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Fully escorted Anzac Day tour including the Dawn Service at Villers Bretonneux $370 per person Departs from Arras & Amiens

Commemorate Anzac Day on the Somme & attend the official Dawn Service at Australian National Memorial

Anzac Day; a special day for Australians. Join thousands for the official Anzac Day Dawn Service at the Australian National Memorial at Villers-Bretonneux. An early pick up, 2:30am – 3am, is available in either Arras or Amiens then escorted by our local battlefield expert, travel via coach to the Australian National Memorial to attend the Dawn Service. Following the service, we make our way to the village of Villers Bretonneux to attend the Village ceremony, see the Victoria School and Museum or take a coffee in the village bar. Return to the Australian National Memorial to visit the Sir John Monash Centre, a modern museum depicting events and effects of Australia prior to, during and following the Great War. Then it’s onto the tiny village of Hamel, where General John Monash planned and executed the brilliant operation which set the scene for the Allies’ final offensive of the war. Located on the site of the final objective of the Battle of Hamel, visit the impressive Australian Corps Memorial commemorating over 100,000 Australians who served with the Australian Corps in France during the First World War.

Continuing to Pozieres and the sites of the Somme battlefields of 1916, including the 1 st  Australian Division Memorial, the remains of the famous ‘Gibraltar’ blockhouse and the Windmill site, with its chilling pronouncement, Australian troops … fell more thickly on this ridge than on any other battlefield of the war. Following a stop for  brunch  lunch we travel to the village of Bullecourt and the battlefields of 1917 to attend the more intimate service alongside the local villagers at the Digger Memorial.  and to  Also visit the Bullecourt 1917 museum before returning to Amiens or Arras approx. 4:30-5pm.

A truly unforgettable & commemorative experience that every Australian must do!

• Attend the official Dawn Service at the Australian National Memorial, Villers Bretonneux
• Visit Villers Bretonneux village service & visit the School Museum
• Explore the Sir John Monash Centre
• Visit the Australian Corps Memorial, Le Hamel
• Visit the 1916 battlefields at Pozieres & the 1 st  Division Australian Memorial & Windmill site
• Attend the Anzac Day Bullecourt ‘Digger’ Service & visit the 1917 Bullecourt museum

“We had a wonderful few days & everything more than met our expectations. The accommodation in Amiens & Ypres was very good, especially Ypres as it was on the main square & only a short walk to the Mennin Gate. The tour itself was very informative & we had more than enough time to spend at the memorials etc. We were able to find my Great Uncle’s headstone at Tyne Cot cemetery which was quite an emotional moment for me. A really good, but very sobering day. Such loss of so many young lives. We have told many people of our experiences & have no hesitation in recommending your company to any one who might be considering visiting that area of France & Belgium.” Denise Eastley

“Our 1 day private Western Front Tour with Rod Bedford from The Battlefields Experience was just fantastic. I’m so glad I went for that option and I would highly recommend it for anyone in a similar situation i.e. wanting to ‘follow in the footsteps’ of a grandfather and more.  Rod was just great. I had a bundle of my grandfather’s details from the Australian War Memorial & National Archives and a book on the 14th battalion. Rod had  huge amounts of general, specific and local knowledge.

He managed to pass on big picture info and explain all sorts of where/what/why stuff about particular battles and how events moved and changed and right down to all sorts of interesting and funny tidbits. And he seemed genuinely interested in granddad’s stuff and trying to piece together all sorts of stuff and to give me specific insights and suggestions on how to research some things further. And he was just such good company, chatting about all sorts of random stuff with both me and my 13 yo daughter.

So it really was a memorable experience for us both. I just wish it had been longer and I would love to go back some time and spend another day or two with Rod as my guide. Diana Kervin

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Normandy Add-On Tour: 26-30 April 2025 (5 Days)

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Duty nobly done battlefield tours, australia's western front, travel back in time to follow the footsteps of our diggers across the western front. walk the ground of australia’s most defining moments of the first world war..

Duty Nobly Done Battlefield Tours is an Australian owned and operated battlefield tour business dedicated to providing guests with an engaging and memorable experience of the First and Second World War battlefields and other heritage sites in France & Belgium.

