Canadian History In France
COURSE OVERVIEW
We were brought to tears when we were able to visit the graves of the soldiers we researched before travelling.
Watch Canadian History come to life in Belgium and France. Learn about WWI at the In Flanders Fields Museum in Ypres, feel national pride at the Canadian National Vimy Memorial, and lay a wreath during the Menin Gate Ceremony. Travel to Dieppe for the Dieppe Memorial and Juno Beach Centre, which commemorate the thousands of Canadian lives lost during WWII..
Learn about the fragility of peace at Caen Memorial and the Canadian War Cemetery. Fall in love with the cobblestone streets, the macarons, the art and architecture of Paris. Traipse the narrow streets of the Latin Quarter and see pure opulence at Palace of Versailles before returning home.
ACTIVITIES
Here are some of the exciting experiences included in the program.
SEINE RIVER CRUISE
Experience the beauty of Paris on a boat ride through the heart of the city.
VIMY RIDGE MEMORIAL
Learn about the storming of the ridge that occured on April 9th in 1917.
MENIN GATE CEREMONY
Students participate in the Menin Gate Ceremony: Last Post and the traditional final salute.
CANADIAN WAR CEMETERY
Students visit the Second World War burials where a majority of Canadian soldiers lay to rest.
EIFFEL TOWER
Learn about the 1889 landmark before climbing the stairs for an unbeatable view.
PRICES & DATES
Travel Dates:
August 6 – 17
Price:
$4990.00
Course:
Canadian History since WWI (CHC2D)
Prerequisite:
None
Availability:
Program Fees
Program Fee
All-Inclusive Price $4990.00
Insurance
Deluxe medical and cancellation insurance (mandatory) $229.00
Registration Deadline
Contact info@edutravelforcredit.com for more information
MANDATORY DATES
June 24
10:00am – 3:30pm
Orientation and First Class Online
Parents, students and teachers meet in the morning to review travel expectations and the itinerary. Teachers and students meet in the afternoon for their first class and to work on introductory assignments.
June 25 – July 31
Independent Learning Online
Students will work independently to complete and submit assignments. Teachers will be available to answer questions through the online platform.
August 1 – 4
9:00am – 3:30pm
Pre-trip Online Classes
Teachers and students will interact in mandatory online classes as students participate in direct teaching, group activities, discussions and presentations.
August 6 – 17
Travel
Experience the course firsthand and make real world applications.
ALL INCLUSIVE
Each program covers all essential costs and all excursions, whether educational or leisure. We believe that each group should share the same experience.
Teachers and Administrators
Airfare and Transport
Hotels and Accommodations
Breakfasts and Dinners
Excursions and Sightseeing
EduTravel Course Book
Experiential Learning Experience
EduTravel Education Guide
All Gratuities and Applicable Taxes
Professional Tour Guides
A DAY IN THE LIFE
Each day is thoughtfully planned to provide an unforgettable adventure that will teach lessons about the course, individuals and the world around.
MORNING ROUTINE
Students enjoy breakfast at the hotel
and review the day’s itinerary.
MORNING EXCURSION
Students visit the St. Julien Memorial, a Canadian
war memorial and small commemorative park.
MORNING ACTIVITY
The group visits the Passchendaele Canadian Memorial.
LUNCH & FREE TIME
Students enjoy free time for lunch.
AFTERNOON EXCURSION
Students visit the Canadian National
Vimy Ridge Memorial.
DINNER
Students enjoy dinner at the hotel.
EVENING ACTIVITY
Students participate in the Menin Gate Ceremony: Last Post,
the traditional final salute to the fallen.