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Want to know exactly what happened on D-Day? Learn everything about D-Day by visiting the famous invasion beaches, historic sites and war monuments. Book your private Normandy tours from Bayeux  or join a shared small group tour and let our passionate licensed Normandy tour guides take you back in time, to June 6th, 1944. See where everything took place, learn the facts and details and hear amazing stories told by our English speaking Normandy tour guides. Get up close and personal and relive this revolutionary day in history. Bayeux Sightseeing Tours offers the best Normandy D-Day tours from Bayeux  in the region for a great price! Check our itinerary  page to find out which sites you will visit on your D-Day tour.

Start your Normandy tours from Paris, Sainte Mere Eglise, Bayeux or other locations. We offer: half day, one-day and two-day Normandy invasion beaches tours.

Are you visiting from Paris , by cruise ship or are you traveling by car or train? At Bayeux Sightseeing Tours, we offer a variety of possible locations from where you can start your tours to normandy. Visit our information page if you want to know our pick-up locations or if you need advice on where to park or which hotel to book if you book tours to normandy from paris or elsewhere. Have you missed your train and will you be delayed? No need to worry, just call us and we will arrange a taxi or simply postpone your pick-up time. We will do whatever we can to make sure you enjoy your D-Day tour. Our   Normandy day tour from Paris or elsewhere can also be a half day or two day tour, depending on your needs and wishes. Our Normandy tours are available in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. We also offer private Normandy tours / excursions during the holidays. Normandy tour packages including accommodation can be arranged as well. With our Normandy guided tours you will visit the D-Day landing beaches ( Omaha beach , Utah beach , Gold beach ) and the Normandy D-Day drop zones in our comfortable 9- seater minivan / minibus. We have conducted Normandy tours from Bayeux , Paris and  Sainte Mere Eglise for every one: American, Canadian, British, Australian and all other enthusiasts.

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All our D-Day Normandy tours have English speaking Normandy tour guides who are licensed, experienced and very passionate about WWII. Their interest in war history and their passion for D-Day, make our tours so interesting and enjoyable. Our 9- seater vans are comfortable and all have excellent audio systems, making sure that all commentary by our guides can be heard clearly by everyone. We will answer all your questions and tell you about this beatiful region of Normandy while traveling from one site to the other. For those who need to stay connected, our vehicles even include free onboard Wi-Fi! Bayeux Sightseeing Tours are 5-star rated by Tripadvisor and offer the best Normandy D-Day tours in the area. We offer a wide variety of Normandy D-Day tours , so you can always get the D-Day experience you want. Book your Normandy landing beaches tour with us to be shure to get the most out of your visit!

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On June 6 1944, 135,000 men and 20,000 vehicles were brought onto the shores of Normandy during the night via five landing beaches . Come and re-live the Normandy invasion with a guided tour and discover: the D-Day landing beaches (Sword, Juno, Gold, Omaha and Utah), Point du Hoc, the Airborne sectors, the D-day battlefields and the D-day museums. Take a fascinating and informative battle site tour led by our expert guides. We are recommended by veterans!

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10 best day trips from Bayeux: D-Day beach tours + other ideas

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Bayeux is a Normandy town with a plethora of things to see and do in the surrounding area . Its ideal location at the gateway to the D-Day landing beaches makes it an excellent starting point for visiting these must-see places. Nature, beaches, historic sites, gastronomy, with the family… There’s something for everyone!

In this article, we have selected for you the 10 best day trips from Bayeux , with all our advice and opinions in pictures to help you make your choice.

Find our advice and opinions on the best excursions from Bayeux: D-Day, nature, history, gastronomy (+photos)

This review is completely independent , based on our experiences. We visited the area anonymously, making our own choices, and paying all our bills in full.

Our tips for choosing the right excursions

Our selection of favorite day trips from bayeux (d-day tours and more).

For those of you who don’t want to read all our detailed advice on these 10 selected excursions, we’ll give you a quick answer with our impressions right now of our favorite excursions from Bayeux:

  • Mont-Saint-Michel: A French heritage site for centuries, Mont-Saint-Michel is just a 1h20min drive from Bayeux! Its abbey , a UNESCO World Heritage site, its narrow streets, the charm of its bay… A magical place with a wealth of architecture and history. Not to be missed – see details, availability and booking.

View of Mont-Saint-Michel and its bay

  • D-Day beaches: bunkers, sculptures, fine sand, cliffs… World War II historic sites in Normandy are numerous and unmissable. Each beach has its own special features: cemeteries, batteries, memorials, museums… And they are all more fascinating to discover than the others – see details, availability and booking.

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  • Calvados tasting, a taste of Normandy: experience an interactive journey through the history of Normandy and Calvados, before rounding off your visit with a delicious Calvados tasting – see details, availability and booking .

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WHERE TO STAY IN Bayeux

Option 1: Central and close to downtown

Within 5 to 10 minutes’ walk of the historic center, you’ll find beautiful mansions transformed into welcoming hotels and B&Bs. We recommend..:

  • Hotel Domaine de Bayeux installed in an 18th century mansion – see prices, photos and availability .
  • Hôtel le Lion d’Or in a former 18th-century post office building – see prices, photos, availability .

Hotel Domaine de Bayeux

Option 2: in the countryside

The Normandy countryside is very green and inspiring. At the bend in the forest or in the fields, pretty villages with beautiful buildings transport you to another world, or even another era.

  • Hotel Domaine de la Rançonnière , only 20 minutes from Bayeux – see prices, photos and availability .

Hotel Domaine de la Rançonniere

Option 3: By the sea

The seaside is just 15 minutes drive from Bayeux. Breathe the sea air while enjoying easy access to Bayeux and the D-Day beaches.

  • Hotel Villas d’Arromanches – see prices, photos and availability.

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Getting around with or without a car?

Bayeux is a town served by train lines, with an SNCF railway station. You can get there by train and then decide to book excursions with transport included, or rent a car on the spot .

If you opt for organized tours with transport, the advantage is that you can rest on the way and admire the scenery along the way!

Bayeux train station

It’s worth mentioning that parking in Bayeux is possible, with a number of both free and paid parking spaces. There are also several cycle paths in and around town, should you choose to cycle.

Depending on whether or not you are motorized, we recommend that you choose your accommodation in Bayeux itself or in the surrounding area for greater convenience. Remember to book your accommodation as early as possible to take advantage of the best prices and, above all, to have plenty of choice!

How to get to Bayeux

Bayeux is located in Normandy, close to the D-Day landing beaches.

Map of Bayeux in Normandy

The easiest way to get to Bayeux is by car. In fact, you can find our 35 practical tips for renting a car in Bayeux here . Prefer to travel by train? You can also get to Bayeux by train, with regular services every day.

See available timetables and book your train and coach tickets now .

OUR ADVICE FOR RENTING A CAR IN Normandy

  • Compare prices on our preferred platform: DiscoverCars – one of the best rated sites.
  • Choose a car that is comfortable enough (distances can be long) but compact (some parking lots and villages are narrow).
  • Think of the complete insurance (some roads are tortuous and narrow).
  • There is a lot of demand, book it early .

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Head for the charming village of Sainte-Mère-Église, which owes its fame to American parachutist John Steele. Hanging from the bell tower of Sainte-Mère-Église on June 4, 1944, he inspired the famous film The Longest Day .

D Day experience near Utah Beach in Normandy

About 15 minutes after this 1st stopover, you’ll embark for Utah Beach. We really enjoyed the playful side of this D-Day beach: an open-air museum, a battery and the new D-Day Experience not far away.

After 2 hours on site, a visit to the Pointe du Hoc is a must. Take time to admire the soothing sight of the cliffs and the immensity of the English Channel before you.

Omaha Beach, Normandy

Finally, a stop at the famous Omaha Beach, where we were moved by the magnificent sculpture on the beach and the intensity of the American cemetery. We were deeply moved by all the crosses lined up above the soldiers’ graves.

How long does the tour last?

Plan a full day for this activity, with pick-up in the morning and drop-off at the end of the day at Place de Québec, a 5-minute walk from Notre-Dame de Bayeux Cathedral .

