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Normandy D-Day Beaches from Rouen | Private Tour | Guide Optional
About this experience
This is the bucket list D-Day shore excursion from Rouen — a fully private tour covering the complete American story of June 6, 1944, with a licensed WWII expert guide exclusively for your group. At Pointe du Hoc, as seen in Saving Private Ryan, you walk among the original craters and bunkers where U.S. Army Rangers scaled the cliffs under fire. At Omaha Beach, your guide narrates every sector of the landing. At the Normandy American Cemetery, 9,387 white marble crosses face the English Channel — one of the most moving sights in all of France. This tour is fully customizable. Tell us your interests and we build the day around your group.
What to expect
Stop 1 · 2h
After driving for 2 hours through the Normandy countryside, your first stop will be at Pointe du Hoc, where you can see the numerous bomb craters that have remained untouched since the war. Climb through the various bunkers to witness how the Germans used the cliffs to their advantage, and imagine how the Americans attacked and captured the battery after scaling the cliffs.
Stop 2 · 2h
Afterward, head to Omaha Beach and pass along 8 km of coastline facing the English Channel. Ashore, you will find a sculpture called Les Braves, meaning "The Braves" in honor of the soldiers who fought in the war. There will be an opportunity to stop for a quick lunch near Omaha Beach.
Stop 3 · 2h
Next, continue the tour to the Normandy American Cemetery to pay tribute to the fighters of the battle. The visitor center offers a detailed exhibition about the war. This will be our last stop before heading back for a 2-hour drive to the port or your hotel.
What’s included
- Flexible pickup location | Rouen, hotel, train station or airport — we come to you.
- Chilled water provided throughout the day.
- Pickup from cruise terminal, hotel, station or airport.
- Multilingual guide (optional) | The D-Day story told by a licensed specialist.
- Travel in comfort throughout the day.
Not included
- At your discretion.
- Driver and guide recommend locally.
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Private Tour & Local Guide
Volkswagen Van or similar Customizable Itinerary Pickup included
Guide & Coach 16 pax
16-Seater Coach: Air-conditioned 16-seater coach for your group, private and exclusive, with room for up to 15 travelers. Pickup included
Private Transfer (No Guide)
Explore on your own. Our driver will take you to the points of interest mentioned in the tour itinerary. Volkswagen Van or similar Pickup included
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Total tour duration of 9 hours includes travel time of 2 hour each way from/to the port.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.