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United Kingdom to Vimy Ridge
- LONDON - BLETCHLEY - PORTSMOUTH- NORMANDY
DIEPPE - ARRAS - YPRES-BELGIUM
VIMY
RIDGE
110
APRIL 2 - APRIL 11 2027
REGISTRATION OPEN
10 Days / 9 Nights
Start Date: April 2rd 2027
End Date: April 11th 2027
Start: London, England
Ends: Brussels, Belgium
Group Size: 28-32
Physical Activity Level: As with all our tours, the focus is on experiencing the battlefields firsthand. While we do include select museum visits, much of our time is spent outdoors, often walking on sandy beaches, grassy fields, and cobblestone streets. Please be prepared for a moderate amount of walking throughout the tour.
If you use a wheelchair or have mobility concerns, we kindly ask that you review our Wheelchair Policy in advance.
Normandy and the sacred fields of France and Belgium, culminating in the 110th Anniversary Commemoration of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Designed for those seeking a deeper understanding of Canada’s role in the First and Second World Wars, this tour combines expert-led interpretation, meaningful memorials, and moments of reflection at some of the most significant sites in modern history.
The journey begins in the United Kingdom, where Canada’s wartime connections are explored through visits to Windsor, Runnymede, and London’s Blitz-era landmarks. Guests gain insight into intelligence and innovation at Bletchley Park, the secret home of the Enigma codebreakers, and honour Canadian service at Brookwood Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery and Aldershot’s Canadian military heritage.
Crossing the Channel to Normandy, the tour focuses on Canada’s pivotal role on D-Day and in the weeks that followed. Highlights include the Juno Beach Centre, Bény-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, Verrières Ridge, the Abbaye d’Ardenne, and key coastal defenses and landing sites, alongside a powerful visit to Omaha Beach.
From Normandy, the tour turns to one of Canada’s most tragic chapters at Dieppe, walking the beaches and cemeteries that bear witness to the heavy losses of August 19, 1942. The journey then continues into northern France for a once-in-a-generation experience: participation in the official 110th Anniversary ceremonies at the Vimy Ridge Memorial, a defining moment in Canada’s national story.
The final days are spent on the Somme and in Flanders, exploring Beaumont-Hamel, Thiepval, Lochnagar Crater, Hill 70, and the battlefields of the Ypres Salient. The tour concludes with a deeply moving evening at the Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate, a daily act of remembrance that has honored the missing since 1928.
Throughout the program, guests benefit from expert battlefield interpretation, carefully paced travel, and accommodations located close to key historical sites. This is not simply a tour—it is a meaningful act of remembrance, education, and connection to Canada’s military legacy.
Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme
A century after one of the First World War’s most devastating battles, we honour the courage and sacrifice of those who fought—especially the Royal Newfoundland Regiment—through a reflective journey across the historic landscapes of the Western Front.
110th Anniversary
YOUR TOUR INCLUSIONS:
Accommodations in Superior Tourist Class Hotels throughout (3-4*)
All Entrances as per your Itinerary
Full-Time Tour Manager & Escort
Transportation in fully air-conditioned, ozone filtered executive coach with washroom
Meal Inclusions
9 Breakfasts
1 Lunch
7 Dinners
Online Custom Map Kit, Tour Resource & Info Guide
All service fees, surcharges, fees, and departure taxes
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
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Windsor & Runnymede Explore the royal town and visit the Commonwealth Air Forces Memorial and the historic site of the Magna Carta.
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Imperial War Museum (London) Insightful exhibits on both World Wars, the Blitz, and wartime London.
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Bletchley Park Guided tour of the famed WWII codebreaking centre.
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Brookwood Military Cemetery & Aldershot Museum Honouring Canadian soldiers who served and trained in England.
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Portsmouth D-Day Museum Learn about the Allied embarkation for Normandy with an optional visit to the historic shipyard.
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Normandy Landings Walk Juno Beach, visit the Juno Beach Centre, Beny-sur-Mer Cemetery, and key Canadian landmarks including the Queens’ Own Rifles House.
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Arromanches & Omaha Beach Understand the scale and sacrifice of D-Day from both Canadian and American perspectives.
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Dieppe Raid Sites Visit Blue Beach, Green Beach, and the Dieppe Canadian War Cemetery to reflect on Canada’s darkest day of WWII.
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Beaumont-Hamel & The Somme Discover the legacy of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment and visit the Thiepval Memorial and Lochnagar Crater.
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Vimy Ridge – 110th Anniversary – Attend the official commemoration ceremonies at the Vimy Memorial
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Ypres & the Salient Visit Essex Farm, Tyne Cot Cemetery, Passchendaele, Langemark, and Hill 62.
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Last Post Ceremony at Menin Gate Witness the poignant daily tribute to the missing of the Great War in the heart of Ypres.
TOUR EXCLUSIONS:
Airfare - this is a tour only itinerary (we are happy to arrange airfare for you) Transfers Lunches (L), + and drinks with dinner Gratuities owed to tour staff (may we suggest 5EUR per person, per day) Porterage (luggage handling to your room available upon request) Travel Insurance (link provided to our trusted insurance partner)
Thinking about arranging your travels even further?
