Paris Day Trip to the D-Day Normandy Beaches
In the footsteps of heroes
Highlights
- Visit Normandy on a convenient day trip from Paris with private transportation.
- Hear historical context and insightful stories from your private tour guide.
- Learn about the battles and their key moments as you ride in comfort.
- Enjoy lunch with a glass of Normandy cidre in a historic brasserie filled with WWII memorabilia.
- Pay your respects at the American Cemetery as you reflect on the sacrifices of the Allied Forces.
- Explore the exhibits and stories at the Utah Beach Landing Museum
Your private experience
This private, curated day trip from Paris to Normandy gives you the opportunity to discover D-Day’s historic sites and hear stories from your guide that enrich your visit.
In a comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle, we’ll tra...
This private, curated day trip from Paris to Normandy gives you the opportunity to discover D-Day’s historic sites and hear stories from your guide that enrich your visit.
In a comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle, we’ll travel to Normandy. It’s about 3.5 hours each way, and we’ll break at the halfway point for a rest stop. Once there, we’ll explore the Utah Beach Landing Museum inside a preserved German bunker. You can also tour the Higgins Boat Monument and the Utah Beach Memorial with your guide, who will share about the events, decisions, and individuals who shaped this pivotal moment in history.
We’ll pause for lunch in a historic wartime site reborn as a brasserie. The restaurant serves crowd-pleasing fare alongside French classics like boeuf bourguignon. You’ll also have the opportunity to try Normandy cidre, selecting from either a crisp brut or a sweeter doux to suit your taste.
At the Normandy American Cemetery at Omaha Beach, discover the visitor center and its insightful permanent exhibition, including a film about the American forces in World War II. You’ll have plenty of time to explore the cemetery before returning with your guide to Paris, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.
Itinerary
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Drive to Normandy
A pleasant drive to the Normandy beaches with a rest stop halfway -
Utah Beach
The westernmost D-Day landing beach, code-named “Utah” -
Utah Beach Landing Museum
Featuring a rare B26 bomber, wartime memorabilia, an award-winning documentary, and more -
Lunch
A pause for a relaxing meal in a historic brasserie with the opportunity to enjoy a glass of Normandy cidre -
American Cemetery at Omaha Beach
The first American cemetery on European soil -
Normandy American Cemetery Visitor Center
A comprehensive exhibit featuring a film about the American forces in WWII -
Return trip
With another stop at the halfway point to stretch or snack
Testimonials
Meeting point
FAQs
Is lunch included?
Yes, lunch is included with this experience, and the brasserie has many vegetarian options. If you have any dietary requirements, please contact us in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
How much walking is there?
Transportation is by vehicle, but we’ll have up to 2 miles (just over 3 kilometers) of leisurely walking throughout the day.
Is this experience good for kids?
Yes, this experience is family-friendly, and guides can tailor the tour for your group to make sure kids are included. Because we travel by car, every person needs a seat, including infants. If you need an infant car seat for your child, just let us know in advance.
What are the hotel pickup areas?
Pickup and drop-off to Paris hotels located within the Boulevard Périphérique are included. If you’re staying in a hotel outside of this area, please contact us after booking and we can advise on pickup. There may be an additional charge.
Are there breaks?
Yes, we’ll stop halfway on the drive there and back for a restroom break and stretch. There’s also a lunch stop at Le Roosevelt, a restaurant near Utah Beach.
Can we attend a wreath-laying ceremony?
Wreath-laying ceremonies happen on select days at the American Cemetery. We can coordinate one during your visit if you request it before booking. This includes the opportunity for the guest to join in the ceremony by laying the wreath.
What if it rains?
This experience runs rain or shine. If there’s extreme weather and we have to cancel, you’ll get a full refund.
Is this experience wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately, this experience isn’t accessible for wheelchairs due to the beach terrain.
What is the cancellation policy?
We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule up to 48 hours before your tour start time.
€2,422 per group $2,778 per group £2,112 per group C$3,850 per group A$4,001 per group
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Unforgettable moments shaped around you -
Thoughtfully curated
Hand-picked experiences for the highest quality -
High-touch service
So your visit is stress-free from start to finish