Spoecialising in the Australian experiences on the Western Front in the First World War, we follow the Anzac battalions across the very ground they fought on, and tell the stories of those courageous soldiers. Guests will get a real sense of not only where and how the battles unfolded, but the personal cost.

The many beautifully maintained cemeteries that dot the landscape give mute testimony to the tremendous bravery and sacrifice of the soldiers of many nations who clashed on the battlefields of France and Belgium.

As we cover most, if not all Australian battlefields, every effort will be made for an opportunity to visit your fallen soldier’s grave and pause for reflection. If they have no known grave, our extensive research will uncover where they fought their last battle so you can walk that sacred ground.

Each guest embarks on a pilgrimage to the Western Front battlefields for reasons they may not yet be able to understand beyond some sense of that restless Anzac Spirit passed down by their relatives. It will be different for each person and we believe that you will find what you are looking for with Duty Nobly Done Battlefield Tours.

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ANZAC DAY 2024 in the Somme - 3 Day Tour 

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Battlefield Tour and Dawn Service at Villers-Bretonneux.

Our 3 day Battlefield Tour including the Dawn Service at Villers-Bretonneux is now available ! This tour is from and to ARRAS.

Tuesday 23 April 2024: Fromelles and Bullecourt

From the site of the first AIF battle on the Wetsren Front, the distarous battle of Fromelles to the 1917 attack of the Hindenburg Line at Bullecourt. 

Wedsneday 24 April 2024: the Somme Battlefields

The Somme 1916 battlefields, Pozieres, Thiepval and 

Beaumont-Hamel to Villers-Bretonneux, the national Australian memorial and the Sir John Monash visitor centre.

T hursday 25 April 2024: Dawn service at Villers-Bretonneux

Very early start to attend the Dawn Service at Villers-Bretonneux

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Jewels of the North 2024 - Special ANZAC Dawn Service and dedicated ceremony of the Engineers Memorial Bridge  

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The Jewels of the North tour is a perfect mix of taking in and  honouring the memory of the soldiers of World War 1 and buckling up to see the iconic sights and landmarks of  Northern France.

You will journey through the natural wonder of the famous Normandy seaside, the magical Mont Saint Michel, Brittany's medieval half-timbered village of Dinan, the cradle of impressionist town Honfleur, the prestigious Saint-Malo, and the luxurious Deauville!  Also on the journey is Monet's dreamy gardens at Giverny, Amiens Cathedral, Etretat Cliffs, the historical Bayeux Tapestry and many more hidden treasures that will bring the North of France’s rich history to life!

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Tuesday 23 April – Wednesday 1 May [special ANZAC day and dedicated ceremony of the Engineers Memorial Bridge]

