Private Tour: D-Day Beaches from Bayeux

Delve into Europe’s World War II history on this private 8-hour tour of the D-Day beaches from Bayeux. Explore the WWII D-Day beaches of Normandy with a private guide, and gain insight into the sacrifices made by the German and Allied soldiers. Take in top sites of interest including Arromanches, the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial in Colleville-sur-Mer, Longues-sur-Mer, the Pointe du Hoc, and Sainte-Mère-Église. Along the way, learn of the fierce fighting that raged between the opposing forces. This private 8-hour tour includes round-trip travel from Bayeaux.

Following a 9am pickup at your accommodation or the local train station in Bayeux, take a seat in your air-conditioned minivan and head onward to the Normandy beaches — where so much of the violent fighting of WWII took place. First, visit the port at Arromanches — built by the British to organize the landing of the Allied troops in June 1944. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant (own expense) and admire sweeping views over the beach. Visit the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial in Colleville-sur-Mer with your private guide and learn of the many Allied soldiers who laid down their lives in battle. Next, head to Longues-sur-Mer to see the batteries the Germans used to protect the coast from the Allies. During your 8-hour tour, travel to top sites of WWII interest including the Pointe du Hoc and Sainte-Mère-Église. Along the way, learn of the now infamous battles that took place here between the German and Allied forces. When your tour comes to an end, return in comfort to your hotel or the train station in Bayeux at approximately 6pm.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Price is per car

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