Private Round Trip Transfer to Vimy Ridge from Arras or Lens
Overview
Remember that this is more of a transportation service than a tourist guide service. However, Michel is native to the region and know perfectly the sites on which they take you.
You are traveling in Suzuki. Please note that price is for car up to 4 passengers.
Inclusions
- Transport by private vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
What to expect
At the Canada National Vimy Memorial, you will see:
- the new interpretation centre, underground Grange tunnel, and restored trenches.
- Canadian Cemetery N°2 and Givenchy Road Canadian Cemetery.
- the Moroccan Division Memorial.
- the Monument.
The memorial at Vimy is Canada’s largest war memorial. It is dedicated to the memory of the 66, 000 Canadians who died during the First World War. Canadian sculptor and architect Walter Seymour Allward captured the emotion of a nation faced with the sacrifice of its fellow citizens, as well as Canada’s deeply held values of peace and freedom. The memorial site is on land given to Canada in thanks by the people of France. It offers an impressive view overlooking the plain of Artois.
During the Great War, in France, in the north-Pas-de-Calais, at Vimy, near Arras, Canada was recognized by this battle as a free and Independant nation. Dedicated to peace and remembrance, the Canadian Vimy Memorial, the most prestigious Canadian monument in Europe, was erected to commemorate this hard battle of the trenches, to celebrate the birth of the Canadian nation and to ensure that this great War is the last.
There are English and French speaking guides in the interpretation centre. The rest of your visit to the site is self-guided.
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Do not forget to indicate your country code in front of your phone number (+..)
- Stroller accessible
- Wheelchair accessible.
- Service animals allowed
- A small amount of walking is involved.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
Cancellation
I decided to stay an extra day in Paris, specifically to visit the Vimy Memorial, but was concerned about arranging transportation from the train station to the site. I considered taking a taxi, but found out about Michel via recommendations on TripAdvisor and I'll add my endorsement of his servi...
I decided to stay an extra day in Paris, specifically to visit the Vimy Memorial, but was concerned about arranging transportation from the train station to the site. I considered taking a taxi, but found out about Michel via recommendations on TripAdvisor and I'll add my endorsement of his services as well. Online communication was prompt and easy. We arranged to meet nearby the station and the ride to Vimy and back was comfortable. As we drove, he told me of interesting facts about Arras and the site. As a Canadian, I appreciated his knowledge of Vimy and it made for a richer experience for me. More than just a driver. Merci Michel!Michel was extremely knowledgeable about the area and his English was very good. The monument is such a beautiful tribute set in a forest of trees, each planted to represent one of the fallen Canadians. A trip we all must do
Michel was extremely knowledgeable about the area and his English was very good. The monument is such a beautiful tribute set in a forest of trees, each planted to represent one of the fallen Canadians. A trip we all must doMichel picked me up in Arras and drove me to Vimy Ridge (to visit me daughter who is a student tour guide) On the way back to Arras we stopped at several memorials, where Michel gave a personal tour and allowed me time to take photos. He was very friendly, punctual and knowledgeable and willing t...
Michel picked me up in Arras and drove me to Vimy Ridge (to visit me daughter who is a student tour guide) On the way back to Arras we stopped at several memorials, where Michel gave a personal tour and allowed me time to take photos. He was very friendly, punctual and knowledgeable and willing to speak English, because I am not fluent in French. I would highly recommend his service and will be using it again when I visit Arras.Michel is more than a driver: he's an interesting and engaging guide to the area, one that he knows well and loves. Highly recommended.
Michel is more than a driver: he's an interesting and engaging guide to the area, one that he knows well and loves. Highly recommended.A special outing for Canadian! Michel was excellent - I would highly recommend his service. He was very pleasant, spoke English well and took us to some other places of note in the area.
A special outing for Canadian! Michel was excellent - I would highly recommend his service. He was very pleasant, spoke English well and took us to some other places of note in the area.As soon as I booked my transfer online (very last minute - the day before I was going to Vimy) Michel messaged me and asked for pick-up and drop-off times. He was lovely and interesting to talk to on the drive up and back to the train in Lens. Would definitely recommend this service and will de...
As soon as I booked my transfer online (very last minute - the day before I was going to Vimy) Michel messaged me and asked for pick-up and drop-off times. He was lovely and interesting to talk to on the drive up and back to the train in Lens. Would definitely recommend this service and will definitely use Michel again the next time I visit Vimy Ridge.