Normandy D-Day Beaches and American Cemetery Day Trip from Paris
On your pilgrimage from Paris to Normandy, leave the details to us. In one unforgettable day, we’ll take you to experience history where it happened. What better way to honor the sacrifices that changed the course of WW2?You’ll visit legendary Omaha Beach and remnants of the Arromanches artificial harbor left by allied forces, and get fascinating insights into those fateful days, learning just some of the incredible stories at the Visitor Center. Take the Memorial Drive along Juno and Gold Beaches,names that will echo with meaning for all eternity. Pause to reflect in the solemn setting of the pristine American Cemetery. Your guide will bring memories to life and help you gain a special understanding of what the Allied soldiers faced and why French locals are still so grateful to the Liberation forces. If you want, when booking, upgrade to a small-group tour for a more personal experience.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Normandy, Normandy
Let us do the driving while you discover history. Your Normandy day trip from Paris starts with the 3-4-hour drive to France’s northwest coast. Your journey will take through some scenery landscapes before you reach at 10am your first stop.
Stop At: Omaha Beach, Avenue de la Liberation, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer France
Omaha Beach: one of the toughest american landings. You will know all about the American assault during the Early hours hours of June 6, 1944, one of the most longstanding examples of American military triumph and also an event synonymous with death and destruction.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer, 14710 Colleville-sur-Mer France
You will then be able to pay your respects in the eery calm of the American Cemetery and Memorial, where nearly 10,000 US military war dead lie in this most humbling tribute.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Les Falaises d'Arromanches, Baie d'Arromanches, Arromanches-les-Bains France
Free time for lunch at Arromanches
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Longues-sur-Mer, Longues-sur-Mer, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
The Longues-sur-Mer battery Longues-sur-Mer; also designated Widerstandsnes is a World War II German coastal artillery battery approximately 1 km (0.62 mi) north of the village of Longues-sur-Mer in Normandy, France. The battery is sited on a 60 m (200 ft) cliff overlooking the Baie de Seine and formed a part of Germany's Atlantic Wall coastal fortifications, between the Allied landing sectors of Gold Beach and Omaha Beach.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Juno Beach, Saint-Aubin-Sur-Mer France
Stop at the Juno Beach Center, witness of the Canadian soldiers' struggle to end the Nazi tyranny.
Time to return back to Paris!
You will be dropped at the departure point by 8:00PM.
Duration: 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"The coach journey from Paris to Normandy takes approximately 3 - 4 hours and you will spend 5 hours in Normandy itself"
"Toilets are available at the American Cementery, Juno Beach Center, at the comfort stop"
"A warm coat is recommended during the winter period, a raincoat during the summer and a good pair of walking / flat shoes are suggested to avoid discomfort"
"The itinerary and times may be subject to change depending on traffic conditions or changes in site"
"Please note that during the Olympic Games, and ONLY from July 18th to September 11th 2024, your tour will have a different meeting point. Please check the redemption instructions on your voucher for more information"
"The itinerary and times may be subject to change depending on traffic conditions or changes in site"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duración: 13 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: 22 Rue Jean Rey, 75015 Paris, France
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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