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Walk the shores of history on this meaningful D-Day tour from Le Havre, carefully designed for cruise travelers interested in World War II history. With round-trip port transfers and a comfortable modern bus, you’ll explore some of Normandy’s most significant sites—including Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, and other key landmarks—with a knowledgeable local guide who brings the stories behind each stop to life. A packed lunch is included to keep the day focused and unhurried. Timed to your ship’s schedule, this guided tour designed exclusively for cruise travellers docking in Le Havre Port offers a powerful look at the events of June 6, 1944—leaving space to reflect before your return to port.

Visit some of World War II’s most important battle sites—and leave all the planning and navigation to someone else—on this full-day tour of the Normandy landing beaches from Bayeux. Walk the battlefields and beaches where thousands of Allied troops took part in history’s largest seaborne invasion, including key sights such as Utah Beach, Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc. Then, pay your respects at the Normandy American Cemetery.

Embark on an unparalleled historical journey with our D-Day sidecar tours.

Spend a day exploring the surreal beauty of Mont St-Michel on this private tour from Caen. The 8th-century Benedictine Abbey is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, rising from an island just off the Normandy coast. Tour the abbey with your expert guide, followed by free time to wander the village independently. Time permitting, choose to visit another nearby attraction, such as the towns of Balleroy, Avranches, Bayeux, St-Lô or Villedieu les Poeles, or the Abbey of Cerisy.

D-DAY was just the beginning! They landed in Omaha, Utah... And three more beaches... Then they sank into the Norman bocage to fight a terrible battle. Discover what the soldiers and also the Norman civilians went through in the 100 days following the D-Day landings, during this sometimes unknown and yet decisive battle that was the battle of the hedges. The Normandy Victory Museum is home to 27 soundstages with meticulous details, more than 15,000 authentic objects, antique military vehicles, archives to discover in a cozy and intimate atmosphere to learn, understand and pay tribute. An ideal visit for families (1h30 to 2h) and for all history lovers.

Travelers come to the island of Mont Saint-Michel to visit the legendary medieval abbey. To get to it, you must pass through the surrounding walled town. The Touringbee audio guide will show you the way to the abbey and tell you about the island's history along the way. You will learn about sites including: museums, other churches, the cemetery, lookouts, legendary restaurants, medieval fortifications on the island. The audio commentary was written by a professional historian, lifting the veil of mystery over the creation and popularity of Mont Saint-Michel Abbey. You won't get lost in the narrow streets, a handy offline map in the app will guide you. Walk at your own pace, without a tour group. The route passes by the abbey, and you can visit it on your own if you wish (visiting the abbey is not included in this tour). The walk ends at the castle wall, and from there you can go for a walk along the bottom of the bay or relax in the restaurant.

Connect with the courage of the Allied forces who landed on Normandy’s beaches on D-Day in World War II on this private tour from Le Havre cruise port or Honfleur. Traveling by chauffeured minibus, roam Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the Normandy American Cemetery; all untroubled by transport worries. Upgrade to add a guide who’ll share tales and details of the 1944 operation you might easily never hear alone.

Perfect for history buffs and those with personal ties to World War II, this private, full-day tour will transport you to many of the most important wartime sites in Normandy’s American Sector. Depart in the morning from your Bayeux hotel, and travel in a comfortable vehicle. You’ll tour the drop zones of the US Airborne Divisions, will visit Omaha Beach, will discover Pointe du Hoc, will pay tribute to the fallen at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, and much more.

Simplify a visit to two historic sites just outside Paris with this private day trip to the Palace of Versailles and Claude Monet's home in Giverny. Enjoy a hassle-free experience where your guide handles the logistics and organization. Simply meet them at your hotel, and relax as you're driven to both locations. This itinerary includes exploring the interiors and exteriors of Versailles, Monet's house and gardens, and a multi-course lunch.

History enthusiasts and travelers with a personal family connection to the World War II Normandy landings will enjoy this private full-day tour from Bayeux. You’ll visit several important beaches, including Utah Beach and Omaha Beach, where you’ll see where history was enacted. Also visit the Normandy American Cemetery to pay your respects amid the gravestones.

