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Remembrance Tour November 2026 - Register NOW!

CanHist Remembrance Tour for Rotarians & Friends

Experience history where it happened. From November 1–15, 2026, CanHist Tours invites Rotarians to join us for an extraordinary 15-day exploration of Canada’s most iconic WWI and WWII sites.


 Good News! Registration Extended to January 23rd!
Join the CanHist Remembrance Tour for Rotarians, family, and friends.

The 2026 Tour Registration Portal Is Now Open!

Be among the first to secure a place on this exclusive 15-day Remembrance Tour, presented by CanHist Tours in partnership with Rotary.


Join our community of heritage walkers as we explore Canada’s most iconic wartime sites and honour the legacy of those who served. 


Limited spaces — Register Now!

Register for the 2026 Tour

2026 CanHist Rotary Remembrance Tour – Highlights

The Tour Portal is NOW OPEN — secure your place on this unforgettable journey.


Join CanHist Tours and the Rotary Club for a remarkable 15-day pilgrimage through Belgium and France, exploring the most meaningful Canadian sites of the First and Second World Wars.


A Rotary Tour Signature Experience: Remembrance Day at Juno Beach

On November 11, 2026, stand shoulder-to-shoulder with your Rotary group at the official Canadian Remembrance Day ceremonies at the Juno Beach Centre — the most significant commemorative moment of the tour.


Your participation includes a $200 contribution to the Juno Beach Centre Capital Campaign. Together, we honour those who served, deepen our understanding of Canada’s role in world history, and create meaningful connections with fellow travellers.


Tour Highlights

  • Experience the Last Post Ceremony at the newly renovated Menin Gate, where a Rotary delegate from the group will lay a wreath in honour of the fallen.
  • Walk the battlefields and memorials of Flanders, including Vimy Ridge, Passchendaele, St. Julien, Essex Farm, and Tyne Cot. 
  • Explore key Canadian sites in Normandy, including Juno Beach, Canada House in Bernières-sur-Mer, Bény-sur-Mer Cemetery, Arromanches, and the D-Day landing sectors. 
  • Reflect on the sacrifice at Dieppe, visiting the landing beaches and Canadian War Cemetery with expert historical interpretation. 
  • Enjoy cultural and fellowship moments — from the medieval charm of Bruges to the vibrant streets of Paris. 
  • Travel with expert guides, including Group Leader Neil Orford, who bring Canada’s military history to life. 
  • Comfortable accommodations and curated pacing, with accessible touring options, and Rotary camaraderie throughout.


A Journey Rooted in Rotary Values

This tour embodies the core principles of Rotary — service, fellowship, education, and remembrance. Together, we honour those who served, deepen our understanding of Canada’s role in world history, and create meaningful connections with fellow travelers.

With accommodations at top-rated hotels!

  • Ieper (Ypres), Belgium – 3 nights
  • Dieppe, France – 2 nights
  • Bayeux, France – 6 nights 
  • Paris, France – 3 nights


Explore the complete Rotary Remembrance Tour Itinerary to discover every activity, ceremony, and historic site included in this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Full Tour itinerary

What’s Included in the Tour (and What’s Not)

What is Included in the Tour Price?

  •  Private motorcoach transportation throughout the tour 
  • 14 nights of accommodation: 
    • Ieper (Ypres) – 3 nights 
    • Dieppe – 2 nights 
    • Bayeux – 6 nights 
    • Paris – 3 nights 
  • Daily breakfast, 1 lunch, 3 packed lunches, and 6 dinners 
  • All scheduled sightseeing, memorials, and entrance fees 
  • Expert local guides, Tour Manager, and Group Leader 
  • Gratuities and applicable taxes 
  • The Juno Beach Centre will receive a $200 donation from each tour registrant's Final Balance, collected on behalf of The Rotary Club District 7080. A 2026 tax receipt will be issued to each registrant from the Juno Beach Centre.   
  • 24-hour emergency support while on tour


What is Not Included in the Tour Price?

  • International airfare
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended) 
  • Passport, visa, or vaccination fees 
  • Meals and beverages not listed 
  • Personal expenses 
  • Luggage handling where not specified 
  • Any new government taxes or fuel surcharges 
  • ETIAS travel authorization fee (expected in 2026, approx. €20 EUR)

Tour Pricing & Details

Tour Cost: $6,800.00 - $7,295.00 - CAD per person –double/twin occupancy*


*twin occupancy based on 20 to 25 travellers 

**if only a minimum number of 15-19 travellers is reached, the prices quoted will be higher** 


REGISTRATION & PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 

  • Registration is NOW available online (see link below)
  • Registration Deadline – January 23, 2026
  • 1st payment (Deposit) of $1,200 per person is due – January 23, 2026
  • 2nd payment of $1,500 per person is due – May 5, 2026 
  • Final Payment is due – August 4, 2026

Registration Portal

Registration Information

Registration Portal is NOW Open!