• Day 1 - Arrive Paris Welcome to France! After checking in to our hotel in Paris, we will get together that evening for a group “meet and greet” and an introduction to your tour leader. This is an excellent opportunity to get to know our fellow passengers. The the group will “cheers!” to the start of your unforgettable trip! As there is not much time in Paris (and to get over the jet lag!), we suggest you arrive a few days early so you can get under the skin of the City of Light.
• Day 2 - Paris (day trip to Champagne Region) After breakfast, we’ll take a leisurely trip to the picturesque Champagne region. On arrival we’ll be offered a tailor-made family vineyard imprint to the natural protection of the terroir. A unique experience followed by a tasting rich in emotions. Following the visit to the vineyard you will have the opportunity to visit the impressive gothic Reims’ Cathedral and free time to explore the capital city of Champagne region. In the afternoon we’ll visit some of the world’s most famous Champagne houses in Epernay. We’ll board the train and tour the emblematic Maison Mercier cellars enjoying a unique and immersive audio tour experience, following by a tasting.
• Day 3 - Paris > Chablis > Dijon Our accommodation is right in the heart of Paris, making it easy to take our time and leisurely stroll exploring the nation’s capital and discover the many attractions that make it one of the most treasured destinations in the world. Live your Parisienne life, your Tour Leader will help you to navigate to your favourite spots. We enjoy a morning pleasuring in the heart of Paris, before making our way southeast to Burgundy. We’ll swap fizz for the dry wines of Chablis with an included tasting before making our way to Dijon. Prepare your palate! It will be a culinary experience in Dijon with the new wine and food museum centre dedicated to celebrating the “Gastronomic Meal of the French”.
• Day 4 - Dijon You will have the opportunity to visit the bustling indoor market also known as “Les Halles”. It’s a great place where you can immerse yourself with the locals, wandering around and buying some fresh fruits and street food or simply watch the locals do their weekly grocery shopping. Don’t miss out, Mulot et Petit-Jean, a mythical brand in Dijon only sells traditional Burgundian products. Gingerbread, blackcurrant liqueur, old-fashioned mustard with red fruits, lemon, herbs, honey and many other flavours... And so much more to discover strolling around this beautiful city at our own pace. If you prefer to spend some time at the capital city of Burgundy wine, Beaune, your tour leader will happily organise your day there.
• Day 5 - Dijon > Le Luberon Provence Today we journey out into the world famous Rosé area. We are stepping into Provence, a beautiful place to live. It’s time to settle in, maybe by the pool, at your typical lovely countryside guesthouse were you will be warmly welcomed. You will discover all the hidden gems that only locals know about.
• Day 6 - Le Luberon Provence (day trip to Avignon and Le Pont du Gard) First today, we will visit a masterpiece of ancient architecture: the Pont du Gard, a massive 2000 year old Roman aqueduct. It is a milestone of human engineering and one of the greatest monuments of France that stands as a reminder of the tremendous power of the Roman Empire. We’ll then, stop off in Avignon, where we’ll be able to take a stroll around this historic city. You’ll have the opportunity to visit the Palace of the Popes – one of the most significant medieval buildings in Europe and centre of the Roman Catholic world during the 14th century. You will have the rest of the afternoon and evening to spend as you please. Perhaps seek out a local wine cellar and sample some the of the local Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Côtes-du-Rhône wines – accompanied with a sumptuous French meal, of course!
• Day 7 - Le Luberon Provence A perfect combination of scenery and traditional villages, we are exploring in the "massif" (area) of Luberon, the heart of Provence. Some of the most lovely villages to be found in France are here, with a scenic backdrop of cliffs, rocks, olive trees and ancient farms. We will visit the built and natural heritage meeting the traditions and the know how that forged the character of the terroir and the men The L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue Sunday market is the largest outdoor market in the idyllic Luberon massif in Provence. We are diving into the heart of the village's antique shops, flea market, the largest outdoor market in the idyllic markets with colourful and tasty products. Take the time to stroll through pretty cobblestone lanes as we discover the treasures of “ The Little Venice” town which is unlike any other. Our lovely host will prepare us a homemade and tailor made Provençal dinner for your gastronomic pleasure on our last night in their authentic home and our last day in Provence region.
• Day 8 - Le Luberon Provence to Médoc Region (via Carcassonne) We have a long travel day today from Mediterranean to the Atlantic ocean. We will break it up with an astonishing place of discovery: Carcassonne, world heritage site by UNESCO. This magnificent city with its fortress and castle will take your breath away. You will have some free time to explore on your own walking between the ramparts and surveying the lands, you will feel like you are in a movie, maybe because of the Robin Hood movie scenes filmed here!
• Day 9 - Médoc Region (day trip to Arcachon Bay) Your captain at your service! We will board a pinasse – a typical wooden boat - to enjoy a tour of the Arcachon Bay including a close-up view of the oyster parks where we will make a stop to taste its famous oysters. The beautiful Arcachon Bay, “A small, interior sea” opens to the Atlantic ocean backed by a pine forest. A wide, triangular slash, hemmed by picturesque fishermen villages, and punctuated by the incessant come-and-go of the tides, the Bay of Arcachon is an incomparable site that you discover each time for the first time. With your skipper, you will discover the area ‘like a local’ and learn all there is to know about the traditions and treasures from this beautiful part of France! Famed for its sumptuous seafood, particularly oysters Arcachon bay also has Europe’s longest and highest dune of sand that you will climb for the sport of it or just enjoy the breathtaking view from a delightful restaurant.
• Day 10 - Médoc Region (day trip to Bordeaux City) Today is your free day in vibrant Bordeaux were you will be able to access the best wine museum in the world! La Cité du Vin, is a unique cultural centre dedicated to the universal, living heritage of wine. It offers a spectacular journey around the world, throughout the ages, across countless cultures and civilisations. This grand homage to the drink that France is famous for and the one of a kind experience you get here makes it a must see when visiting Bordeaux. The choice is yours, you may prefer to shop as it will be the perfect place for it! You will again have the possibility to explore another market, Les Halles de Bacalan - a newly renovated farmers market where local producers are eager to let you taste their specialties in the heart of Bordeaux. Move from stand to stand - taste and enjoy the local gourmet specialities as you go! A very special and authentic moment! Foodies lovers do not miss it!
• Day 11 - Médoc Region Discover world-famous Medoc region, where the grandiose chateaux were built as show cases for both the wealth of the owners and the quality of their wines. We will stay in a typical familial cosy house in the heart of the Medoc vineyard, which extends over nearly 100km and bring together the most prestigious Grands Crus Classes of Bordeaux as well as tasty Crus Bourgeois and Artisans. Wines tours, tasting and cheers for our last day. We will reunite a last time for a nostalgic goodbye dinner prepared by our amazing host. Our home made and authentic last dinner will be rich in memories and emotions.
• Day 12 - Departure Médoc Region – Departure day It is time to say goodbye to your new friends, with great memories and plenty of stories. Your host will drop you off to Bordeaux St Jean train station or Bordeaux Merignac airport in the morning and help to make sure that everything is well coordinated for you to travel stress free to your next destination. We hope we will have succeeded our mission of sharing our culture and regions for a trip full of good times and smiles and that you will join us again on one of our other tours!

