Group tours in Cambrai
Explore History and Culture Together
Discover Cambrai with tailor made Group Packages
Explore Cambrai with customized group tours designed to fit your interests and schedule. Whether you’re passionate about history, art, or local culture, we provide tailor-made packages to create an unforgettable experience for your group.
Cambrai is rich in history, culture, and gastronomy, making it an ideal destination for group visits. With our customized group packages, you can explore the city’s most iconic landmarks, uncover hidden gems, and immerse yourself in local traditions. Let us help you create a personalized experience for your group, ensuring every detail meets your expectations.
Our suggested packages
A Feast for the Eyes in Cambrai
Discover the rich cultural heritage of Cambrai region through a journey filled with culinary delights, art and craftsmanship. From the famous Bêtises de Cambrai to the renowned Matisse Museum, this package offers an immersive experience in local traditions, historic architecture, and exquisite lace-making.
Cambrai in the Great War
Step back into history and follow the poignant footsteps of soldiers from World War I. This package takes you through the story of the Battle of Cambrai, the restoration of the iconic Deborah D51, and the legacy of Wilfred Owen in a moving, educational experience.
A Feast for the Eyes in Cambrésis
Day 1
Welcome coffee and visit to a sweet shop
Invented over two centuries ago due to a confectioner’s “mistake”, this famous sweet has made the town of Cambrai renowned. Enter the production workshop to discover all the steps, smell the sweet minty aroma, and taste the freshly wrapped “bêtise”!
Duration: one hour
Guided walking tour of the City of Cambrai
Due to its position as a frontier town and its many cultural influences, Cambrai offers a magnificent panorama of its heritage through its streets and boulevards. Remains of fortifications, prestigious religious buildings, private mansions, and Art Deco houses bear witness to its rich history. Enjoy this privileged setting during a guided excursion!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Visit to the Lace and Embroidery Museum
They have dressed Kate Middleton, Madonna, and more recently Beyoncé; discover the lace and embroidery of Caudry. The museum showcases a technical collection illustrating the lace-making process on a “Leavers” machine, as well as a textile collection: lace samples and dresses – all is haute couture, fashion, and refinement…
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Return to Cambrai, free time.
Overnight stay with half-board at a local establishment.
Menu
Meal at a Cambrésien establishment:
- Chicken sauté with Maroilles sauce, fresh tagliatelle
- Chocolate brownie, English cream with “Bêtise de Cambrai”
- Red wine, mineral water
- Coffee
Day 2
Guided tour of the Matisse Museum
Immerse yourself in a world of shapes and colours in this museum created by Henri Matisse himself. At the heart of the sumptuous Palais Fénelon, it is a modernised and expanded museum as of 2024, and you will be surprised by the life and work of the artist. Lose yourself in the contemplation of the collections of Auguste Herbin and the Tériade donation, which enrich the museum with books and engravings signed by Chagall, Léger, Rouault, Miró, Matisse, and Le Corbusier.
Duration: 2 hours
Visit to the Vivat Brewery
Nestled in the heart of Cateau-Cambrésis, the brewery inherits 1,000 years of brewing expertise. Beers are fermented in open vats and skimmed by hand in a site listed as a Historic Monument. Let yourself be guided through this warm establishment with an industrial decor to discover the history of the place and the brewing process of the Vivat!
Duration: 1 hour
Menu
Lunch at the Vivat Brewery in Le Cateau:
- Pork cheek carbonade with VIVAT
- Chicory crème brûlée
- VIVAT beer
- Coffee
Included in this package
Starting from €203 per person based on 25 participants in a double room
Included in this package:
- Welcome coffee on day 1 + guided tours + entry fees to sites + overnight stay with half-board + lunches (main course, dessert, coffee, drinks)
- Free driver accommodation for groups of 25 paying participants
Not included:
- Kir supplement, transport, insurance, overtime, drinks during half-board
Cambrai in the Great War
A day visit to WW1 sites
Visit to Cambrai Tank 1917 in Flesquières
Descend into this sober and refined setting to the depths of Deborah. During your visit, learn the fascinating story of the Battle of Cambrai and feel the tragic and moving history of the tank crew. Numerous films and documents will illustrate your journey.
Duration: one hour
Following in the footsteps of Wilfred Owen
Trace Owen’s path across the territory with this guided itinerary between woods and canal. You will pass through the village of Ors and the communal cemetery where the soldier’s grave is located. This is also an opportunity to visit the Wilfred Owen House and reflect on the work of this poet, who died in 1918 on the Sambre Canal. It was from the cellar of this house that he wrote his last letter to his mother. It is a place of art, history, and contemplation.
Duration: 3 hours
Menu
Picnic-style meal at the Forest House
Price: from €30 per person based on 25 students
Accommodation available at the Forest House from April to November (36-bed capacity, please consult us)
Included in this package
Price: from €30 per person based on 25 people
This price includes:
- Entry fees
- Guided tours (available in English upon request)
- Picnic: sandwich, drink, dessert
This price does not include:
- Personal expenses
- Insurance
- Transport
Audrey Avinée
Group Sales Manager
With over 20 years of experience in tourism, Audrey Avinée is your dedicated contact for group visits to Cambrai. Fluent in English, Audrey specializes in creating unique, tailor-made group experiences. Whether you’re planning a historical tour or a cultural getaway, Audrey is here to ensure your group has a seamless and memorable visit.
+ 33 (0)6 88 69 23 10
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Let’s Create Your Perfect Package Together
At Cambrai Tourism, we believe every group is unique. That’s why we encourage you to work with us to design your custom group package. From historical tours to culinary experiences, we’ll help you craft the ideal itinerary that suits your group’s needs and interests. Contact us to start planning a personalized visit tailored to your preferences!