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Full Day Private Canadian Battlefields Tour from Arras

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Full Day Private Canadian Battlefields Tour from Arras Image 1
Cabaret Rouge CWGC
Arras Squares
View from Vimy Memorial
Victorious Canadians
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8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

The Canadian victory at Vimy Ridge has been known for being the marker of Canadian nationhood and identity; but what events led to this battle and what makes it such a special battle? Who were those soldiers and what was their daily lives like? In this 8 hours tour, we will talk about many aspects of WW1 and, in particular the CEF. This is a personalized tour where we accept only three people at a time. This allows for flexibility, should you need to pay your respect on your relative's grave or visit a particular place. Just let us know and we will do our best to assist you!

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
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Place du Maréchal Foch
62000 Arras, France

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Arras

Arras is blessed with a very rich architectural heritage as its two Flemish Baroque style squares : « La Place des Heroes » and « La Grand Place » will confirm. It is also a place full of history going from Roman times and across the centuries. During the hour long visit the guide will tell you some of its story walking along its paved street
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cimetiere du Cabaret Rouge

Cabaret-Rouge British Cemetery was established near the site of a small café called Cabaret Rouge used by soldiers in the early days of the First World war. It contains 7,655 Commonwealth burials from WWI from 100 other cemeteries and WWII. On the 25th of May 2000, the CWGC exhumed the remains of an unidentified Canadian Soldier. His ashes were returned to Canada and laid to rest at the foot of the National War Memorial in Ottawa.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Necropole Nationale Francaise de Notre-Dame de Lorette

There is a legend that says that in any war whoever wins will be the army that captures the range of the hills where Notre Dame de Lorette stands. At 165 meters high and overlooking the whole of the Douai plain, Notre Dame de Lorette is the largest French military cemetery in the world and is the resting place of over 40,000 soldiers who died in action in 1914 and 1915 in the battles of Artois. This site also includes the beautiful Neo-Byzantine Basilica Notre Dame de Lorette, the lantern tower, and seven ossuaries.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Canadian National Vimy Memorial

The first Canadian troops arrived in France in December 1914 in the largest convoy ever to cross the Atlantic. Respected and feared by the ennemy their courage led to Victory in the Battle of Vimy Ridge which later became the marker of Canadian nationhood and identity.In this tour we will visit the «Canadian National Vimy Memorial» and the battlefield on which it stands. Walk in the trenches, use one of the tunnels dug before the battle and see what happened here between the 9th and 12th of April 1917.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Ablain-Saint-Nazaire

L'Estaminet de Lorette We will have an hour for lunch in this very quirky place by Notre Dame de Lorette
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Courcelette Canadian Memorial

This memorial commemorates the Canadian soldiers who fought during the Battle of the Somme in 1916. It is on this ground that the Canadians suffered their worst casualties in France, with a staggering 24,000 casualties during the Battle of Flers-Courcelette. This is also when we saw tanks on a battlefield for the first time. During our time here, your guide will give you the details of this battle and put it into the context of the Battle of the Somme.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial

The Newfoundland Memorial Park is the largest battlefield site in the Somme and a memorial dedicated to all Newfoundlanders who served during the First World War. The Battle of the Somme was the first major engagement of the regiment where they suffered staggering losses on the 1st of July 1916. Your guide will describe their action on that fateful day The ground, purchased in 1921 by the women of Newfoundland and their government, has become the symbol of sacrifice and a source of identity for the island.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full Day Private Canadian Battlefields Tour from Arras?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full Day Private Canadian Battlefields Tour from Arras?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Full Day Private Canadian Battlefields Tour from Arras is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Full Day Private Canadian Battlefields Tour from Arras will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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