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Tour inclusions, accommodation.

9 days tour including 8 nights specially selected boutique accommodation.

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Experienced bilingual Tour Leader and Chauffeur

Premium minibus transportation

Your Tour Leader has the flexibility to take guests to your point of interest; you can choose between mamy options

Entry Admissions

Immersive and interactive visit of a Calvados distillery in Normandy with two tasting

Skip the line admission to The Monet House and Gardens at Giverny

Sir John Monarch Museum remembrance and Franco-Australian Museum at Villers-Bretonneux

ANZAC dawn service

Admission and audio guide of the Bayeux Tapestry Museum

Entrance Mont Saint Michel Medieval City

Entrance and audio guide of the Mont Saint Michel Abbey

2 hour private conferential guided visit of the Mont Saint Michel City  (min imum guest apply)

6 European-style breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 2 traditional dinners with locals (D)

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Day : 01- 24th April Istanbul to Gallipoli Mid morning departure to the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli stopping along the way to stock up on supplies and rations. Arrive at the Gallipoli peninsula then straight to Anzac Cove to secure a good spot on the grass for the long night ahead.

Day : 02 -  25th April Anzac Day at Gallipoli Awake before sunrise to the Anzac Dawn service and commemorate our fallen forefathers on this special day. The Gallipoli battlefields are well sign posted so you can walk amidst the various cemeteries, trenches and memorials on your way to Lone Pine or Chunuk Bair to attend the Australian or New Zealand memorial services. Late afternoon we head back to Istanbul. Upon arrival at the Istanbul office tour concludes and sadly it is time to say good bye to new friends.

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Experience the Anzac Day Dawn Service at Gallipoli

Anzac day marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by australian and new zealand forces during the first world war. although this military campaign at gallipoli failed in its objectives, the actions of the australian and new zealand troops left us all a powerful legacy. gallipoli is seen to many as the birth place of what has become known as the "anzac legend" and the identity of both nations. in 1916 the date, 25th april was officially named anzac day..

Many thousands of people now make their way each year to the Gallipoli Peninsular for the Anzac Day Dawn Service to pay their respects to those that gave so much. It is a very special and moving experience. Most people will make their way to the Gallipoli Peninsular for the Anzac Day commemorations as part of a tour group. Tour companies today offer the easiest, best and most comprehensive way of getting the most out of your visit to Gallipoli.

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Important attendance pass registration, anzac day gallipoli tours 2024, anzac day gallipoli tours 2025, 100% aussie/kiwi owned and operated, history of anzac day, anzac day - 25 april - is probably one of the most important national occasion for australia and new zealand but why this day special to australians and new zealanders.

