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Normandy D-Day Tour: Omaha Beach and American Cemetery
4.4
2,578 Ratings
Paris
Embark on a pilgrimage from Paris to Normandy and experience the historic D-Day beaches and American Cemetery. Honor the sacrifices that changed the course of WW2 with a knowledgeable guide.
Embark on a pilgrimage from Paris to Normandy and experience the historic D-Day beaches and American Cemetery. Honor the sacrifices that changed the course of WW2 with a knowledgeable guide.
Duration:
13 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Normandy - Relax and enjoy the ride as history unfolds before you. The Normandy day trip from Paris begins with a 3-4 hour drive to the northwest coast of France. Along the way, take in the scenic landscapes before arriving at your first stop at 10 am.
- Omaha Beach - Omaha Beach: a site of one of the most challenging American landings. Learn…
- Normandy - Relax and enjoy the ride as history unfolds before you. The Normandy day trip from Paris begins with a 3-4 hour drive to the northwest coast of France. Along the way, take in the scenic landscapes before arriving at your first stop at 10 am.
- Omaha Beach - Omaha Beach: a site of one of the most challenging American landings. Learn about the American assault during the early hours of June 6, 1944, a significant example of American military success, yet also a moment marked by loss and devastation.
- Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer - Pay your respects in the solemn tranquility of the American Cemetery and Memorial, where nearly 10,000 US military personnel are honored in this deeply moving tribute.
- Les Falaises d’Arromanches - Enjoy free time for lunch at Arromanches.
- Juno Beach - Visit the Juno Beach Center, a testament to the Canadian soldiers’ efforts to end Nazi oppression.
It’s time to head back to Paris! You will be returned to the departure point by 8:00 PM.
What's Included
- Round-trip transportation by luxury air-conditioned coach from Paris
- Service of a Normandy D-Day expert licensed guide
- Visit of the American Cemetery
- Photo-stop at Omaha Beach
- Stop at Arromanches with free time for lunch
- Round-trip transportation by luxury air-conditioned coach from Paris
- Service of a Normandy D-Day expert licensed guide
- Visit of the American Cemetery
- Photo-stop at Omaha Beach
- Stop at Arromanches with free time for lunch
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
Additional Information
Embark on a historic journey from Paris to Normandy, and let us handle all the particulars. In a single, memorable day, we’ll guide you through the sites that bore witness to history. What better way to pay homage to the sacrifices that altered the direction of World War II?You’ll tour the iconic Omaha Beach and fragments of the Arromanches artificial…
Embark on a historic journey from Paris to Normandy, and let us handle all the particulars. In a single, memorable day, we’ll guide you through the sites that bore witness to history. What better way to pay homage to the sacrifices that altered the direction of World War II?You’ll tour the iconic Omaha Beach and fragments of the Arromanches artificial harbor left behind by the allies, and receive captivating insights about those pivotal days. Learn about the amazing events that unfolded at the Visitor Center. Travel Memorial Drive along Juno and Gold Beaches, names that forever hold profound significance. Take a moment to contemplate in the serene backdrop of the immaculate American Cemetery. Our guide will stir up memories and aid you in gaining a unique comprehension of what the Allied soldiers encountered and why the French locals remain appreciative of the Liberation forces. If you prefer, you can opt for an intimate small-group tour when making your reservation.
- The coach journey from Paris to Normandy takes approximately 3 - 4 hours and you will spend 5 hours in Normandy itself
- Toilets are available at the American Cemetery, Juno Beach Center, at the comfort stop
- A warm coat is recommended during the winter period, a raincoat during the summer and a good pair of walking / flat shoes are suggested to avoid discomfort
- The itinerary and times may be subject to change depending on traffic conditions or changes in site
- The itinerary and times may be subject to change depending on traffic conditions or changes in site
Location
22 Rue Jean Rey
Rue Jean Rey
***UNTIL JULY 17th***
Please note that during the Olympic Games, from July 18th to September 11th 2024, your tour will depart from 26 boulevard Auguste Blanqui 75013 PARIS
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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David_b
May 9, 2025
A day with Zoltan at the Normandy D-Day sites - Zoltan was our tour guide for our wonderful day in Normandy visiting Pont du Hoc, Omaha beach, Juno beach, and the American D-Day Cemetary. Zoltan was a soldier in the Hungarian armed forces, was fluent in several languages including English and he knew WWII history quite well. We would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see the D-Day Historical sights with limited time.
