Normandy American D-Day Experience - Group tour from Bayeux

5.0 (1,747 reviews) Bayeux, France
Duration8h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 21 travelers

Overview

Full day sightseeing tour of the American sectors of the D-Day Normandy invasion + Airborne Museum. An experienced English speaking guide will show you the battlefield sites and explain in detail the events that occurred.

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • Entry/Admission - Airborne Museum
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Maximum of 20 passengers per tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Bayeux Shuttle - Departure point
    5m
    We like to run on schedule and if you are not at the departure point by the advertised boarding time, we will depart.
    There will be others on board that have arrived as requested and we do not want to impact their experience. If you do arrive late, you will need to take a cab at your own expense to catch up with the tour. We strongly advise you to arrive early for the tour as no refunds will be considered if you miss the service.
  2. 45m
    You will be given a great overview of the beach landings that took place on Omaha Beach on June 6th, 1944. After which, you will have around 15 minutes free time to walk on the sand (depending on tidal conditions) where American forces landed on D-Day.
  3. Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer
    45m
    The guide will lead you into the incredible American Cemetery and explain many key facts about when it was built, why it is located where it is and many of stories of the men and women who are buried here.

    You will be given around 45 minutes free time to explore on your own.
  4. Pointe du Hoc
    40m
    You will learn about the role of the American Rangers on D-Day who had to scale the cliffs at the Pointe-Du-Hoc to silence long range German guns.

    You will be given sufficient free time to explore on your own after the explanations given by your guide.
  5. Airborne Museum
    45m · Admission ticket included
    Included in the cost of your tour is a ticket to enter the impressive Airborne Museum. Your guide will give you sufficient time to tour this fantastic location that will give you a greater insight into the Airborne operation.
  6. Sainte-Mere-Eglise
    45m
    This small Norman town was situated on the main N13 road that linked Cherbourg to Bayeux and Caen. This was the main route that both Germans and Americans would need to mobilize much needed equipment during the battle of Normandy. Ste Mere Eglise was an objective for 82nd Airborne Paratroopers and has been made famous by the movie, The Longest Day. American Paratrooper John Steele was unfortunate to get caught on the church steeple during the drop.
  7. Pass by
    As we drive, we will show you some of the typical hedgerow terrain that the allies had to battle through. We will explain how the Germans utilized the countryside known as the "bocage" to their defensive advantage and how the allies overcame them.
  8. Utah Beach
    50m
    Your guide will give you a detailed account of the landings by the American 4th Infantry Division before allowing you some free time to explore the many monuments that are located here.
  9. Major Richard Winters Memorial
    Pass by
    We will stop briefly to show you one of our favorite's monuments in Normandy. Richard Winters was chosen to represent leadership due to his worldwide fame from the TV mini-series, Band of Brothers.
  10. Sainte-Marie-du-Mont
    Pass by
    We will take time to explain the significance of this beautiful small village. This was an objective for the 101st Airborne to help the forces landing on Utah Beach.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
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Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • If you are traveling with children, please note that everyone requires a seat. It is a legal requirement so please ensure you book a seat for each person taking the tour. It is forbidden to carry infants on your lap. When booking, please specify the age of the child and we will provide a car seat if require We do not accept children under 4 years old.
  • Large items of luggage are not permitted on board. Only small carry on cases or overnight bags will be accepted

Cancellation policy

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

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