When war broke out in 1914 Australia had been a federal commonwealth for only 14 years. The new national government was eager to establish its reputation among the nations of the world. In 1915 Australian and New Zealand soldiers formed part of the allied expedition that set out to capture the Gallipoli peninsula to open the way to the Black Sea for the allied navies. The plan was to capture Constantinople (now Istanbul), the capital of the Ottoman Empire and an ally of Germany. They landed at Gallipoli on 25 April, meeting fierce resistance from the Turkish defenders. What had been planned as a bold stroke to knock Turkey out of the war quickly became a stalemate, and the campaign dragged on for eight months. At the end of 1915 the allied forces were evacuated after both sides had suffered heavy casualties and endured great hardships. Over 8,000 Australian soldiers were killed. News of the landing at Gallipoli made a profound impact on Australians at home and 25 April quickly became the day on which Australians remembered the sacrifice of those who had died in war.

Although the Gallipoli campaign failed in its military objectives of capturing Constantinople and knocking Turkey out of the war, the Australian and New Zealand actions during the campaign bequeathed an intangible but powerful legacy. The creation of what became known as the "ANZAC legend" became an important part of the national identity of both nations. This shaped the ways they viewed both their past and future.

Early commemorations

The date, 25 April, was officially named ANZAC Day in 1916 and was marked by a wide variety of ceremonies and services in Australia, a march through London, and a sports day in the Australian camp in Egypt. In London over 2,000 Australian and New Zealand troops marched through the streets. A London newspaper headline dubbed them "The knights of Gallipoli". Marches were held all over Australia in 1916. Wounded soldiers from Gallipoli attended the Sydney march in convoys of cars, attended by nurses. For the remaining years of the war, ANZAC Day was used as an occasion for patriotic rallies and recruiting campaigns, and parades of serving members of the AIF were held in most cities.

The Dawn Service

The Dawn Service observed on ANZAC Day has its origins in an operational routine which is still observed by the Australian Army today. During battle, the half-light of dawn was one of the most favoured times for an attack. Soldiers in defensive positions were, therefore, woken up in the dark, before dawn, so by the time first light crept across the battlefield they were awake, alert, and manning their weapons. This was, and still is, known as "stand-to". It was also repeated at sunset.

After the First World War, returned soldiers sought the comradeship they felt in those quiet, peaceful moments before dawn. With symbolic links to the dawn landing at Gallipoli, a dawn stand-to or ceremony became a common form of ANZAC Day remembrance during the 1920s; the first official dawn service was held at the Sydney Cenotaph in 1927. Dawn services were originally very simple and followed the operational ritual. In many cases they were restricted to veterans only and the daytime ceremony was for families and other well-wishers. Before dawn the gathered veterans would be ordered to "stand to" and two minutes' silence would follow. At the end of this time a lone bugler would play the Last Post and then concluded the service with Reveille.

At Gallipoli

On Anzac Day in 1985, the name "Anzac Cove" was officially recognised by the Turkish government. Back then the Anzac Day services were very small affairs and held at the Ari Burnu Cemetery within the cove. From the mid 1990s the number of mainly young backpackers who made the annual pilgrimage grew and grew until 1999 when the number of people attending forced authorities to make another site. A purpose built "Anzac Commemorative Site" was constructed nearby on North Beach in time for the 2000 service.

Over the years, ANZAC Cove beach has been degraded by erosion, and the construction of the coast road from Gaba Tepe to Suvla, originally started by Australian engineers just prior to the evacuation of ANZAC in December 1915, resulted in the beach being further reduced and bounded by a steep earth embankment.

In 2003 the Australian government announced that it was negotiating with Turkey to place Anzac Cove on the National Heritage List, which included Australian sites such as the Eureka Stockade gardens. However this request was dismissed by the Turkish government as the Gallipoli peninsula itself is Turkish territory and already a national park in the Turkish National Park System.

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Anzac Day 2024 on the ABC

No matter where you are on Anzac Day, you can commemorate April 25 with us.

The ABC will have comprehensive broadcast coverage of Anzac Day services and events. Tune into our coverage throughout the day across ABC Radio, ABC listen app, ABC TV, ABC iview and online.

Coverage includes commemorations and local marches in towns and cities around Australia as well as special Anzac Day programming.

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National coverage

The Sydney Dawn Service will be broadcast live on ABC TV, ABC NEWS channel, ABC iview and on the ABC listen app from 4.20am (AEST), followed by the Canberra Dawn Service at 5.30am.

