Normandy D-Day Small-Group Day Trip with Omaha Beach, Cemetery & Cider Tasting

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Duration:12 hours to 13 hours (approx.)
Location: Paris, Île-de-France

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Visit the most important D-Day sites in Normandy on this small-group day trip from Paris. You'll walk on Omaha Beach, go inside of German bunkers, visit the Overlord Museum, peer over the 110ft tall seaside cliffs at the Pointe du Hoc, and pay your respects to those who sacrificed it all at the American Cemetery. In order to bring a little sweetness to your visit you also enjoy a local Normandy Hard Cider tasting.

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1. Omaha Beach
Omaha Beach was known to be the most difficult military objective when the invasion of Normandy was being planned. In order to be sure that the Allied forces took it the youngest and most foolhardy soldiers were assigned to it, most of them were American. You'll walk on the same sands as them and learn about their acts of heroism and sacrifice.
2. Overlord Museum - Omaha Beach
Operation Overlord was the code name given to the Allied Invasion of northwest Europe. This museum has an unequaled collection of military equipment that was used to either defend or attack the coast of Normandy. Such as a full-sized authentic Higgins boat, with its front flap down, and impressive Sherman and Panzer tanks.
3. Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer
This German Battery has a fully intact Command Bunker and 3 other bunkers that are still armed with huge 150 mm guns today. You'll climb inside the bunkers with your guide and find out what happened on the morning of D-day from the Axis perspective. Learning about Rommel's defenses known as the "Atlantic Wall".
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For lunch, you will stop at a mom-and-pop style restaurant such as the l'Hostéière. On the coast, there are no fancy restaurants. There are only little places with fresh local foods such as salads, omelets, barbecued meats, and crepes. We do not include your lunch in our tour price. You can pick whatever you want from the menu. Plan on spending 10-20€.
5. Pointe du Hoc
The Pointe-du-Hoc was a strategic German defensive point that had huge guns pointed towards both Omaha and Utah Beaches. On D-day, it was a top priority to capture. Here you will walk around huge bomb craters to the edge of a 110ft tall, seaside cliff. Learn how Rudders Rangers climbed it with rocket-powered grappling hooks and their bayonets.
6. Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer
Here 9,388 white marble tombs stand in perfectly straight lines. You'll walk among the Crosses and Stars of David with your guide and pay your respects to those who sacrificed everything. You'll visit Medal of Honor winners and also the Niland brothers whose real-life story inspired the movie "Saving Private Ryan".
7. Ferme de la Sapiniere
Before there was a war there were apple trees to tend in Normandy. The apple orchards in Normandy grow dozens of different varieties of apples and turn them into amazing apple juices, hard ciders, and strong liquor called Calvados. We'll stop at one of the local orchards and you'll get to taste some of Normandy’s famous Cider. We’ll pay for your tasting.

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Posted By : Lynn M
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Visiting Omaha Beach and the American cemetery had always been something we’ve wanted to do and our tour guide Brunhilde made the tour better than expected. She was knowledgeable, engaging, and willing to answer all our questions. She made the day perfect.

We will recommend this tour to our US friends.
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Posted On : 2023-12-31 16:02:12

Posted By : deniseh1162
This was the best trip!!! We were busy but everything went smoothly. The places we went were beautiful and meaningful. Mathew was our guide and he was a treasure of knowledge and made the day!!
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Posted On : 2023-12-30 08:25:21

Posted By : Jennifer_M
The topography, walking the area, learning bits & pieces of personal sacrifice, witnessing pride & appreciation of the local area. Chatting with the cider owner.
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Posted On : 2023-12-30 02:57:49

Posted By : Sherry_J
A very nice tour of Normandy, the beaches, the cemetery, the battlefields, the museum and a nice stop at the Cider Mill. The tour guide Jeremy was knowledgeable and helpful.
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Posted On : 2023-12-27 15:55:19

Posted By : Natalie_G
Our tour guide H.P. was amazing, entertaining, and made the tour absolutely fascinating. He was truly a subject matter expert and managed to make all of the history we experienced that day so relevant and relatable.
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Posted On : 2023-12-26 07:08:43

Posted By : Deborah_H
This small group trip was led by a knowledgeable and experienced guide. He knew all the best places and was ready to answer every odd question… or just let us sleep if that was what we wanted. The cider house visit really added to this trip.
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Posted On : 2023-12-24 07:44:42

Posted By : Leticia_W
Wonderful tour, wonderful guide, definitely a must do while in France! Very much enjoyed the knowledge and passion from Oliver.
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Posted On : 2023-12-23 16:41:01

Posted By : Jon_H
Seeing where my grandfather landed on D-Day was a truly an incredible experience! Our guide was amazing as well. I'd highly recommend this trip to anyone.
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Posted On : 2023-12-21 07:22:49

Posted By : Jordan_C
Had a great time on this trip! Would recommend to anyone wanting to see the D-day sites with a guide. Everything was very well organized and exactly as described.
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Posted On : 2023-12-20 12:58:51

Posted By : Thomas_A
Enjoyed the entire trip. Being off-season we were at the national cemetery by ourselves. Quite humbling and peaceful.
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Posted On : 2023-12-16 13:07:59