Canadian WWI Battlefield Tour

Royal Newfoundland Regiment “Trail of the Caribou”

Take a pilgrimage back in time and follow in the footsteps of our Canadian soldiers, who left their mark of service and sacrifice in the pursuit of democracy & freedom a century ago.

This truly unique and special tour will visit the Canadian battlefields of The Great War, with a focus on the Battle of the Somme 100th anniversary commemoration events at Beaumont-Hamel in northern France, site of the historic battle of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment. The tour includes the "Trail of the Caribou", visits to all five monuments dedicated to the Royal Newfoundland Regiment in France and Belgium, and features a focus on Canada and her contribution to The Great War including Vimy Ridge and Passchendaele.

You’ll stay at quality hotels throughout, selected for their great location and service. And you’ll be part of a typically all-Canadian group.

Join us for this historic, unforgettable 12-day journey.

$4190

Land Only, based on Double Occupancy,includes all Taxes and Gratuities!

Beaumont-Hamel Gueudecourt Masnières Monchy-le-Preux Kortrijk Ypres SalientVimy Ridge Passchendaele Courcelette

Mons Fromelles Messines and much more!

Battle of the Somme 100th Anniversary

June 28 to July 9, 201612 Days!

“Thank you for the trip of a lifetime. I have been on many tours and this was the best in every respect.” -Anne D., Winnipeg MB

“I had the honour of travelling on the 2014 tour, I know what lies ahead for future guests ... and I am jealous! Given the

chance I would do it all over again.” -Jeffery S., Calgary AB

“The most amazing 16 days of my life.” -Brock W., Orillia ON

PARIS

Reims

Ieper (Ypres)

Lille 3

St. Quentin 3

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NETHERLANDS

FRANCE

UNITEDKINGDOM

BELGIUM

Day 7 - Monday July 4A visit to the Newfoundland Caribou Monument at Monchy-le-Preux, followed by a tour of the Wellington Tunnels and a visit to Fromelles. A stop at the Arras Memorial. Overnight Novotel Lille Centre Grand Place. Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 8 - Tuesday July 5We visit the city of Mons, followed by time at the St. Symphorien Cemetery. Overnight Novotel Lille Centre Grand Place. Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 9 - Wednesday July 6Visit the Newfoundland Caribou Monument at Kortrijk; tour the Messines ridge region. Last Post Ceremony in the evening at the Menin Gate. Overnight Novotel Ieper Centrum. Breakfast.

Day 10 - Thursday July 7Tour the Ypres Salient with visits to Hill 62, Essex Farm, Vancouver Corner, Crest Farm and Tyne Cot Cemetery. Last Post Ceremony in the evening at the Menin Gate. Overnight Novotel Ieper Centrum.Breakfast.

Day 11 - Friday July 8Having seen and learned so much about Canada, her allies and The Great War, we are now ready for some leisure time ... we return to Paris for the bulk of the day for sightseeing. Overnight Novotel Paris Tour Eiffel. Breakfast.

Day 12 - Saturday July 9Return flight from Paris, except for those who may choose to extend their stay.

Itinerary is subject to minor change prior to departure. Minor variances are also possible during

the actual tour based on the need to adapt to circumstances encountered during our travels.

Day 1 - Tuesday June 28Depart from Canada for your overnight transatlantic flight to Paris, except for those who may choose to depart sooner to extend their trip.

Day 2 - Wednesday June 29Arrival at Charles de Gaulle Airport, transfer to downtown for a tour of the city aboard our private coach with a local expert guide; travel to Reims for Welcome Dinner. Overnight Holiday Inn Reims. Lunch, Dinner.

Day 3 - Thursday June 30Visit the Newfoundland Caribou Monuments at Masnières & Gueudecourt; view a WWI tank at Flesquieres; visit the monument at Courcelette. Overnight Kyriad Saint-Quentin. Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 4 - Friday July 1100th Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme at Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial Park; the schedule is left flexible to allow for activities as may be organized by the Government of Canada. Overnight Kyriad Saint-Quentin. Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 5 - Saturday July 2Visit the Lochnagar mine crater at La Boisselle; Thiepval Memorial to the Missing of the Somme; souvenir hunting at Grandcourt Road conditions permitting. Overnight Kyriad Saint-Quentin. Breakfast, Lunch.

Day 6 - Sunday July 3Visit Vimy Ridge, including a guided tour of the tunnels and trenches; visit Hill 70 north of Arras. Overnight Novotel Lille Centre Grand Place. Breakfast, Lunch.

