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Private D-Day Experience from Bayeux
About this experience
Discover the American sectors of the Normandy D-Day landing beaches with a guided private tour. This tour is suitable for a maximum of 7 passengers who do not wish to share the tour experience with other clients.
What to expect
Stop 1 · 45min
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.
Stop 2 · 45min
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.
Stop 3 · 40min
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.
Stop 4 · 1h 30min
We stop at Sainte Mere Eglise to explain the importance the 82nd Airborne operation on D-Day. At this location, we will stay for 1 hour and 30 minutes. During this time, you will be given 1 hour of free time for lunch. Please note that lunch is not included in the price of the tour. Should you prefer, you can utilise the whole 90 minutes for your free time. You can grab a quick snack and then visit the impressive Airborne Museum. At the heart of Sainte-Mère-Eglise, facing the church where John Steele famously was caught, hanging from the bell tower by his parachute. The Airborne Museum makes you live and understand the D-Day from the invasion preparations in England, through to the battles for liberation. Board a glider and a C-47 aircraft with sound and light effects for a total immersion. You will also accompany the soldiers of the 82nd and 101st Airborne Division in the decisive battles of the Normandy Landings thanks to an hyperrealistic museography.
Stop 5 · 50min
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.
Stop 6 · 20min
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.
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
- Museum Entrance fees
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Private D-Day Experience from Bayeux
Pickup included
Meeting & pickup
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A maximum of 7 people per booking
- Adult pricing applies to all travellers
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.