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Discover D-Day history on a half-day small-group tour from Bayeux, visiting Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach and the Normandy American Cemetery.
Join our half-day Normandy D-Day tour from Bayeux for an unforgettable journey through historic sites that shaped the outcome of World War II. Accompanied by an English-speaking guide, a local expert in D-Day history, you'll gain a deep understanding of the courage, sacrifice, and legacy of the Allied landings.
Meet your guide at the designated meeting point in Bayeux, where they'll be holding a sign marked with the tour name and Ophorus logo. After a short introduction, board a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan or minibus and set off through the beautiful Normandy countryside, with clear, engaging commentary provided through the onboard P/A system.
Visit (when accessible) the legendary Pointe du Hoc, where U.S. Army Rangers scaled towering cliffs under enemy fire on June 6, 1944. If the site remains closed for renovations, your visit will include the Longues-sur-Mer Battery, one of the best-preserved German coastal defenses, with panoramic views across the invasion beaches.
Continue your journey to Omaha Beach, one of the most iconic D-Day landing zones. Walk along the sands where American soldiers bravely fought to secure a foothold in Nazi-occupied France, while your guide shares vivid stories of the intense battle that unfolded here.
Conclude your half-day tour at the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, overlooking Omaha Beach. Spanning 170 acres, this peaceful memorial honors more than 9,000 U.S. servicemen who gave their lives for freedom. Stroll through the meticulously kept grounds, visit the memorial chapel, and reflect on the personal stories that define this solemn site.
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Additional Information
● Please arrive 10 minutes before the departure time at the meeting point
● This tour requires a minimum of 2 participants to operate. If the minimum required is not reached or due to unforeseen circumstances, the provider may cancel the activity and offer an alternative or a full refund
● Children aged 4 to 12 get a reduced price
● Children under 4 years old are not allowed on this tour
● Not wheelchair accessible
● Outdoor walking at historical sites
● Weather conditions may vary along the coastline
● Respectful attire recommended when visiting the cemetery
● A reusable bottle is recommended, as water bottles are no longer provided
● The activity may be affected by external causes beyond the provider's control
● The provider is not responsible for any physical injury or loss or damage of personal belongings during the experience
Inclusions
✔ Transportation in premium air-conditioned minivan
✔ English-speaking expert driver-guide
✔ Guided commentary at all major sites
✔ Small-group experience (maximum 19 guests)
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pickup or drop-off
✖ Transportation to the meeting point
✖ Admission tickets, meals and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other unspecified services
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity. Cancellations outside this window, no-shows or late arrivals are not eligible for a refund
Meeting point
Place de Québec, 14400 Bayeux, France
The guide will be waiting at the designated Tour Operator pick-up point at Place de Québec, holding a sign with the tour name and company logo