WWII D-Day Landing Beaches & Battle of Normandy
WWII D-Day Landing Beaches & Battle of Normandy
WWII D-Day Landing Beaches & Battle of Normandy
5 Days Starting and ending in Paris, France
Visiting: Paris, Caen, Europe
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Tour code:
RW2-2025
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on a profound journey through history with the WWII D-Day Landing Beaches & Battle of Normandy tour in France. Begin your adventure in Paris, where you'll meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers over a welcome dinner. Travel to Normandy to explore the Memorial Museum for Peace in Caen, the D-Day Museum in Arromanches, and the German artillery bunkers in Longues-sur-Mer. Visit the poignant sites of Utah Beach, Sainte-Mère-Église, Pointe du Hoc, and Omaha Beach, including the American Military Cemetery. Pay respects at the Canadian Cemetery in Bény-sur-Mer and discover Juno Beach's historical significance. Conclude your tour back in Paris with free time to reflect on your journey. Enjoy comfortable accommodations in Paris and Caen, and savor daily buffet breakfasts and two three-course dinners. This small-group tour ensures an intimate and enriching experience, guided by experts dedicated to your safety and enjoyment.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Paris,France
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: AC Hotel Paris Porte Maillot
Meals Included: Dinner
At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 2: Paris,Caen,Arromanches-Les-Bains,Caen
Location: Caen
Accommodation Name: Mercure Caen Centre Port De Plaisance
Meals Included: Breakfast
PARIS–CAEN–ARROMANCHES-LES-BAINS–CAEN Heroic Harbor Take a scenic drive to Normandy.CAEN Visit the Memorial Museum for Peace.ARROMANCHES Watch the movie at the 360 circular cinema and see the remains of the Mulberry Harbor in the bay.ARROMANCHES-LES-BAINS Visit the D-Day Museum.LONGUES-SUR-MER See the German artillery bunkers. Return to Caen. (B)205 mi / 330 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES When British troops landed on Gold Beach on the morning of June 6, 1944, the town of Arromanches-les-Bains was saved from destruction, thanks to the artificial Mulberry Port, constructed by the Allied Forces. Nearly 25,000 British troops from the 50th British Infantry Division landed on the area, successfully taken by Allied forces late afternoon on D-Day, June 6th. While the Allied forces did not actually land at Arromanches-les-Bains in June 1944, the beaches were a critical factor in the victory of the Battle of Normandy. Vestiges of the manmade Mulberry Port are fascinating to see, while learning about the historic day at the D-day Museum in Arromanches is inspiring indeed.
Day 3: Caen. Excursion To The Landing Beaches
Location: Caen
Accommodation Name: Mercure Caen Centre Port De Plaisance
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
CAEN. EXCURSION TO THE LANDING BEACHES Bravery on the Beach UTAH BEACH See the Memorials and visit the museum.SAINTE-MÈRE-ÉGLISE Visit the Airborne Museum.POINTE DU HOC See the Ranger Monument.OMAHA BEACH Visit the beach and the American Military Cemetery and Memorial. (B,D) 130 mi / 210 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORY & HERITAGE Visit the moving and inspirational exhibits at the Airborne Museum in Sainte-Mère-Église dedicated to the memory of the 82nd and 101st United States Airborne Divisions and the brave men who parachuted into Normandy on the night of June 5–6, 1944. Hear the inspiring and harrowing stories of the courageous pilots and paratroopers who infiltrated the enemy lines from the sky above, including the infamous incident involving paratrooper John Steele, whose parachute was ensnared on the church belfry.
Day 4: Caen,Bény-Sur-Mer,Landing Beaches,Ranville,Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Mercure Paris Montmartre Sacre Coeur
Meals Included: Breakfast
CAEN–BÉNY-SUR-MER–LANDING BEACHES–RANVILLE–PARIS Courage & Commitment BENY-SUR-MER Visit the Canadian Cemetery.JUNO BEACH Visit the exhibition, the bunker, and the Memorial to the Canadians.BERNIERES-SUR-MER Photo stop at the Canada House.RANVILLE Visit the Memorial Pegasus Museum and see the bridge.PARIS Enjoy free time this evening. (B) 199 mi / 320 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT ICONIC FOOTSTEPS Explore moving and inspirational exhibits at the Juno Beach Canadian Memorial, commemorating the 45,000 Canadian troops, including the more than 5,000 who were killed in the Battle of Normandy and D-Day. Situated immediately behind the beach code-named Juno, the museum and memorial highlight the evolution of Canada’s involvement in the war and the great sacrifices and courage exemplified in the men who fought and died here.
Day 5: Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Mercure Paris Montmartre Sacre Coeur
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation in Paris at AC Hotel Paris Porte Maillot and Mercure Paris Montmartre Sacre Coeur, and in Caen at Mercure Caen Centre Port De Plaisance.
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Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 2 three-course dinners.
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Guided Tours
Visits to Memorial Museum for Peace, D-Day Museum, Airborne Museum, American Military Cemetery and Memorial, Canadian Cemetery, and Memorial Pegasus Museum.
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Transportation
Scenic drives to various locations including Normandy, Arromanches, Utah Beach, Sainte-Mère-Église, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, Bény-Sur-Mer, Juno Beach, and Ranville.
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Small Group Discoveries
Limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure, ensuring extra space and personalized experiences.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and beverages are not included.
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Optional Activities
Any optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for the tour director, driver, and local guides are not included.
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 2 three-course dinners
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
Accommodation
Paris: AC Hotel Paris Porte Maillot, Caen: Mercure Caen Centre Port De Plaisance, Paris: Mercure Paris Montmartre Sacre Coeur
Mode of Transport
Take a scenic drive to Normandy, visit various historical sites, and return to Caen. Travel between Paris and Caen is by coach.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes a full buffet breakfast daily and 2 three-course dinners.
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What is the group size for this tour?
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure.
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What can I expect on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will arrive in Paris and meet your Tour Director and travel companions at 5 pm for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
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What activities are planned for the second day?
On the second day, you will take a scenic drive to Normandy, visit the Memorial Museum for Peace in Caen, watch a movie at the 360 circular cinema in Arromanches, see the remains of the Mulberry Harbor, visit the D-Day Museum in Arromanches-les-Bains, and see the German artillery bunkers in Longues-sur-Mer before returning to Caen.
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What will we do on the third day of the tour?
On the third day, you will visit Utah Beach to see the Memorials and museum, visit the Airborne Museum in Sainte-Mère-Église, see the Ranger Monument at Pointe du Hoc, and visit Omaha Beach and the American Military Cemetery and Memorial.
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What are the highlights of the fourth day?
On the fourth day, you will visit the Canadian Cemetery in Bény-sur-Mer, the exhibition, bunker, and Memorial to the Canadians at Juno Beach, make a photo stop at the Canada House in Bernières-sur-Mer, visit the Memorial Pegasus Museum and see the bridge in Ranville, and then return to Paris for free time in the evening.
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What happens on the last day of the tour?
The tour ends on the fifth day with breakfast in Paris.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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