Day 1 DEPART USA
Overnight flight to London.(B)

Day 2 ARRIVE LONDON
After checking in at your hotel, why not explore the city of London? Whether you stroll through one of the Royal Parks, shop in the vibrant West End or visit one of the world famous historical attractions, London has plenty to keep you entertained. Later, meet with your Travel Director and fellow companions for a traditional English pub Welcome Reception.

Day 3 LONDON - SIGHTSEEING AND INCLUDED IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM VISIT
See Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace on your half day introductory sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. This afternoon travel to the Imperial War Museum which tells the stories of those whose lives were shaped by war from the First World War to the present day. You will see many of the most important weapons and vehicles of the twentieth century including a Spitfire that saw action in the Battle of Britain. Later you will have free time in the city or you may decide to visit the Tower of London and take a cruise down the Thames. Your Travel Director will also give you suggestions on how to spend your evening.(B)

Day 4 LONDON - D-DAY AND OVERLORD EMBROIDERY MUSEUM - PORTSMOUTH - OVERNIGHT FERRY TO CAEN
Today leave London and head south towards Portsmouth. Visit the D-Day and the Overlord Embroidery Museum. This Museum was established in 1984 to tell the story of Operation Overlord from its origins in the dark days of 1940 to victory in Normandy in 1944. The Museum’s centrepiece is the Overlord Embroidery. Inspired by the Bayeux Tapestry, it is a moving tribute to the efforts and sacrifices of the Allies in defeating Nazi Germany. Later stop in Portsmouth to enjoy free time in the Historic Dockyard. See the HMS Victory, HMS Warrior 1860 and the Spinnaker Tower. This evening dine at a local restaurant before boarding your overnight ferry to France.(B,D)

Day 5 OVERNIGHT FERRY - NORMANDY BEACHES VISIT - BAYEUX - CAEN
Disembark from the ferry this morning after an early breakfast. Travel to the historic D-Day Normandy landing beaches and learn about British, Commonwealth and American involvement. Visit Omaha Beach and the poignant American Cemetery. See Arromanches, Gold, Juno and Sword beaches. Later visit Bayeux Cemetery and museum and see the famous Bayeux Tapestry. Travel to Caen for your overnight stay.(B)

Day 6 CAEN - VISIT MEMORIAL DE CAEN - AMIENS
This morning visit the Memorial de Caen and museum. Learn about the significance of Normandy and receive a souvenir D-Day Landing beach booklet. Travel to Amiens and visit the cathedral that was built between 1220 and 1270 and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the First World War, this town was liberated by British, Canadian and Australian forces which ultimately led to the armistice of 11 November 1918.(B,D)

Day 7 AMIENS - SOMME BATTLEFIELDS - PARIS
After an early start, visit some of the 1916 Somme battlefields. Stop at Thiepval to see the poignant Thiepval Memorial which honours the 72,191 missing British and South African men who died with no known grave. Visit Delville Wood (Devils Wood) where the South African Brigade suffered substantial losses. At Vimy Ridge, see the memorial which has considerable significance for Canada. Finally, in Fromelles, see where there was a combined operation between British troops and the Australian Imperial Force. Later make your way to the capital city of Paris for a two night stay.(B)

Day 8 PARIS SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Your Local Guide takes you on a sightseeing tour of Paris this morning. View the Champs Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Notre Dame. Ascend to the second level of the Eiffel Tower and see the city in all its glory. Spend the rest of the day seeing the sights of your choice. This afternoon consider an excursion to the Palace of Versailles. You might like to round off your day by attending a performance at a famous Parisian cabaret.(B)

Day 9 PARIS - REIMS - LILLE
Visit the city of Reims – famous for its magnificent cathedral, Notre-Dame de Reims, formerly the place of coronation of the kings of France. The cathedral became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1991. Reims also functions as one of the centres of champagne production. Many of the largest champagne-producing houses, known as les grandes marques, have their headquarters in the city. Enjoy an informative Wine Tasting at one of the city's champagne houses before checking into your hotel for a two night stay.(B,D)

Day 10 LILLE - EXCURSION TO YPRES BATTLEFIELDS
Visit the Ypres Salient and see sites such as Tyne Cot, Langemark, Vancouver Corner and many other places of interest. Stop in Passchendaele where you have an included visit to the The Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917 where you can see a replica trench. See Essex Farm Cemetery where Lt. Col. John McCrea wrote the immortal poem – ‘In Flanders Fields’. Have free time for an early dinner before making your way to the Menin Gate to witness The Last Post Ceremony at 8.00pm. Return later to your hotel.(B)

