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Normandy D-day landing beaches & Caen Memorial Private Tour

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On average, this is booked 19 (0) days in advance.
13 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Dedicated to turning your travel wishes into reality, ensuring a personalised and seamless experience tailored to your preferences. We strive to accommodate special requests and make every journey unforgettable.

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Immerse yourself in World War II history for a day and feel the suffering and sorrow of the most devastating war in human history. Gain fascinating insights from your guide into the sacrifices of Allied soldiers and the French citizens they liberated.

Professional guide and driver will do everything possible and impossible to make your experience unforgettable. We are adapting to your wishes and we offer skip the lines with the fast tickets. You will have Comfortable air-conditioned cars during the pick-up from the hotel or even the airport.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch
  • Tips for the guide & the driver
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Normandy (pass by)

*07:30 Departure Pick-up from your hotel. The journey takes 3 hours with a possible stop at a rest area along the way.
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Memorial de Caen

10:30 - 12:15 Caen Memorial and Museum visit. The Caen Museum, situated in the British Sword Beach sector, stands out as France's premier World War II museum. It offers a comprehensive insight into the Battle of Normandy, capturing both the strategic overview and the personal experiences of those involved. Visitors can delve into this history through a gripping 19-minute film featuring authentic archival footage.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema

12:45 - 13:30 360 Arromanches 360 circular cinema The Circular Cinema Located on the heights of Arromanches overlooks the remains of one of the two artificial ports installed by the Allies. 20 minutes film.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Arromanches-les-Bains

13:30 - 14.30 Lunch break and visit of Arromanches-les-Bains town. Arromanches, a quaint coastal town renowned for its former artificial Mulberry Harbour, holds a central position in the British Gold Beach landing zone, serving as a crucial site during the D-Day landings.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Normandy American Cemetery

15.30 - 16:30 Normandy American Cemetery or Bayeux British war cemetery or Bény-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery We can arrange visits to a cemetery, depending on your country of origin.For example Normandy American Cemetery: It reunites the graves of 9,387 soldiers fallen in combat. The chapel, Memorial and the Walls of the Missing and garden complete the site. The cliffs leading down to the beaches contain the remnants of the German defences, including concrete casemates with memorials to the soldiers.
 Learn about the huge sacrifice made by the 34 000 men who landed here on D-Day on a guided tour. Omaha Beach is the most popular travellers destination of the D-Day Beaches.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Omaha Beach

Walk on the beach that was a witness of the most bloody landing out of all 5 beaches.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Pointe du Hoc

*17:00 - 18:00 German batteries parts of the Atlantic Wall Pointe du Hoc, a key strategic post between Omaha and Utah beaches, housed German bunkers during World War II. Today, remnants of these bunkers still stand, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. or Longues-sur-Mer battery, located along the Normandy coast, was a significant German artillery site during World War II. Today, visitors can explore the well-preserved bunkers, providing insight into the coastal defenses of the time.
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50 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Normandy (pass by)

*21:00 Return to Paris Drop off at your hotel. The day full of history and memorable sites is ending, but we will be happy to meet you again.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Normandy D-day landing beaches & Caen Memorial Private Tour?

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

Cancellation Policy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Normandy D-day landing beaches & Caen Memorial Private Tour?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • WiFi on board.
  • All Fees and Taxes.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Tips for the guide & the driver.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Normandy D-day landing beaches & Caen Memorial Private Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Once 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.

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  • Bottled water
  • WiFi on board
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Tips for the guide & the driver

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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