Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches Full-Day Tour from Paris
ID: GYG62060-86888
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Travel back to the days of World War II and visit the D-Day Landing Beaches of Normandy on a 12-hour tour from Paris. Learn about events leading up to and during the Allied invasion of 6 June 1944. See memorial sites, such as Omaha Beach.
Enjoy an unforgettable day trip from Paris, and visit the Normandy Landing Beaches, where the outcome of changed World War II and the future of Europe forever. Learn about the dramatic events of 6 June 1944, with round-trip minibus transfers from Paris.
Drive through the Normandy countryside to discover some of the most significant sites of the campaign. During the day, you will go to Omaha Beach, see the German Bunkers, visit Operation Overlord Museum, and travel to Pointe du Hoc. Best-known as the site of the heroic assault by U.S. Rangers on D-Day, Pointe du Hoc lies 4 miles (6.4 kilometers) west of Omaha Beach.
Gaze in wonder at more than 10,000 white crosses that mark the fallen soldiers in the American Cemetery. Whether you’re a history buff, curious about this very important battle, or have some personal connection to the D-Day landings, your guide will help bring the battle fields to life, telling unique stories of the soldiers who fought and died to put an end to Hitler’s plans for Europe and the world.
Highlights
- Explore the D-Day Landing Beaches of Normandy
- Visit the American Cemetery, and gaze in wonder at more than 10,000 white cross graves
- Go to the beach where US and British soldiers fought and died to liberate Europe
- See one of the many Nazi bunkers that the allied troops had to neutralize
- Use military maps, plans, and photos from the D-Day campaign plans
- Learn about the affects this battle had on the liberation of France and the end of the war
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Tours operate rain or shine
• This is a small-group tour with a maximum of 8 participants
• The tour will return to Paris at around 20:00, depending on traffic
Food and tips are not included in the cost of this tour
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
6 Avenue de Wagram, 75008 Paris
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