Downtown Bayeux

Why did we choose it?

This tour has several highlights:

  • A small-group excursion for a more intimate tour experience,
  • A full day with several major D-Day sites,
  • Easily accessible from downtown Bayeux,
  • An English-speaking guide.

Omaha Beach American Cemetery, Normandy

Is the tour family-friendly?

As the day is quite intense, with many points of interest to visit, children under 4 are not allowed. Strollers are not allowed either. However, from the age of 4 upwards, your children will be able to appreciate the variety of landscapes between beaches and countryside, as well as the charming village of Sainte-Mère-Église, the main parachutist drop zone on D-Day in June 1944.

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2. Excursion to the American and British landing sites on D-Day

For half a day, climb aboard this minibus to (re)discover the major historic sites where American and British troops played a major role on D-Day 1944! You’ll start at Pointe du Hoc and its majestic cliffs, the symbolic site of the D-Day landings.

Omaha Beach, Normandy

You’ll then visit a number of sites around Omaha Beach, including the American cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer and the Mulberry port at Arromanches.

Arromanches Gold Beach in Normandy

Allow half a day for this organized tour, with pick-up in downtown Bayeux at 1pm.

Arromanches-les-Bains in Normandy

We see several advantages to this excursion:

  • a full half-day visit if you don’t want to devote a full day to an organized tour,
  • an English-speaking guide,
  • PRM access.

Absolutely, you can go there with your little ones, who will enjoy visiting places steeped in history, seeing harbors, beaches, statues and tanks from the Second World War! You can bring your own stroller or baby carrier, and request a baby seat when you book.

See details, availability and book this tour!

3. Excursion to Canadian landing sites on D-Day

Are you fascinated by the liberation of Europe by Canadian troops during the Second World War? Then this is the tour for you! Embark on a full-day tour of major sites such as the Juno Beach Regiment North Shore, the village of Courseulles-sur-Mer and the Canadian military cemetery at Beny-sur-Mer.

Beny-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, Normandy

To round off this emotionally-charged tour of the heroic exploits of the Canadian army during the D-Day landings, you’ll stop off at the Canadian Memorial to the Abbaye d’Ardenne Massacre in Caen, where many Canadian soldiers were executed a few days after the landings. Finally, you’ll end your tour at Caen Carpiquet airport, liberated by Canadian troops in 1944.

Juno Beach in Normandy

This activity lasts a full day, from your pick-up around 8:30 a.m. in downtown Bayeux to the end of the afternoon.

Remembrance revived" sculpture commissioned by the Juno Beach Centre Association from Canadian artist Colin Gibson.

This excursion has many assets:

  • A small-group tour for a more intimate experience,
  • A full day at several Canadian D-Day sites in June 1944,
  • An English-speaking guide,

This tour is perfectly suited to families, even with small children. You can bring your own stroller and request a child seat when you book your tour.

4. Explore Mont-Saint-Michel

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this Wonder on the Mount is a real jewel in the region. Mont-Saint-Michel is home to one of Christendom’s most important pilgrimage sites: its abbey , perched more than 50 metres above sea level.

Mont-Saint-Michel

The abbey’s rooms, some of which were built in different eras, the originality of its rooftop cloister and its breathtaking views over the bay and surrounding area will leave you speechless.

We were captivated not only by the history of the place, but also by the architectural feat that the abbey represents.

Cloister of Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey in Normandy

Before heading back down to the village’s cobbled streets in an almost fairytale setting, take time to admire the breathtaking views over the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel from the abbey.

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You’ll also have free time to eat on the Mont, as meals are not included in this tour. Find out more about our best places to eat at Mont-Saint-Michel .

Allow a full day for this excursion. If you prefer to go to Mont-Saint-Michel on your own, remember to reserve your time to visit the abbey and avoid queuing!

Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey

We see this activity as having a number of advantages:

  • a full day to take time out to visit the village on the Mont and its main attraction, the listed abbey,
  • a confidential excursion with a maximum of 8 participants.

Yes, the day trip to Mont-Saint-Michel is suitable for families. There are a lot of steps in the village, and therefore a lot of stairs. We don’t recommend taking a stroller at all, but a baby carrier depending on your child’s age might be more practical. Your toddlers will also be delighted to discover the treasure hunts for all ages organized by the Mont-Saint-Michel Tourist Office. More information on the official website .

5. Tasting Calvados, a taste of Normandy’s terroir

Head for Pont-l’Évêque, just 1h15 drive from Bayeux, to sample one of the pillars of Normandy’s terroir: the famous Calvados. In the oldest Calvados House, Calvados Père Magloire, your visit to the Calvados Experience will take you on an interactive journey through the history of Normandy and Calvados. The visit ends with a delicious tasting of this PDO apple brandy.

Calvados

How long does the activity last?

Allow around 1h30 on site, excluding transportation. Please note that transportation is not included when booking this activity. A good half-day will be needed if you include the round trip and time on site.

In our opinion, this activity offers a number of advantages:

  • see for himself the transformation of apples into Calvados brandy,
  • enjoy a guided tour in French or English,
  • enjoy an immersive experience in Pont-l’Évêque to discover Normandy’s terroir,
  • end your visit with a tasting session.

Is the activity family-friendly?

This activity is open to all ages (except for the tasting), but it should be noted that it’s an immersive visit in rooms with dim lighting, smoke and noise pollution that can be disturbing for children.

See details, availability and book this activity!

6. Visit the charming port town of Honfleur

Honfleur, a city of painters but also a fishing, commercial and yachting port, remains one of the prettiest towns in Normandy in our opinion. Visiting Bayeux? Luckily, Honfleur is only 1 hour away by car! Don’t miss out on all the great things to do in this pretty Normandy town, and check out our 21 ideas for things to do in Honfleur here .

Eugène Boudin Museum in Honfleur, Normandy

In one day, you can enjoy:

  • Sainte-Catherine Church : France’s largest wooden church with separate bell tower – see our article ,

Sainte-Catherine Church in Honfleur, Normandy

  • Jardin des Personnalités : a splendid natural setting overlooking the Seine,
  • its narrow streets and art galleries : the best way to discover the city’s architecture is on foot,
  • of Honfleur’s Vieux Port : a postcard setting, with its swirl of colors and the reflection of lined-up masts.

Old Port of Honfleur in Normandy

How much time should I allow?

Plan to spend a full day in Honfleur to make the most of this charming port town and enjoy lunch at one of its excellent restaurants. Honfleur is also famous for its restaurants. To help you make the most of your trip from Bayeux, check out our reviews and tips for the 15 best restaurants in Honfleur .

Restaurant in Honfleur, Normandy

We’ve been there several times and never tire of its charm! In our opinion, Honfleur is one of the most beautiful towns in Normandy. Its port, narrow streets, lights and wooden church have inspired many artists!

Honfleur is a pleasant town to discover with the whole family, with its harbor and many docked boats to please young and old alike. The town also boasts a number of green spaces and parks. Note, however, that the streets are cobbled. Stroller access is not always practical, so you may prefer to use a baby carrier if possible.

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7. Visit Caen and its Memorial

Discover one of the major historical sites of the Second World War: the Caen Memorial. This is one of the towns in France where bombing raids were devastating, destroying a large part of the buildings in 1944. One of the rooms is entirely dedicated to the Battle of Normandy.

Caen Memorial

Immerse yourself in the spiral of history that retraces the key events of the 2 World Wars, from the European conflict that began in the 20th century to the Cold War, via the Normandy Landings in June 1944.

Soviet MIG-21, a post-1945 warplane on display at the Caen Memorial

International conflicts of the twentieth century are put into context, and you’ll be able to admire collector’s items such as the Soviet MIG-21, a post-1945 warplane pictured above. Since its development in the mid-1950s, this aircraft has been regarded as the symbol of the Eastern Bloc’s strike force.

You can allow a full day to visit the Caen Memorial, including a 1-hour round trip depending on traffic conditions. Caen is also a city renowned for its fine dining, and we’ve listed our top restaurants for eating out in Caen .

