Normandy Day Trip from Paris with D-Day Beaches & Lunch

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Highlights

  • Travel through the beautiful Norman countryside to the landing beaches of WWII

  • Visit Utah Beach Museum, built on the beach where the first American soldiers landed

  • Visit the famous Pointe Du Hoc Battlefield, where you can explore the ruins of bunkers and pillboxes.

  • Spend time on your own to appreciate the sacrifice of war while you look down on Omaha Beach

  • Enjoy a Norman-style lunch break at an authentic regional restaurant

  • Explore the Normandy countryside and stop for a cider and calvados tasting

Summary

Relive the breathtaking history of WWII with this remarkable experience. Travel to the famous sites of Normandy from Paris as your expert guide uncovers the incredible events of D-Day. Partake in a Norman-style lunch as well as a local cider tasting.  

Tour info

Duration
14 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

1 Place du Trocadero et du 11 novembre, Architecture Museum at the Palais de Chaillot, Paris, Île-de-France, 75016, FR

Hyatt Regency Paris Étoile, 3 Pl. du Général Kœnig, 75017 Paris, France

Église Notre-Dame de Compassion, Place du Général Kœnig, Paris, France

Dropoff location

Département de Paris, Trocadéro, Paris, Île-de-France, 75116, FR

Porte Maillot, Boulevard André Maurois, Paris, France

Why take this tour?

Remember the victories and the losses of the D-Day landings firsthand with a tour of Normandy’s four most significant World War II sites. Your expert guide will look back on the breathtaking events that occurred on the infamous D-Day as you visit a museum within a German bunker on Utah Beach. Walk along the memorials of 10,000 fallen soldiers at the American Cemetery with a poignant view over Omaha Beach — where Allied forces faced deadly odds. As your guide turns back the hands of time in extraordinary fashion, explore the region’s rich history while partaking in a culinary experience that features a two-course lunch and a local apple cider tasting. Join us on this truly unparalleled and moving adventure through time. 

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What’s included?

  • Expert, English-speaking tour guide

  • Entrance ticket and reservation fee for all sites visited

  • Return transportation in an air-conditioned coach

  • Lunch, including one glass of cider

  • Cider tasting (except on Sunday)

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

  • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance

  • We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours

  • Please note that the cider tasting is not available on Sunday

  • Please inform us of any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Before you go

  • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure

  • Our City Wonders guides will be holding a sign at the meeting point for easy recognition

  • Please note that due to the venue’s annual closure from December 1st to mid-December 2023, the stop at Utah Beach Museum is replaced by a visit of the Overlord Museum

Cancellation Policy

    This tour is subject to a 24-hour cancelation policy. If you wish to cancel or amend your booking, you can do so without charge by contacting us up to 24 hours in advance of your expected departure time.

Redemption information

    Please note that Paris will host the 2024 Olympics from July 26th to August 11th, followed by the Paralympics from August 28th to September 8th. This may have an impact on our travel plans. While we are committed to minimizing any sort of inconvenience, please be aware that unforeseen issues may arise. We will make every effort to navigate challenges and ensure a smooth experience for you.
    • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
    • For help with meeting points or other urgent issues, please phone 0033 1 70371426.
    • Our City Wonders guides will be holding a sign at the meeting point for easy recognition.
    • This tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
    • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.
    • Some sites visited lack shade and can be hot under direct sunlight. We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen and a bottle of water in warm weather. The beach sites are often windy so a light sweater is also recommended.
    • France’s tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the Line Access and careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hours.
    • Please inform us of any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.

    DISCLAIMER:
    • Please be aware that the cider tasting is not available on Sunday.
    • Please note that due to the venue’s annual closure from December 1st to mid-December 2023, the stop at Utah Beach Museum is replaced by a visit of the Overlord Museum.
    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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Created for travel enthusiasts with inquisitive minds, City Wonders is a global tour operator specializing in exclusive and expert tours throughout Italy, France, Spain and the UK. Its intimate tours and day trips invite travelers to go beyond sightseeing, bringing the wonders of each destination to life through behind-the-scene experiences. All City Wonders tours are guided by local experts that know the ins and outs of their city.

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