- Pointe du Hoc - By the middle of 1940, German forces had built formidable defenses along the French coast. The Allies were concerned about 155mm German artillery positions on Pointe du Hoc as they could wreak havoc on the beaches of Utah and Omaha.\n\nLieutenant-Colonel James E. Rudder, commander of the 2nd Ranger Battalion, received the mission on June 06, 1944 at 6:30 a.m. to disembark and then climb the cliffs 30 meters high in order to destroy the 4 sheltered 155mm guns in bunkers.\n\nToday, the Pointe du Hoc site houses a monument honoring the sacrifice of American troops and is one of the places to commemorate the landing.\n\nPresident Ronald Reagan attended a ceremony to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the landing in June 1984.
- Private transportation
- Travel aboard comfortable, air-conditioned Minivan (Max 6)
- Admission to Overlord Museum at Omaha Beach
- Driver / guide fluent in French
- Pick-up and drop-off in Paris region
- Lunch Food and drinks
- Freebies (optional)
Embark on a private day journey to the historic battle locations of the Normandy Landing that took place on June 06, 1944, including La Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, the Overlord Museum, and the American Military Cemetery. Your departure point can be anywhere in Paris or its surrounding region.
Experience secure travel with your private group (up to 6 members) in an air-conditioned Minivan.
Take a leap into the past on this historic journey with your knowledgeable driver/guide to understand more about the happenings on June 6, 1944.
Witness the imposing German bunkers erected on the precipices over Omaha Beach.
Tour the Normandy American Military Cemetery guided by your guide, located above Omaha Beach.
Experience the Overlord Museum where a remarkable collection of armored military vehicles has been displayed around settings reenacting the ‘overlord’ operation in June 1944.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