Caen Memorial

We see several advantages to this activity:

  • PRM access,
  • an immersive place,
  • access to the Caen Memorial and the current temporary exhibition,
  • a place to visit open from 9am.

It’s an interesting place to visit as a family with your children. Interactive guided tours, adapted to the youngest visitors, are available with mediators. Don’t hesitate to ask when booking your visit. Please note, however, that the subject of war can be a sensitive one, especially for young visitors. A free drop-in center is available in the museum for the youngest visitors. Strollers are welcome.

Book your ticket for the Caen Memorial now!

8. Balleroy Castle and Cerisy Abbey

In the 17th century, the famous architect François Mansart built the Château de Balleroy in Calvados, just a 20-minute drive from Bayeux. Did you know that this château and the village’s town-planning inspired royal cities such as Versailles?

Castle of Balleroy in Calvados, Normandy

Created in the 19th century during the heyday of Romanticism and landscape architecture, the château’s park is a true marvel. If you have time for a stopover, a gourmet break in the château’s tearoom is also very pleasant. The visit is fairly accessible, with a few steps up into the château and an easy stroll through the park.

Domaine du Château de Balleroy in Normandy

Less than 15 minutes by car from the château, we suggest a visit to Cerisy-la-Forêt Abbey. Founded in the 6th century, the abbey’s original monastery was destroyed by Viking invasions 300 years later. In the 11th century, a period when Norman abbeys were taking advantage of the monastic construction boom in the Middle Ages in the region, a new building was erected.

Cerisy-la-Forêt Abbey in Normandy

We were captivated by this example of Norman Romanesque architecture, with its high lantern tower and 13th-century chapel. We really loved this abbey and its authenticity!

How long does the outing last?

Château de Balleroy is about a 25-minute drive from Bayeux and less than 15 minutes from Cerisy-la-Forêt Abbey, depending on traffic density. You can allow a good half-day for this outing, including travel time.

Cerisy-la-Forêt Abbey in Normandy

These medieval monuments surrounded by gardens are majestic enough to take you on an idyllic stroll through this corner of Normandy. For lovers of architecture, these are also beautiful buildings that are well worth a visit, inside and out!

Is it family-friendly?

In fact, you can enjoy these beautiful monuments and gardens with your toddlers. In a stroller or baby carrier, as you prefer, as the sites are quite accessible. A family outing that’s both pastoral and historic! Relatively easy to visit for people with reduced mobility or accompanied by children, we have fond memories of these places.

9. Château Fontaine-Henry and Juno Beach

You can also combine a visit to fortified buildings with a tour of the D-Day landing beaches, for a different kind of day out! Just under 30 minutes by car from Bayeux, make a 1st stop at Château Fontaine-Henry, built in the 13th century. Passed down from generation to generation since its foundation by the de Tilly family, its current owner is the Marquis d’Oilliamson. A listed family property, the château is a true architectural treasure.

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Continue on to one of the emblematic sites of the 1944 D-Day landings, Juno Beach near Courseulles-sur-Mer. This is one of the D-Day beaches that’s easy to visit. In fact, the beach and the museum are right next to each other, so you can kill two birds with one stone! In fact, it’s the only Canadian museum on one of the D-Day beaches.

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Above, you’ll see the tribute paid to the 45,000 Canadian soldiers who gave their lives to liberate Normandy in June 1944. A place steeped in history and emotion!

You can devote just half a day to these 2 visits before heading back to Bayeux. The Château Fontaine Henry can be visited in about an hour. At Juno Beach, you can allow 45min to 1h30, depending on the activities you plan, between a stroll on the beach, the museum, the British Memorial or, a little further on, the Canadian Military Cemetery at Beny-sur-Mer.

Beny-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, Normandy

These 2 places are located on the same road and are relatively easy to get to. Whether in the Château Fontaine-Henry or on Juno Beach, you’ll learn a lot about a part of Normandy’s history.

Absolutely, these 2 activities are suitable for children and families. Château Fontaine Henry organizes “investigations” in the park, “Petits meurtres entre amis” (Little murders between friends), suitable for youngsters to play detective for an afternoon of 2 hours. Immersed with your children in this exceptional setting, neither you nor your little ones will soon forget the experience!

Touch screen and interactive module for the children's trail at the Juno Beach Centre in Normandy.

As for the Juno Beach Centre, a children’s trail has been designed with children and teenagers in mind. Thanks to interactive modules and touch screens, the “Explore Juno with your family” tour makes discovering the museum with the whole family even easier and more accessible. It should be noted, however, that the subject of the Second World War can be sensitive for some children.

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10. Château de Creully and Gold Beach

An ancient medieval fortified castle, Château de Creully is just a 15-minute drive from downtown Bayeux. During our visit, we entered its wooded, flower-filled grounds to admire the Château from the outside. Guided tours are organized in this mythical feudal site, where we were lucky enough to visit some of the rooms.

Creully Castle in Normandy

This beautiful building also played a role in the success of D-Day and the Liberation. Indeed, in June 1944, the BBC broadcast from the Château de Creully’s square tower, broadcasting news of the Battle of Normandy during the Second World War. In short, a visit is a must if you love history, castles and large parks!

Gold Beach at Arromanches-les-Bains in Normandy

A 15-minute drive from the château takes you to Gold Beach at Arromanches-les-Bains on the Normandy coast. It’s a pretty impressive and interesting place to visit. The remains of the artificial harbour (Mulberries) used during the D-Day landings appear on the beach at low tide, and you can approach them. We were also overwhelmed by the view from the cliffs, which made us feel very small in the face of such immensity. There are also several remains of equipment at the entrance to the beach near the museum.

Allow a good half-day to visit these 2 sites, which are fairly close to one another. You’ll need just an hour to visit the interior of Château de Creully, but you’ll need more time to enjoy the surrounding wooded and flower-filled park!

The Arromanches part of Gold Beach is one of the most interesting, with many D-Day relics left untouched on the beach for you to see with your own eyes.

Arromanches-les-Bains in Normandy

Château de Creully and Gold Beach are relatively close by. They’re also eye-catchers. Whether it’s in this feudal castle surrounded by magnificent parkland, or on this beach where remnants of equipment and pieces of the artificial harbour appear, you’ll have plenty to keep you busy!

Yes, completely. Your little ones will be able to frolic happily through the château’s wooded park and feel closer to nature. In Arromanches-les-Bains, your children will enjoy strolling along Gold Beach at low tide and seeing the relics of this turning point in history. World War II can be a sensitive subject for some children.

Pre-trip preparation: our tips

Before you set off on your excursion from Bayeux, here are a few tips to ensure you have an enjoyable and hassle-free day!

Check the weather

Known for its changeable climate, it can be sunny several times a day in Normandy, as the saying goes! We always consult the weather forecast to choose the right clothes and comfortable shoes for the day.

City of Bayeux

Charging your cell phone

Before leaving your accommodation, make sure your phone is fully charged. A portable rechargeable battery may be useful if you need to recharge your phone en route. The same goes for your camera, if you’re using special equipment. Ready to capture lots of beautiful memories?

Pack a snack in your backpack

To avoid hunger pangs, don’t forget to pack a small snack. Dried fruit and a flask of water, for example, are practical and healthy options for quickly regaining your strength and staying well hydrated.

downtown Bayeux, people walking with backpacks

Search for restoration options

If your tour doesn’t include a meal (remember to check when you book), it’s a good idea to look in advance for places to eat. Here’s a selection of the best places to eat in and around Bayeux .

Auberge and gourmet restaurant Le Quarante-Neuf in Saint-Vigor-le-Grand (14)

Organizing your documents

Take all the necessary documents with you: tickets for the places you’ll be visiting, identity card or passport, and transport card if necessary or car rental documents if applicable.

Now all you have to do is enjoy the moment! Take time to admire the scenery, absorb the atmosphere and enjoy every moment of this unique experience in one of France’s most beautiful regions: Normandy.

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Other excursions in Bayeux

Hiking and nature outings.

