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Private WW1 Canadian focused Tour including Vimy Ridge
(23) Reviews
Givenchy-en-Gohelle
About
From the towns of Arras or Albert we head out to the war scarred landscape of this region. The morning will be spent exploring the Battle of the Somme. After lunch we head to Vimy Ridge and the ground over which Canadian troops demonstrated their tenacity and courage during the capture of this strategically important feature.
Your experienced guide will tell you the history and how the war unfolded over these sections of the Western Front.
We only operate private tours, this will be your tour and adapted as necessary to meet your needs during the time. If you have any special sites, such as areas that involved your relatives, please ask as we are keen to adapt the tour specifically for you...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Place du Général de Gaulle
Meet outside the doors to the station
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Travel time and Lunch stop are included in the tour duration.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Private WW1 Canadian focused Tour including Vimy Ridge
(23) Reviews
Givenchy-en-Gohelle
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About
From the towns of Arras or Albert we head out to the war scarred landscape of this region. The morning will be spent exploring the Battle of the Somme. After lunch we head to Vimy Ridge and the ground over which Canadian troops demonstrated their tenacity and courage during the capture of this strategically important feature.
Your experienced guide will tell you the history and how the war unfolded over these sections of the Western Front.
We only operate private tours, this will be your tour and adapted as necessary to meet your needs during the time. If you have any special sites, such as areas that involved your relatives, please ask as we are keen to adapt the tour specifically for you...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Place du Général de Gaulle
Meet outside the doors to the station
Return
Itinerary
1
Canadian National Vimy Memorial
You will have a guided visit and time to pay your respects at the stunning WW1 Canadian Memorial to the Missing whilst you learn about the actions that took place here in 1917.
The tour also takes in the visitors centre with its tunnel and trench experience
3 hours
2
Cimetiere du Cabaret Rouge
Here you will see the original grave site of the Canadian Unknown Soldier, along with the last resting place of thousands of his comrades.
Afterwards we will also take time to stop at the nearby Neuville St Vaast German cemetery.
45 minutes
3
Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial
Walk in the footsteps of the soldiers through the preserved trenches. Learn about how the battle unfolded for the Newfoundland Regiment on that tragic day in 1916.
1 hour
4
Adanac Military Cemetery
Learn about the work of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and pay your respects to the fallen.
30 minutes
5
Courcelette Canadian Memorial
Stand on the ground of the Canadian memorial while your guide explains the actions undertaken here by the Canadian forces in 1916.
30 minutes
6
Tank Corps Memorial
Tanks were born in WW1. Visit the memorial to see the ground where it began.
15 minutes
7
Lochnagar Crater
Visit the largest crater caused by man in anger. More of the Battle of the Somme will unfold as you walk this scarred landscape.
