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Normandy D-Day Beaches and American Cemetery Day Trip from Paris

4.4(2725 reviews)Paris, FranceRef. viator-2050NP
13hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketPickup includedPickupModerateLevel

About this experience

This day trip from Paris to Normandy allows travelers to explore significant historical sites related to D-Day. The tour includes visits to Omaha Beach and the remnants of the Arromanches artificial harbor, as well as insights into the events of World War II at the Visitor Center. Participants will drive along Juno and Gold Beaches and visit the American Cemetery for reflection. A guide will provide context about the experiences of Allied soldiers and the gratitude of French locals. The tour can accommodate a small group option for a more intimate experience. It lasts one day, and travelers should be aware of potential emotional weight of the sites visited.

Itinerary

1

Normandy

Let us do the driving while you discover history. Your Normandy day trip from Paris starts with the 3-4-hour drive to France’s northwest coast. Your journey will take through some scenery landscapes before you reach at 10am your first stop.

2

Pointe du Hoc

Pointe du Hoc is a historic cliff-top site on the Normandy coast, famous for its role in the D-Day landings of World War II. U.S. Army Rangers scaled the cliffs under heavy fire to destroy German fortifications overlooking the beaches. Today, the site remains scarred with craters and bunkers and serves as a powerful memorial.

3

Omaha Beach

Omaha Beach: one of the toughest american landings. You will know all about the American assault during the Early hours hours of June 6, 1944, one of the most longstanding examples of American military triumph and also an event synonymous with death and destruction.

4

Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer

You will then be able to pay your respects in the eery calm of the American Cemetery and Memorial, where nearly 10,000 US military war dead lie in this most humbling tribute.

5

Les Falaises d'Arromanches

Free time for lunch at Arromanches. If you selected the option with the lunch included you will enjoy a 2-courses lunch with 1 drink. You can choose 1 of the following drinks: 12cl of wine, 25 cl of beer, Soft (soda), 50cl of Sparkling or Still water

6

Juno Beach

Stop at the Juno Beach Center, witness of the Canadian soldiers' struggle to end the Nazi tyranny. Time to return back to Paris! You will be dropped at the departure point by 8:00PM.

What's included / not included

Normandy D-Day expert licensed guideHotel pick-up (if the option is selected). The address must be in Paris (zip code starting with 75).Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned coach OR by minivan (if small group option selected)2-course lunch menu with drink (wine, beer, soft drink, or water) if small group option selectedGuided visit of the Pointe du HocFree time for lunch at Arromanches OR lunch at a booked restaurant (if small group option selected)Normandy day tour including visit of the American Cemetery and a photo-stop at Omaha Beach
Lunch (except if small group option selected)Restroom and WIFI on boardHotel drop-offGratuities

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Good to know

  • 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
  • Please note that we don't accept big luggages on the coach
  • Depending on the schedule, it may be possible to stop at Juno Beach. This stop is not guaranteed and will depend on the time available.
  • The duration mentioned on site may be changed on the day for operational reasons.

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