Want to get a little closer to nature? There are several options from Bayeux:

  • Sentier naturel de la vallée de l’Aure: located on the outskirts of the town of Bayeux, amidst streams, ditches, ponds, wet meadows and reedbeds, you’ll be able to admire exceptional flora and fauna. The walk is relatively easy. But remember to bring good shoes, comfortable clothes, a bottle of water and a snack!

River Aure crosses the city of Bayeux in Normandy

  • Jardin des Sources: this 5,000 m2 green space will appeal to all botanical enthusiasts. The ever-present watercourses provide a natural backdrop for perennials, grasses, roses and numerous shrubs. Colors and blooms follow one another through the seasons.

Botanical Garden of Bayeux

  • Hiking around Bayeux: do you enjoy walking or cycling? There are a number of routes within Bayeux itself, via the Botanical Gardens and the stadium, with wooden footbridges across marshy areas (13km). Or to Vaux-sur-Aure through the Aure loop (7km), then on to the orchards of the Fumichon farm and back along the Bessin country paths (12km).

Gourmet breaks around Bayeux

The area around Bayeux also offers a number of charming places to discover, if the length of your stay allows and you’re only 20 minutes from Bayeux by car:

  • La ferme de la Sapinière – in the Omaha Beach area, a cider farm where you can sample regional products.
  • A shortbread tasting in Asnelles – an authentic and simple snack, shortbread with semi-salted butter that melts in the mouth and has also been awarded the “Saveurs de Normandie” label.
  • La Grange au Mohair – a country setting, sweet little goats and an authentic knitting workshop.

Normandy delights

A walk in the Bessin

Other beautiful places are just a few kilometers from Bayeux:

  • Port-en-Bessin-Huppain: a charming seaside town 15 minutes by car from Bayeux and accessible by bus 120 from the Vallée des Près district, this is Normandy’s 1st artisanal fishing port. If you like scallops, you’re in for a treat! Stroll along the marina’s pontoon, enjoy a platter of fresh seafood or attend the Le Goût du Large festival… In short, there’s plenty to keep you busy all day, whether you’re alone, with your family or as a couple in this pretty port city.

Port-en-Bessin-Huppain in Normandy

  • Parc régional du marais du Bessin et du Cotentin: this natural area is home to storks and frogs. The park becomes a veritable sea in winter, which is quite impressive. You can also cycle, walk or hike here. even in a kayak!

So, have you made your choice? We hope you’ve found what you were looking for in this article, and that you’re already dreaming of your future excursions and discoveries around Bayeux!

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The 10 Best Local D-Day Tours in Normandy for 2024: Beaches, Battlefields, & Beyond

Last Updated: January 29, 2024 //  by  Ashley Smith 4 Comments

While many travelers can only squeeze in a day trip to Normandy from Paris , just as many others dedicate a couple of days here to take advantage of the many available Normandy D-Day tours. Booking a local day tour of the many worthwhile D-Day sites is the best way to get the most out of your visit.

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Why book one of the Normandy D-Day tours?

Day tours in Normandy are great for many reasons, for instance:

  • Transportation – There’s not a lot of reliable public transportation here, so booking a tour will ensure you can get to all the sites you want to see without having to rent a car.
  • Expertise – The Normandy tour guides are experts in their field and can provide loads of historical background on the sites you’ll visit.
  • Planning – Or really, the lack thereof. Book yourself on a tour and you won’t have to deal with any of the logistical planning.
  • Like-minded travelers – On tours like these you get to meet like-minded travelers excited to discuss the topics at hand and share these experiences. This is especially great if you’re traveling solo.

This post only covers D-Day tours originating in Normandy . You have to already be here to join them, or be able to easily get here before the start time. With the exception of two, all the rest start and end in the town of Bayeux . If you’re looking for Normandy day tours starting and ending in Paris, check out my post on Normandy day tours from Paris .

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Choosing the best Normandy D-Day tours

But which of the many available tours out there are the best ones? Which ones go to the best places and cover the most ground? Luckily, you have a World War II travel expert at your disposal to scrutinize them all and help you choose!

I haven’t taken all the tours on this list, but I do have a keen sense of what the average Normandy visitor wants from a tour of the D-Day sites . To create this list, I’ve compared the many available tours against my stringent set of criteria. I’ve taken into account things like:

  • Customer rating and reviews
  • Length of the tour and start/end times
  • Overall benefit (Is it worth your valuable time?)
  • Topic/focus of the tour
  • Ease of logistics

…and much more. All so you can be sure which of these Normandy D-Day tours are the most deserving of your precious time and money. All the tours in this post are English-language tours and all prices are listed in U.S. dollars.

So how do I go about choosing which tours are the “best?” Well, I’m extremely particular when it comes to booking travel. I’ll never recommend anything that’s rated lower than 4 out of 5 stars, anything with no reviews, or anything that’s offered by a company that looks less than reputable. As always, I only recommend the things I would personally book for myself. (And I’m a hard sell.)

And if you do find yourself in Paris, be sure to check out the many interesting WWII sites in Paris . There are some great museums and memorials here not to miss.

tall cliffs in front of the ocean under an overcast sky

My favorite day tour companies

The two companies I always go to for day tours (anywhere I go) are Viator and Get Your Guide . I’ve booked many tours through them and have always been satisfied. They’re both well-known in the travel industry; Viator is owned by TripAdvisor. They’re both super easy to book with; most tours offer free cancelation; and they always have competitive prices.

I also like Tours By Locals for great private options. You can find some amazing guides here who are fully licensed, with history degrees, years of experience, and unique local perspectives.

So, let’s get to it! All things considered, these are my choices for the best D-Day tours in Normandy for 2024.

For more information on each of the sites and museums mentioned in this post, check out my articles on what to see at each of the five Allied landing beach sectors: Utah , Omaha , Gold , Juno , & Sword Beaches.

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Best D-Day tours in Normandy: at a glance

In this post, I’ll dig into what makes these the best D-Day tours to take in Normandy. I’ll tell you why I picked them, what makes them stand out among the others, what they include (and what they don’t), and more. But first, here’s the quick list of my picks for the 10 best Normandy D-Day tours:

  • Best overall : Normandy American D-Day Beaches Full Day Tour from Bayeux
  • Best half-day tour : American D-Day Sites in Normandy Half-Day Tour
  • Best private tour : American D-Day Private Tour with a Licensed Guide
  • Best shore excursion : D-Day Landing Beaches Shore Excursion from Le Havre
  • Best Band of Brothers tour : Omaha and Band of Brothers Full Day Tour from Bayeux
  • Best tour for Canadian visitors : Full-Day Canadian Battlefields and Sites of Normandy Tour
  • Most unique Normandy D-Day tour : Half-Day Sidecar Excursion to the Landing Beaches
  • Best tour from Caen : Guided D-Day Sites Tour & Caen Memorial Museum
  • Best D-Day tour for British visitors : British D-Day World War II Normandy Private Tour
  • Best bonus D-Day sites tou r: Utah & Omaha Beaches D-Day Group Tour from Bayeux

That’s the simple list; now let’s dig deeper into which of these Normandy D-Day tours is going to be the best for you .

Also check out: 10 Things You Need to Know Before Visiting Normandy’s D-Day Sites

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1. Best overall Normandy D-Day tour from Bayeux

My pick for best overall: Normandy American D-Day Beaches Full Day Tour from Bayeux

Without a doubt, my pick for the absolute best D-Day tour in Normandy is this one, for 3 main reasons: it’s a small group tour (maximum 8 people); it has a 5-star rating after almost 1,000 reviews; and it stops at all the right places.

What you’ll see on this tour

This tour includes stops at:

  • Omaha Beach
  • St-Mère-Église
  • Pointe du Hoc
  • Utah Beach and the Utah Beach Museum
  • Normandy American Cemetery
  • La Cambe German Cemetery*

*This stop isn’t listed in the tour description, but many recent reviews say they also stopped here. If you read my post on the best D-Day sites to visit , you’ll know why I recommend a stop at the German cemetery as well.

Why it’s the best

This tour includes all sites I absolutely recommend visiting and no unnecessary fluff. This tour is also ideal for American visitors since it focuses on the American landing zones of Utah and Omaha Beaches. If you have to choose just one day tour for Normandy, this is your best option!

