This touching tour of Normandy is ideal for history buffs and World War II aficionados eager to personally explore the sacred sites of Operation Overlord, the codename for the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944. On this stirring tour, you’ll see where more than 150,000 mostly American, British, and Canadian troops stormed 50 miles of fiercely defended coastline, securing an Allied victory, and gaining a foothold in the fight against Nazi Germany. Your expert Tour Director will lead you to the many significant sites of that fateful day, including the cliffs scaled by troops at Pointe du Hoc as well
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE
Welcome to Paris! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 2
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 km TOUR 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
Day 3
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 km TOUR 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 pilo
Day 4
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 km TOUR 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 Jun
What's Included
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 2 three-course dinners
Hotels
Paris
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AC Hotel Paris Porte Maillot
First-Class
Paris,
France
6 rue Gustave Charpentier
Free WiFi
This modern property places guests in the epicenter of the style and energy of the 17th arrondissement, just steps away from the Porte Maillot metro offering easy access to the city's famous attractions. Spacious air-conditioned guestrooms feature pillow top beds with premium duvets, LED TVs, and bathrooms with walk-in showers or baths. The main restaurant serves bistro-style dishes and the vibrant bar offers a happy hour and snacks. There is a fitness center and free Wi-Fi is available throughout.
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Caen Cedex
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Mercure Caen Centre Port De Plaisance
First-Class
Caen Cedex,
France
1 Rue De Courtonne
Free WiFi
Multistory Hotel located in heart of city, facing the Plaisance Port, close to the Castle.
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Paris 18
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Mercure Paris Montmartre Sacre Coeur
First-Class
Paris 18,
France
1/3, Rue Caulaincourt
Free WiFi
Located at the foot of Sacré Coeur in the bohemian Montmartre district of Paris. This 305-room hotel is just a few hundred meters from the famous Moulin Rouge cabaret and close to the Haussman-Opéra district's department stores, bistros and bustling cafés. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all guestrooms and public areas of the hotel and there is a fitness room. A plentiful breakfast buffet is served in the bright breakfast room and there is also a trendy lounge bar for snacks and drinks with an alluring outdoor terrace.
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