Guided tour from Utah Beach to Omaha Beach with Jeep immersion
Description
The discovery day is different from the others: it includes a day aboard a van, as well as a one-hour immersive experience in a Willys jeep. Aboard a comfortable 9-seater van, discover the Normandy landing beaches with a local guide. From Utah Beach to the Colleville-sur-Mer cemetery, via the areas where the American paratroopers landed, it's a real trip back in time to discover these historic and moving places while receiving many personal anecdotes. of Norman soldiers and civilians. The best part of this visit? We suggest, for an hour, leaving the comfort of the van to discover the Normandy countryside and the landing zones of the paratroopers of the 101st airborne division aboard a real Willys jeep from the Second World War! What could be better than revving the jeep's engine to discover the shaded paths and sometimes little-known stories in the heart of the Normandy countryside?
Tour Options
Itinerary
Sainte-Marie-du-Mont and the paratroopers
Discover the history of the construction of the Atlantic Wall, the German forces present, and the day of June 6 at Utah Beach. Explore the beach, the place where General Theodore Roosevelt Jr landed and the monuments that were built from 1945, like that of the first special engineering brigade.
Thomas Meehan Crash Memorial
The visit to Sainte-Mère-Eglise and the paratrooper sector located around it will allow you to learn more about these two airborne divisions, the 101st and 82nd airborne divisions, well known from the series Band of Brothers produced by Steven Spielberg.
Discover Omaha Beach, or the infamous "Bloody Omaha" beach, where thousands of American soldiers lost their lives. You certainly know this beach from the film “Saving Private Ryan”.
It is in this immense and impressive cemetery that 9,388 American soldiers killed during the Battle of Normandy are currently buried. Reflect and discover the stories of these soldiers, who will rest in the land of freedom for eternity.
Taking and destroying Pointe du Hoc, an impressive German battery located at the top of a cliff, is the mission of the American rangers. Discover the history of this battle, walk through the bomb craters which are still clearly visible in the landscape, and discover how the Germans lived in these bunkers.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
If your hotel is located around Bayeux, Carentan, Sainte-Mère-Eglise, we will pick you up directly from your hotel.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(22)
Great experience! Highly recommend - we did a lot in one day. Got picked up at our hotel in Bayeaux, visited Omaha, Utah, American cemetery and drove around little villages as we reflected on what life may have been like.
Outstanding tour. Recommend highly.
It is a full day of all the most important sites on the area! The guide, Noé was excellent! He was so enthusiastic and told many interesting stories! He was so kind when I left my phone on the back of the van. He waited for us at an exit until we were able to reach him. This was after a very long day for him. Thank you!! The jeep ride was a lot of fun and a very different experience. The driver’s were personable and knowledgeable!! Highly try the tour!!
This is an absolute must do. We had a private guide in our jeep (family of 5) and he was so wonderful. Took us to all the sites, spent the whole day with us, teaching us and showing us so many amazing details and facts. You could tell this was his passion and it showed in the way he does the tour. This day was a highlight in our 10 day trip abroad. Highly recommend.
Hello Trevor, We truly appreciate your feedback and are so happy to hear that you loved the tour! Flavie and Thomas
We had a great time with Raphaelle. The tour was fantastic and very informative! I'd add that I was concerned the jeep portion would be kitschy but it wasn't at all. Instead it allowed us to see areas we wouldn't have been able to otherwise and to really get a feel for the environment. Would highly recommend!
It’s fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Raphaëlle. Thank you for taking the time to write a review!
Yes, every penny! I have never has such a fact filled, interesting, and overall satisfying experience. Your knowledge and presentations were interesting, informative, as all three of you (Noe, Tom, and Flavie) were absolutely fantastic and not sure anyone could have accommodated us any better. We apologize for the interrupting wth our many question and thank you for you kind patience when we did. The Jeep experience was incredible and exceeded our expectations. Thank you again and best wishes to all 3 of you. Warm regards, Tom, Nick, Nick Jr., and John
We’re grateful for your review and excited to know you had a wonderful time on the tour with us ! Thank you very much !! Flavie, Thomas, Noé and Raphaëlle.
Cannot say enough wonderful things about this tour company, and our guide Noe. The day was from 9-5:30. We opted for the jeep tour (after lunch) and got to meet one of the owners, Flavie. Her enthusiasm and passion were contagious. The jeep tour also took you places that the van couldn't go. There were 4 of us, and it was a private tour. And Noe - a walking history lesson with a great sense of humor and a hundred anecdotes that made the history come alive. A once-in-a-lifetime experience. You won't regret it.
Thanks a lot for your encouraging words! We're glad the tour left you with great memories.
Raphaelle was knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and her enjoyment of her work and of sharing her knowledge was obvious. Similarly, Flavie (jeep excursion) knew her facts and told us numerous anecdotes that broadened our understanding of the landings. Raphaelle gave us a wonderful day, with great insight into the battle for Normandy.
Thank you for your kind recommendation! We're so happy you enjoyed discovering the experience with us.
Our family had the most incredible experience with Normandy Discovery Tours. From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect. Our guide, Rafaelle, was outstanding — not only deeply knowledgeable about the history of WWII, but also wonderfully attentive to our kids, who had an endless stream of questions. She answered every one with patience, enthusiasm, and true passion for the subject. Her ability to bring history to life made the entire day unforgettable. We traveled in a beautiful private van that made the journey comfortable and easy, and one of the highlights was the WWII jeep ride — an amazing, unique experience that the kids (and adults!) absolutely loved. The itinerary was perfectly balanced: visiting both Utah and Omaha Beaches, the moving American Cemetery, charming local churches, and even stopping for a delicious lunch. Every stop was meaningful and gave us a deeper appreciation for the sacrifices made here. It’s clear Rafaelle loves what she does, and that passion shines through in every detail of the tour. We left not only better informed but truly touched by the experience. I cannot recommend Normandy Discovery Tours enough — especially for families. This was a day we’ll remember for a lifetime, and we feel so grateful we chose this company.
Wow what a nice comment !! Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We hope to welcome you again on another tour soon.
Great experience. Immersion with jeeps (very fun), fun, fun, great knowledge of the subject, it is clear that this work they are passionate about, it impresses to be in the historical sites and remember the facts. There were six of us, with four kids from 9 to 24, and they had a great time and learned a lot. Congratulations.
Thank you for your generous comments. We're delighted you had such an enjoyable tour.