I also love small-group tours because of the individual attention each visitor receives and it’s just a more enjoyable experience overall . (No being herded or not being able to ask questions, etc.) Plus, this tour has a 5-star rating and almost a thousand rave reviews ! Reviewers’ favorite aspects of this tour have been the knowledgeable tour guides and the choice of stops.

What to expect on this tour:

This is a full-day (9-hour) tour that starts and ends in Bayeux . It includes:

  • Pick-up and drop-off in Bayeux
  • Your own knowledgeable guide
  • Air conditioned private transportation
  • Free cancelation up to 24 hours before your tour’s start time

It does not include lunch, optional gratuities, or other personal expenses.

How much this tour costs

As of January 2024, this tour is offered 7 days a week and costs just $139 per person . All things considered, I feel this is a fantastic value for such a highly-rated tour that visits many of the best sites. I would absolutely book this tour myself.

A similar option

There’s another tour that’s similar to this one but that trades in the Utah Beach Museum and La Cambe Germany Cemetery for a visit to the small village of Angoville-au-Plain . If you’d like to visit a small local village where a lot of fighting took place (by the 101 st Airborne), check out: Utah & Omaha Beach D-Day Tour from Bayeux Station .

This tour also has a 5-star rating and tons of rave reviews and is also a small-group tour with a maximum of 8 people.

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2. Best half-day Normandy D-Day tour

My pick for best half-day Normandy D-Day tour: American D-Day Sites in Normandy Half-Day Tour from Bayeux

If you find yourself on a time budget here in Normandy but still want to see some of the top D-Day sites, this is the tour for you. This 4-hour tour visits the key American locations, has a maximum of 8 passengers, and has a 5-star review rating.

This half-day Normandy tour includes stops at:

If you have limited time for a D-Day tour , these are three sites you shouldn’t miss . It caps the tour at 8 people for a more personalized experience, and it has a 5-star rating after hundreds of rave reviews . All the best reviews go to the tour guide Matt!

Another thing I love about this tour is that you can choose between morning or afternoon start times . Because it’s just a half-day tour, you can opt for either a 9:00 am start or a 2:00 pm start.

small american flags in front of a steel memorial on a beach

What to expect on this tour

This is a half-day tour (4 hours) that starts and ends in Bayeux . It includes:

  • Pick-up and drop-off in Bayeux city center
  • Private, air conditioned transportation
  • Your own knowledgeable tour guide
  • Free cancelation up to 24 hours before your tour

It does not include lunch, optional gratuities, or your own personal expenses.

As of January 2024, this tour is offered 7 days a week, two times per day, and costs $95 per person . For a small group tour that visits the three main American D-Day sites with a passionate and knowledgeable guide, this is a great deal.

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3. Best private D-Day Normandy tour

My pick for best private D-Day tour in Normandy: American D-Day Private Tour with a Licensed Guide (Pierre)

There was some stiff competition here for best private tour, but ultimately I chose this one offered by Pierre, a local who lives in Bayeux.

The greatest thing about hiring a private tour guide for Normandy is you get to choose which sites you visit . Most guides have a list of sites they think are the best, but all are open to amending your tour to your preferences. For instance, for this tour, Pierre plans to take you to:

  • Utah & Omaha Beach (the two American landing beaches)
  • Pointe du Hoc (American battleground)
  • Sainte-Mère-Église

But again, he’s happy to work with you to choose which sites to visit in order to create the D-Day tour you’ve always wanted.

I chose this particular tour for the best private option for a few reasons. First, the guide Pierre has been a licensed D-Day tour guide for over 8 years. Not only that, his background is in political science with a master’s degree in American history . And because he was born in France and lives in Bayeux, you’ll be able to get a unique perspective on D-Day. You can read his bio here .

Additionally, this tour is available for groups up to 7 people (whereas many of the others can only accommodate 4) and as such is a much better value than many others

This is a full-day (8.5-hour) private tour that starts and ends in Bayeux. It includes:

  • Fully customizable itinerary of sites that you choose (or go with the pre-planned ones)
  • Your own private expert local guide with political and historical background

It does not include lunch and other personal expenses, optional gratuities, or museum admission if you choose to visit an extra museum.

As of January 2024, this tour costs $1034 for a group up to 7 people , for everything mentioned above. This is a great option for larger groups or families, but just as awesome for couples looking for a personalized experience.

Honorable mentions

In case this one doesn’t work for you or Pierre isn’t available on your required date, the other private options I considered are:

  • American D-Day Beaches Full Day Tour from Bayeux for up to 4 people, with Karine , licensed Normandy tour guide for over 30 years
  • American D-Day Beaches Tour for 8-16 people with Sabrina , national tour guide and lecturer
  • Landing Beaches, Normandy, D-Day Full Day Private tour from either Caen or Bayeux with Jonathan , licensed tour guide with a master’s degree in French history. This tour costs much less than the other ones, and the caveat is that you pick him up and visit these sites in your own car. You’re booking the guide only here, no driver.

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4. Best shore excursion Normandy D-Day tour

My pick for best shore excursion to Normandy’s D-Day sites: D-Day Landing Beaches Shore Excursion from Le Havre

If you’re planning to arrive to the area via cruise ship and are looking to spend a day exploring Normandy’s historic sites, this is the best D-Day tour for you, tailor-made for cruise ship passengers.

This full-day Normandy D-Day tour includes visits to:

If you’re visiting Normandy via cruise ship, you’ll most likely dock at the port in Le Havre. But seeing as how most Normandy D-Day tours leave from Bayeux, your options are limited. This particular tour is tailor-made for cruise ship passengers like you.

You’ll get picked up and dropped off right there at the port near your ship by a guide who understands your particular needs as a cruise ship passenger on a shore excursion . The three sites it includes are my top 3 recommendations for anyone visiting Normandy for any amount of time. And most importantly, it has a 5-star rating and rave reviews .

This full-day (10-hour) shore excursion starts and ends at the cruise port in Le Havre. It includes:

  • Expert guide to tell you all about the sites you’ll visit plus the relevant history of Le Havre as well
  • Round trip transportation to and from your cruise port
  • Free cancelation up to 24 hours before your scheduled tour

As of January 2024, this tour ranges in cost depending on which month of the year you book, but starting rates are $209 per person (in the summer). When rates are higher (like in the spring), the price goes down the more people you have in your group. Take a look at their availability calendar to see the different prices.

old stone building and street signs

5. Best Band of Brothers tour

My pick for the best Band of Brothers -inspired tour: Omaha and Band of Brothers Full Day Tour from Bayeux

There’s a good chance that if you’re here looking at Normandy D-Day tours then you’ve either read the book by Stephen Ambrose or watched the Steven Spielberg/Tom Hanks miniseries Band of Brothers . (And if you haven’t, go do that… NOW.) If you’re as big a fan of the story as I am, you’ll love this tour.

This full-day tour of Normandy’s D-Day sites includes visits to:

  • Airborne Museum
  • Plane crash site at Beuzeville-au-Plain
  • Marmion’s Farm
  • Brecourt Manor
  • Angoville-au-Plain
  • Drop Zone D

This tour is specifically tailored to intrigue fans of the show Band of Brothers so you’ll visit many lesser-known sites and learn more about the history.

You can watch Band of Brothers here on Amazon and it’s also currently available on Netflix, Hulu, and HBO Max.

This tour is operated by Overlord Tour, a leading tour company in the area specifically dedicated to D-Day history. Its itinerary and guides have rave reviews and it’s a favorite among Band of Brothers fans and WWII buffs in general.

I like that it visits the top sites, but also many more obscure sites that the majority of visitors don’t get to see or learn about . You’re sure to make some good friends on this group tour. I also really like the price point—good value here for sure.

statue of a man reaching for the blue sky

This full-day (9-hour) tour starts and ends in Bayeux. It includes:

  • Round trip transportation
  • Small-group limited to 16 people
  • Free cancelation up to 24 hours before your start time

It does not include the cost of lunch, any optional gratuities, or other personal expenses.

