BEAUMONT HAMEL 100th ANNIVERSARY
Just after dawn on July 1, 1916, over 800 brave young Newfoundlanders advanced from the trenches on the first day of Battle of the Somme. The following day, only 68 of them could stand for roll call.
A day which forever marked the Dominion of Newfoundland. On the preserved battlefield now stands the majestic caribou, the emblem of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment, in honour of these men who served.
July 1, 2016 marks the 100th Anniversary of Beaumont Hamel. Join us for an exceptional and emotional journey to visit Beaumont Hamel, be a part of the remembrance ceremony, and explore other sites of Newfoundland's history in Europe, including the four other caribou monuments in France and Belgium.
With a full-time Tour Leader Concierge, a balance of guided activities and free time to explore on your own, this tour will deliver an exceptional experience for you.
Email us at explore@wegotours.ca to learn more and join our program.
A day which forever marked the Dominion of Newfoundland. On the preserved battlefield now stands the majestic caribou, the emblem of the Royal Newfoundland Regiment, in honour of these men who served.
July 1, 2016 marks the 100th Anniversary of Beaumont Hamel. Join us for an exceptional and emotional journey to visit Beaumont Hamel, be a part of the remembrance ceremony, and explore other sites of Newfoundland's history in Europe, including the four other caribou monuments in France and Belgium.
With a full-time Tour Leader Concierge, a balance of guided activities and free time to explore on your own, this tour will deliver an exceptional experience for you.
Email us at explore@wegotours.ca to learn more and join our program.
BEAUMONT HAMEL 100 TOUR - 12 DAYS:ENGLAND, FRANCE AND BELGIUM
TOUR DETAILS
Saturday, June 25 - Wednesday, July 6, 2016
With an intimate group size limited to 20 people, our tour departs Canada for London. You will have three days/two nights in London based in a central hotel, including guided sightseeing, unique visits, and free time.
We then make our way to northern France on the Eurostar train, for four days, including:
The tour then goes to the Champagne region, for historical and culinary visits in the cities of Reims and Epernay. Following three days and nights there, we return to London for a final night and an early afternoon return flight direct to St. John's.
Each person (or couple) will receive a copy of Frank Gogos’s new book “The Royal Newfoundland Regiment in the Great War.” A St. John’s native and a graduate of Memorial University of Newfoundland, Frank is active with the Royal Newfoundland Regiment’s Advisory Council and the Royal Canadian Legion. He has guided numerous tours to Newfoundland battlefields, memorials and cemeteries in Europe and Gallipoli. This book is an excellent resource in preparing for our tour.
With an intimate group size limited to 20 people, our tour departs Canada for London. You will have three days/two nights in London based in a central hotel, including guided sightseeing, unique visits, and free time.
We then make our way to northern France on the Eurostar train, for four days, including:
- Visit to Beaumont Hamel - as part of the official ceremony on July 1, 2016
- Visits to the caribou monuments at Guedecourt, Monchy-le-Preux, Masnieres, and Courtrai
- Visits to Ypres, Belgium and the Menin Gate ceremony; Vimy Ridge, and Arras, France
The tour then goes to the Champagne region, for historical and culinary visits in the cities of Reims and Epernay. Following three days and nights there, we return to London for a final night and an early afternoon return flight direct to St. John's.
Each person (or couple) will receive a copy of Frank Gogos’s new book “The Royal Newfoundland Regiment in the Great War.” A St. John’s native and a graduate of Memorial University of Newfoundland, Frank is active with the Royal Newfoundland Regiment’s Advisory Council and the Royal Canadian Legion. He has guided numerous tours to Newfoundland battlefields, memorials and cemeteries in Europe and Gallipoli. This book is an excellent resource in preparing for our tour.
TOUR PRICES AND OPTIONS (including airport fees and taxes), $CAD:
$4995.00: Land only (flight extra), per person and based on two people sharing a room. We will work with you on the best flight arrangements which will be in addition to the tour price. This includes the possibility of direct flights from St. John's to London, fly from a different city or start earlier/stay later.
$1200.00: The additional hotel room charges for a single person room. Limited availability.
Flight prices and bookings from other cities can be provided.
Our tour includes:
Click the link below to download the full itinerary and booking form.
$1200.00: The additional hotel room charges for a single person room. Limited availability.
Flight prices and bookings from other cities can be provided.
Our tour includes:
- Intimate Group Size – 20 people maximum
- 10 nights in excellent hotels
- Transportation by luxury coach and Eurostar train
- All breakfasts, and a minimum combination of 8 lunches/dinners in restaurants favoured by locals and international visitors
- The services of a full-time Tour Leader Concierge
- A copy of “The Royal Newfoundland Regiment in the Great War” by Frank Gogos
- Entrances to all organized activities and guided programs
- All tips for your guides and bus driver
- Porterage of one suitcase per person
Click the link below to download the full itinerary and booking form.
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Contact us at explore@wegotours.ca or call (416) 557-6936 to learn more and come on board.
