Paris to Normandy D-Day Battlefields and Beaches Day Trip
Paris
13 hours
Start your Normandy day trip from central Paris, with pickup from your hotel if selected at the time of booking. Then, enjoy a scenic drive through the French countryside toward the northwest coast and discover WWII history and the site of the D-Day landings.
Take a stroll along Omaha Beach, one of the sites of the D-Day landings, and spend some free time to reflect, admire the ocean views, and visit the renowned visitor center here.
Continue your journey to the American Military Cemetary to pay your respects.
Then stop at Arromanches, to see the remains of the artificial harbor built by allied forces and have free time for lunch.
Your last stop is Juno Beach, where you visit the Canadian Memorial.
Finally, travel back to Paris where your tour concludes at the original departure point.
Learn about Normandy's D-Day Sights from your guide
Choose between small-group and large-group options
Tours with and without hotel pickup are available
Small-group tours include lunch with a drink
Normandy D-Day expert licensed guide
Hotel pick-up (if the option is selected). The address must be in Paris (zip code starting with 75).
Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned coach OR by minivan (if small group option selected)
2-course lunch menu with drink (wine, beer, soft drink, or water) if small group option selected
Guided visit of the Pointe du Hoc
Free time for lunch at Arromanches OR lunch at a booked restaurant (if small group option selected)
Normandy day tour including visit of the American Cemetery and a photo-stop at Omaha Beach
Exclusions
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Lunch (except if small group option selected)
Restroom and WIFI on board
Additional Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
The coach journey from Paris to Normandy takes approximately 3 - 4 hours and you will spend 5 hours in Normandy itself
Toilets are available at the American Cemetery, Juno Beach Center, at the comfort stop
A warm coat is recommended during the winter period, a raincoat during the summer and a good pair of walking / flat shoes are suggested to avoid discomfort
The itinerary and times may be subject to change depending on traffic conditions or changes in site
Please note that we don't accept big luggages on the coach
Depending on the schedule, it may be possible to stop at Juno Beach. This stop is not guaranteed and will depend on the time available.
The duration mentioned on site may be changed on the day for operational reasons.