Normandy D-Day Small-Group Day Trip with Omaha Beach, Cemetery & Cider Tasting

Duration: 12 to 13 hours
Destination: France, Île-de-France, Paris
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  • 12 to 13 hours
  • Paris
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  • Cancellable

Overview

Visit the most important D-Day sites in Normandy on this small-group day trip from Paris. You'll walk on Omaha Beach, go inside of German bunkers, visit the Overlord Museum, peer over the 110ft tall seaside cliffs at the Pointe du Hoc, and pay your respects to those who sacrificed it all at the American Cemetery. In order to bring a little sweetness to your visit you also enjoy a local Normandy Hard Cider tasting.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Omaha Beach, Avenue de la Liberation, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer France

Omaha Beach was known to be the most difficult military objective when the invasion of Normandy was being planned. In order to be sure that the Allied forces took it the youngest and most foolhardy soldiers were assigned to it, most of them were American. You'll walk on the same sands as them and learn about their acts of heroism and sacrifice.


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Overlord Museum - Omaha Beach, Rond-Point d'acces du Cimetiere Americain Lotissement Omaha Center, 14710 Colleville-sur-Mer France

Operation Overlord was the code name given to the Allied Invasion of northwest Europe. This museum has an unequaled collection of military equipment that was used to either defend or attack the coast of Normandy. Such as a full-sized authentic Higgins boat, with its front flap down, and impressive Sherman and Panzer tanks.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer, West of Arromanches-les-Bains, Longues-sur-Mer France

This German Battery has a fully intact Command Bunker and 3 other bunkers that are still armed with huge 150 mm guns today. You'll climb inside the bunkers with your guide and find out what happened on the morning of D-day from the Axis perspective. Learning about Rommel's defenses known as the "Atlantic Wall".

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Domaine de l’Hostréière, 77 Rte du Cimetiere Americain, 14710 Colleville-sur-Mer, France

For lunch, you will stop at a mom-and-pop style restaurant such as the l'Hostéière. On the coast, there are no fancy restaurants. There are only little places with fresh local foods such as salads, omelets, barbecued meats, and crepes. We do not include your lunch in our tour price. You can pick whatever you want from the menu. Plan on spending 10-20€.



Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Pointe du Hoc, 14450 Cricqueville-en-Bessin France

The Pointe-du-Hoc was a strategic German defensive point that had huge guns pointed towards both Omaha and Utah Beaches. On D-day, it was a top priority to capture. Here you will walk around huge bomb craters to the edge of a 110ft tall, seaside cliff. Learn how Rudders Rangers climbed it with rocket-powered grappling hooks and their bayonets.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer, 14710 Colleville-sur-Mer France

Here 9,388 white marble tombs stand in perfectly straight lines. You'll walk among the Crosses and Stars of David with your guide and pay your respects to those who sacrificed everything. You'll visit Medal of Honor winners and also the Niland brothers whose real-life story inspired the movie "Saving Private Ryan".

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Ferme de la Sapiniere, 12 route de Port en Bessin, 14710 Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer France

Before there was a war there were apple trees to tend in Normandy. The apple orchards in Normandy grow dozens of different varieties of apples and turn them into amazing apple juices, hard ciders, and strong liquor called Calvados. We'll stop at one of the local orchards and you'll get to taste some of Normandy’s famous Cider. We’ll pay for your tasting.

Duration: 20 minutes

Inclusions
  • Small Group Tour of 8 people maximum
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Expert Guide
  • Normandy Apple juice and Hard Cider tastings
  • Entrance fee for the Overlord Museum
  • Guaranteed to skip-the-line at the Overlord Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Overlord Museum - Omaha Beach
  • Entry/Admission - Ferme de la Sapiniere
  • Guaranteed to skip the lines

Exclusions
  • Food and drinks (except for the already mentioned Cider tasting)
  • Gratuities (aka: tips) In France they are called "Pour boire"
  • Entry/Admission - Domaine de l’Hostréière
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Small-Group Tour of 8 persons max
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Minimum age to participate in tour is 7 years old.
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • We cannot accommodate children younger than 7 years old.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Departure Point

6 Av. de Wagram, 75008 Paris, France


Departure Time

07:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

12 to 13 hours

For a full refund, cancel at least 3 days in advance of the start date of the experience.

User's Reviews

Parbru

08 Feb, 2023

We booked a tour from Blue Fox led by Guillaume. He’s very knowledgeable of the Normandy area history and as we visited various D-Day sites he shared informative details that helped bring that historic time to life. Very professional driver (important when one is in the vehicle for several hours), thoughtful about rest stops and breaks during the tour. Flexible to meet the needs of our small group. Highly recommend as it was a memorable experience!

suetyingw2023

30 Jan, 2023

Gabriel is a very friendly and informative guide! We enjoyed the trip very much! The weather was not perfect that day, rainy with stronf wind..., but Gabriel is super professional, he was still energetic and delivered stories/ histories at every spots. A nice trip to join!

Felix_G

23 Jan, 2023

The entire trip was memorable. Our guide Jonathan was very informative and fun at the same time. We loved it!

justinj31solotrip

20 Jan, 2023

This tour was perfect start to finish. Jonathan is a great guide( give him a raise) . We did everything as listed without feeling rushed. Very informative

Stephen_S

12 Jan, 2023

Our guide, Jonathan was great! Amazing & heartfelt tour. Disappointed no gift/souvenir shops open January in the Normandy region. Luckily was able to pick a few things up at a service station. But overall, 10/10. Steve

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