American D-day tour with transportation from Bayeux

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ID: GYG727797-1181979
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Country: France

Duration: 08:00 hours


Description

Immerse yourself in the key events of World War II with a captivating and interactive all-day tour. Ideal for families and history buffs, this tour brings the past to life.
I’ll meet you at your hotel or B&B. Our Full day tour includes five stops and will take approximately 8 hours from Bayeux.

Pointe du Hoc: Our day starts at Pointe du Hoc, where you’ll see the steep cliffs and bomb craters that show the fierce battles fought here. Learn about the brave assault by the U.S. Rangers, who climbed these cliffs under heavy fire. The bomb-marked landscape gives a strong visual and physical link to the past, setting the stage for the stories ahead.

Omaha Beach: Next, we head to the famous Omaha Beach. Here, you'll learn about the tough experiences of the soldiers who landed on D-Day. Feel the sand under your feet as you picture the chaos and courage of that crucial day.

American Cemetery: The tour ends at the peaceful and solemn American Cemetery, where countless white headstones mark the final resting places of American soldiers. Walking among these graves, you can reflect on the individual stories of bravery and sacrifice.

Sainte-Mere-Eglise: At Sainte Mere Eglise, the first town liberated on D-Day, explore the historic church where a paratrooper famously got stuck on the steeple. Wander through the town square and learn about the initial airborne landings. This stop highlights the chaos and courage of the early hours of the invasion.

At Utah Beach, you'll stand on the sands where the first American troops landed on D-Day. Learn about the strategic objectives and challenges faced during the invasion. This stop offers insight into the bravery and tactics that led to the successful beachhead.

Throughout the tour, you'll be invited to engage in multi-way dialogues, allowing you to construct your own meanings and insights. The guide employs various techniques to touch different senses, making the experience immersive and memorable. This approach ensures that both adults and children find the tour enriching and impactful.

Highlights

  • Authentic WWII objects and replicas enhance the historical narrative.
  • Sensory techniques engage all senses, making history come alive.
  • Meaningful interpretation methods encourage personal reflection and insight.

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
It is possible to customize your tour.
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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.