ABC TV and ABC NEWS channel will broadcast the Gallipoli Dawn Service live from 12.30pm (AEST), the Villers-Bretonneux Dawn Service from 1.30pm (AEST) and the governor-general's address from 6.55pm (AEST).

Local coverage

Every capital city will have live TV coverage of a local march, however coverage of capital city dawn services varies in each state — see below.

State TV broadcasts of capital city marches and dawn services will also be streamed live on ABC iview.

The Sydney Dawn Service will be broadcast live on ABC TV, ABC NEWS channel, ABC iview, ABC Radio Sydney, ABC Radio NSW and on the ABC listen app from 4.20am (AEST).

The Sydney March will be broadcast on ABC TV and ABC iview from 9am (AEST).

The Canberra Dawn Service will be broadcast live on ABC TV, ABC NEWS channel, ABC iview, Radio National, ABC Local Radio and on the ABC listen app from 5.30am (AEST).

The Melbourne March which will include Dawn Service highlights and will be broadcast on ABC TV and ABC iview from 9am to 12pm (AEST). The Melbourne Dawn Service  will be broadcast live on ABC Radio Melbourne and on the ABC listen app  from 5.30am.

The Hobart March will be broadcast live between 11am and 12.30pm (AEST) on ABC TV and ABC iview. This will include highlights of the Hobart Dawn Service .

The Brisbane March will be broadcast live between 10am and 12.30pm (AEST) on ABC TV and ABC iview. 

The Adelaide Dawn Service will be broadcast live on ABC TV, ABC iview, ABC Radio Adelaide, ABC Radio SA and on the ABC listen app from 6am to 7am (CST). The Adelaide March will be broadcast on ABC TV and ABC iview from 9am to 12pm (CST) and will include highlights of the Adelaide Dawn Service.

The Darwin Dawn Service will be broadcast live on ABC TV, ABC iview, ABC Radio Darwin, ABC Radio NT and on the ABC listen app from 6am to 7am (CST).

The Darwin March will be broadcast on ABC TV from 9am to 10am (CST).

The Perth March will be broadcast live between 9am and 10.30am (AWST) on ABC TV and ABC iview. This will include highlights of the Perth Dawn Service .

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Commemorating Anzac Day

As Anzac Day 2024 approaches, final arrangements are being made at commemorative sites in Australia and around the world, as we prepare to remember the contributions all service men and women have made for more than a century since the First World War. On Anzac Day, all Australians are encouraged to reflect on this, whether as part of a commemorative service overseas, or in Australia. 

The Australian War Memorial will once again host the national Dawn Service, which will be telecast live on ABC TV and streamed via DVA’s Facebook page .

Returned Services League of Australia (RSL) and other ex-service organisations, as well as state and territory governments, organise Anzac Day services throughout the country. You can find out about local services by getting in touch with your local RSL sub-branch or visiting the Anzac Day page on the RSL Australia website .

A number of Australian War Cemeteries and Gardens of Remembrance hold Anzac Day services. Please check the Commemorations page on the DVA website for up-to-date information.

If you are planning a commemorative service, or choosing to commemorate Anzac Day at home, the Department of Veterans’ Affair’s (DVA) digital kitbag of printable materials can help. The kitbag includes speeches, Orders of Service, commemorative music playlists, craft activities and more. To download these resources, visit the Anzac Portal . 

Services held in Gallipoli in Türkiye, and Villers-Bretonneux in France, hold special meaning for Australians. They’re where many of those who served in the First World War fought and died, and were integral in the forging of the Anzac traditions that are embraced and carried on today by the Australian Defence Force.

Anyone planning to attend either of these two services must register for a free attendance pass by visiting commemorations.teg.com.au . The international Dawn Services will also be broadcast live on the ABC on Anzac Day and streamed live on DVA’s Facebook page.

Every year, the Australian Government works with local authorities to also hold safe, solemn and dignified Anzac Day services at significant sites where Australians fought and died in the Second World War: the Bomana War Cemetery and Isurava Memorial in Papua New Guinea, Hellfire Pass in Thailand, and the Sandakan Memorial Park in Malaysia. Please consult the DVA website for important information about participating in these services.