Contact us at info@thebattlefieldtours.com
& we will happily provide suggestions to enhance your experience!
Pricing
$ 5036 CAD
$ 5963 CAD
Land only - per person, based on double occupancy
Land Only - Solo Traveler
TOUR PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Initial Deposit: $500, (which is non-refundable) to guarantee your space is due immediately
Your Remaining Balance: Due 60 days prior to departure: February 1st 2027
Itinerary
Day 1 | Friday April 2nd | Arrival in the United Kingdom
Upon arrival, we’ll begin with a brief visit to historic Windsor, including stops at the Commonwealth Air Forces Memorial and Runnymede—the site where the Magna Carta was signed—before continuing on to our hotel for a Welcome Dinner.
Overnight: London
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 2 | Saturday April 3rd | London and Bletchley
Today begins with an orientation tour of London, including key sites from the Blitz and wartime London. We’ll then visit the Imperial War Museum, followed by a short journey to Bletchley Park, where a guided tour brings to life the once-secret home of the Enigma codebreakers—now a fascinating and dynamic heritage site.
Overnight: London
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 3 | Sunday April 4th | London to Portsmouth
This morning, we will visit Brookwood Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery, the only burial site in England for Canadian military personnel who lost their lives in England and France. From there, we continue to the Aldershot Military Museum, housed in the last remaining Canadian barrack room and featuring compelling exhibits from both World Wars. Our day concludes in Portsmouth with a visit to the D-Day Story Museum, with the option to explore the Historic Dockyard.
Overnight: Portsmouth
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 | Monday April 5th | Arrival in France to Normandy
We begin the day with an early morning cross-Channel crossing to Normandy. Upon arrival, we will visit the Canadian Memorial Garden at the Abbaye d'Ardenne and continue onto Verrières Ridge, where the Black Watch endured heavy losses during “Operation Spring.” We then head to our hotel to unwind and relax after the day’s journey.
Overnight: Juno Beach
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 | Tuesday April 6th | Normandy Beaches
We begin today at the Juno Beach Centre, followed by a visit to the Bény-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery. From there, we explore key sites along the Juno sector, including the Queen’s Own Rifles House—the first home liberated by Canadian forces on June 6th, 1944. We then visit La Chaos, a remarkably well-preserved German offshore battery, before continuing to the remains of the Mulberry Harbours at Arromanches. Our day concludes at Omaha Beach, where we’ll reflect on the immense challenges faced by American forces during the D-Day landings on what became known as "Bloody Omaha."
Overnight: Juno Beach
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 | Wednesday April 7th | Dieppe
Bidding farewell to Lower Normandy, we turn our attention from the Second World War to one of its most tragic chapters as we journey to the French coastal town of Dieppe. Our first stop is Blue Beach at Puys, where the cliff-top gun emplacements played a devastating role in the heavy Canadian losses on August 19, 1942. We then visit the Dieppe Canadian Cemetery before heading to Green Beach at Pourville and the main landing sites of Red and White Beaches along the Dieppe seafront. Later, we travel on to Arras for hotel check-in, dinner, and an overnight stay.
Overnight: Arras
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 8 | Thursday April 8th | Somme
We’ll spend the day exploring the Somme, starting with a visit to the Memorial to the Missing at Thiepval and then the preserved battlefield park at Beaumont Hamel, dedicated to the Royal Newfoundland & Labrador Regiment, who suffered heavy losses on that first day of battle. After a locally made picnic lunch at the Old Blighty Café, we’ll continue to the Lochnagar Crater, one of the largest on the Western Front. We then travel north to Hill 70 and visit to the memorial dedicated in 2017 for the 100th Anniversary.
Overnight: Ypres
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 | Friday April 9th | Vimmy 110th Anniversary
Today is dedicated to attending the 110th Anniversary of the Official Commemoration Ceremonies at the Vimy Memorial. Further information and attendance registration to follow. We will have a picnic lunch prepared for you. Our day concludes back in Arras, where you’ll have time to explore and enjoy dinner at a unique restaurant with a special surprise.
Overnight: Arras
Meals Included: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner
Day 9 | Saturday April 10th | In Flanders Fields
Today we explore the battlefields of the Ypres Salient. We begin with a visit to Essex Farm, where John McCrae penned the iconic poem “In Flanders Fields.” From there, we travel north to Tyne Cot Commonwealth Cemetery—the largest Commonwealth cemetery from any conflict in the world. Our tour continues with a focus on the Battle of Passchendaele, including stops at the Crest Farm Memorial in Passchendaele. We then visit the German Cemetery at Langemark and the ‘Brooding Soldier’ monument at St. Julien, commemorating the first gas attacks on the 1st Canadian Corps in 1915. Further highlights include the Hooge Crater and Hill 62, a preserved section of the original battlefield and part of the Canadian Front Line. We conclude our day in the medieval city of Ypres, known as the ‘City of Peace.’ Tonight at 8 PM, we’ll attend the iconic Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate Memorial to the Missing, led by the Ieper Fire Department and the Last Post Association. This moving daily tribute is one of the most memorable acts of remembrance on our tour. After the ceremony, we’ll return to the hotel to prepare for tomorrow’s departure.
