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From Bayeux: 2-hour private sidecar tour in Normandy

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Bayeux, France
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2 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French
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Overview

During this 2-hour vintage sidecar tour, explore the essential and iconic D-Day sites in Normandy.

This exclusive experience will take you to Omaha Beach and its military cemetery.

Ride along the picturesque country roads that witnessed the crucial moments of June 6th, 1944.

Join us for a full immersion into history, where every turn brings you back to the epic story of D-Day.

What's Included

  • Vintage goggles
  • 1 to 2 passengers per sidecar (one person behind our driver and one person in the sidecar)
  • Rain gear
  • Lunch
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Pickup is included in Bayeux and the surrounding area (within a maximum radius of 5 km).

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Bayeux

Your Gentleman Sider (guide/driver) will meet you with his vintage sidecar at the pickup location of your choice, or at the parking lot of the Bayeux Battle of Normandy Museum, or at the Bayeux bus station.He will help you gear up with helmets, gloves, and retro goggles before getting you settled in.There will, of course, be stops along the way to take breaks and capture photos.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Port-en-Bessin-Huppain

AMERICAN SECTOR OPTION*This stop may be excluded if your guide estimates that there is not enough time left.*Liberated on June 8th, 1944 by the 47th Royal Marines Commando during Operation Overlord, Port-en-Bessin became, as early as June 16th, the central hub of a pipeline network of approximately 120 km designed to supply the Allied armies with fuel.By the end of August 1944, this system was expanded through Operation PLUTO, which involved laying underwater pipelines between the Isle of Wight and Querqueville near Cherbourg.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Omaha Beach

AMERICAN SECTOR OPTION*This stop may be excluded if your guide estimates that there is not enough time left.*Omaha Beach remains one of the most iconic D-Day landing sites, holding undeniable historical importance.Here, you will stand on the very sands where thousands of American soldiers bravely landed amid intense gunfire and artillery bombardment.Your guide will share moving accounts of the challenges the soldiers faced during this fierce battle.As you walk along the beach, take a moment to honor the memorials and reflect on the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought here.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer

AMERICAN SECTOR OPTIONThe Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, perched on a cliff overlooking Omaha Beach, offers a poignant and deeply moving tribute to the fallen soldiers.As you walk among the rows of white marble crosses and Stars of David, you will be filled with a profound sense of gratitude and respect for those who sacrificed their lives for freedom.Your guide will share stories about some of the individuals laid to rest here and provide meaningful insights into the significant impact of their sacrifices on the course of history.*During the low season, the cemetery closes early. Any tour starting at 4:00 PM will not be able to visit the cemetery.**Please note that starting in 2026, the visit to the Omaha Cemetery cannot be guaranteed.*
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Arromanches-les-Bains

BRITISH SECTOR OPTIONYour driver will take you to Arromanches-les-Bains.It was on this beach that, during the Battle of Normandy, immediately after D-Day on June 6th, 1944, the Allies established Mulberry B, a temporary artificial harbor designed to allow the landing of heavy equipment without waiting for the capture of deep-water ports such as Le Havre or Cherbourg (Cherbourg-en-Cotentin since 2016).Although located in the center of the Gold Beach landing zone, Arromanches was spared the worst of the fighting on D-Day.To ensure the harbor could be installed and made operational as quickly as possible, the beach needed to be preserved and the surrounding communication routes kept intact.British troops therefore landed further east, between Asnelles and Ver-sur-Mer, and liberated Arromanches by land on the evening of June 6th.The harbor was put into operation on June 14th.
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Longues-sur-Mer

BRITISH SECTOR OPTIONThe Longues-sur-Mer battery is one of the artillery batteries of the Atlantic Wall, located in the coastal commune of Longues-sur-Mer in the Calvados region.The site consisted of four long-range 150 mm naval guns, each protected by a reinforced concrete casemate, along with various installations used to operate and defend them. Situated in the Allied Normandy landing zone, between Omaha Beach and Gold Beach, the battery was subjected to intense aerial and then naval bombardment, preventing it from fully engaging on D-Day.It was captured the following day by British troops.Listed as a Historic Monument, it is in a very good state of preservation.The site is open to visitors and has become a popular stop on tours of the D-Day landing sites.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bayeux

Return to the starting point by the countryside.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Maximum of six people per booking, up to twelve upon request.
  • Minimum age to participate in the excursion: 4 years old.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Bayeux: 2-hour private sidecar tour in Normandy?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Vintage goggles
  • 1 to 2 passengers per sidecar (one person behind our driver and one person in the sidecar)
  • Rain gear
  • Anecdotes
  • Gloves
  • Helmets
  • Visit of the iconic sites
  • Lunch

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Maximum of six people per booking, up to twelve upon request.
  • Minimum age to participate in the excursion: 4 years old.
  • Please note that the cemetery’s opening hours may vary, and we may not be able to visit it after 4:00 PM.

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