Omaha Beach & American Cemetery: D-Day Discovery Tour
ID: GYG1438770-2196262
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Learn about the events of D-Day on a guided tour of Omaha Beach and the Normandy American Cemetery. Hear personal stories of the men who took part in the Normandy campaign.
Meet your guide at the WN62 (Widerstandsnest 62) parking area in Colleville-sur-Mer, overlooking Omaha Beach. Begin by observing the landscape and discovering why this part of the Normandy coast was so important on June 6, 1944.
Learn about the German defensive positions, the challenges faced by American troops as they landed on Omaha Beach, and the main events that shaped the battle. Using the landscape and the remains of the WN62 defensive position, your guide will help you understand what happened here through clear historical explanations and selected personal stories.
Continue on foot towards the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer. Discover the history and symbolism of this remarkable place of remembrance and hear selected stories of the men who took part in the Normandy campaign.
Highlights
- Learn about the events of D-Day on a guided tour of Omaha Beach
- Discover the history and symbolism of the Normandy American Cemetery
- Hear personal stories of the men who took part in the Normandy campaign
- See the remains of the WN62 defensive position and learn about its role
- Enjoy a clear, accessible introduction to Omaha Beach and its history
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Suitable for first-time visitors to the D-Day beaches
Provides essential historical context and key landmarks
Not a specialist half-day or full-day battlefield tour
Meet your guide at the WN62 (Widerstandsnest 62) parking area in Colleville-sur-Mer. Your guide will be waiting in the parking area wearing a visible professional tour guide badge. Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
INCLUDED
- 2-hour introductory walking tour
- Visit to Omaha Beach
- Visit to Normandy American Cemetery
- Historical explanations
- Personal stories
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
