Normandy U.S. D-Day Sites Half Day Tour From Bayeux
Overview
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4 hours
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Visit the most emblematic D-DAY sites with a professional English speaking driver guide. Departing from Bayeux, you will reach Normandy's Coastal battlefield grounds in a comfortable and fully equipped 8 or 19 seater vehicle. This tour features a stop at Omaha Beach that will include informative commentaries by your guide. You will then move on to the Pointe du Hoc landing area where the US Rangers assault group captured the area after scaling the cliffs. End the tour with a stop at the Normandy American Cemetery.
Important note: Due to road and construction works at Pointe du Hoc, access to the site may be limited in 2026 and 2027. In the event of closure, your visit will be replaced by another historically significant location.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Children under 4 years old are not allowed on the tour
Please note that the infant seats are available upon request, please inform us at the moment of the booking (number and age of the children)
Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate
Pets are not allowed on the tour
Enjoy a personalized experience with a maximum of 19 participants
Please note that from December to February, departures times are 8:30am and 1:30pm
Please provide the full names of all participants during the reservation process
Important note: Due to road and construction works at Pointe du Hoc, access to the site may be limited in 2026 and 2027. In the event of closure, your visit will be replaced by another historically significant location.
What To Expect
Omaha Beach
Reach the coastal battlefield area of Omaha, one of the two U.S landing areas.
Pointe du Hoc
Continue the half-day trip to the Pointe du Hoc site; located between Utah & Omaha beaches, this prominent position along the coast of Normandy, was a focal point of the amphibious assault by U.S. forces.
Options
Afternoon departure
Afternoon departure
Morning departure
Morning departure
What‘s Included
English speaking qualified guide/driver
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Sites as mentioned in the itinerary
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Personal expenses and insurance
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
366 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing half-day tour
Karen S,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a half-day tour to Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, and the American cemetery. Matt was a fabulous tour guide...passionate historian, funny, and respectful of the theme of this tour. Recommend 5/5!
Great experience
Regis R,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative and emotionally moving. Matt was exceptional in his descriptions! I would highly recommend him as a tour guide.
Super hot day but with...
Todd A,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Super hot day but with the spacious van with AC and a great tour guide narrating the trip it was an amazing experience Theo clearly loves his job and the D Day topic and provided great stories and insight. Highly reccomend.
It’s different when you’re right there.
Michael D,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent experience with a great guide. Pascal was very informative and entertaining. Thanks for a great afternoon exploring this important historical area.
Fantastic Experience
Vicky L,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Pascal was a fantastic guide! He was so knowledgeable and interesting! He made the whole tour so enjoyable 😉 I booked through coasttravel1216@yahoo.com It truly brought home the experience that those soldiers endured!
This was an exceptional...
Brian M,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an exceptional and well-planned tour of the American D-Day sites. Our tour guide Victor was excellent. He gave great explanations of each of the sites and was very friendly and funny as well. It was an amazing and moving experience, and I recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience the D-Day sites!
A Perfect Day
Lujean B,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a remarkable experience. A must do when you are in the Normandy area. Our guide Victor was so knowledgeable and told the history perfectly. The ceremony at the American Cemetary was very moving. It was a day we will remember. Thank you Victor for making it so special.
Half-Day Tour was the best!
Paige C,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The half-day tour was great! Our host, Valentin, was so knowledgeable and took a lot of time in his explanation. His passion for history was evident! We loved all the stops and had ample time to explore on our own. Would definitely book again! Well worth the money!
Victor was very...
Michael P,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Victor was knowledgeable and passionate about WWII. He was very friendly and speaks fluent English. Excellent tour!!
Awesome
Bryan S,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Victor the guide was professional and friendly. Made the tour fun and exciting. Tour was very well done and learned so much. Thank you Vic
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