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Central Paris
The day begins with an early departure from Paris for the 3-hour drive to Normandy. The route takes you through the scenic countryside, while your guide provides historical background on Operation Overlord, explaining the strategic importance of each site en route.
290 km
3 hours
1
Omaha Beach
Free Admission
The most brutal landing site on D-Day, walking along the beach you will see the Les Braves memorial, preserved German bunkers, and key points where soldiers landed under heavy fire as your guide recounts personal accounts of the battle.
4.5 km
7 minutes
2
Overlord Museum
Tickets included (based on selection)
A short drive away, the Overlord Museum houses an extensive collection of military vehicles, weapons and personal artifacts from both Allied and German forces like letters, uniforms and photographs, humanizing the stories of the soldiers who fought here.
1.3 km
3 minutes
3
Normandy American Cemetery
Tickets included
Overlooking Omaha Beach, at the American Military Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer you will be lead through the symmetrical rows of white crosses and Stars of David, and told the stories of some of the nearly 10,000 soldiers buried here.
0.2 km
3 minutes
4
Garden of the Missing
Free Admission
Within the cemetery grounds, the Memorial, Chapel, and Garden of the Missing honor those whose bodies were never recovered. Your guide will explain the significance of the Wall of the Missing, engraved with the names of over 1,500 soldiers lost in battle.
25.4 km
34 minutes
5
Arromanches & Remains of Mulberry Harbor
Free Admission
At Arromanches, your guide will take you to a viewpoint overlooking the remains of Mulberry Harbor, an artificial port that played a crucial role in sustaining the invasion. You’ll learn how these massive floating structures were constructed and how they allowed the Allies to bring in essential supplies after securing the beaches.
13.7 km
19 minutes
6
Juno Beach
Free Admission
Juno Beach was the primary landing site for Canadian forces on D-Day. Here, your guide will explain the unique challenges faced by the Canadian troops and how they overcame them to secure the beach. Along the shore, you’ll see the remaining German bunkers and defensive structures.
1.4 km
4 minutes
7
Juno Beach Centre
Tickets included
The Juno Beach Centre is the only museum in Normandy dedicated to Canada’s role in World War II. Your guide will walk you through exhibits that highlight Canada’s military contributions, as well as the personal stories of soldiers and civilians affected by the war.
254 km
3 hours
8
Central Paris
Guided tour of US D-Day landing beaches with round-trip transfers from Paris, expert WWII commentary, and optional lunch or small-group upgrades.
Guided tour of US D-Day landing beaches with round-trip transfers from Paris, expert WWII commentary, and optional lunch or small-group upgrades.
Inclusions
Inclusions
Central Paris
As you travel toward the Somme region, your guide will provide historical context, detailing the significance of the Western Front and how the Battle of the Somme shaped the course of World War I.
136 km
2 hours
1
Villers-Bretonneux
Tickets included
The memorial honors 10,738 Australian soldiers who died on the Western Front with no known grave. Each year, this site hosts Anzac Day ceremonies, commemorating the bravery and sacrifice of Australian troops.
26.4 km
28 minutes
2
Lochnagar Mine Crater
Free Admission
The mine was created by a massive explosion on July 1, 1916—the first day of the Battle of the Somme. This enormous crater, 30 meters deep and 100 meters wide, was formed when British forces detonated explosives beneath German defensive positions.
4.5 km
6 minutes
3
Pozières
Free Admission
Pozières was a key battleground during the Somme offensive, particularly for Australian and British forces. The village church, with its delicate Gothic arched ceiling, serves as a stark contrast to the destruction that once engulfed this area.
3.6 km
5 minutes
4
Thiepval Memorial
Tickets included
The Thiepval Memorial to the Missing is the largest Commonwealth war memorial in the world, listing the names of more than 72,000 British and South African soldiers who died in the Somme and have no known grave.
4.7 km
6 minutes
5
Newfoundland Memorial
Tickets included
This memorial is the largest preserved battlefield of the Somme, where the landscape remains scarred by the trenches, shell craters, and barbed wire of 1916. Your guide will take you along the original trench lines, explaining how the Newfoundland Regiment suffered devastating losses within minutes of going over the top.
164 km
2 hours
6
Central Paris
Discover key WWI battlefields in Normandy on a small-group tour led by an expert historian.
Discover key WWI battlefields in Normandy on a small-group tour led by an expert historian.
Inclusions
Exclusions
Lunch
Central Paris
Your small-group journey begins near the Arc de Triomphe in Paris your guide provides historical background on Operation Overlord and the vital role played by Canadian forces in the Normandy landings during the two-hour drive through the scenic French countryside.
247 km
3 hours
1
Juno Beach
Free Admission
Upon arrival, you will step onto the sands of Juno Beach, where 14,000 Canadian troops landed under intense fire. Your guide will explain how the landings unfolded, the strategic importance of this sector, and the challenges Canadian forces faced as they pushed inland.
