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From Vimy to Juno: History of Canada in the World Wars

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10 or 12 days

Berlin, Amsterdam Region, Vimy Region, Normandy Region, Paris, with extension to London | HCW


Set foot on the European battlefields where Canadian soldiers built their heroic reputation on the world stage. Study key sites across these regions, including the Vimy Memorial, which remind us of the massive costs of the two World Wars. At the Juno Beach Centre, take part in immersive activities and unique experiences exclusive to EF travellers that complement and build upon your pre-tour programming.

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Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany

Day 2: Berlin

Meet your Tour Director at your destination

Day 3: Berlin

Take a guided tour of Berlin

With your expert local guide you will see:

  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Kurfürstendamm
  • Remains of the Berlin Wall

Take a guided visit of the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Site 

Participate in a panel discussion about the Cold War

Day 4: Berlin | Amsterdam Region

Board a day train to Arnhem Region

Visit the Groesbeek Canadian War Cemetery

Visit the Freedom Museum

Learn about the liberation of the Dutch people during the Second World War at the Freedom Museum.

Day 5: Amsterdam Region

Enjoy an audio-guided boat ride through Amsterdam's iconic canals 

Visit the Anne Frank House

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Volendam and Zaanse Schans

Volendam and Zaanse Schans

Explore the heart of the Dutch countryside on this half-day excursion! Visit the picturesque fishing village of Volendam and the living and working neighbourhood of Zaanse Schans, re-created to look like an old Dutch village. Make your way down the winding, cobblestone streets past charming shops and crooked houses. Enjoy cheese- and clog-making demonstrations as well as a visit to a windmill.

Day 6: Amsterdam Region | Ypres | Lille Region

Travel to the Lille Region via Ypres

Visit Essex Farm Cemetery 

Visit the In Flanders Fields Museum to learn more about the West Flanders Front during the First World War

Attend the Last Post ceremony at Menin Gate

Day 7: Lille Region | Normandy Region

Visit the Vimy Ridge Historic Site and stand by the Vimy Memorial

Visit the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial

Day 8: Normandy Region | Paris

Visit the Juno Beach Centre

Photo Stop in Arromanches

Visit the Bény-Sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery

Travel to Paris

Day 9: Paris

Take a guided tour of Paris

With your expert local guide you will see:

  • Place de la Concorde
  • Champs-Élysées
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Les Invalides
  • Eiffel Tower

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Versailles

Versailles

Enjoy an excursion to the grand palace of Versailles, where Louis XIV held court in the most lavish style imaginable. On a tour, stroll through the elegantly landscaped gardens, the historic Hall of Mirrors, and the ornately decorated State Apartments. Note: Versailles is closed on Mondays.

Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral

Day 10: Depart for home


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Day 10: Paris | London

Travel by Eurostar train to London

Take a Canadian-focused walking tour of London

See Canada House

Day 11: London

Take a guided tour of London

With your expert local guide you will see:

  • Big Ben and Houses of Parliament
  • Piccadilly Circus
  • St. Paul’s Cathedral
  • Westminster Abbey
  • Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace (if scheduled)

Visit the Churchill War Rooms or HMS Belfast

Day 12: Depart for home



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This all-inclusive global experience gives students the chance to explore the world–all at an unbeatable value.

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Full-time History Tour Director
Historic Commemoration
Expert Local Guides
Personalized Learning Support
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24-hour Emergency Service

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