Day 11 LILLE - GROESBEEK - NATIONAL LIBERATION MUSEUM - AMSTERDAM
This morning travel across Belgium into The Netherlands and stop at Groesbeek Canadian War Cemetery and Memorial.The cemetery contains the remains of over two thousand Canadian soldiers who lost their lives in World War II. The Groesbeek Memorial commemorates members of the Commonwealth land forces who died during the campaign in north-west Europe between the time they advanced across the Seine River at the end of August 1944 and the end of the war. Then stop to visit the National Liberation Museum 1944-1945. You will have time to visit the permanent and temporary exhibitions before coffee or tea with a special ‘liberation cake’. Later visit Arnhem. In World War II during Operation Market Garden (September 1944), the British 1st Airborne Division and the Polish 1st Independent Parachute Brigade were given the task of securing the bridge at Arnhem. The events that took place were dramatized in the 1977 movie ‘A Bridge Too Far’. See the bridge named after Major-General John Dutton Frost who commanded the British forces that reached and defended the bridge during the Battle of Arnhem in September 1944. Later arrive in Amsterdam for a two night stay.(B)

Day 12 AMSTERDAM SIGHTSEEING
Amsterdam is a fascinating city which boasts art, architecture, canals, museums, bicycles and charming side streets. Start your day with an orientation featuring Mint Tower, Dam Square and Museum Square. This afternoon you may wish to enjoy some free time in this vibrant city or perhaps visit Anne Frank’s House. This evening enjoy a unique Be My Guest farewell dinner with your travelling companions.(B,D)

Day 13 AMSTERDAM – USA
Say farewell to this magical country and your newfound friends at the end of a remarkable Battlefields vacation. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.(B)

• Be My Guest Enjoy a unique dinner experience with traditional Dutch cuisine on the outskirts of Amsterdam. Meet a local family and learn about Dutch culture.
• Local Guide in London and Paris.
• Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure experience, unique to your itinerary, courtesy of your expert Travel Director.
• Wine Tasting Learn about champagne production and get to taste this speciality wine in Reims.
• 11 hot buffet breakfasts.
• 5 evening meals including:
• Welcome Reception including light snacks and welcome drinks with your Travel Director in London.
• Be My Guest dinner in Amsterdam.
• 2 three-course hotel dinners with local wine.
• 1 three-course restaurant dinner in Portsmouth.
• Overnight ferry from Portsmouth to Caen.
• First Class hotel accommodation featuring two-bedded rooms and private facilities.
• All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
• Travel by luxury, air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and an on-board restroom.
• Audio headsets to clearly hear your guide’s commentary on all included sightseeing.
• The services of a professional Travel Director.
• A travel wallet with your documentation.
• Complimentary keepsake photo and map.

• London Morning sightseeing tour including views of Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Included visit to the Imperial War Museum.
• Portsmouth Visit the D-Day and Overlord Embroidery Museum. Visit Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and see the HMS Victory, HMS Warrior 1860 and the Spinnaker Tower.
• Normandy Visit the D-Day landing beaches and the D-Day museum. Visit Omaha Beach and the poignant American Cemetery.
• Bayeux Visit the cemetery and historic Bayeux Tapestry Museum.
• Caen Visit the Memorial de Caen.
• Amiens See the UNESCO World Heritage Cathedral.
• Somme Battlefields Visit some of the significant battlefields of the First World War.
• Paris View Notre Dame Cathedral, the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Élysées and the Louvre with your expert Local Guide. Enjoy spectacular city views from an included ascent to the second level of the Eiffel Tower.
• Reims Visit this beautiful city and see the remarkable Cathedral. Enjoy a champagne tasting.
• Ypres Salient Visit some of the significant battlefields near Ypres and witness the Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate. Visit Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917.
• Groesbeek Visit the Canadian War Cemetery and Memorial as well as the National Liberation museum.
• Arnhem View John Frost Bridge.
• Amsterdam Orientation includes the Mint Tower, Tower of Tears and Dam Square.

London: Park Plaza County Hall (SF)
Caen: Novotel Caen Côte De Nacre (F)
Amiens: Mercure Cathedrale Amiens/Novotel Boves (SF)
Paris: Pullman Montparnasse (SF)
Lille: Crowne Plaza Lille (SF)
Amsterdam: Mercure Aan De Amstel/Novotel (F)

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