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Kris_l
May 6, 2025
A gift of a trip. - Powerful, meaningful, and so grateful to have had the chance to experience first hand the locations weve heard about for so long. Particularly meaningful to have been lead by our guide - Patrick. He lead us to each location with historical events that happened there and his sharing of the history made the whole tour even more powerful. So grateful to have taken one whole day away from Paris for this trip. The American cemetery, cliffs climbed by rangers .... walking
Through German bunkers..... all with the chance to enjoy witnessing French families on their days at the beach and celebrating the gifts of today's life. Don't miss this opportunity
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Glenn_h
May 4, 2025
Being There Gives You So Much More Than Any Words Can Describe - A tour is nothing without someone being there with you to describe in detail what you are seeing first-hand and sensing as to what took place. Our tour guide Zoltarn was that person. Zoltarn had a military background and security background that would impress anyone (to say the least) who happened to listen and pay attention. His knowledge of the history, details, numbers, facts, names, statistics, operations, personnel, equipment, weaponry, aircrafts, tanks, ships, boats . . ., importance of the “shovel” . . ., and a list of others; along with the details from start to finish of the entire tour . . ., which was amazing . . ., yet, heart-breaking and sad for the ones that were there, and for their families, in the moments/era of the war. Additionally, his detailed knowledge of the cemetery was extremely impressive and appreciated. He knew every detail of the tour from the very start to very finish: the traffic, the rest stops and historical stops, what to expect at the rest stops and historical stops, how long at the rest stops and historical stops, what to buy at the rest stops and historical stops, where to eat, what to eat and what not to eat (literally). He shared his personal background and experiences of what it was like to be shelled and shot at, and what the soldiers likely endured at the battle sites. He pointed out the large craters in the landside, the shrapnel still in the concrete structures and in the blown-up concrete pieces. He described the features and conditions: within the structures, at the beaches, in the sky, in the water, on the land, and others. He kept a very needed rigid schedule (most likely from his military background), which helped in so many ways to maintain arriving back at the desired time for the tour. He often asked if everyone was comfortable in the bus, such as with the air conditioning. He pointed out many-many things of interest along the way in general, and of educational value along the way. The tour is to see first-hand: the important historical sites, and to remember and honor those who served and/or gave their lives in the war . . ., and on D-Day.
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Desiree_w
May 3, 2025
5 out of 5 Stars - A great way to see all the D-Day beaches. We had the best guide and the best time! Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.
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Janet_w
May 3, 2025
Meaningful day - The day is long, but very well worth it. The guide was terrific -lots of interesting information. He answered questions with knowledge. We saw quite a bit and felt like we had just the right amount of time at each stop. There were also sufficient rest stops.
A very emotional trip.
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Brian_v
May 2, 2025
The trip was excellent.... - The trip was excellent. Very knowledgeable people.
I only.had issues with the ticket part and that wasn't too hard.
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P2848rnlauraf
May 1, 2025
Memorable Tour - The tour guide was very informative and knew his history. He provided a very pleasant experience for our family. A tour that we will treasure. Thank you to the tour guide, we didn’t catch his name but he was great.
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Renee_b
Apr 30, 2025
Awesome Trip - Guide person, Zotan, was excellent and very knowledgeable. Since it our group contained only individuals from USA, he tailored the trip to us. Very enjoyable. Just know that the Bus ride is a long one from Paris but that coach bus was very comfortable. Plenty of time was allowed for personal breaks and lunch.
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Roselinda_c
May 9, 2025
Rushed excursion - Long trip, rushed. Not enough time to spend in each area. People who paid to have lunch never got to eat. Took to long to prepare and bus had to go.
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Taylor_s
May 3, 2025
It was an okay tour we... - It was an okay tour we were looking for an English speaking tour and it was hard to understand the guide sometimes.
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