Take a poignant, memorable day trip from Paris to visit the Normandy battlefields and landing beaches of World War II. You'll visit famous wartime sites and the American cemetery, spend time on the historic beaches and gain invaluable insights into the wartime experience of the Allied soldiers and the French citizens they liberated.
- Fully narrated tour
- Comprehensive tour by bus/coach
- All entrance fees included
- Lunch included
Your drive through the picturesque Normandy countryside takes you to the Caen Memorial, devoted to illustrations and films about the Second World War and the Normandy landings of June 1944.
After lunch at the Memorial, visit the Pointe du Hoc, a German defense position that was heroically taken by US soldiers during World War II. Continue to the American cemetery of Saint-Laurent, the final resting place of almost 10,000 soldiers. You will also have free time at Omaha Beach to reflect on the site's moving history and visit the Omaha Beach Visitor Center, which describes the American soldiers' operations on the famous beach in June 1944.
Before returning to Paris, stop at the Canadian Memorial at Juno beach and Arromanches to see the remains of the artificial landing harbor that was built by the Allies in less than 15 days.
Schedule details
American War Cemetery, Normandy
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Departure Point:
Central Paris. The closest metro stations are Tuileries, Palais Royal or Pyramides (Line 1, 7, 14).Departure Time:
- 7:00am
Return Details:
Returns to original departure point at approximately 9.30pmPricing information
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Tour options:
Standard Tour (50 people) with English-speaking guide Transportation by motorcoach - maximum 50 people with commentary from your expert guide. No hotel pickup or drop off.
Conducted in English
Standard Tour & Hotel Pickup Transportation by motorcoach - maximum 50 people with commentary from your expert guide. Includes central Paris hotel pickup and drop off.
Conducted in English
Small Group Tour (8 people) Transportation by minivan - maximum 8 people with commentary from expert guide. Includes central Paris hotel pickup and drop off.
Conducted in English
Additional information
Pont du Hoc, Normandy
Inclusions:
- Entrance fees
- Lunch including drinks
- Roundtrip transportation to Normandy
- Professional guide
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drink, unless specified
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- The coach journey from Paris to Normandy takes approximately 3 - 4 hours and you will spend 4 hours in Normandy itself
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