GUIDED
TOUR
English
TOUR
MUSEUM
INCLUDED
Free
time
DEPARTURE : 8:55 am
departure from Bayeux, train Station
Duration of the visit : 8 hours
Price : 130€ / per person
AMERICAN D-DAY EXPERIENCE (from Train Station)
Starting at a convenient hour, our later start full day tour from Bayeux is perfect for those who want to visit Normandy as a day trip excursion from Paris.
Once onboard, you will be transported in a modern air conditioned van/ bus to visit the key sites in the US Omaha & Utah sectors. You will have lasting memories of your visit including, walking the grounds of the beautiful Normandy American Cemetery.
If you are staying in Bayeux, we do NOT recommend that you book this tour. This tour is designed to connect with the first direct train from Paris and if the train is late arriving, we will delay the tour. As a result, it could affect your tour experience.
We will be back in Bayeux around 5 pm.
If you are already in Bayeux, we suggest booking the full day tour that departs at 08:45 am.
Highlights
- Maximum of 20 clients per tour
- Tour delivered in English only!
- Experienced professional guides
- Guided visits and occasions to take photos and explore
BAYEUX
Bayeux is the home of the Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts the events leading up to the Norman conquest of England. It is also known as the first major city secured by the Allies in France. Charles de Gaulle made two famous speeches in this town. The population is about 15000 inhabitants.
OMAHA BEACH – WN62
The US 1st Infantry and 29th Infantry Divisions, as well as elements of the US Army Rangers were tasked with opening up 5 exit points to start the movement inland. Supported with incredible air and sea pre-bombardment, Allied planners expected to be moving off the beach area within 2 hours. Sadly, this was not the case and this is why many documentaries and movies have been made about this location. When you hear the stories from your guide, you will understand why this beach is known as, "Bloody Omaha". Depending on the tide, you will have the opportunity to walk on the sand and see the beach from the soldiers perspective. From this point of view, the high bluffs that once had machine guns firing down, are very intimidating.
AMERICAN CEMETERY
The Normandy American Cemetery covers 172 acres and is the final resting place for many thousands of service men and women. You will have sufficient time to explore the memorial before taking the time to reflect in the cemetery. Four women and three Medal of Honor recipients, including Theodore Roosevelt Jr, are some of the most notable people buried here.
OMAHA BEACH – DOG GREEN
You will hear the story of "the Bedford Boys", a group of 30 young men from Bedford Virginia, a town of 3,200. All of whom had joined the National Guard before the outbreak of WW2 and had then been incorporated into Company A, 116th Infantry, 29th Division. Prior to D-Day, they were chosen to be the first wave to land on Omaha Beach, Dog Green Sector, which was the best defended and toughest of the invasion points on that historic day.
POINTE DU HOC
During World War Two, the Nazis were in the process of building the Atlantik Wall; a series of fortifications from Norway to the border of France and Spain. Stretching for over 2000 miles, this formidable construction of fortifications was designed to try and prevent an Allied landing in the west. One such site was located at the Pointe Du Hoc in Normandy. Consisting of 6 long range gun positions and many other concrete bunkers, it posed a real threat to Allied shipping on D-Day. As this battery was right between the two American landing beaches, Allied planners had no choice but to knock out this position. Here you will hear the incredible stories of bravery shown by US Army Rangers who had to scale nearly 100 feet of cliffs to destroy the guns.
SAINTE MERE EGLISE
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 have to utlise to mobilise much needed equipment during the battle of Normandy. Sainte 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.
SAINTE MERE EGLISE
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 have to utlise to mobilise much needed equipment during the battle of Normandy. Sainte 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.
SAINTE MERE EGLISE
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 have to utlise to mobilise much needed equipment during the battle of Normandy. Sainte 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.
MEEHAN CRASHSITE
Aircraft “66”, a Douglas C-47, flew over the English Channel on the night of June 5-6, along with hundreds of other aircraft carrying US paratroopers. The plane “chalk” 66 is unfortunately hit by the fire of the German anti-aircraft defense: it attempts a landing, but explodes against a hedge. The Easy Company pilots and paratroopers are dying on the spot.
HEDGEROWS BATTLE
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 to their defensive advantage and how the allies overcame them.
LECLERC MONUMENT – WN8
We will show you some German bunkers known in German as weiderstandsnest 8 (WN8) and discuss about the role of the free French forces.
UTAH BEACH
Utah Beach was the code name given to the western most landing beach on D-Day. The American 4th Division under the command of Theodore Roosevelt Jr were tasked with assaulting this section of the Normandy coastline.
LEADERSHIP MONUMENT
We will stop briefly to show you one of our favourite monuments in Normandy. Richard Winters was chosen to represent leadership due to his world wide fame from the TV mini-series, Band of Brothers.
SAINTE MARIE DU MONT
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.
AMERICAN D-DAY EXPERIENCE (from Train Station)
Our later start full day tour from Bayeux is perfect for those who want to visit Normandy as a day trip excursion from Paris.
Detail tour
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Stage : 1 / 15
from Paris St Lazare
BAYEUX TRAIN STATION
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To join this tour as a day trip from Paris, you will need to take a train from Paris St Lazare station to Bayeux. The train takes just over 2 hours to reach Bayeux. Please note that the train ticket is NOT included in the price.