As of January 2024, this tour is offered 7 days a week and costs $158 per person . Something I’d like to note about the cost: When you book this tour directly with Overlord Tours instead of through Viator, the cost is slightly lower (€130 which, as of Jan 2024, is about $141 US ).

While this may be tempting, consider this: when you book through Viator , you get the benefit of a full refund if you need to cancel anytime up to 24 hours before the start of your scheduled tour.

When you book directly with Overlord, if you should need to cancel or you simply change your mind, you’ll be subject to a 6% cancelation fee no matter what. If you need to cancel within 14 days of your tour, you now owe a 50% cancelation fee . And if you should want to cancel within a week of your tour, you lose 100% of your booking cost .

That’s just something to think about. Don’t always be so quick to choose the lowest price without digging a little deeper. (Personally, I’d be happy to pay the $17 more for the peace of mind because I know how unpredictable travel planning can be.) By booking with Viator, you still get the highly-rated Overlord tour, but you also get a little bit more freedom and forgiveness.

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6. Best D-Day tour for Canadian visitors

My pick for the best D-Day tour for Canadian visitors: Full-Day Canadian Battlefields and Sites of Normandy Tour

You’ve probably noticed that most of these tours center around the American D-Day achievements, but Canada and Great Britain also participated in this monumental invasion. Canadian visitors, this tour focuses on the struggles and achievements of your fellow countrymen.

This full-day tour of Normandy D-Day sites includes stops at:

  • Juno Beach and the Juno Beach Center
  • Beny-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery
  • The communes of Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer, Bernieres-sur-Mer, Authie, Abbey d’Ardenne, and Carpiquet to follow the Canadian advance

As far as Normandy D-Day tours go, there are very few that specifically focus on the battles and achievements of Canadian troops . This tour does not only that, but it also maxes out at 8 passengers , has a 5-star rating , and tons of rave reviews about the tour guides. Plus, the price tag makes this a fantastic value.

This full-day (8-hour) tour starts and ends in Bayeux. It includes:

  • Your own expert tour guide
  • Small-group tour of 8 passengers or less
  • Pick-up and drop-off in Bayeux as well as transportation between the sites
  • Juno Beach Center admission costs

It does not include lunch, gratuities, or other personal expenses. For a full refund, you must cancel within one week of your chosen tour’s start time.

As of January 2024, this tour is offered 7 days a week and costs $148 per person . This is a great deal, especially considering this is one of the only tours of its kind dedicated to Canadian-only D-Day sites.

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7. Most unique Normandy D-Day tour

My pick for the most unique Normandy D-Day tour: Half-Day Sidecar Excursion to the Landing Beaches

For something quite different than all the other Normandy D-Day tours out there, check out this tour of the D-Day sites via fully restored vintage sidecars!

This half-day D-Day sites tour includes visits to:

  • Arromanches-les-Bains (one of my favorite spots)
  • Longues-sur-Mer
  • The commune of Port-en-Bessin-Huppain

And all of your travel between the sites will take place aboard some awesome vintage sidecars. What a unique way to explore Normandy!

I love this tour because it’s something totally different from the rest. Rather than drive between the sites in a sedan or multi-passenger van (or worse, a giant tour bus), you get to see Normandy from a totally unique (and fun!) perspective .

Beyond that, this is one of the few Normandy day tours that visits Arromanches-les-Bains and the German battery at Longues-sur-Mer . The commune of Arromanches is located in the Gold Beach sector and is famous for being the location of the artificial harbors that helped the Allies win the war (which you can still see out in the ocean today).

The Longues-sur-Mer battery is another great site I recommend visiting. Here, you’ll find the most intact German battery that still exists and it really helps to put German defense of the “Atlantic Wall” into perspective.

This tour also has a 5-star rating and nothing but rave reviews . I also love how hard they work to make visiting these somber locations fun and interesting.

This half-day (4-hour) tour starts and ends in Bayeux. It includes:

  • Private, round-trip transportation
  • Use of vintage helmets, gloves, glasses, and jackets for some fun photo ops
  • Fully licensed and insured professional tour guides
  • Maximum of 8 people on this tour
  • Full refund if canceled up to 24 hours before your tour’s starting time

It does not include the cost of lunch, gratuities, or other personal expenses.

As of January 2024, this tour is offered 7 days a week and costs $244 per person (through April) and then increases to $271 per person from May 1st onwards. For such a unique and fun tour, and one of your only chances to visit Arromanches and Longues-sur-Mer, this price point makes sense, even if it is just a half-day tour. This will definitely be an experience you’ll never forget.

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8. Best Normandy D-Day tour from Caen

My pick for the best Normandy tour from Caen: Guided D-Day Sites Tour & Caen Memorial Museum

It’s true that most of the best Normandy D-Day tours start and end in Bayeux, but what if you’re staying in Caen? Rather than having to make your way to Bayeux to start your tour, check out this one that starts and ends in Caen.

This full-day tour includes visits to:

  • Caen Memorial Museum

This is one of the only available Normandy D-Day tours that includes a self-guided visit to the Caen Memorial Museum, widely believed to be the best World War II museum in France . I personally consider this museum a must-visit, so I love that this tour includes it. I also like that the museum portion of the tour is self-guided since everyone visits museums in their own way.

This is another small-group tour (capped at 7 people) and it has tons of rave reviews, especially of the guides (5/5).

This full-day (7-hour) tour starts and ends in Caen. It includes:

  • Admission to the Caen Memorial Museum
  • Maximum of 7 people total
  • Full refund if canceled within 2 days of your tour

As of January 2024, this tour is offered 7 days a week and costs $129 per person all year long. Since this includes museum admission (about $22 US), that makes this tour one great value to visit these top locations.

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9. Best tour for British visitors

My pick for best D-Day tour for British visitors: British D-Day World War II Normandy Private Tour

Despite the fact that Great Britain was a massive participant in the D-Day landings, landing at two of the five beaches, there are shockingly few tours that focus on the British sectors. However, if you’re willing and able to opt for a private tour, this one is a great option.

  • Pegasus Bridge and Memorial
  • Main British airborne sites in Ranville
  • Ranville War Cemetery
  • Sword Beach landing sites and German headquarters
  • Juno and Gold Beaches (pass by)

But since this is a private option, you have the ability to customize it to your preferences. Care to also visit Arromanches-les-Bains? Talk to your guide about it!

So few Normandy D-Day tours visit the British sectors and this one is great because you can customize it with the sites you most want to visit. You also have Eric as your guide, a fabulous Scottish tour guide who has lived and tour-guided in Normandy for the past 20 years.

Also, because you can fit up to 8 people on this tour, that makes this one of the best-priced private tours out there!

This full-day (8.5-hour) tour starts and ends in beautiful Bayeux. It includes:

  • Pick-up, drop-off, and round-trip transportation between all sites
  • Private transportation
  • The ability to customize the tour the way you want

It does not include lunch or other personal expenses.

As of January 2024, this tour is offered 7 days a week and costs $899 per group up to 8 people . This is the best per-person rate of all the private Normandy tours I’ve seen.

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10. Best bonus D-Day sites tour

My pick for best bonus D-Day sites tour: Utah & Omaha Beaches D-Day Group Tour from Bayeux

This tour visits many of the same sites as the others, but I’m calling this a “bonus” tour because it passes by a number of additional sites you might not otherwise see. Even though these are just “pass-by” stops, they still might interest you.

  • Commune of Angoville-au-Plain, drop zone of the 101 st Airborne
  • Site of the hedgerows battle (pass by)
  • Major Richard Winters Memorial (pass by)
  • Sainte-Marie-du-Mont (pass by)

On this tour, even in between stops you’ll get to see interesting things like the famous hedgerows (“bocage”) and the monument to Maj. Dick Winters whom you may know from Band of Brothers .

This tour also has a 5-star rating and is one of the most popular Normandy D-Day tours on Viator (with over 1,100 rave reviews).

This full-day (8.5-hour) tour starts and ends in Bayeux. It includes:

  • Admission to the Airborne Museum
  • Round-trip transportation
  • Air conditioned minivan
  • Professional tour guide

This isn’t necessarily a small-group tour since it has a maximum of 20 passengers (if it fills up). It does not include lunch, gratuities, or other personal expenses.

