers. Railway Tunnel (30 min) Explore the railway tunnel, a critical location during the battle. It was here that fierce fighting took place between German forces and the Allied troops, making it a key strategic point.

Oosterbeek

  • 2h
Pay your respects at the War Cemetery in Oosterbeek, where many of the soldiers who died during the battle are buried. Your guide will explain the significance of the cemetery and the personal stories behind the graves. Visit the Old Church in Oosterbeek, which became a symbol of the battle. It was used as a refuge by both soldiers and civilians during the fighting. Learn about the iconic Angel of Arnhem house in Oosterbeek, where the famous statue commemorates the heroic efforts of the British soldiers.

Zwarteweg

  • 30m
Stop at Zwarteweg, the location of the Urquhart hideout, where British forces took refuge during the intense fighting. This area is crucial in understanding the battle’s complexities.

The John Frost Bridge - John Frostbrug

  • 1h 30m
St. Elisabeths Hospital (30 min) Visit St. Elisabeths Hospital, a key medical facility during the battle. The hospital played a crucial role in treating injured soldiers and civilians. John Frost Bridge (1 hour) Conclude your tour at the John Frost Bridge, a symbol of the Battle of Arnhem. Named after the British commander, it was here that the Allied forces made their final stand.

Nieuwe Haven

  • 45m
Relax during your private transfer back to the port, with a deeper understanding of the Battle of Arnhem and its impact on history.

Location

Activity location

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    Nieuwe Haven
    • 6827, Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Nieuwe Haven
    • 6827, Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands

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