1.4 km
4 minutes
2
Juno Beach Centre
Tickets included
Next, you’ll visit the Juno Beach Centre, a museum detailing Canada’s role in the Normandy invasion through interactive exhibits and personal testimonies. Afterward, an official Juno Beach Centre guide will lead you inside two original German bunkers, normally closed to the public.
4.5 km
9 minutes
3
Canada House
Tickets included
A short walk from the landing site, you’ll visit Canada House, believed to be the first home liberated by Allied troops on D-Day. Your guide will share stories of the soldiers who fought here and explain how this house, still privately owned, became a symbol of the liberation.
5.2 km
6 minutes
4
Canadian War Cemetery
Free Admission
Here, more than 2,000 Canadian soldiers who lost their lives in the Battle of Normandy are laid to rest. You will get to know personal stories of some of these men, offering a moving tribute to their bravery and sacrifice. The peaceful setting of the cemetery provides a moment for reflection and remembrance.
10.7 km
11 minutes
5
Hell's Corner
After lunch, you’ll visit Hell’s Corner, the furthest inland point reached by Canadian forces on D-Day, located just 5 miles from Caen. Despite their success at the beach, Canadian troops encountered fierce German resistance as they pushed forward.
5.4 km
8 minutes
6
Ardenne Abbey
Your final stop is Ardenne Abbey, the site of one of the war’s darkest atrocities where 20 Canadian soldiers were taken prisoner and executed by the SS Hitler Youth Division in direct violation of the Geneva Convention.
233 km
3 hours
7
Central Paris
Explore WWII Canadian battlefields on a semi-private tour with expert guide & exclusive bunker access.
Explore WWII Canadian battlefields on a semi-private tour with expert guide & exclusive bunker access.
Inclusions
Explore Mont Saint-Michel’s medieval streets with an expert guide before enjoying a self-guided Abbey visit.
Explore Mont Saint-Michel’s medieval streets with an expert guide before enjoying a self-guided Abbey visit.
Inclusions
Exclusions
Lunch
Step back in time as Normandy hosts the 80th anniversary of D-Day during World War II, an occasion to mark peace, liberty, and reconciliation. The day will have events such as–fireworks, the Official International Ceremony, and an art installation called Standing with Giants.
Book: Day trip with lunch
Duration: 13-14 hours
Guided tour: Available
Price range: €129–€136
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Recommended tours:
Book: Day trip with entry to key landmarks
Duration: 11-12 hours
Guided tour: Available
Price range: €149–€280
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Recommended tours:
On June 6, 1944, a 50-mile stretch of Normandy coastline was targeted by the Allied forces for landing. The beaches were Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword. Explore the beaches, learn about their logistical roles, and remember the sacrifices made by the soldiers during Normandy’s invasion.
From wartime artifacts, personal belongings, and compelling exhibits, the D-Day museums, Musée du Débarquement de Utah Beach and Overlord Museum, help you gain a profound understanding of the pivotal events that changed the trajectory of WWII.
As part of the D-Day Tours, you’ll visit three distinct memorials: Pointe du Hoc Ranger Memorial, Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, and Caen Peace Memorial, each a solemn yet awe-inspiring tribute, evoking deep gratitude for those who sacrificed for freedom.
Longues-sur-Mer Battery and Mulberry Harbours Caissons are interesting sites to visit on your D-Day tour. The Longues-sur-Mer Battery consists of four pillboxes that still house the original guns used on June 6, 1944; whereas Mulberry Harbours Caissons are floating harbors designed and constructed by the British to protect their supply ships.
Address: 1 Pl. du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, 75016 Paris, France
Address: 17 Pl. du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, 75116 Paris, France
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Address: 19 Av. de l'Opéra, 75001 Paris, France
Anyone visiting Paris should consider taking a D-Day Tour in Normandy. The tours have a knowledgeable guide that’ll take you through the WWII war sites and memorials, sharing anecdotes and stories that you’d never find in a textbook. These tours are exciting for anyone to go on!
If you’re curious, you should read about WWII before taking a D-Day Tour in Normandy. That said, it is not a compulsion. Every tour has a knowledgeable guide who’ll take you through the history of each place and the role it played in WWII.
No, there is no age restriction. Children study about the war in their school books and the tours are committed to sharing this period of history in a way which suitable for younger visitors.
Since a large part of the tours are outdoors, on uneven terrains, they are not accessible to people with disabilities (in a wheelchair).
Yes, the D-Day beaches (Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword) are accessible to the public. You can walk on the beaches, feel the sand between your toes, and try to imagine the events that occurred on those beaches on June 6, 1944. To learn more about the events, you can visit the nearby memorial sites and museums.
Lunch is not included with every ticket type. Check your ticket to know if lunch is included in it.
You can cancel your tickets 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
A few interesting souvenirs that you can pick up for your family and friends from Normandy are a bottle of Calvados apple brandy, salted butter caramels, Trudon candles, madeleines, and a bottle of Benedictine.
