Bayeux: 2-hour tour of the D-Day beaches, by vintage sidecar
ID: GYG572412-977238
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
From Bayeux: Through this essential 2-hour vintage sidecar tour, visit Omaha Beach and its military cemetery, and travel the picturesque roads taken by soldiers on June 6, 1944.
You will meet your guide and sidecar pilot in front of the tourist office, at the train station, or at the hotel of your choice in the city of Bayeux (please note that we do not offer pick-up services outside the city of Bayeux for this experience). Upon your arrival, your guide will equip you with all the necessary gear, including vintage helmets, retro goggles, gloves, and rain gear (if necessary).
Your guide will assist you in boarding the vehicle, with one passenger seated behind the guide (on the motorcycle) and a second passenger comfortably seated in the sidecar basket. Several storage spaces will be available for your personal belongings.
During the tour, your guide will suggest multiple stops for photo opportunities along the picturesque country roads that witnessed the events of 1944. After this approximately thirty-minute segment, your guide will take you to the famous military cemetery, where he will share the poignant history of the site and guide you through the graves of the most celebrated soldiers.
Depending on the time remaining, you will have the opportunity to stroll on Omaha Beach, the landing site of the American soldiers on June 6, 1944. Afterwards, you will return to Bayeux through the scenic countryside roads.
Highlights
- Highlights of the D-Day beaches
- The secrets of the famous American military cemetery at Omaha Beach
- Sidecar motorcycle in the colors and appearance of American military vehicles
- Picturesque countryside ride on vintage sidecars
- Learn about the events of D-Day from our knowledgeable guides
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Our tours are all-inclusive. You'll enjoy the company of our experienced drivers, true enthusiasts of local culture, aboard customized vintage sidecars.
Furthermore, for legal and safety reasons, our sidecars cannot be driven by our customers.
1 to 2 passengers per sidecar (one person behind our pilot and one person in the sidecar basket)..
This excursion is suitable for duos, families, and groups.
From 1 to 8 passengers.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.