Overnight: Ypres
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10 | Sunday April 11th | Depart Brussels
After breakfast we will transfer to Brussels international airport for your return flight home.
While every effort is made to operate the itinerary as planned, minor changes may occur before departure or during the tour in response to local conditions or operational needs.
LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE
Flights
Our team is happy to arrange your flight itinerary. We work closely with all major airlines and will find you the best fit and cost for your tour. Whether you are planing to arrive early to your destination and explore a pre tour or extending your trip we have you covered! Hotels, sight seeing entrances & airport transfers...we do it all for you so your journey is as smooth as possible.
Hotels United Kingdom to Vimy Ridge
London
Holiday Inn Kensington High Street
The stylish Holiday Inn London Kensington High Street is located in a quiet spot close to the shops of Kensington High Street just a few minutes walk from the nearest tube underground station. Following an extensive multi million pound refurbishment the hotel offers 706 modern guest rooms all equipped with high speed WiFi Internet connection along with a host of other modern amenities and features stylishly and thoughtfully designed, Located in the back of the hotel a stunning private garden awaits you. Or enjoy our Health Club which has a full length swimming pool Whirlpool sauna steam room treatment rooms and a fully equipped gym. Kensington Health Club and Spa provides a great contrast from the hustle and bustle of the city by providing our guests with a luxurious tranquil retreat. We can provide you with an escape from the stress of everyday life and give you your own space where you can listen to your body and indulge accordingly in the great facilities it has to offer. Swimming pool and gym are complimentary and Spa packages are available.
London, United Kingdom
★★★★ // Superior Tourist
Portsmouth
ibis Portsmouth Centre
ibis Portsmouth Centre is a welcoming, affordable hotel in Portsmouth city centre. Find everything you need in our comfortable, clean rooms, and enjoy Portsmouth knowing that our attentive, knowledgeable staff have everything covered for you. Relax in our hotel's convivial vibe, whether you're unwinding in our vibrant bar and restaurant or connecting with fellow travellers over a game of pool. We're environmentally certified, with private on-site parking and charging points for electric vehicles. Our central Portsmouth hotel is right next to the University of Portsmouth and close to many of the city's great restaurants and bars. We're only a short walk to the Spinnaker Tower, which overlooks the harbour and the Gunwharf Quays shopping complex. Step back in time at the Mary Rose Museum, then marvel at Nelson's flagship, HMS Victory. Fancy a stroll along the seafront? We're a 10-minute drive from sprawling Southsea Beach, where you can also explore Southsea Castle and the Blue Reef Aquarium. Our prime spot in the beautiful city of Portsmouth puts guests within easy reach of popular annual events including Goodwood Festival of Speed at Goodwood House, the Great South Run and the Victorious music festival.
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
★★★★ // Superior Tourist
Caen
ibis Caen Centre
Located in the heart of Caen city center, opposite the marina, the Ibis Caen Centre hotel is the ideal starting point for visiting the D-Day sites and the Caen Memorial. This air-conditioned establishment inspires a peaceful atmosphere by offering modern, comfortable rooms and a fitness room. Relax with a drink in our lounge bar. Whether you're traveling on business or just looking for a few days of relaxation, this Ibis hotel is perfect. The Ibis Caen Centre hotel enjoys an ideal location in the heart of William the Conqueror's city. The city of Caen has inherited an exceptional heritage: the Men's Abbey, the Women's Abbey, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Château in the heart of the city, the Vaugueux district, and the Peace Memorial. Caen is located a few kilometers from the coast, the D-Day landing beaches, the Bessin region, the Suisse Normande region, the Pays d'Auge, and the famous seaside resorts of Deauville and Cabourg. From the ibis Caen Centre hotel, easy access by bus or tram to: the Palais des Sports Caen la mer, the Michel d'Ornano stadium, the Zénith de Caen, the Le Cargö concert hall, the Hippodrome de Caen and the Stade Nautique Eugène Mäes.
Caen, France
★★★ // Superior Tourist
Port-en-Bessin
ibis Bayeux Port en Bessin
Entirely renovated in 2024, the ibis Bayeux Port-en-Bessin hotel welcomes you 24 hours in its 62 air-conditioned rooms equipped with WIFI and a 43 inch TV with built-in Chromecast. Whether alone or in a group, enjoy breakfast in a spacious and warm space. You can relax in our stylish bar in the evening. Make use of the filtered water fountain and our sports channels. Opposite Port-en-Bessin's fishing port, the hotel's location means guests can enjoy this typical French village. Restaurants within walking distance. An ideal starting point on the maritime cycling route. We are only 6 miles from various D-Day sites such as Omaha Beach, Colleville's American Cemetery and Pointe du Hoc. The medieval streets of Bayeux, its cathedral and famous tapestry are 5 miles away. At the heart of the fishing village, near to the D-Day beaches, a short walk from the Omaha Beach golf course.
Port-en-Bessin, France
★★★ // Superior Tourist