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Please note that train times may be subject to change. Please check the SNCF website BEFORE ANY BOOKINGS.
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Our tour departs from Bayeux train station and your guide will be waiting for you in front of the station in the parking area.
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Stage : 2 / 15
Guided tour
1st Infantry Division
Omaha Beach- WN62
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The US 1st Infantry and 29th Infantry Divisions, as well as elements of the US Army Rangers were tasked with opening up 5 exit points to start the movement inland. When you hear the stories from your guide, you will understand why this beach is known as, "Bloody Omaha".
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Depending on the tide, you will have the opportunity to walk on the sand and see the beach from the soldiers perspective. From this point of view, the high bluffs that once had machine guns firing down, are very intimidating.
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Stage : 3 / 15
Guided tour and free time
Time to reflect
American Cemetery
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The Normandy American Cemetery covers 172 acres and is the final resting place for many thousands of service men and women. You will have sufficient time to explore the memorial before taking the time to reflect in the cemetery.
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Stage : 4 / 15
Inside the vehicle
29th Infantry Division
Omaha Beach - Dog Green
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You will hear the story of "the Bedford Boys", a group of 30 young men from Bedford Virginia, a town of 3,200. All of whom had joined the National Guard before the outbreak of WW2 and had then been incorporated into Company A, 116th Infantry, 29th Division. Prior to D-Day, they were chosen to be the first wave to land on Omaha Beach, Dog Green Sector, which was the best defended and toughest of the invasion points on that historic day.
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Stage : 5 / 15
Guided tour and free time
US Army Rangers
Pointe Du Hoc
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One of the famous german gun battery was located at the Pointe Du Hoc in Normandy. Consisting of 6 long range gun positions and many other concrete bunkers, it posed a real threat to Allied shipping on D-Day. As this battery was right between the two American landing beaches, Allied planners had no choice but to knock out this position. Here you will hear the incredible stories of bravery shown by US Army Rangers who had to scale nearly 100 feet of cliffs to destroy the guns.
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Stage : 6 / 15
around 12:45
Not provided by Bayeux Shuttle
LUNCH BREAK
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During our visit, there is ample opportunity to eat in one of the many restaurants or cafes located here. Please bear in mind though that lunch is not provided with the tour and is at your own expense.
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Stage : 7 / 15
Included in the cost of the tour
Airborne Museum
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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.
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Stage : 8 / 15
Guided tour
82nd Airborne
STE MERE EGLISE
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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 mobilise 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.
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Stage : 9 / 15
Inside the vehicle
101st Airborne
MEEHAN CRASHSITE
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Aircraft “66”, a Douglas C-47, flew over the English Channel on the night of June 5-6, along with hundreds of other aircraft carrying US paratroopers. The plane “chalk” 66 is unfortunately hit by the fire of the German anti-aircraft defense: it attempts a landing, but explodes against a hedge. The Easy Company pilots and paratroopers are dying on the spot.
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Stage : 10 / 15
Inside the vehicle
the "bocage"
HEDGEROW BATTLES
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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.
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Stage : 11 / 15
Inside the vehicle (according to traffic)
Free French army
LECLERC MONUMENT - WN8
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We will show you some German bunkers known in German as Widerstandsnest 8 (WN8) and discuss the role of the free French forces.
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Stage : 12 / 15
Guided tour
US 4th Infantry division
UTAH BEACH
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Utah Beach was the code name given to the western most landing beach on D-Day. The American 4th Division under the command of Theodore Roosevelt Jr were tasked with assaulting this section of the Normandy coastline.
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The landings did not go to plan and the American 4th Division landed around 2 kilometers from their designated spot. By mistake, American forces landed behind German resistance position WN5.
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Stage : 13 / 15
Inside the vehicle (according to traffic)
American Forces
LEADERSHIP MONUMENT
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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 world wide fame from the TV mini-series, Band of Brothers.
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Stage : 14 / 15
Inside the vehicle
101st Airborne
STE MARIE DU MONT
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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.
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Stage : 15 / 15
around 17h15
End of the tour
BAYEUX
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We will finish this Normandy American tour at the same location as we started. Please note that we do not drop off at hotels.
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* As we have limited space onboard the vehicles we use for this tour, we are sorry
but it is not possible to carry in our vehicles any of the following:
- Luggage / Wheelchairs (including fold up types) / Mobility scooters / Walking frames
* 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 in our group tours.
* For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
* If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time,
the amount you paid will not be refunded.
* Any changes made less than 24 hours before
experience’s start time will not be accepted.
* Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
* We are forced to pay a PayPal chargeback fee.
5% will be removed from the amount you are refunded.
* With respect to our intricate planning, we cannot make any exceptions to this policy.
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important information
* As we have limited space onboard the vehicles we use for this tour, we are sorry
but it is not possible to carry in our vehicles any of the following:
- Luggage / Wheelchairs (including fold up types) / Mobility scooters / Walking frames
* 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 in our group tours.
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CANCELLATION POLICY
* For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
* If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time,
the amount you paid will not be refunded.* Any changes made less than 24 hours before
experience’s start time will not be accepted.* Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
* We are forced to pay a PayPal chargeback fee.
5% will be removed from the amount you are refunded.* With respect to our intricate planning, we cannot make any exceptions to this policy.