Private guided British D-Day Tour from Bayeux

5.0 (19 reviews) Bayeux, France
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Duration8h - 9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Dutch
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

On this full day tour of the British sectors on D-Day, we will visit the following sites: Pegasus Bridge, Hillman strongpoint, Sword Beach, Gold Beach, Arromanches/Mulberry Harbour, Longues-sur-Mer Gun Battery, British War Cemetery at Bayeux. At most sites there will be some free time for you to take photos, use restrooms or grab a coffee.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Optional museum entry ticket

What to expect

  1. Pegasus Bridge
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Pegasus Bridge and Horsa Bridge
    Learn how glider assaults by men from the British 6th Airborne Division captured the bridges across the Caen Canal and Orne river.
  2. Hillman Site
    30m
    Hillman strongpoint
    This fortification was part of the German defence, positioned behind Sword beach on high ground. Learn how elements of the British 3rd Infantry Division overcame this obstacle.
  3. Sword Beach
    30m
    Sword Beach
    The Eastern landing beach of the invasion was to be assaulted by the 3rd Infantry Division. Hear about the German defence system and the British plan of attack that would smash into them.
  4. 1h
    Gold Beach
    We visit the second British landing sector and see how the men of the 50th Infantry Division were able to break through.
  5. Vestiges du Port de Mulberry
    30m
    Arromanches
    Here we will see the remains of the Mulberry artificial harbour.
  6. Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer
    1h
    Longues-sur-Mer Gun Battery
    This large German gun battery still has its original artillery pieces in place.
  7. Bayeux War Cemetery
    45m
    British War Cemetery at Bayeux
    Time for reflection at the British War Cemetery, final resting place and memorial for 6452 soldiers.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

I will pick you from your accommodation in Bayeux or other location by prior agreement.

End point

I will pick you from your accommodation in Bayeux or other location by prior agreement.

Pickup details

I pick up from all hotels, B&Bs, guest houses, gîtes, airbnb's in Bayeux. Other locations are possible, please ask.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour is not suitable for children under the age of 8.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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