As of January 2024, this tour is offered 7 days a week and costs $159 per person . This price point is par for the course and you get to see so much.

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Other Normandy D-Day tours

If you have questions about other Normandy D-Day tours that I didn’t cover in this post, let me know! I’ve examined nearly all of them. So if you find one you’re curious about, leave a comment below and  I’ll tell you why it didn’t make the list .

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  • Save lots of money and time  by getting some  Paris GoCity passes .
  • Rental cars:  Check out the  best local rental car deals here.
  • For more Normandy D-Day tours,  check out all the options from  Viator  and  Get Your Guide .
  • Don’t forget a   France guidebook  and this must-have  France customs and culture guide !

Have a great time on your tour of Normandy! I hope I’ve made planning your trip a little easier.

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About Ashley Smith

Ashley is a World War II historian and travel expert who has visited 33 countries. She specializes in quick trips throughout Europe and the Americas with a focus on World War II museums, memorials, battlefields, and other sites of interest. Originally from Memphis, TN, she currently lives in Boston with her husband and two feline commanders.

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April 28, 2024 at 1:30 pm

what itinerary would you recommend if you have a day and half to visit the area. I’ll be staying in Bayeux.

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April 29, 2024 at 4:55 am

Hi Ray! I would definitely check out the sites in this post , and then add in another museum or two according to your interests. Check out this post to see which area you might want to focus on.

April 29, 2024 at 12:48 pm

Thanks Ashley. Can you recommend a private tour for my second day?

April 30, 2024 at 2:33 am

Yes – take a look at the many options here on Tours By Locals . They always have great reviews and are usually customizable.

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Explore the D-Day landing beaches of Normandy and gain insight into Europe’s World War II history on this full-day tour from Bayeux. Visit key battle sites including Omaha Beach, the Pointe du Hoc, Sainte-Mère-Église, and Utah Beach with a guide, and learn of the sacrifices made during WWII. Read the names of soldiers missing in action at the Normandy American Cemetery. This 9-hour tour includes round-trip travel from Bayeux.

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Experience the main highlights in the Omaha sector of the Normandy landing beaches.

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departure from Bayeux, Place de Quebec

Duration of the visit : 4 hours

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Experience the main highlights in the Omaha sector of the Normandy landing beaches. An experienced guide will lead you through the action from start to finish, ensuring that you feel the bravery of the men that fought and died here. Our afternoon half day tour from Bayeux is perfect for those who want to visit Normandy as a day trip excursion from Paris.

  • Maximum of 20 clients per tour
  • Tour delivered in English only!
  • Experienced professional guides
  • Guided visits and occasions to take photos and explore

Bayeux is the home of the Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts the events leading up to the Norman conquest of England. It is also known as the first major city secured by the Allies in France. Charles de Gaulle made two famous speeches in this town. The population is about 15000 inhabitants.

POINTE DU HOC

During World War Two, the Nazis were in the process of building the Atlantik Wall; a series of fortifications from Norway to the border of France and Spain. Stretching for over 2000 miles, this formidable construction of fortifications was designed to try and prevent an Allied landing in the west. One such site was located at the Pointe Du Hoc in Normandy. Consisting of 6 long range gun positions and many other concrete bunkers, it posed a real threat to Allied shipping on D-Day. As this battery was right between the two American landing beaches, Allied planners had no choice but to knock out this position. Here you will hear the incredible stories of bravery shown by US Army Rangers who had to scale nearly 100 feet of cliffs to destroy the guns.

OMAHA BEACH – DOG GREEN

You will hear the story of "the Bedford Boys", a group of 30 young men from Bedford Virginia, a town of 3,200. All of whom had joined the National Guard before the outbreak of WW2 and had then been incorporated into Company A, 116th Infantry, 29th Division. Prior to D-Day, they were chosen to be the first wave to land on Omaha Beach, Dog Green Sector, which was the best defended and toughest of the invasion points on that historic day.

AMERICAN CEMETERY

The Normandy American Cemetery covers 172 acres and is the final resting place for many thousands of service men and women. You will have sufficient time to explore the visitor center before taking the time to reflect in the cemetery . Four women and three Medal of Honor recipients, including Theodore Roosevelt Jr, are some of the most notable people buried here.

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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.

We kindly ask that you be at the shuttle departure point at Place De Quebec in Bayeux at least 10 minutes before the shuttle is due to depart. If you are coming by car, free parking near the train station (10 mins walk).

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US Army Rangers

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One of the famous german gun battery was located at the Pointe Du Hoc in Normandy. Consisting of 6 long range gun positions and many other concrete bunkers, it posed a real threat to Allied shipping on D-Day. As this battery was right between the two American landing beaches, Allied planners had no choice but to knock out this position. Here you will hear the incredible stories of bravery shown by US Army Rangers who had to scale nearly 100 feet of cliffs to destroy the guns.

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Dog Green Sector

Omaha Beach

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The US 1st Infantry and 29th Infantry Divisions, as well as elements of the US Army Rangers were tasked with opening up 5 exit points to start the movement inland. When you hear the stories from your guide, you will understand why this beach is known as, "Bloody Omaha".

Depending on the tide, you will have the opportunity to walk on the sand and see the beach from the soldiers perspective. From this point of view, the high bluffs that once had machine guns firing down, are very intimidating.

Stage : 4 / 5

Time to reflect

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The Normandy American Cemetery covers 172 acres and is the final resting place for many thousands of service men and women. You will have sufficient time to explore the visitor center before taking the time to reflect in the cemetery.

Stage : 5 / 5

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We will finish this Normandy American tour at the same location as we started. Please note that we do not drop off at hotels.

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The 5 D-Day beaches in Normandy

Initially planned for 5 June, Operation Neptune, the biggest amphibian military operation of the Second World War, was delayed until the following day due to adverse weather conditions. Several assault phases had been planned for the initial stages of the soldiers’ landings on the beaches: a massive airborne operation and intensive bombing in order to neutralise the German defences.

Visiting the D-Day landing beaches

Visiting the D-Day beaches

A variety of ways to visit the D-Day beaches is on offer in the area of Bayeux and the surrounding Bessin area. Minibus excursions with a driver-guide are available from many hotels. A different perspective on the events of 6 June can be gained by flying over the beaches in a microlight or paraglider. You can also climb into one of the famous Willys MB jeeps for a ride along the chaotic roads of Liberty….

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→ Our tours are brand new (not just the ‘same old’). Based on years of touring experience, they have been specially crafted to bring the new and the old together . Instead of sticking to the “well-trodden fast-food routes”, we’ll take you on an unforgettable Normandy trip, and on a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ touring experience . Don’t just take our word for it – read what others are already saying about their recent experiences on Trip Advisor and Google Business .

→ We specialise in organising full-day D-Day Private & Group Tours from central Bayeux, its hotels & train station, accompanied by native English-speaker, or fluent English-speaking, professional Historian-Guides. We also serve Carentan & Caen for all Private Tours & Services and our ‘Outside Zones’ for transport services too, as detailed in our ONTour *brochure (*please refer to the menu bar at top of the page).

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Fixed summer schedules from Cherbourg / St-Malo / Le Havre / Hofleur / Ouistreham ). Fluent English-speaker guide [8/16 pax]

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*More tour itineraries will be added throughout 2024, starting with our brand new ‘[T6] Band Of Brothers’ Tour.

Don’t forget to check out out our ‘fixed-schedule’ ‘ H1 Tour Alpha ‘, a half-day tour of The US Sector, departing central Bayeux at 09:00 am/ 14:00pm  and its ‘extended’ Tour Alpha-flexi version.

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2024 Tours from Paris by train : There is an excellent weekday Train Service from Paris St. Lazare Station to Bayeux, which stops briefly in Caen (15 minutes outside of Bayeux). We therefore pick up our Paris-based tour clients at Bayeux station Mon-Fri either at 09:35  ( 09:45 departure ) OR – if adding our ‘Early-Bird’ add-on – at 08:35  ( 08:45 departure ) , returning to the station at 17:45- 18:00 , in plenty of time to catch the train back to Paris. Please see individual tour pages for info.

