Normandy D-Day Sites & Cemetery Day Trip from Paris with Lunch
Overview
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14 hours
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Take a guided day trip from Paris to explore Normandy’s historic D-Day sites.
Start at Utah Beach, where American troops first landed, and learn about the strategic planning behind Operation Overlord. Walk along the battle-scarred coastline and hear stories of the soldiers who helped shape history.
Enjoy a pre-arranged Norman-style lunch in a charming port town before heading to Pointe du Hoc. Here, U.S. Army Rangers bravely scaled towering cliffs to capture a key German stronghold. The site remains much as it was, with bomb craters and bunkers overlooking the English Channel.
Next, visit Omaha Beach, where you'll have time to walk along the shore and reflect on one of the war’s fiercest battles.
The day ends at the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, where nearly 10,000 soldiers are laid to rest. Stroll through the peaceful grounds and take in the powerful tribute to their sacrifice.
This immersive tour offers a moving and unforgettable look at the events of D-Day.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Make a note of specific dietary requirements in the 'Special Requirements' field when booking
We strongly recommend all clients who are traveling with infants to bring their own infant or child seat. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to ensure the safety of their child.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
2 Course Lunch & a Glass of Norman Cider for Lunch
Free time at Omaha Beach
Return Transportation from Paris by Air-Conditioned Coach
English Speaking Expert Guide for the whole day
Entrance and visit to Utah Beach Museum
Guided visit of the Pointe du Hoc Battlefield
Guided Tour and Free Time at the American Cemetery of Colleville sur Mer
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Extra drinks at lunch
What To Expect
Musee du Debarquement Utah Beach
You’ll join your expert guide in Paris aboard a comfortable, private coach. On the way to Normandy, learn the details of the Allied preparations for D-Day, the largest amphibious assault in history. Your guide, a fluent English-speaker, will stay with you throughout the tour to tell the story of the operation and answer questions from history buffs and curious minds. On Utah Beach, your first stop, the Allies quickly defeated the German forces. You’ll visit an extraordinary D-Day museum housed in an old German bunker on the landing beach itself. The collection here brings home both the scale and the personal sacrifice involved in the operation, with an original B-26 airplane on display along with collections of soldiers’ letters home.
Utah Beach
Utah Beach was the westernmost landing site on D-Day and played a crucial role in the success of the Allied invasion. Unlike Omaha Beach, the landings here were met with lighter resistance, allowing troops to move inland more quickly and secure vital strategic positions. Standing on Utah Beach today, with its vast stretch of sand and open coastline, gives a powerful sense of the scale of the operation and the courage of the soldiers who fought there. The site remains a deeply significant place to reflect on the challenges of D-Day and the determination that led to the liberation of Europe.
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Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches Day Trip with Cider Tasting & Lunch from Paris
Reviews
6,583 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wow!
Dave S,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Thelma knew so much about the history leading up to DDay that really gave us great perspective.
Great Guide
kennethlV4216RM,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was an excellent guide. We enjoyed and appreciated his knowledge and insights. A+++ we would consider any tour he guided.
Great tour
imhschick,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful tour. We got to spend sufficient time at all of the sites and there was a great explanation. The cemetery was also very interesting.
Great tour with John
karenh27,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful tour with John! He was friendly and kind, and a wealth of knowledge. We loved his stories and his passion for history. Thank you!
Extremely moving D-Day experience!!!
sharonwV1531KR,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was absolutely awesome! He was friendly, informative and kind to each everyone of us. We cannot recommend him highly enough for this tour.
D. Day beaches.
mdbX6101AF,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We travelled from New Zealand for this tour. We were not disappointed. This was an amazing experience. Made all the more special by the great tour guide John. He knew everything about Normandy and WW2. His sense of humour was infectious and he was exceptionally well organised. We had lunch at Pointe Du HOC after visiting Utah Beach and the fantastic museum there. The weather was rainy and bitterly cold but that did not detract from the experience at all. We saw Utah beach, Omaha Beach Pont Du Hoc, and then finished at the American war cemetery which was beautiful, sad and heartwarming. John was the perfect guide. When we return to Europe we will go on another tour with him.
John was a wonderful tour guide for this memorable trip to Normandy with his impressive, extensive knowledge of history.
Pat B,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John has an incredible amount of history which he shares as you travel to Normandy. Cleared up many issues in my understanding of this period in history
Fun and informative trip to Normandy
escfagan,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John’s tour was outstanding. His stories on the bus entertained and educated us on our way to the beaches of Normandy. We experienced real life conditions of the soldiers fighting with an incredible rain storm. John was unfazed. He pivoted with ease providing dry options while getting a full experience. I highly recommend this tour due to the ease of the bus trip, fascinating stories and moving landscapes. We must always remember the sacrifices made by the Allied Forces on the beaches of Normandy.
Wonderful day trip to Normandy!
Travel25190232289,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was a fantastic tour guide to Normandy! He is so knowledgeable about the subject and taught us so much. I wish he would have been my history teacher!! Highly recommend this tour!
Normandy tour
jefffN6275AX,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Me and my girlfriend had a great time with John on the Normandy tour. We both learned a lot and saw some history along the way.
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