Normandy D-Day Private Tour with Omaha Beach from Paris

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. Jozef was a great guide who made this a wonderful experience. I surprised my husband with this tour for Father's Day. He was able to gain perspective of things he had only seen in documentaries and read about. It was obvious Jozef had studied the content and spoken with locals to give a realistic representation of what actually happened. Highly recommend the expense of this private tour for the length of the drive from Paris as well. We had plenty of space to rest if we chose, and Jo had plenty of conversation for those who wanted to chat.

Jozef was wonderful guide. His deep knowledge of events and circumstances coupled with a gift for storytelling made this a highlight of our France trip. His deep knowledge of paratrooper activities, landing locations, and stories (uplifting and not), painted a picture i didn't anticipate experiencing. Well worth the effort to go, and most especially with Jozef.

We had an amazing two days with Jozef. He was very knowledgeable and brought the entire area and experience to life with his stories and descriptions. He worked hard to research and find a special monument to a great uncle who had been on a US plane which crashed as it dropped troops. Amazing. In addition, his ability to communicate with all of our family (ages from 52 to 84) was very special and appreciated. He was able to also set us up with great meals and hotels. We will use him again for sure.

Jozeph was an amazing guide. Right from the first moment he was energetic and engaging. His thoughtfulness and knowledge made the day truly special for my wife and I. If you are considering this I assure you you will enjoy every minute of the day!

Our tour of Normandy with Jozef was nothing short of life-changing. Beyond his incredible knowledge of the D-Day landings and the history of the region, Jozef went above and beyond by researching two of our family friends who died during the war. He didn't just show us the sites; he helped us find their stories and honor their memory in a way we never could have done alone. His dedication, empathy, and attention to detail are unmatched. If you want a guide who truly cares about the human element of history, book Jozef.

Our experience in Normandy was truly unforgettable thanks to our exceptional guide, Jozef. His depth of knowledge was impressive, but what really set him apart was his storytelling. Each site came alive through detailed, moving, and often entertaining stories that kept us completely engaged. He struck the perfect balance between historical insight and personal connection, making the experience both educational and enjoyable. You can tell he is passionate about the history of the region, and that passion shines through in every story he tells. We left with a much deeper understanding of Normandy’s history — and with many memorable moments we’ll be talking about for years. Highly, highly recommend!

We wanted a full-day tour of the Normandy beaches, in a private car, with a French-speaking guide (my wife is a retired French teacher, and my French is serviceable). We got this and much more. Our guide, Emilie, picked us promptly at 6:30am in the heart of Paris (3rd arrondissement) and drove directly to the western edge of Omaha beach (where the German cemetery and Pointe du Hoc are located). We stopped along the autoroute for coffee and to stretch our legs. When we arrived at the first site, she guided us through the German cemetery explaining that the black grave markers were customary in German burial places, not a comment on the soldiers. We went next to the Pointe du Hoc, where she gave us an extensive tour of the look-out bunker and surrounding fortifications. Next, we walked along Omaha beach in the area surrounding the monuments at Vierville-sur-Mer, again with detailed explanations of what we were seeing. We took a quick lunch of sandwiches, eaten on the seawall, then continued our tour. When we got to the American cemetery (Colleville-sur-Mer), she walked us through the graves and monuments, stopping to show us General Theodore Roosevelt, Jr's grave and that of his brother, Quentin, who perished in WWI but whose grave was relocated to this cemetery and placed next to General Roosevelt's. We continued our tour on the Gold beach at Arromanches. Our last site was the preserved battery of German cannons at Longues-sur-Mer. We then headed back to Paris and arrived at our apartment precisely at 8pm, as promised. We had only one day, so we elected to keep seeing actual D-Day sites instead of visiting museums (there's one in practically every city). You might choose differently. This tour is fully customizable, including doing the research to locate the grave of any person you believe is buried at one of these cemeteries. Throughout the tour, our guide was extremely attentive to our questions and personal comfort. She spoke clearly and commented at one point that she enjoyed giving the tour in French instead of English, which is the language that most clients request. She stopped regularly at places where we could stretch our legs and use the restrooms. The car (Citroen C4) was spacious and comfortable. All-in-all, a wonderful day touring the memorials of one of the most important days of the 20th century.

The trip was amazing. It was on the eve of the 81st anniversary and it was moving. It was impressive to see how generations have kept that memory alive over 8 decades.

Jozef can tell you anything you would want to know about battles on the Normandy beaches in both WWI and WW2. He respected our time and what we were interested in. Jozef presented his responses to our questions with emotion and inflections, to make you feel as though we were hearing it for the first time.

Spent the day with Jozeph who more than exceeded my four person group's expectations. His in-depth knowledge of what transpired on and around the beaches of Normandy truly made the tour special. My 18 and 16 year old sons and 22 year old niece joined us and walked away with a true appreciation of the sacrifices made by so many young men to ensure the freedom that we enjoy every day and often take for granted. I highly recommend booking with Joseph!