Normandy D-Day Beaches and American Cemetery Day Trip from Paris
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.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Normandy, Normandy
Let us do the driving while you discover history. Your Normandy day trip from Paris starts with the 3-4-hour drive to France’s northwest coast. Your journey will take through some scenery landscapes before you reach at 10am your first stop.
Stop At: Omaha Beach, Avenue de la Liberation, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer France
Omaha Beach: one of the toughest american landings. You will know all about the American assault during the Early hours hours of June 6, 1944, one of the most longstanding examples of American military triumph and also an event synonymous with death and destruction.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer, 14710 Colleville-sur-Mer France
You will then be able to pay your respects in the eery calm of the American Cemetery and Memorial, where nearly 10,000 US military war dead lie in this most humbling tribute.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Les Falaises d'Arromanches, Baie d'Arromanches, Arromanches-les-Bains France
Free time for lunch at Arromanches
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema, Chemin du Calvaire, 14117 Arromanches-les-Bains France
You will complete your day either with a stop at the old artificial port in
Arromanches, used to supply the landed troops. Visit the 360 Museum of the landing, admission included.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Juno Beach, Saint-Aubin-Sur-Mer France
Stop at the Juno Beach Center, witness of the Canadian soldiers' struggle to end the Nazi tyranny.
Time to return back to Paris!
You will be dropped at the departure point by 8:00PM.
Duration: 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"The coach journey from Paris to Normandy takes approximately 3 - 4 hours and you will spend 5 hours in Normandy itself"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Possibility to buy souvenirs at Arromanches"
"Toilets are available at the American Cementery, 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"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience 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"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duration: 13 Hours
Start location: 22 Rue Jean Rey, 75015 Paris, France
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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