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Normandy D-Day Beaches: Immersive Small-Group Tour from Paris

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Overview

Relive D-Day: An Immersive Normandy Experience with a Passionate Expert

Step into history on a thoughtfully crafted full-day D-Day experience for travelers seeking depth, authenticity, and emotional connection.

Travel in a comfortable luxury van in a small group and explore the most significant D-Day sites alongside a D-Day specialist who brings history to life through powerful storytelling, authentic archival recordings, and unique historical insights.

What Makes This Experience Special

Small-Group Experience – Maximum 7 guests for a personal and relaxed atmosphere

D-Day Specialist – Deep knowledge of the region and its history

Immersive Archival Audio – Authentic radio broadcasts, speeches and soldiers' accounts

Carefully Selected Sites – The Normandy American Cemetery, Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Arromanches, the Overlord Museum and more

Lunch Break in a Local Village – Free time to enjoy lunch in a traditional Norman setting

A day to remember. A story to honor. Book now.

What's Included

  • Small Group Tour
  • Entrance Ticket to the Overlord Museum
  • Round trip transportation
  • Lunch Lunch in a typical norman restaurant is not included in the tour price
  • No hotel pickup or drop-off services. Tour is leaving from the meeting point.
  • Gratuities (Tips)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

1 Place du Maréchal Juin
75017 Paris, France

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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Paris (pass by)

Your D-Day journey begins in Paris. Travel in a comfortable minivan through the French countryside toward Normandy. Along the way, your expert guide sets the scene for June 6, 1944, bringing Operation Overlord to life through compelling stories, historical insights, and original archival audio.
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Vestiges du Port de Mulberry

Discover one of the greatest engineering achievements of World War II: the artificial Mulberry Harbor built to supply the Allied forces after D-Day. Standing on the shores of Arromanches, see the remains of this extraordinary structure and understand how it helped sustain the liberation of Normandy and the advance across Europe.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Omaha Beach

Walk the sands of Omaha Beach, where American troops faced the bloodiest fighting of D-Day. Standing where the first waves came ashore, listen to the voices of veterans who survived that morning, and discover how a landing that came close to failure was turned around by the courage and initiative of small groups of men.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Normandy American Cemetery

Overlooking Omaha Beach, the Normandy American Cemetery is one of the most moving memorials of World War II. Walk among nearly 9,389 white headstones, visit the memorial and the Walls of the Missing, where 1,557 names are engraved, and take a quiet moment of remembrance.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grandcamp-Maisy

Take some free time to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, explore the picturesque harbor, or simply soak up the coastal atmosphere before continuing your D-Day journey. Lunch is not included.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Pointe du Hoc

Stand atop the cliffs where Lt. Col. James Rudder’s Rangers climbed under fire on D-Day, only to find the guns had been moved inland, where they tracked them down and destroyed them. Walk among the bunkers and bomb craters that still scar this dramatic headland.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Overlord Museum - Omaha Beach

Explore an outstanding collection of World War II vehicles, weapons and personal objects, from Sherman tanks to German artillery. Life-size scenes retrace the Battle of Normandy, from the landings to the liberation, through the eyes of both soldiers and civilians.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Normandy

Hidden Gem: Depending on the day's itinerary, your guide will take you to a lesser-known historical site, a dramatic coastal viewpoint, or a charming Norman village. A special discovery that adds a personal touch to your D-Day experience.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Paris (pass by)

Relax on the journey back to Paris after a memorable day exploring the Normandy D-Day sites. Return to the original meeting point at approximately 8 PM, with lasting memories of the places, stories, and people who shaped history.
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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
  • Open to all generations: Enjoy this tour with the whole family! Suitable for ages 7 to 99.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are suggested A warm coat for winter, a raincoat for summer.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Normandy D-Day Beaches: Immersive Small-Group Tour from Paris?

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).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. 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 (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Normandy D-Day Beaches: Immersive Small-Group Tour from Paris?
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).
  • 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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Small Group Tour.
  • Entrance Ticket to the Overlord Museum.
  • Round trip transportation.
  • Luxury Van with air conditioning.
  • Hidden Gem.
  • Knowledgeable Local English-Speaking Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. Lunch in a typical norman restaurant is not included in the tour price.
  • No hotel pickup or drop-off services. Tour is leaving from the meeting point.
  • Gratuities (Tips).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

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 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 7. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

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?
A:

Accessibility information for the Normandy D-Day Beaches: Immersive Small-Group Tour from Paris is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Normandy D-Day Beaches: Immersive Small-Group Tour 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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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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What's Included

Activity name

  • Small Group Tour
  • Entrance Ticket to the Overlord Museum
  • Round trip transportation
  • Luxury Van with air conditioning
  • Hidden Gem
  • Knowledgeable Local English-Speaking Guide
  • LunchLunch in a typical norman restaurant is not included in the tour price
  • No hotel pickup or drop-off services. Tour is leaving from the meeting point.
  • Gratuities (Tips)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • 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
  • Open to all generations: Enjoy this tour with the whole family! Suitable for ages 7 to 99.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are suggested A warm coat for winter, a raincoat for summer.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

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