Canadian History

Peer inside the war rooms where Winston Churchill lived and worked during the WWII air raids on London. Then, trace the history and influence of modern war at the Imperial War Museum. Journey across the Channel to France and visit the Canadian monument at Vimy Ridge, and walk along the dazzling beaches of Normandy to commemorate fallen Canadian troops.

Learn how Canadian forces led the liberation of the Netherlands during World War II at the National Liberation Museum in Amsterdam, while exploring the hardships of its citizens during the German occupation of the country. In France, visit the beaches of Normandy to commemorate the fallen troops of Canada’s first regiment, and enjoy the culture of Paris while considering the historical impact of war upon the city.

Spend a few days walking through the streets of Paris, soaking in the magnificent artistic masterpieces, historical sites and culinary delicacies of the “City of Lights.” Then journey across France to see the monument at Vimy Ridge honouring Canadian troops. To finish off the trip with a bang, head to Normandy for the official D-Day 70th Anniversary event.

Grand boulevards, café culture and the Louvre are among the plethora of sites and experiences you’ll take in on a circuit of renowned Paris monuments. Next, head to Normandy to study ingenious military engineering and war history as you traverse battle sites including the legendary Vimy Ridge. Spend the last days in Canterbury and London where you’ll step foot in the WWII cabinet war rooms of Winston Churchill.

Discover the glittering monuments of Paris, head to Belgium to visit the “In Flanders Fields” museum and many WWI battle sites where Canadian troops fought valiantly, then it’s back to France to visit the famous D-Day beaches and the Arromanches Museum.

Walk in the footsteps of the Canadian WWII soldiers who fought gallantly for their countries and visit the sites where some of the most famous battles of the Italian front took place.

In Amsterdam, visit the attic Anne Frank called home for two years before being deported to Auschwitz, and learn about the Canadian efforts during WWII at the National Liberation Museum. Then journey through Flanders to France, and discover how the Royal Regiment of Canada lost about 80% of its troops during the Dieppe disaster. Last but not least, visit Normandy and walk along Juno Beach, stopping to visit the museum dedicated solely to chronicling Canada’s extensive role in WWII.

Float down Venice’s iconic canals, dine on traditional Florentine pizza, then experience the cultural and historical significance of the Battle of Ortona through a private remembrance ceremony and a visit to the War Museum. Finish in Rome with a tour of the Vatican, a trattoria dinner and more.