More information about Anzac Day overseas services is available on the Anzac Day page of the DVA website .    

2025 Anzac Tours to the Somme and Flanders battlefields

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For over 20 years France at Leisure has organised ANZAC tours to the Somme and Flanders battlefields sites and monuments.

Our 2025 Anzac tours have been specifically designed to cover WWI battlefield sites and are designed for Australian travellers. 

Our 2024 Anzac Tours professional guides specialise in taking Australians to memorials, battlefields, and military cemeteries and visiting the gravesites of fallen relatives and friends. Whether your interest is personal or historical, our tours are extremely informative.

FOR THE 2025 ANZAC DAY CEREMONY, WE HAVE 2 OPTIONS TO OFFER YOU.

• 7 Days/6 nights. Tour with the Anzac Day ceremony in Villers-Bretonneux in the Somme This tour has two departure dates - 21st and 22nd April 2025. These dates will be confirmed very soon.
• 4 Days/3 nights Tour with the dawn service in Ypres in the Flanders

A few of the sites visited during the tour:  Adelaide Cemetery /  Villers-Bretonneux Franco-Australian Museum and School / Australian National Memorial / Albert, Pozieres / Beaumont Hamel Trench Park / Australian 1st Division Memorials…

Amiens pre or post-your stay - Gothic and medieval sights abound in this simply gorgeous city. Don’t miss a boat trip around Les Hortillonnages (floating gardens), a visit to the 800-year-old Amiens Cathedral listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a wander through the boutique-lined alleyways of Quartier Saint-Leu. Linger longer, so you can take in the incredible archaeological finds at the Musée de Picardie and the wonderful eccentricities at Jules Verne’s old home.

Villers-Bretonneux - Thousands of Australian tourists travel the Remembrance Trail through northern France every year, and Villers-Bretonneux in the Somme region is at its very heart. This was the site of the first tank battle in history, as well as epic clashes during World War I, now memorialised by world-class museums such as the Australian National Memorial and the Sir John Monash Centre .

ANZAC 4-Day Tour 2024

The Somme Battlefield sites

Walk in the footsteps of the Anzacs on our most popular Western Front Tour – the perfect addition to any European holiday. Central Paris pick-up and drop-off - From April to November with a multitude of departure dates.

• Services of an expert WWI Historian
• All excursions as described in the itinerary
• 4 Days / 3 nights’ in 3 to 4-star accommodation
• Travel by comfortable air-conditioned coach
• Breakfast daily, 2 lunches and welcome dinner
• All entrance fees as per the itinerary

2025 ANZAC DAY TOUR

Includes Villers Bretonneux Dawn Service

From the trenches of Ypres to monuments marking The Somme, our 2025 ANZAC DAY on the Western Front tour maps Australian and New Zealand troops’ movements in WWI – This tour includes the ANZAC Day Dawn Service a Villers Bretonneux.

• 6 Nights in hand-picked accommodation
• Villers Bretonneux Anzac Day Dwan service
• Experienced Tour Leader and Driver
• Premium mini-coach transportation
• Small group of 18 people maximum
• Depart and finish in Lilles

2024 Western Front Tour

From April to November

This fascinating and moving tour focuses on the major areas of British and Commonwealth involvement across the Western Front, from The Somme to Flanders. Providing guests with a level of flexibility to visit memorials to his (or her) country’s fallen, and the expert knowledge of our Tour Leaders.

• 6 Days / 5 nights in hand-picked accommodation
• Experienced Back-Roads Tour Leader and Driver
• 7 Meals 5 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners
• - Small group of 18 people maximum

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Anzac day 2024.

On 25 April, Anzac Day services will be held in major cities and at international war memorials. If you're travelling to attend a service, be prepared and know what to expect.  

The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) manages the Anzac Day Dawn Services at memorial sites in:  

• Gallipoli, Türkiye  
• Villers-Bretonneux, France  

DVA has information on the venue and time for each service .  

Smaller services are held at other memorial sites.  

Exercise a high degree of caution in Türkiye and France due to the threat of terrorist attacks. Attacks could happen at any time. Follow the instructions of security personnel. They're there to keep you and others safe. There’ll be security screening when entering the memorial sites. Security will take any banned items off you. You can find a list of banned items in the site conditions of entry.  