NB : Our 4-hr half-day Tours e.g. Tour Alpha or ‘extended Tour Alpha-Flexi [5-9 hrs], including: Pointe-du-Hoc, Omaha Beach & Colleville American Cemetery and much more…), depart central Bayeux, Place de Québec, at 08:50 and again at 13:50 – just a 12-minute stroll from Bayeux’s tiny train station. The afternoon tour, returns to the pick-up point OR to Bayeux station at 18:10, in plenty of time to catch the train back to Paris.

A Half-day 4-hr guided tour is also a GREAT way to see medieval Bayeux (90-minute walking tour), with its stunning Cathedral (+ 45 minutes), followed by a free-time visit to its renowned Tapestry OR Battle of Normandy Museum. Transport provided). Please see individual tour pages for info.

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Note : For Bayeux sightseeing options on the morning of your Half-day D-Day Tour, we recommend the earliest direct train from Paris St-Lazare station to Bayeux’s tiny roadside platform. We also recommend a 4-hour morning guided visit to medieval Bayeux (see above).

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“We took the train from Paris…”

“First off our tour guide was AMAZING, he has a real love for the history of D-Day and you can tell when he talks and tells the stories. ‘ The American Beaches ‘ GROUP tour [T1] to Omaha Beach & Utah Beach was amazing. We did a stop at several places during our   group tour including the American Cemetery which was breathtaking. We were even lucky enough to meet a Vet at Sainte-Mère-Eglise. Just going to these places and hearing what happened those days is beyond amazing. It might have been a long day but it was so worth it”. 

April 20th 2023

“Highly Recommended…”

“My daughter, Cousin and I came to France to pay tribute to our grandfather who was among the first wave of British soldiers to storm Gold Beach. Our guide organized our D-Day Tour perfectly and had given special attention to ensure we fully understood what transpired on that fateful day. The multiple sites we were taken to on The ‘ Allied Triangle ‘ PRIVATE tour [T8] would have been impossible to navigate on our own. He was very knowledgeable, competent, patient and attentive. I highly recommend this tour company”.

May 6th, 2023

“Wonderful Half Day…”

“Together with my 18 year-old son, we took the early train from Paris and visited The Bayeux Tapestry and The Museum of The Battle of Normandy in the morning and grabbed a quick lunch before doing the 2pm half-day PRIVATE Omaha Tour [H1]. We were able to visit the D-Day highlights and make our 6:30 pm train back to Paris. It was perfect for our schedule. There is so much to see, so a half-day is really highlights only. Recommend full-day Tour if you want to get into D-Day history a bit more”.

June 19th, 2023

“What An Experience…”

“Our guide took us out for an amazing ‘ Canadian & British ‘ PRIVATE D-Day Tour [T7], seeing Juno Beach and the Bény War Cemetery and he gave a great overview as we drove through the countryside, and took care to answer all our questions. it was a powerful experience to try to imagine the war time action, and this tour was no doubt one of those times our family will always remember.  History came alive.  He also made an effort to engage on a personal level with the children and teens on the trip – really engaging guy.  Five stars”.

May 4th 2023

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    Hotel Domaine de la Rançonnière, only 20 minutes from Bayeux - see prices, photos and availability. Option 3: By the sea. The seaside is just 15 minutes drive from Bayeux. Breathe the sea air while enjoying easy access to Bayeux and the D-Day beaches. Hotel Villas d'Arromanches - see prices, photos and availability.

  5. You are about to embark in the Shuttle through History

    Bayeux Shuttle offer D-Day tours of the Normandy landing beaches. It offers also a shuttle service to the incredible Mont Saint Michel. +33 607 195 405; Instagram; Facebook; ... Our family of five thoroughly enjoyed each stop and learning about the American D-Day beaches. The stops at the churches were also great. We especially liked the ...

  6. Utah & Omaha Beaches D-Day Group Tour from Bayeux

    Visit some of WWII's most important battle sites on this full-day tour of the Normandy landing beaches from Bayeux. Walk the battlefields and beaches where thousands of Allied troops took part in history's largest seaborne invasion and learn all about the fateful events of D-Day. Tour key sites like Utah Beach, Omaha Beach and Pointe Du Hoc, then pay your respects at the Normandy American ...

  7. DDay American Beaches and US Airborne Full Day Tour from Bayeux

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  8. Normandy American D-Day Beaches Full Day Tour from Bayeux

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  9. Bayeux: Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches Full-Day Guided Tour

    Full description. Discover the historic significance of Normandy and the events of World War II on a guided tour of D-Day landing beaches from Bayeux. Take a full-day exploration of the most pivotal battle sites, providing you with invaluable insights into the sacrifices made during this critical period in history.

  10. The 10 Best Local Normandy D-Day Tours (2024): Bayeux & Beyond

    10. Best bonus D-Day sites tour. My pick for best bonus D-Day sites tour: Utah & Omaha Beaches D-Day Group Tour from Bayeux. This tour visits many of the same sites as the others, but I'm calling this a "bonus" tour because it passes by a number of additional sites you might not otherwise see.

  11. NORMANDY AMERICAN D-DAY EXPERIENCE

    NORMANDY AMERICAN D-DAY EXPERIENCE. Starting at a convenient hour, this tour is designed to allow you to have breakfast in your hotel before meeting your guide at the tour departure point in the center of Bayeux. Once onboard, you will be transported in a modern air-conditioned van/ bus to experience and explore the American sectors, Omaha and ...

  12. D-Day Omaha Beach Morning or Afternoon Group Tour from Bayeux

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  13. Private Full day American D-Day Guided Tour in Bayeux

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  14. Normandy American & British DDay Beaches Halfday Tour from Bayeux

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  15. Normandy American D-Day Beaches Full Day Tour from Bayeux

    Explore the D-Day landing beaches of Normandy and gain insight into Europe's World War II history on this full-day tour from Bayeux. Visit key battle sites including Omaha Beach, the Pointe du Hoc, Sainte-Mère-Église, and Utah Beach with a guide, and learn of the sacrifices made during WWII.

  16. Be Inspired

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  17. Omaha Beach D-DAY EXPERIENCE (AFTERNOON)

    Experience the main highlights in the Omaha sector of the Normandy landing beaches. An experienced guide will lead you through the action from start to finish, ensuring that you feel the bravery of the men that fought and died here. Our afternoon half day tour from Bayeux is perfect for those who want to visit Normandy as a day trip excursion ...

  18. American D-Day Beaches Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Bayeux 2024

    Bayeux, Normandy. Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema Entrance Ticket. 50. Free Cancellation. 19 minutes. from $8.17. Half-day Tours in Bayeux: Check out 941 reviews and photos of Viator's D-Day Omaha Beach Morning or Afternoon Group Tour from Bayeux.

  19. Gateway to the D-Day Landing beaches

    Visiting the D-Day beaches. A variety of ways to visit the D-Day beaches is on offer in the area of Bayeux and the surrounding Bessin area. Minibus excursions with a driver-guide are available from many hotels. A different perspective on the events of 6 June can be gained by flying over the beaches in a microlight or paraglider.

  20. Utah & Omaha Beaches D-Day Group Tour from Bayeux

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  21. D-Day Beaches Private Tour from Bayeux 2024

    Step back in time to June 1944 with a private day trip to Normandy's D-Day beaches from Bayeux. With an informative local guide, hear insider tales of the World War II Allies' landings and visit the key locations of Sword Beach, Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc. See the Longues sur Mer German bunkers, visit Sainte-Mere-Eglise and the Airborne Museum, and enjoy lunch overlooking Arromanches ...

  22. Guided Private & Group D-Day Tours

    NB: Our 4-hr half-day Tours e.g. Tour Alpha or 'extended Tour Alpha-Flexi [5-9 hrs], including: Pointe-du-Hoc, Omaha Beach & Colleville American Cemetery and much more…), depart central Bayeux, Place de Québec, at 08:50 and again at 13:50 - just a 12-minute stroll from Bayeux's tiny train station. The afternoon tour, returns to the ...