Vimy 2027: Paris & the Vimy Region
France was nearly ruined after the First World War. The country’s economy, manpower, and agricultural land were mostly destroyed. Then, a mere 21 years later, the Allies declared war on Nazi Germany. Take a deep dive into the complex history of France during the World Wars and the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Walk the same streets in Paris that were occupied by German forces and fought for by the French resistance. Follow the rows of grave markers in the Essex Farm Cemetery. Then, your journey culminates at Vimy Ridge, where you’ll see the towering memorial—a tribute to 3,598 fallen Canadians.
Set departure date: April 7, 2027. Space is limited.
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Day 1: Board your overnight flight to Paris
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Day 2: Paris | Vimy region
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTravel to the Vimy Region
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Day 3: Vimy region
Join fellow Canadians for the 110th anniversary ceremonies celebrating Canada’s victory at Vimy Ridge. Spend some time exploring the site where Canadian history was made on April 9, 1917. Discover the secret behind the sheep that graze the fields and admire the profoundly moving Canadian National Vimy Memorial.
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Day 4: Vimy region | Paris
Take a walking tour of Arras
Visit the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial
Travel to Paris, the City of Light
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Day 5: 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
Add this in-depth excursion:
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.
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Day 6: Paris
Visit Les Invalides
Take a walking tour of Paris
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Add this in-depth excursion:
Seine River Cruise
Board a boat and float along Paris’ main waterway, where you’ll see the city’s most notable landmarks from a new perspective.
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Day 7: Depart for Home
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Day 1: Board your overnight flight to Paris
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Day 2: Paris | Vimy region
Meet your Tour Director at your destinationTravel to the Vimy Region
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Day 3: Vimy region
Join fellow Canadians for the 110th anniversary ceremonies celebrating Canada’s victory at Vimy Ridge. Spend some time exploring the site where Canadian history was made on April 9, 1917. Discover the secret behind the sheep that graze the fields and admire the profoundly moving Canadian National Vimy Memorial.
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Day 4: Vimy region | Paris
Take a walking tour of Arras
Visit the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial
Travel to Paris, the City of Light
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Day 5: 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
Add this in-depth excursion:
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.
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Day 6: Paris
Visit Les Invalides
Take a walking tour of Paris
Catch a glimpse of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Add this in-depth excursion:
Seine River Cruise
Board a boat and float along Paris’ main waterway, where you’ll see the city’s most notable landmarks from a new perspective.
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Day 7: Depart for Home
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