About This Tour
This is the definitive private Belleau Wood WW1 tour from Paris for American travelers and families with ancestral connections to the US Marine Corps. Covering the full arc of the Battle of Belleau Wood (June 1–26, 1918), this immersive full-day experience takes you through the exact locations where American forces fought a decisive battle that became a defining moment in US military history.
This is not a standard sightseeing tour. It is a deep historical experience designed for those who want to truly understand the Battle of Belleau Wood and the role of the US Marines. Your expert guide adapts the experience to your level of interest—from general history to highly detailed military analysis.
Three former Marines meet at the 1775 bar
Lucy-le-Bocage — USMC Headquarters during the battle
Expert guide Jozef with Marine Vietnam war veteran David
Why This Tour is Unique
What You Will Experience
During your private Belleau Wood WW1 tour from Paris, you will visit:
- Belleau Wood battlefield — Walk through the forest where Marines fought in some of the heaviest combat
- US Marine Monument — Honoring the bravery of the 4th Marine Brigade
- Aisne-Marne American Cemetery — Resting place of over 2,000 soldiers
- Devil Dog Fountain — A symbolic pilgrimage site for US Marines on private Belleau family property
- Bouresches village — Scene of intense fighting east of Belleau Wood
- Lucy-le-Bocage — USMC Headquarters during the battle
- Château-Thierry & Hill 204 — Key positions in stopping the German advance
- Hill 142 — Area where the assault began with fascinating stories and sightseeing
- Wheat Fields — The infamous fields where many Marines were cut down by German Maxim guns
- Trenches, shell craters, and battlefield remains — Scenic countryside that still carries the scars of war
Proposed Itinerary
What's Included & Not Included
Included
- All taxes — no hidden fees
- Private luxury 7-seat air-conditioned minibus
- Expert English-speaking historian guide & driver
- Door-to-door Paris pickup & drop-off
- All road charges, parking & highway tolls
- Flexible itinerary — adjustable on the day
- Hotel & restaurant recommendations on request
- Transportation insurance
- Planning and flexibility of the itinerary
Not Included
- Meals & beverages (except guide's lunch max €20)
- Entrance fees to museums & sites
- Your personal travel insurance
- Guide's lunch on guest expenses (max €20)
- Optional gratuity for your guide
- Personal accommodation or overnight stays
- Any additional or personal expenses
Practical Information
Ancestral & Military Research
Did a family member fight in World War I at Belleau Wood — or anywhere else in the liberation of Europe? Tell us their name, unit, or division. We can prepare a personalized battlefield experience based on historical research. Follow the exact movements of your ancestor's unit and visit the locations where they served. This transforms the tour into a deeply meaningful and personal journey.
Over 40 families have used our ancestral research service to reconnect with their military heritage.