Private Tour

Full Day Private Canadian Battlefields Tour from Arras

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

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!

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

What To Expect

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

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Musee Militaire de la Targette

With 4000 artifacts. this museum is one of the largest private collections in Europe. This is the 50 years' passion of one man: David Bardiaux who spent his childhood browsing the fields of Arras area for WW1 memorabilia. David will be happy to take you around to tell the stories behind some of those objects.

45 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

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Reviews

5.00

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great trip
Mike S,
Aug 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent tour and guide was prompt and very knowledgeable. Would recommend to anyone interested in the history of Vimy and the surrounding area.
brigitte was a wonderful...
zeev d,
Sep 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
brigitte was a wonderful guide. She had interesting stories at every one of the sites. She is enthusiastic and personable. She took us to eat really good food. Above all, she was flexible and changed the itinerary according to our wishes. We recommend her highly to anyone doing a battlefield tour. Zeev and Hana.
An Excellent Tour to Vimy Ridge
Howard W,
Jun 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Brigitte our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable and helpful and took us to places we did not expect to see as well as the very imposing Vimy Ridge monument. We toured the tunnels, and some war cemeteries , Canadian, British, and German. Highly recommended for all.
A “must do” Experience for Canadians
Maureen S,
May 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide, Brigette, was able to set the scene for our full day that culminated at the Canadian Memorial at Vimy Ridge. The morning was spent visiting the vast cemeteries (German, Commonwealth, French), a quirky museum of artifacts, and a charming lunch stop. Thank you!
A Great Day Touring with fellow Canadians through Vimy and Arras area.
F3570JEsherryr,
May 17, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Brigette gave us a fantastic tour. She is incredibly knowledgeable about WW1. She made the tour very enjoyable to all. There were two groups of people together. My husband and I plus three gentlemen (3 generations). The youngest in our group was 13 and we ranged up to 65. She did a great job of keeping everyone engaged during the tour. Thank you Brigette.
Vimy Ridge and the battle of Arras
Maury T,
May 16, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide Brigitte had an amazing knowledge and love for the area. This tour is not as simple as go to Vimy, go to Cabaret Rouge, Brigitte did her best to explain the relationship of the Canadians to the town of Arras and help understand that the Vimy was one part of the years long battle for the town of Arras. The tour was rounded off with a visit to a private museum (4 euros per person- bring cash). And the largest French necropolis where there is of all things a traditional French restaurant where lunch reservations were made. (Again at your cost, but a chance to devour food and process what you’ve seen so far). The final stop of the day was Vimy, and it did not disappoint, it was definitely worth the pilgrimage.