Take a fully guided day trip from Paris to Normandy and explore the most significant D-Day landing sites, where history was shaped by the bravery of Allied forces. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach and visit key World War II landmarks, including Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, and the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer.
Start your journey at Utah Beach, the first American landing site on June 6, 1944. Visit the Utah Beach Museum, housed in a former German bunker, to learn about the Normandy landings and see historic artefacts, including an original B-26 bomber.
Enjoy a pre-arranged lunch in a charming Normandy port town, allowing for a seamless experience without wasting time searching for a restaurant.
Next, visit Pointe du Hoc, one of the most dramatic D-Day battle sites. Walk through the preserved German bunkers and bomb craters, and stand at the clifftop where US Army Rangers made their daring assault under enemy fire.
Continue to Omaha Beach, the site of the fiercest battles on D-Day. Spend time walking along the historic sands, taking in the significance of the location where thousands of soldiers fought for victory.
The tour concludes at the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, the final resting place of nearly 10,000 American troops. Stroll through the peaceful grounds, visit the memorial and reflecting pool, and pay tribute to the heroes who sacrificed their lives for freedom.
With expert commentary, pre-arranged logistics, and a well-paced itinerary, this Normandy D-Day tour from Paris provides a deeply immersive and moving experience that brings history to life.