Itinerary

Beaumont-HamelMany Canadians don't know the name but Beaumont-Hamel is forever etched into the memory of Newfoundlanders. It was here in July 1916 that a thousand soldiers climbed up out of the trenches and into the gunfire, and were almost completely wiped out. They are the Royal Newfoundland Regiment and their battleground is renowned as one of the best preserved WWI sites in all of France.

Vimy RidgeThe ground that could not be taken and held ... until the Canadians came. It was the first time all four divisions of the Canadian Expeditionary Force fought together, and their success of April 1917 resonates still to this day. See what many consider the most beautiful of all the war monuments, including a must-see guided tour of the tunnels.

PasschendaeleIt's been called the ugliest fight of both World Wars. It's October 1917 and the Canadians will suffer gas attacks, infested trenches, misery. And yet they will once again prevail. What was then a barren, muddy landscape is now a quiet, lovely countryside. You'll see where they fought, and where John McCrae wrote his famous poem.

Ieper (Ypres)You’ll stay in the best hotel in town in the most ideal location, steps from the town square and the Menin Gate. Enjoy a little shopping and a lot of great food, or perhaps a walk along the old city ramparts and cobblestone streets. Here you'll often cross paths with other battlefield tourists from Canada.

The Tour.

Your guide will be Liberation Tours’ lead historian Phil Craig,

Professional Actor and Co-Founder & Curator of the

Georgina Military Museum.

What our Clients Say ...

“Every morning since I got home I have to get up and go over my photos just to make sure that I really did go on our trip as it tends to feel surreal. From time to time, I still experience the exhilaration of "actually being there." Everything seemed to mesh - from your meticulous planning and attention to detail, the location of hotels near sightseeing venues, the selection of prime sites from WW1 and WW2 as well as the excellent commentary. Definitely, going in a group had some serendipitous advantages as we shared each person's "story." I am so glad I made the choice of going with Liberation Tours. Thank you, THANK YOU!” -Darlene T., Calgary AB

“Thank you again for everything you did for us: an amazing trip, and great people to share moments with. And your attention to detail will always be remembered and appreciated. Several times you went above and beyond the call of duty. Thank you so much for making our experience such a positive and forever memorable one.”-Audrey & Sam D., Burlington ON

“A truly awesome retreat ‘into the trenches’ of both wars.” -Vivian H., Millet AB

“Fabulous time, one that none of us are likely to forget for a very long time. A life-long dream fulfilled. Simply excellent.” -Neil & Linda S., Whitby ON

Included in your Package- Airfare pricing shown is round trip from Toronto to Paris (includes departure taxes, be sure to compare) Flights: 28Jun16 Dep YYZ 1930 Arr CDG 0835 +1 09Jul16 Dep CDG 1100 Arr YYZ 1300 (for alternative departure points please call for a quote)- Guests flying through the Toronto Pearson gateway with the group flight on Jun.28 will enjoy gathering at a premium departure lounge ... an exclusive benefit not offered by other battlefield tours- Ten nights accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities- Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and on-board facilities- Buffet breakfast (cold and/or hot) at the hotel each morning, plus seven selected lunches as outlined in the itinerary- All hotel service charges, local taxes, baggage handling of one bag per person- Gratuities to Coach Driver, Trafalgar Agent and Guides are included! (these costs are extra on most other tours and can add up to $100 CAD or more at the end of your trip, requiring that awkward last minute visit to a bank machine to find cash ... we eliminate these uncomfortable surprises)- Group pick-up from Charles de Gaulle Airport on June 28, 2016 and return group transfer to Charles de Gaulle airport on July 9, 2016 (individual transfers would be the traveller's responsibility)- Liberation Tours Lapel Pin

Excluded- Meals other than stated on the itinerary- Travel / Cancellation / Medical Insurance- Passport & related fees- Any optional excursion not specifically stated- Items of a personal nature

Notations- Airfare pricing includes taxes and fees which have been approximated and are subject to change, to be confirmed at time of final payment.- Hotels have been pre-booked but are subject to change.- This tour requires a minimum of 20 guests to operate.- Final payment is due no later than February 29, 2016. All payments are non-refundable.

Exclusive Booking Agent: Debbie Baggley

UNIGLOBE Travel Innovations Ltd.1-800-565-7999

debbie@travel-til.com

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$4190Land Only, based on Double Occupancy

$1050Single Supplement

Return Airfare from Toronto via Air Canada:

$1489

includes all Departure Taxes... or fly using your own points!

Non-Refundable Deposit at time of Booking:

$500

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