Utah & Omaha Beaches D-Day Group Tour from Bayeux

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Duration:8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Location: Bayeux, Normandy

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Full day sightseeing tour of the American sectors of the D-Day Normandy invasion + Airborne Museum. An experienced English speaking guide will show you the battlefield sites and explain in detail the events that occurred.

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1. Bayeux Shuttle - Departure point
We like to run on schedule and if you are not at the departure point by the advertised boarding time, we will depart. There will be others on board that have arrived as requested and we do not want to impact their experience. If you do arrive late, you will need to take a cab at your own expense to catch up with the tour. We strongly advise you to arrive early for the tour as no refunds will be considered if you miss the service.
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You will be given a great overview of the beach landings that took place on Omaha Beach on June 6th, 1944. After which, you will have around 15 minutes free time to walk on the sand (depending on tidal conditions) where American forces landed on D-Day.
3. Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer
The guide will lead you into the incredible American Cemetery and explain many key facts about when it was built, why it is located where it is and many of stories of the men and women who are buried here. You will be given around 45 minutes free time to explore on your own.
4. Pointe du Hoc
You will learn about the role of the American Rangers on D-Day who had to scale the cliffs at the Pointe-Du-Hoc to silence long range German guns. You will be given sufficient free time to explore on your own after the explanations given by your guide.
5. Airborne Museum
Included in the cost of your tour is a ticket to enter the impressive Airborne Museum. Your guide will give you sufficient time to tour this fantastic location that will give you a greater insight into the Airborne operation.
6. Sainte-Mere-Eglise
This small Norman town was situated on the main N13 road that linked Cherbourg to Bayeux and Caen. This was the main route that both Germans and Americans would need to mobilize much needed equipment during the battle of Normandy. Ste Mere Eglise was an objective for 82nd Airborne Paratroopers and has been made famous by the movie, The Longest Day. American Paratrooper John Steele was unfortunate to get caught on the church steeple during the drop.
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As we drive, we will show you some of the typical hedgerow terrain that the allies had to battle through. We will explain how the Germans utilized the countryside known as the "bocage" to their defensive advantage and how the allies overcame them.
8. Utah Beach
Your guide will give you a detailed account of the landings by the American 4th Infantry Division before allowing you some free time to explore the many monuments that are located here.
9. Major Richard Winters Memorial
We will stop briefly to show you one of our favorite's monuments in Normandy. Richard Winters was chosen to represent leadership due to his worldwide fame from the TV mini-series, Band of Brothers.
10. Sainte-Marie-du-Mont
We will take time to explain the significance of this beautiful small village. This was an objective for the 101st Airborne to help the forces landing on Utah Beach.
11. Angoville-Au-Plain
Situated approximately 5 miles from Carentan, the small village of Angoville-Au-Plain witnessed heavy fighting between the German Paratroopers and American Paratroopers that dropped close by at dropzone D. After our 101st Airborne briefing, you will then hear the incredible story of two Airborne Medics. Kenneth Moore and Robert Wright displayed not only courage but also humanity during the desperate struggle to take this small area of Normandy.

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Posted By : Alicia_D
The American cemetery was very moving. I would have liked to spend more time there. The descriptions of the DDay battles were excellent. S Mere Eglise was excellent. Our guide Pascal did a magnificent job. He knew all the history without notes.
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Posted On : 2024-05-17 06:57:15

Posted By : alangT3034CS
Pascal was very very interesting and informed and he had a GREAT personality and he made everything so much more interesting
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Posted On : 2024-05-17 01:55:41

Posted By : Julie_T
Excellent tour. Very informative. Pascal was an amazing guide. So knowledgeable! His stories of the people from the war were an added benefit. Very full day of history. Pascal was also very entertaining, funny and personable. Highly recommend.
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Posted On : 2024-05-14 15:09:16

Posted By : John W
Our guide Charles was very knowledgeable & entertaining. The tour hit all the right spots in limited time. Well worth the charges.
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Posted On : 2024-05-14 03:15:04

Posted By : Marc_G
We visited the beaches used for the american landing in Normandy. Pascal the guide has been excellent explaining all the stories in details.
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Posted On : 2024-05-12 16:10:55

Posted By : Jeanine_F
Maureen, our guide, was so awesome.
We were thrilled beyond
expectations.

Lots of history & information.
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Posted On : 2024-05-12 13:18:19

Posted By : Charles_V
Inspired by d day and the valiant heroes who persevered. Our guide brought these stories to life! Charles was very knowledgeable and took time to answer every question and comment.

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Posted On : 2024-05-12 10:26:46

Posted By : Tad_d
Pascal brought his own experience and profound interest and detailed knowledge of D-Day. He was interesting. He gave us backgrounds of strategy. He helped us grapple with difficult questions. He was excellent. I have heard of other leaders. Sadly they really fell short.
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Posted On : 2024-05-10 15:09:16

Posted By : Theodore_B
Jordan had a very difficult passenger and handled the person extremely professionally. He did an exceptional job and I’d recommend him to anyone!!
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Posted On : 2024-05-10 13:49:07

Posted By : Sherpa15974727437
Charles was incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic! He really made the day tour fly by. We were very impressed with his respect for what happened on those beaches. Just a great tour!
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Posted On : 2024-05-10 09:26:30