Overview
On this full day tour of the American sector on D-Day, we will visit the drop zones of the US Airborne Divisions, the landing beaches "Utah" and "Omaha", the cliffs and German fortifications at La Pointe du Hoc, and we will finally pay our respects at the Normandy American Cemetery. At most sites there will be some free time for you to take photos, use restrooms and/or grab a coffee.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private transportation
In-vehicle air conditioning
All fees and/or taxes
Lunch
Optional museum entry ticket
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Eglise Saint-Come-et-Saint-Damien d'Angoville-au-Plain
45 min
In this small village, the tiny church was used as a first aid post by two 2 medics from the 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, who managed to save the lives of many injured soldiers, American as well as German.
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Sainte Mere Eglise
45 min
The first town in France to be liberated by American troops in WW2. This strategic crossroads town was captured by the 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the “All American” 82nd Airborne Division. Taken early in the morning of 6th June and also depicted in the film The Longest Day. Hear the stories of the men involved, including John Steele who got caught on the town steeple.
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Musee du Debarquement Utah Beach
45 min
Of the two American sectors on D-Day, the landings at Utah Beach were the most successful. Here you will hear about the various factors that contributed to the American success, and you will have the opportunity to see monuments dedicated to the units involved in the landings on 6 June, as well as German bunkers.
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Pointe du Hoc
1 hour
On top of 100ft high cliffs, the Germans had established a long-range gun battery. It was the task of US Army Rangers to assault this position, scale the cliffs and destroy the German guns. This site has been preserved as a battlefield and you will be able to go into the many German bunkers, see the hundreds of bomb craters, and of course the cliffs the Rangers scaled.
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Omaha Beach
45 min
At the second American sector, Omaha beach, we will visit the part of the beach that was depicted in opening scenes of the film Saving Private Ryan: here is where the heaviest casualties on D-Day were suffered. You will hear about the units involved, learn about how many things can and did go wrong here, but also how initiative, determination and leadership resulted in success.
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Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer
1 hour
The final resting place of 9380 American servicemen and women from the Normandy campaign, located on high ground overlooking the eastern side of Omaha Beach. It covers more than 170 acres and is maintained by the American Battle Monuments Commission. Here you will have the opportunity to pay your respects and witness the lowering of the flags.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Paris).
Additional Information
- This tour is not suitable for children under the age of 8.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
FAQs about Private guided American D-Day Tour from Bayeux
Can I cancel Private guided American D-Day Tour from Bayeux for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8–9 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Private transportation
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's not included?
- Lunch
- Optional museum entry ticket
Which places does it visit?
It visits Eglise Saint-Come-et-Saint-Damien d'Angoville-au-Plain, Sainte Mere Eglise, Musee du Debarquement Utah Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Dutch.
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