Full-Day American Battlefields and Sites of Normandy Tour from Bayeux

Highlights

In-depth guided tour of WWII sites in Normandy
Small-group tour makes for a more intimate experience
Learn detailed info about the war from your guide at each stop
Included round-trip transportation in a comfortable minivan from Bayeux

Summary

Begin your tour of the history-filled region of Normandy with pickup in Bayeux in an air-conditioned minivan. Your guide will be on hand to give you key facts and historical background, so you can get the most from your visits. During this intimate guided historical tour you revisit the triumphant wins and heavy losses of the war’s most memorable campaigns. You travel to Utah Beach, where the US Fourth Infantry Division made its assault, before making your way to the tiny nearby town of Sainte-Mère-Église, site of the American paratrooper landing on D-Day. At Point du Hoc, your guide explains how Americans scaled the cliffside, bringing to life the final days of battle. After your in-depth guided visits, enjoy free time to explore the American cemetery on your own, where you can look for graves and spend time in the visitor’s center before heading back to Bayeux for drop-off.

Tour info

Duration

8 hours

Why take this tour?

Normandy is a history-filled region in France located on the Atlantic coast. It is famous throughout the world as the site of key WWII battles, like the infamous D-Day landings of 1944. During this personalized private tour from Bayeux, you’ll revisit the days of French resistance, German occupation, and American support with stops at Utah Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the American cemetery.

What’s included?

Pickup from Bayeux train station or Place de Quebec in Bayeux only
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Local professional driver/guide
Entry/Admission - Sainte Mere Eglise
Entry/Admission - Airborne Museum
Entry/Admission - Utah Beach
Entry/Admission - Pointe du Hoc
Entry/Admission - Omaha Beach
Entry/Admission - Cimetière Américain de Colleville-sur-Mer
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 8h
Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Normandy Sightseeing Tours

About operator:

Focus on US battle sites in Normandy and hear the full story behind the World War II D-Day landings in one full day with this tour from Bayeux. There’s no worry about transportation as you journey to the American Cemetery, Omaha Beach, and other important sights by minivan, and learn details about each site in a personalized, small-group atmosphere. Several departure times and pickup from select locations adds ease.