From Paris: WWII US D-Day Beaches Guided Tour with Optional Lunch

Step into the footsteps of WWII heroes

Head out on a full-day guided tour from Paris to the historic D-Day landing beaches. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle and gain expert insights from your English-speaking guide as you explore key sites that witnessed the bravery and sacrifices of Allied forces.

Start your journey with a scenic drive through the Normandy countryside before arriving at Pointe du Hoc, where 225 U.S. Rangers scaled towering cliffs to disable German defenses. Walk along Omaha Beach and visit the American Military Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, a moving tribute to over 9,000 fallen soldiers, and take time to reflect at the Memorial, Chapel, and Garden of the Missing.

Explore the sites and beaches

Continue your journey to Arromanches, where you’ll see the remains of the Mulberry Harbor, an engineering marvel that played a crucial role in the Allied landings. Depending on your chosen option, enjoy a two-course lunch with local Normandy cider, savoring the region’s rich flavors.

After lunch, visit Juno Beach, where Canadian forces landed on D-Day, and explore the Juno Beach Centre and Cemetery, dedicated to honoring Canada's role in the invasion. Choose from multiple tour options to best suit your interests. Opt for a semi-private tour with a small group for a more personalized experience, or include a traditional Normandy lunch for an added taste of local culture.

From Paris: WWII US D-Day Beaches Guided Tour with Optional Lunch

Discover the poignant history of World War II on this full-day guided tour from Paris, exploring key battle sites and memorials in Normandy. The tour covers four main POIs including Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Arromanches, and the Normandy American Cemetery, providing a comprehensive look at the strategic planning and execution that shaped history. With round-trip transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, this tour offers sightseeing at landmarks like Juno Beach Center and Overlord Museum, where visitors can delve into detailed exhibitions on D-Day operations. The tour lasts approximately 10 hours with audio guides available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Arabic. Participants have the option to enhance their experience by adding a two-course traditional meal paired with local cider at a charming seaside restaurant.

Explore Omaha Beach

Your tour stops at Omaha Beach where you'll witness firsthand the vast expanse of sand that stretches for nearly 7 miles (11 kilometers), marking one of the most significant landing points during D-Day on June 6, 1944. Here, visitors can see the remnants of German bunkers and artillery positions along with numerous plaques and memorials dedicated to fallen soldiers. The beach itself covers an area of about 20 acres (8 hectares), offering a somber reflection of the sacrifices made during World War II. At Omaha Beach, guests spend around 1 hour exploring the site's history and significance in the Allied invasion strategy.

Visit Pointe du Hoc

At Pointe du Hoc, guests can climb to the top of this strategic cliff overlooking the English Channel, which stands at approximately 100 feet (30 meters) high. This site was crucial during D-Day as it housed German artillery guns, and the American Rangers who captured it on June 6, 1944, faced intense combat. Visitors can see the craters left by Allied bombing raids and the remains of bunkers and trenches scattered across this rugged terrain covering about 75 acres (30 hectares). The Pointe du Hoc Ranger Monument is also a key feature here, commemorating those who fought during the battle.

Experience Arromanches

Your tour continues to Arromanches where you'll see the remnants of the artificial harbor known as Mulberry B, constructed by Allied forces in 1944. This site covers an area of about 50 acres (20 hectares) and includes several concrete blocks that were part of the floating docks used for unloading supplies during the early stages of the invasion. Visitors can explore the town's museum, Musée du Débarquement, which offers detailed exhibits on D-Day operations and the construction of Mulberry B. The tour spends roughly 1 hour here, providing a unique insight into the engineering marvels that supported Allied efforts.

Visit Juno Beach Center

Your tour stops at Juno Beach Center where you can explore this museum dedicated to Canadians who fought during D-Day and throughout World War II. The center covers an area of about 10,000 square feet (929 square meters) with exhibits that include personal items, photographs, and artifacts from soldiers' lives both on the battlefield and at home front. Visitors spend around 1 hour here learning about the significant role Canada played in liberating Europe, making this a unique destination compared to other D-Day sites focusing primarily on American involvement.

Explore Overlord Museum

Your tour includes access to the Overlord Museum where you'll find an extensive collection of World War II vehicles and equipment. This museum covers about 15,000 square feet (1,400 square meters) with over 30 military vehicles on display, including tanks, half-tracks, and artillery pieces used during D-Day operations. Visitors spend approximately 2 hours here delving into the details of combat strategies employed by Allied forces, making this museum a standout for its comprehensive coverage of military hardware and tactical planning.

Tour Highlights

• Full-day guided tour from Paris to US D-Day landing beaches
• Round-trip transfers in air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi
• Expert WWII guide sharing gripping accounts of strategic planning and execution
• Small-group or standard group experience, max. 25 participants per group
• Access to Overlord Museum with military vehicle exhibits for small-group tours only
• Two-course traditional meal paired with local cider at a charming seaside restaurant (optional)
• Audio guides available in multiple languages including English, French, German, and Spanish
• Comprehensive coverage of key battle sites like Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Arromanches, and Normandy American Cemetery

Perfect for history enthusiasts, military buffs, and those interested in World War II, this full-day guided tour provides an immersive experience through detailed landmarks and memorials. The 10-hour format allows you to explore Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Arromanches, and the Normandy American Cemetery, giving you a profound understanding of D-Day's impact while enjoying expert commentary and historical context.