Journey across superb Normandy countryside where we will start with a moving visit to the Caen Memorial. While dedicated to peace, the memorial devotes itself to illustrations and films about the Second World War and the Normandy landings of June 1944. In the afternoon we will visit the Pointe du Hoc followed by the American cemetery of Saint-Laurent at Colleville where 9,386 soldiers are buried. The schedule (1 hour) allows for a walk on Omaha Beach, below the cemetery. Next, the tour will either make a short stop for pictures at Arromanches OR Juno Beach. Thoughout the day, our guide will be providing commentary on all sites and explain how D-Day and the Battle of Normandy unfolded.
This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure. Passengers must contact the local sightseeing company upon arrival to reconfirm their tour.
Duration:
Approximately 14 hours
Meeting point:
Hotel Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel, 18 Avenue De Suffren. IMPORTANT: Due to the Olympic Games, from July 19th to September 8th 2024, the meeting point will temporarily change to 26 boulevard Auguste Blanqui 75013 Paris.
Ending point:
Hotel Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel.
Departures:
7:00AM Daily from April to October and from November to March tour runs on Tuesday, Thrusday & Saturday (Except 23 Dec 2024 to 4 Jan 2025 the tour runs Moday, Tuesday, Thrusday, Friday & Saturday.
Group Size:
Buses can accomodate up to 75 people
Not Included:
Transportation to/from hotel, gratuities, lunch
Additional Information:
Tour will not operate June 6
Discounts are available for children aged 3-11 years.
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