Normandy American D-Day Experience - Group tour from Bayeux

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German case mate at Pointe-Du-Hoc — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Full day sightseeing tour of the American sectors of the D-Day Normandy invasion + Airborne Museum. An experienced English speaking guide will show you the battlefield sites and explain in detail the events that occurred.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 21 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Bayeux Shuttle

Ages: Adults (4–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: Entry/Admission - Airborne Museum
Included: Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Included: Maximum of 20 passengers per tour

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Bayeux Shuttle - Departure point

5 min

We like to run on schedule and if you are not at the departure point by the advertised boarding time, we will depart.

There will be others on board that have arrived as requested and we do not want to impact their experience. If you do arrive late, you will need to take a cab at your own expense to catch up with the tour. We strongly advise you to arrive early for the tour as no refunds will be considered if you miss the service.
Stop 2

45 min

You will be given a great overview of the beach landings that took place on Omaha Beach on June 6th, 1944. After which, you will have around 15 minutes free time to walk on the sand (depending on tidal conditions) where American forces landed on D-Day.
Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer

45 min

The guide will lead you into the incredible American Cemetery and explain many key facts about when it was built, why it is located where it is and many of stories of the men and women who are buried here.

You will be given around 45 minutes free time to explore on your own.
Pointe du Hoc

40 min

You will learn about the role of the American Rangers on D-Day who had to scale the cliffs at the Pointe-Du-Hoc to silence long range German guns.

You will be given sufficient free time to explore on your own after the explanations given by your guide.
Airborne Museum

45 min Admission included

Included in the cost of your tour is a ticket to enter the impressive Airborne Museum. Your guide will give you sufficient time to tour this fantastic location that will give you a greater insight into the Airborne operation.
Sainte-Mere-Eglise

45 min

This small Norman town was situated on the main N13 road that linked Cherbourg to Bayeux and Caen. This was the main route that both Germans and Americans would need to mobilize much needed equipment during the battle of Normandy. Ste Mere Eglise was an objective for 82nd Airborne Paratroopers and has been made famous by the movie, The Longest Day. American Paratrooper John Steele was unfortunate to get caught on the church steeple during the drop.
Stop 7

Passing by

As we drive, we will show you some of the typical hedgerow terrain that the allies had to battle through. We will explain how the Germans utilized the countryside known as the "bocage" to their defensive advantage and how the allies overcame them.
Utah Beach

50 min

Your guide will give you a detailed account of the landings by the American 4th Infantry Division before allowing you some free time to explore the many monuments that are located here.
Major Richard Winters Memorial

Passing by

We will stop briefly to show you one of our favorite's monuments in Normandy. Richard Winters was chosen to represent leadership due to his worldwide fame from the TV mini-series, Band of Brothers.
Sainte-Marie-du-Mont

Passing by

We will take time to explain the significance of this beautiful small village. This was an objective for the 101st Airborne to help the forces landing on Utah Beach.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Using your ticket

Latest boarding time for this tour is 08:40. Please note that as we will have others on board the tour, if you are not at the departure point on time, the tour will depart. We suggest arriving early to avoid problems. If you are having a problem finding the departure point, please contact our service controller on +33 607 195 405.

If you are traveling with children, please note that everyone requires a seat. It is a legal requirement so please ensure you book a seat for each person taking the tour. It is forbidden to carry infants on your lap. When booking, please specify the age of the child and we will provide a car seat if required. We do not accept children under 4 years old.

No animals are permitted on board this tour. We cannot take luggage on board.

The weather in Normandy can be unpredictable therefore, please dress accordingly.

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%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
If you are traveling with children, please note that everyone requires a seat. It is a legal requirement so please ensure you book a seat for each person taking the tour. It is forbidden to carry infants on your lap. When booking, please specify the age of the child and we will provide a car seat if require We do not accept children under 4 years old.
Large items of luggage are not permitted on board. Only small carry on cases or overnight bags will be accepted