Research the local laws and customs of your destination. Know the behaviour that's expected around important events. Always be respectful, no matter how you're marking the day.  

Local health authorities give limited medical support at the memorial sites. They’re equipped for emergencies, not to treat minor ailments. There are few facilities for people with disabilities or limited mobility. Find out if local facilities will meet your needs.  

Anzac Day Dawn Services are held outdoors. The weather can be variable. You'll be exposed to the elements as there's no permanent shelter. Bring clothing that suits the climate where you're going.  

Know how you'll get to service locations.  

• There's no public transport to the Gallipoli Peninsula National Park in Türkiye.  
• Local tourism shuttles may be available from Amiens to Villers-Bretonneux, France.  

You can’t drive a private vehicle to memorial sites on Anzac Day. Private vehicle parking is available near the sites. There will be free shuttles available to and from the memorial sites. You're encouraged to join a coach tour.  

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Anzac Day on the Peninsula 2024

Published on 03 April 2024

Anzac Day 2024 marks the 109thanniversary of the Gallipoli landing in 1915. The spirit of Anzac continues to play a role in the local community to this day, with its qualities of courage, mateship and sacrifice. We encourage our community to commemorate Anzac Day by attending their local traditional dawn services, marches and remembrance services. Details of services, times and locations held across the Peninsula are listed below. For more information please visit the respective RSL/Rotary Club websites or call 1300 850 600 .

Quotes attributable to Mayor Councillor Simon Brooks: “On Thursday 25 April 2024, we come together to honor the brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of our nation. As Mayor, I am proud to announce our support for Anzac Day services across 13 townships, as we pay homage to those who have given so much for our freedom”.

Service  9.30am Anzac Park – Corner Frankston-Flinders Road and Russell Street, Balnarring

Dawn Service  6am Cenotaph at Tingira Place, Crib Point March  10.45am Crib Point RSL, Milne Street, Crib Point to Crib Point Cenotaph Service  11am Cenotaph at Tingira Place, Crib Point

Dawn Service  6am War Memorial, The Peninsula Club, Gibson Street, Dromana March  9.15am O’Donohue Street, Dromana to Dromana Cenotaph Service  9.30am Dromana Cenotaph, Corner Pt Nepean Road and Verdon Street, Dromana

Service  10am Flinders Hall, corner Norman Street and Cook Street March  11am Flinders Hall, corner Norman Street and Cook Street to Flinders War Memorial Service and wreath laying 11.30am Flinders War Memorial, corner Cook Street and The Esplanade

Dawn Service 6am Cenotaph Hastings Foreshore March  10.30am Hastings RSL, King Street, Hastings to Cenotaph Hastings Foreshore Service  11am Cenotaph Hastings Foreshore

Dawn Service  6am Memorial Park, Barkly Street, Mornington March  9.30am Corner Queen Street and Main Street to Memorial Park, Barkly Street, Mornington Service  10am Memorial Park, Barkly Street, Mornington

Mount Eliza

Service  2pm Remembrance Garden Cenotaph, Mount Eliza Community Centre, Canadian Bay Road

Service  10.15am Red Hill Community Park, Shoreham Road, Red Hill South

Dawn Service  6am Rosebud RSL Memorial, Eastbourne Road, Rosebud March  9.30am Corner 9th Avenue and Point Nepean Road to Rosebud Cenotaph, corner Jetty Road and Point Nepean Road, Rosebud Service  9.45am Rosebud Cenotaph, corner Jetty Road and Point Nepean Road, Rosebud

Dawn Service  6am Memorial Wall, Rye RSL, Nelson Street, Rye March  12pm Rye Pier to Rye RSL Service  12.30pm Memorial Wall, Rye RSL, Nelson Street, Rye

Dawn Service 6am Fruit Growers Reserve, Jones Road and Station Street, Somerville

Dawn Service 6am Sorrento Foreshore War Memorial, Sorrento March  11.30am Corner Ocean Beach Road and Melbourne Road, Sorrento to Sorrento Foreshore War Memorial Service  12pm Sorrento Foreshore War Memorial, Sorrento

Dawn Service 6am Tyabb Central Reserve, corner Mornington-Tyabb Road and Frankston-Flinders Road