Normandy D-Day Beaches and American Cemetery Day Trip from Paris
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up (if the option is selected). The address must be in Paris (zip code starting with 75).
- Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned coach OR by minivan (if small group option selected)
- 2-course lunch menu with drink (wine, beer, soft drink, or water) if small group option selected
- Free time for lunch at Arromanches OR lunch at a booked restaurant (if small group option selected)
- Normandy day tour including visit of the American Cemetery and a photo-stop at Omaha Beach
- Guided visit of the Pointe du Hoc
- Normandy D-Day expert licensed guide
- Lunch (except if small group option selected)
- Restroom and WIFI on board
- Hotel drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the options “Hotel Pick Up & Guide” and “Guided & Hotel Pick Up”.
Paris
France
Please add hotel name and adress in your booking (if option Pick-up option selected); please note that the meeting point needs to be in Paris (zip code must starts by 75).
For the options “Small Group”, “English Guided Tour”, “Small Group (<19p) + Lunch” and “Guided”.
18 Avenue de Suffren
75015 Paris, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Normandy (pass by)
Pointe du Hoc
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Omaha Beach
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Les Falaises d'Arromanches
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Juno Beach
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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 Cemetery, 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 we don't accept big luggages on the coach
- Depending on the schedule, it may be possible to stop at Juno Beach. This stop is not guaranteed and will depend on the time available.
- The duration mentioned on site may be changed on the day for operational reasons.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-2050NP
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- This tour 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.
- Hotel pick-up (if the option is selected). The address must be in Paris (zip code starting with 75).
- Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned coach OR by minivan (if small group option selected).
- 2-course lunch menu with drink (wine, beer, soft drink, or water) if small group option selected.
- Free time for lunch at Arromanches OR lunch at a booked restaurant (if small group option selected).
- Normandy day tour including visit of the American Cemetery and a photo-stop at Omaha Beach.
- Guided visit of the Pointe du Hoc.
- Normandy D-Day expert licensed guide.
- Lunch (except if small group option selected).
- Restroom and WIFI on board.
- Hotel drop-off.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Normandy D-Day Beaches and American Cemetery Day Trip from Paris is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Normandy D-Day Beaches and American Cemetery Day Trip from Paris will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Hotel pick-up (if the option is selected). The address must be in Paris (zip code starting with 75).
- Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned coach OR by minivan (if small group option selected)
- 2-course lunch menu with drink (wine, beer, soft drink, or water) if small group option selected
- Free time for lunch at Arromanches OR lunch at a booked restaurant (if small group option selected)
- Normandy day tour including visit of the American Cemetery and a photo-stop at Omaha Beach
- Guided visit of the Pointe du Hoc
- Normandy D-Day expert licensed guide
- Lunch (except if small group option selected)
- Restroom and WIFI on board
- Hotel drop-off
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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 Cemetery, 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 we don't accept big luggages on the coach
- Depending on the schedule, it may be possible to stop at Juno Beach. This stop is not guaranteed and will depend on the time available.
- The duration mentioned on site may be changed on the day for operational reasons.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
