D-Day Shore Tour | Guide, Lunch & Museum included from Le Havre

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D-Day Shore Tour | Guide, Lunch & Museum included from Le Havre — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Historic tank at museum site — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This is the most complete D-Day shore excursion from Le Havre and the only one that includes an English-speaking guide, a museum ticket, a freshly made sandwich from a local bakery and two stops most tours never visit.

The Arromanches 360° Cinema opens the day: a 19-minute circular panoramic film combining original 1944 footage with present-day images on nine surrounding screens. No seats. You stand at the center as June 6, 1944 unfolds around you. Nothing prepares you for it.

Longues-sur-Mer follows: the only German coastal gun battery in Normandy where the original 155mm weapons are still in place, still pointing toward the English Channel. No other shared tour from Le Havre includes it.

Then Omaha Beach, the actual sand from Saving Private Ryan. Then the Normandy American Cemetery, where 9,387 white crosses face the sea above the bluffs. Your expert guide walks you through every stop in English. Museum ticket included. Sandwich included. Return to ship guaranteed.

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At a glance

Duration: 8–9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Normandy Private Tours

Ages: Children (4–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fees: Ticket To Museum
Included: French lunch included | Fresh baguette, bottled water and a sweet treat..
Included: Ship return guaranteed | Your all-aboard time is our promise.
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Travel in comfort throughout the day.
Included: Pickup at Le Havre cruise terminal | Your guide meets you at the terminal.
Included: WWII expert guide (English-speaking) | Licensed specialist guiding every D-Day site.

Not included

Not included: Gratuities: At your discretion.

Itinerary

Cruise Terminal Le Havre

Passing by

Your memorable journey will start with a meeting at the cruise terminal, where you will be greeted by our local Le Havre representatives and our experienced English-speaking guide.

Fresh croissants from a local Le Havre bakery will be waiting for you.
Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema

one hour Admission included

After driving for 2 hours through the Normandy countryside, your first stop will be at Pointe du Hoc, where you can see the numerous bomb craters that have remained untouched since the war. Climb through the various bunkers to witness how the Germans used the cliffs to their advantage, and imagine how the Americans attacked and captured the battery after scaling the cliffs.
Longues-sur-Mer

one hour

The only German coastal gun battery in Normandy where the original 155mm weapons are still in place, still pointing toward the English Channel. No other shared tour from Le Havre includes it.
Omaha Beach

one hour

Afterward, head to Omaha Beach and pass along 8 km of coastline facing the English Channel. Ashore, you will find a sculpture called Les Braves, meaning "The Braves" in honor of the soldiers who fought in the war. There will be an opportunity to stop for a quick lunch near Omaha Beach.
Stop 5

2 hours

Next, continue the tour to the Normandy American Cemetery to pay tribute to the fighters of the battle. The visitor center offers a detailed exhibition about the war. This will be our last stop before heading back for a 2-hour drive to the port or your hotel.
Cruise Terminal Le Havre

Passing by

At the end of an extraordinary day on the D-Day landing beaches, your driver brings you back to Le Havre cruise terminal comfortably and on time. With over 15 years of experience organizing shore excursions for cruise passengers, we monitor your ship's schedule throughout the day and guarantee your return before the all-aboard time — so you can experience the full depth of Normandy's history with complete peace of mind.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Ibis budget Le Havre Les Docks
Hotel Les Gens de Mer
Ibis Styles le Havre Centre
Premiere Classe Le Havre Centre
Hotel Carmin
B&B HOTEL Le Havre Centre
NOMAD Hotel Le Havre
Hotel et Spa Vent d'Ouest
Les Gites Du Monde
Le Richelieu
Best Western ARThotel
Hotel Parisien

and 27 more pickup points

We arrange direct pickup and drop-off at the cruise terminal, your itinerary is fully aligned with your ship’s schedule.

Our team will reach you through the Viator messenger chat for meeting our Tour leader inside Le Havre cruise terminal.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Total tour duration of 9 hours includes travel time of 2 hour each way from/to the port.
Lunch included : A freshly made French sandwich from a local Le Havre bakery, bottled water and a sweet treat (seasonal apple or yogurt). Please inform us of any dietary requirements (vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.) at least 72 hours before the tour.
Booking confirmation : Instant confirmation upon booking. If booked within 9 days of the tour date, final confirmation is sent within 48 hours subject to availability.
Schedule : Built around your ship's arrival and departure times from Le Havre cruise terminal. Return before the all-aboard time is guaranteed.
Accessibility : This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Some walking over uneven ground is required.

Options

Make it Private

Private Van with Guide

Pickup included
Shared Tour by coach

Shared Tour by coach: Comfort and modern Coach for a smooth and memorable experience

Pickup included