When planning travel there are always certain unknowns.  Taking a chance on booking a tour guide is one of those unknowns.  However, it is with the utmost confidence and support that I write this review concerning Cecil Graf and his work in the area at Verdun, France.  He promptly arrived at the arranged time and location fully prepared with maps and explanations to ensure our needs were met.  His working knowledge of the area is extensive, and he provided deep coverage of this most historic location that both an expert (my husband) and a novice (me) could appreciate.  He was enjoyable to be around, willing to listen, looked for ways to enhance our day together, and was all-around a fantastic guide.  I encourage anyone interested in this historic location to consider booking time with Cecil.  You will NOT be disappointed.  He works to continuously add to his knowledge thus providing more information to his clients.  This event was not only informational, but also enjoyable, and Cecil had a great deal to do with it.     

This tour was exceptional for both those familiar with the conflict and those with a vague understanding. Cecil was very knowledgeable and could go deep into many areas.

The tour is non-stop but tailored to your interest and physical abilities. The trenches and monuments require some ability to manover. But it’s doable.

Cecil was spirited and engaging. Also fun to listen to his views on France’s culture and history. 

We enjoyed the trip it exceeded our expectations.

Wow, there was so much to see and do around the Verdun battlefields.  I am so very glad we took the tour as we saw much more than we would have on our own and some of the sights wouldn't have been understandable without an experience guide.  I especially was fascinated by Vauquois  & would never have realized how much of the hillside was exploded from mines so that the hill was almost cut in half by the two sides digging through the hillside and emplacing bombs!  

My family of 4 (husband and 2 adult children) spent a cold December day w Cecil and I’m so glad we did.  He picked us up at the Meuse train stop and dropped us there  at the end of a busy day. We tramped around the site at Vauquois where soldiers on both sides camped in trenches for months.  We went to the German Cemetery; the  American Cemetery which had a very informative small museum; a Verdun fort site; the affecting Ossuary of Douaumont, and more.  We had a lovely lunch.  It simply would not have been possible to do this on our own in one day.   Cecil drove us on country roads,  to many small sites,  determined to show  us as much as possible, despite the weather.  He shared  his rich knowledge of battles, strategy, historical context, and impact of the war on French citizens. We enjoyed his company immensely.  It was a moving day for us and we will never forget our special Cecil.  

Cecil was a wonderful guide.  He took us to many different battle sites and put you in the shoes of the soldiers that fought in them.  He was informative, knowledgeable, entertaining, and went above and beyond the call of duty.