Enjoy the famed City of Lights with your student group. Explore Montmatre, the Eiffel Tower, and the world’s most famous museum, the Louvre.
Belgium & France Battlefield
During the First and Second World Wars, Canada "came of age" in world affairs. This exclusive tour highlights some of the major sites such as The Battle of the Somme including Beaumont Hamel, Ypres, Vimy Ridge, Dieppe, Canadian military cemeteries and the D-Day invasion (including Juno Beach, Pegasus Bridge and Omaha Beach). While in Normandy, stay in the 18th century Chateau du Molay, near Bayeux. This was used by the German High Command during the War. Conclude your tour with three incredible days in Paris and a day trip to Chateau de Versailles.
Normandy and Chateau du Molay
A cultural hub in Northern France, Normandy is also home to historic villages, beautiful Norman Castles, and the infamous battle sites on the region’s beaches. Make sure to also explore the beautiful wooded grounds of the nearby estate, Chateau du Molay.
Brussels
The capital of Belgium is Brussels. With the Town Hall dating back as far as 1402, the history and culture of this magnificent city is truly awe-inspiring. Also enjoy sites such as the Grand Place, The Royal Palace and The Cathedral of Saints Michael and Gudula.
Day 1
• Board your overnight flight to Brussels
Day 2
• Arrive in Brussels
• Guided Tour of Brussels with local guide – Experience some of the amazing sites and sounds that Brussels has to offer!
Day 3
• Transfer to Ypres - This city was home to some of the most remarkable battles of the First World War
• Essex Farm Cemetery - The site that inspired Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae to write his famous poem “In Flanders Fields”
• Flanders Fields Museum – This museum showcases some of the most prevalent events of WWI
• Tyne Cot British Cemetery - This cemetery sits on top of the land that acted as a stage for one of the deadliest battles in history
• Sanctuary Wood Museum and the German Cemetery at Langemark - The informative Sanctuary Wood Museum pairs with the German Cemetery at Langemark to provide you with a different perspective on WWI
• Attend the Last Post at the Menin Memorial Gate - This stirring memorial bears the names of the 54,896 British soldiers who were killed on August 16th, 1917
Day 4
• Vimy Ridge - This historic site, situated just across the borders of Belgium and France, was the location of perhaps the most notable victory in Canada's military history
• Beaumont Hamel Newfoundland Memorial Park - This site provides you with a tour of the infamous trenches that defined combat in WWI
• Lunch at the Ocean Villas Tea Rooms
• Thiepval Memorial - The largest British war memorial in the world
• Transfer to Bayeaux
Day 5
• Tour of the D-Day Beaches - Featuring the Sword, Juno and Gold Beaches
• Visit Pegasus Bridge and the new museum which tell the story of the 6th (Airborne) Division on the June 6th, 1944, the day known as D-Day
• Juno Beach Centre and exhibits at Courseulles-sur-Mer - The only significant Canadian memorial that marks our World War II achievements
• Bény-sur-Mer Canadian Military Cemetery - This cemetery predominantly holds Canadian soldiers killed during the early stages of the Battle of Normandy in WWII
Day 6
• Longues-sur-mer – Visit the guns overlooking the ocean from a 65 meter high cliff
• American Cemetery and Memorial – This site honours all American soldiers who died in Europe during WWII
• Pointe due Hoc Ranger Monument – Erected by the French to honour the American Second Ranger Battalion during WWII
• La Cambe – A military cemetery containing over 21,000 German personnel of WWII
• Leisure Time in Bayeux - Enjoy the sights and sounds of Bayeaux, or to relax at your beautiful accommodation at the Chateau du Molay
Day 7
• Transfer to Paris
• Guided Tour of Paris - Experience highlights such as Pont-Neuf, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe, Chaillot Palace, Eiffel Tower and L’Opera
• Evening Visit to the Eiffel Tower - Use the Metro to Bir Hakiem station and disembark at the base of the Eiffel Tower
Day 8
• Chateau de Versailles – Take the RER to visit this beautiful 17th century palace and its surrounding gardens
• Cruise on the River Seine - Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the River Seine on the famous Bateaux Mouches
• Explore Paris at your own pace
Day 9
• Leisure Time in Paris - Today is yours to experience! Feel free to re-visit your favourite areas of the city, take in a piece of authentic French culture and explore the local corners of Paris off the beaten path
Day 10
• Depart for your return flight home
