D-Day Beaches Half Day Tour: Insight into WWII History from Bayeux
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186 Ratings
Bayeux
Immerse yourself in the history of World War II with a half-day tour of the D-Day beaches in Normandy. Explore key battle sites, pay tribute at the Normandy American Cemetery, and learn about the sacrifices made during the war. Round-trip travel from Bayeux included.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Pointe du Hoc - Situated between the American sectors of Utah and Omaha, this key stronghold was stormed by the formidable 2nd Ranger Battalion US just minutes before the main landings on the beaches. The site has been preserved as it was when the troops left, leaving visitors in awe as their guide recounts, for instance, the experience of a bombardment during D-DAY.

  • Omaha Beach - Omaha Beach, in the American sector, saw the landing of the 1st and 29th American Infantry Divisions on June 6, 1944. It would later be known as “Bloody Omaha,” and the guide accompanying you will detail the experiences of these soldiers to help you feel the profound emotions that this beach evokes.

  • Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer - An iconic site of the D-Day beaches, this cemetery overlooks Omaha Beach and is deeply symbolic. Overwhelmed with emotion, you will learn about every aspect of this memorial site with your guide.

  • Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer - A German fortification in the British sector of Gold Beach, this is a symbol of the infamous Atlantic Wall. Here, you will understand the workings of a German battery and see the original cannons.

  • Vestiges du Port de Mulberry - Normandy is one of the regions with the highest tides in the world. During the Battle of Normandy, logistics could have been jeopardized if not for the British engineering feat of constructing floating harbors known as Mulberry. Only by seeing it can one grasp the immense significance it had in the outcome of the D-Day story.

What's Included
  • Transportation provided
  • Professional guide included
  • Drop-off service at your location
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Embark on this half-day trip from Bayeux that takes you through the significant D-Day landing beaches of Normandy, delving into the history of World War II in Europe. Accompanied by a guide, visit crucial battle locations such as Omaha as well as La Pointe du Hoc, and absorb the poignant history of World War II sacrifices. Pay tribute to the soldiers declared as missing in action at the Normandy American Cemetery, subsequently explore the German gun battery and the Mulberry Harbour. The tour, spanning 4.30 hours, also includes a round trip from Bayeux.

Your journey commences with a pickup at Bayeux Place du Quebec central at 1.30 pm. Following that, settle into your air-conditioned minivan, heading to the Normandy beaches where WWII U.S and British troops made their respective landings.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is formal
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Location
Place du Québec
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Louise_w
Apr 20, 2024
Very knowledgeable and passionate historian guide. - We had a tour with Thomas and, as luck would have it, we were the only two. Thomas is perhaps the most passionate and informative tour guide for the topic of our keen interest, that of the D-Day invasion and events of the time. But what surprised us was his deep understanding and desire to know more of the actual soldiers who fought. We have a relative who fought and ultimately gave his life during this period and it meant much to have such an interested guide. We feel lucky. Thank you very much. And, we would dearly appreciate any additional information Thomas might find regarding our relative’s actual places of service, etc.
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Pamela_b
Apr 14, 2024
Excellent tour of the DDay Beaches - Excellent tour of the DDay beaches and American cemetery Our tour guide David was very informative and gave us lots of time to visit the beaches. Also timed it so we could hear taps play at the lowering of the flag at the cemetery. Highly recommend
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Jennifer_m
Apr 13, 2024
Fun and informative - The tour guide Eliza was incredible. She helped us with parking which was limited and her extensive knowledge of the history of the area combined with stories of her family’s personal history made for a very personal and informative tour.
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Barbaracx3835yd
Apr 10, 2024
Extremely informative and worthwhile - We had the pleasure of doing the half-day tour with Marion today, and it was extremely thorough and informative and well worth our time and money. I highly recommend this tour and our teenage boys got a lot out of it as did my husband and I
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Michael_m
Apr 4, 2024
Fantastic guide! - Marion from Good Beach tours was amazing! Fantastic depth of knowledge and was able to keep both the children and adults engaged for the whole experience. The half day tour was especially great for families with smaller children and if you pick the afternoon tour it is very simple to take a train from Paris in the am and return in the evening. If you have more time definitely explore Bayeux or do the full day tour and I’m sure they won’t disappoint.
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Miriam_l
Apr 1, 2024
Memorable and Moving - Hearing the back history of that fateful day and visiting the sites were powerful. Our guide did an excellent job sharing so much history and knowledge.
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Stephanie_d
Mar 26, 2024
A perfect half day, historical tour with an amazing guide - An amazingly educational and memorable experience for my daughters and myself. Our guide, Julie, was top notch— a wealth of knowledge, open and responsive to our many questions. We managed to see and learn quite a bit- from Utah Beach to the American Cemetery (along with the lowering of the American flags ceremony) and British DDay beaches with a walk through a bunker. I think this is an important tour and am so grateful to Julie for giving us a moving, historical experience, sharing stories that we will always remember. c'est ce qu'elle a dit. Thank you, Julie! Merci beaucoup!
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Kathryn_b
Mar 26, 2024
Worth every penny - Highly recommend this tour. We often visit tourist sites without participating in a formal tour but exploring Normandy beaches with a knowledgeable guide greatly enriches the experience. Our guide expertly brought the battles to life through the eyes of a soldier and the strategists who planned the D-Day invasion from both the perspectives of the allied forces and the germans.
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Michael_s
Mar 20, 2024
Wonderful 1/2 day at Normandy - The whole trip was memorable! Wonderful guide (Mariam) along with her trainees were polite and knowledgeable. They were especially patient as we had my late 80 year old in laws. The weather cleared up making the scenery beautiful.
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Jody_s
Apr 9, 2024
Worthwhile - Our guide was a lovely young lady named Lauren. Our group was small, just 6 of us, all Americans. Her knowledge base was very good and she shared a lot of information with us. I had a little trouble with her accent from time to time but she was happy to repeat and/or re-explain. We made several stops, the last one of which was the American Cemetery. It was a peaceful and thought-provoking way to end the day.
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