Normandy D-day landing beaches & Caen Memorial Private Tour
Description
Dedicated to turning your travel wishes into reality, ensuring a personalised and seamless experience tailored to your preferences. We strive to accommodate special requests and make every journey unforgettable. Up your travel expectations. Immerse yourself in World War II history for a day and feel the suffering and sorrow of the most devastating war in human history. Gain fascinating insights from your guide into the sacrifices of Allied soldiers and the French citizens they liberated. Professional guide and driver will do everything possible and impossible to make your experience unforgettable. We are adapting to your wishes and we offer skip the lines with the fast tickets. You will have Comfortable air-conditioned cars during the pick-up from the hotel or even the airport.
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Itinerary
*07:30 Departure Pick-up from your hotel. The journey takes 3 hours with a possible stop at a rest area along the way.
10:30 - 12:15 Caen Memorial and Museum visit. The Caen Museum, situated in the British Sword Beach sector, stands out as France's premier World War II museum. It offers a comprehensive insight into the Battle of Normandy, capturing both the strategic overview and the personal experiences of those involved. Visitors can delve into this history through a gripping 19-minute film featuring authentic archival footage.
12:45 - 13:30 360 Arromanches 360 circular cinema The Circular Cinema Located on the heights of Arromanches overlooks the remains of one of the two artificial ports installed by the Allies. 20 minutes film.
13:30 - 14.30 Lunch break and visit of Arromanches-les-Bains town. Arromanches, a quaint coastal town renowned for its former artificial Mulberry Harbour, holds a central position in the British Gold Beach landing zone, serving as a crucial site during the D-Day landings.
15.30 - 16:30 Normandy American Cemetery or Bayeux British war cemetery or Bény-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery We can arrange visits to a cemetery, depending on your country of origin. For example Normandy American Cemetery: It reunites the graves of 9,387 soldiers fallen in combat. The chapel, Memorial and the Walls of the Missing and garden complete the site. The cliffs leading down to the beaches contain the remnants of the German defences, including concrete casemates with memorials to the soldiers. Learn about the huge sacrifice made by the 34 000 men who landed here on D-Day on a guided tour. Omaha Beach is the most popular travellers destination of the D-Day Beaches. Guided tour.
Walk on the beach that was a witness of the most bloody landing out of all 5 beaches.
*17:00 - 18:00 German batteries parts of the Atlantic Wall Pointe du Hoc, a key strategic post between Omaha and Utah beaches, housed German bunkers during World War II. Today, remnants of these bunkers still stand, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. or Longues-sur-Mer battery, located along the Normandy coast, was a significant German artillery site during World War II. Today, visitors can explore the well-preserved bunkers, providing insight into the coastal defenses of the time.
*21:00 Return to Paris Drop off at your hotel. The day full of history and memorable sites is ending, but we will be happy to meet you again.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(9)
Our guide Alexandra was incredible - super knowledgeable but also warm and personal. She didn’t just walk us through history, she made us feel it. The visit to the Caen Memorial really set the tone, and then Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, and the American Cemetery were just... powerful.
Hands down one of the most meaningful days we’ve had in France. We booked the private Normandy tour with Tour Up in Europe, and it exceeded every expectation.
We took so many photoos! It’s amazing, if you in Paris and tired of typical landmarks that’s the best decision Me and my boyfriend for the first time focus on the moment and on us 🥹💔
My dad’s always been into WWII history, so I booked this as a surprise for him. He was glued to every word the guide said. It was honestly emotional for both of us.
Great experience! The information our guide, Helene, gave us was excellent! I never knew much about Normandie but now I appreciate the men who served the Canada more than ever. We highly recommend this tour.
That was very moving. It’s tough period that should be learnt. These places should be visited. And the best way to do it with a guide who we help you around. Private transportation also guaranteed that we were following the route that we chose. Recommend it to everyone!
We had a wonderful trip to Omaha Beach, a museum and the American Cemetery. I had been wanting to visit mainly due to the historical significance. Valerie was a wonderful guide, sharing the history of the area. Our driver, Roman, was also very helpful.
Valerie very knowledgeable! Appreciate her knowledge of this history and her ability to share it. Also appreciate Roman our driver! Very conscientious and kind. Day of reflection, and gratitude for our freedom
Dad’s bucket list successfully made and reluctant family also pleased for the day! Our tour accommodations first rate with accomplished historian/guide Valerie and safe and comfortable transport by Roman. We could not have been more pleased. And so lovely all around.
