Private Waterloo Battlefields from Zeebrugge

Excursion Highlights:
  • Travel from the Zeebrugge cruise port to the legendary Waterloo battlefield in comfort with private transportation.
  • Explore the fortified Farm of Hougoumont while learning about its critical role in Wellington's defensive line.
  • Climb the Lion's Mound for sweeping views and insight into the scale and intensity of the battlefield.
  • Discover the village of Plancenoit, where fierce fighting between French and Prussian forces helped decide the battle's outcome.
  • Visit Napoleon's Last Headquarters at the Ferme du Caillou to understand the final decisions made before his historic defeat.
From $463.00/person to $2,780.00/person (Select "Individuals" below) Price varies based on number of individuals in your group
Children (ages 0 to 2 years old) are free but must be accounted for below at the time of booking.
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Private
Shore Excursion Type Private Sightseeing
Shore Excursion Duration 8 Hours 30 Minutes
Activity Level ? Easy
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Cruise Ship Pier
Food/Beverage Provided Not Included
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes. A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen are also suggested.
Restrictions This tour can accommodate a collapsible wheelchair, walker, or stroller.

Private Waterloo Battlefields from Zeebrugge

Step back into one of history's most decisive military campaigns on this private tour from the port of Zeebrugge. Designed for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike, this immersive half-day experience brings the story of Napoleon's final stand vividly to life with expert guiding and exclusive access to key battlefield sites.

After departing Zeebrugge, one of Belgium's most convenient cruise ports with easy access to the country's historic heartland, you will travel comfortably to Waterloo, where Europe's destiny was reshaped in June 1815. Your guided exploration begins at the battlefield itself, setting the stage for the dramatic clash between Napoleon's forces and the Allied armies led by Wellington. At the famous Farm of Hougoumont, learn how this fortified farmhouse played a crucial role in Wellington's defensive strategy, with gripping descriptions of the troops who fiercely defended and attacked it throughout the day.

The tour continues to the Lion's Mound, a towering memorial overlooking the former battlefield and symbolizing the Allied victory. From this elevated vantage point, your guide helps you visualize the scale, movement, and intensity of the fighting that unfolded across the surrounding countryside. In the nearby village of Plancenoit, discover the setting of some of the battle's most brutal engagements, where French and Prussian forces clashed street by street in a desperate struggle that altered the course of European history.

Your journey concludes at Napoleon's Last Headquarters at the Ferme du Caillou, where the emperor spent his final night before defeat, surrounded by his generals and the Imperial Guard. Inside these historic walls, hear how the final battle plans were drawn and gain a deeper understanding of the decisions that sealed Napoleon's fate. With private transportation, personalized commentary, and a carefully paced itinerary, this Waterloo shore excursion offers a powerful and memorable way to experience Belgium's most iconic battlefield before returning to Zeebrugge.