This tour is expected to fill quickly. We encourage you to Register NOW to secure your spot. * 

Register now — limited spaces available

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour runs from November 1–15, 2026 and includes 15 days / 14 nights in Belgium and France.

This tour is open to Rotarians, their families, and invited guests who have an interest in Canadian history, remembrance, and meaningful travel. 

 The land-only price is:

  • $6,800 – $7,295 CAD per person (double/twin occupancy)
    Twin occupancy based on 20–25 travellers
  • Single Supplement: $1,759 CAD
     

Final pricing will be confirmed once minimum numbers are reached.

**If only a minimum number of 15-19 travellers is reached, the prices quoted will be higher 

Land-only means the tour price includes everything from arrival in Europe onward, but international airfare is not included. 

Minimum: 20 travellers
Maximum: 35 travellers
 

If fewer than 20 travellers register, the tour cost will increase.

Registration deadline: January 23, 2026
Online registration is available through the tour portal. 

  • Deposit: $1,200 per person – due January 23, 2026
  • Second payment: $1,500 per person – due May 5, 2026
  • Final balance: due August 4, 2026
     

⚠️ All payments are 100% non-refundable.

 Your tour includes:

  • Private motorcoach transportation throughout the tour 
  • 14 nights of accommodation: 
    • Ieper (Ypres) – 3 nights 
    • Dieppe – 2 nights 
    • Bayeux – 6 nights 
    • Paris – 3 nights 
  • Daily breakfast, 1 lunch, 3 packed lunches, and 6 dinners 
  • All scheduled sightseeing, memorials, and entrance fees 
  • Expert local guides, a Tour Manager, and Group Leader 
  • Gratuities and applicable taxes 
  • The Juno Beach Centre will receive a $200 donation from each tour registrant's Final Balance, collected on behalf of The Rotary Club District 7080. A 2026 tax receipt will be issued to each registrant from the Juno Beach Centre.  
  • 24-hour emergency support while on tour

  • International airfare 
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended) 
  • Passport, visa, or vaccination fees 
  • Meals and beverages not listed 
  • Personal expenses 
  • Luggage handling where not specified 
  • Any new government taxes or fuel surcharges 
  • ETIAS travel authorization fee (expected in 2026, approx. €20 EUR)

Travel insurance is not included, but strongly recommended. Coverage should include trip cancellation, interruption, medical, and baggage insurance. 

This is a moderate to active tour that includes walking on uneven terrain, standing for periods of time, and full-day excursions. Gentle alternatives may be offered when possible. 

  •  A valid passport (must be valid beyond your return date)
  • ETIAS authorization will be required for Canadian travellers beginning in mid-to-late 2026

Registration is completed online through the tour registration portal. A link is provided on this page.

Testimonials

"Based on several trips with Neil, I can highly recommend this experience." 

- Kenneth William Topping (Shelburne, Ontario) 

"100% recommend touring with Neil and CanHist! Unforgettable trips with experiences you won’t get with any other group. Lots of fun and deep learning as well. Neil is incredibly knowledgeable and makes the history relatable and relevant. And he brings in other experts to round out the experience, when something is outside the realm of his expertise. You will make great friends and remember this trip forever!"

- Martha MacNeil (Guelph, Ontario) 

"I highly recommend this tour. I had the privilege of going on a CanHist tour led by Neil Orford in 2022. That’s myself and another member of the tour in the photo. It was amazing to be part of the ceremony and lay a wreath at Menin Gate, Ypres, Belgium. Traveling with Neil, we learned, saw, and experienced so much. We made life long friends, and had fun, bonding over a love of history and travel. Every day was fabulous!"

- Anne Hodgson (Calgary, Alberta) 

"We anticipated having a good time, but the overall experience exceeded our expectations. The tour found the perfect balance of poignancy and play, history and hilarity. The details and logistics were carefully planned and communicated, and the accommodations for a variety of travel styles and abilities were impressive. Both Neil and Rebecca expertly personalized the trip for each member of the group, all the while fostering a group dynamic that was warm and welcoming. The quality of the local guides was outstanding, and these experiences greatly enriched the trip. Other than adding another night in Paris, I would not change anything about the tour."

- Scott & Sharon Jordan (Waldemar, Ontario) 

    *Tour costs based on double/twin occupancy. Airfare not included. See registration portal for all te

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