Step back in time to June 1944 with a private day trip to Normandy’s D-Day beaches from Bayeux. With an informative local guide, hear insider tales of the World War II Allies’ landings and visit the key locations of Sword Beach, Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc. See the Longues sur Mer German bunkers, visit Sainte-Mere-Eglise and the Airborne Museum, and enjoy lunch overlooking Arromanches beach, the site of Mulberry Harbour. As this is a private tour, your itinerary is flexible and can be tailored to suit your preferences.

UNESCO World Heritage–listed site of Mont St-Michel is one of Normandy’s most popular sites of interest, but the queues can be long. This private 8-hour bus and walking tour from Bayeux puts the historic landmark within easy reach. Step past the entrance queues with a private guide and gaze out over the bay from the high ramparts. Visit the historic abbey, and enjoy free time to explore at your own pace. This tour includes pickup and drop-off at your Bayeux hotel.

When your cruise ship docks in Le Havre on the northern coast of France, make the most of your time on land with a full-day trip to Paris. There’s no need to worry about public transportation—or missing your ship’s departure at the end of the day—with cruise transfers provided. Choose between guided and unguided options to suit your needs—the guided option includes a cruise on the River Seine.

Leave behind the awkward group tours and get to know Le Havre via a private walking tour, going only where you wish to go, at your pace and style. Following your guide—a true local—you’ll travel from the River Seine to Eglise St-Joseph and beyond, like a friend is showing you around town. You’ll also get personalized tips, insight, and recommendations for the rest of your stay.

Take advantage of your limited time on dry land on a private Paris shore excursion from Le Havre or Honfleur. This laidback and efficient tour is perfect for travelers who want to see the French capital’s highlights without feeling rushed. Guests have the option to explore independently or with a personal guide. Either way, you'll enjoy leisurely stops outside the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and Champs-Elysees before returning to the port.

Ideal for cruise ship passengers, this full-day, private shore excursion in Normandy takes travelers to the stunning island of Mont-Saint-Michel and its centuries-old hilltop abbey. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle with front-door pickup from cruise terminal, hotel, or train station in Le Havre or Honfleur, and enjoy a guaranteed return before your ship's all-aboard time. Choose to upgrade to include a multilingual guide for a personalized experience.

When your cruise ship sails into the port of La Havre, trace the history of the infamous D-Day landings on a full-day private shore excursion to significant battlefields and landing beaches. With a knowledgeable guide, travel to the German Pointe du Hoc battery and admire the coastal splendor of Omaha Beach, site of a bloody battle in 1944. Pay tribute to fallen soldiers in the Normandy American Cemetery and then see original weapons used to defend Omaha beach from the dramatic cliffs.

SELECT SHIP'S NAME AS INDICATED INTO SELECTED BOOKING DATE This shared shore excursion from Le Havre covers the complete American story of June 6, 1944 — Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach and the Normandy American Cemetery — with a licensed WWII expert guide and a freshly prepared French lunch included in the price. As seen in Saving Private Ryan, Omaha Beach is one of the great bucket list destinations for American travelers. Your guide brings the events of June 6, 1944 to life across every site, with sector-by-sector commentary that goes far beyond the standard tour. Designed specifically for cruise passengers, with pickup and drop-off at Le Havre cruise terminal and your return before the all-aboard time guaranteed.

Haven't you always dreamed of getting on an original Jeep? Don't delay, embark on our Jeep tour to experience a real D-DAY experience.

The white chalk cliffs of Étretat are formed of natural sea arches, needle-like rocks, and striking coastal erosion. The impressive landscape here inspired many artists, notably Monet. After exploring the wild beauty of the Normandy coast, discover the pretty port town of Honfleur, and Deauville, a chic resort town loved by the rich and famous.

Explore Mont Saint-Michel at your own pace on a private tour from Bayeux. This excursion is perfect for independent travelers who wish to avoid slow-paced impersonal group tours. Additionally, round-trip transportation from your accommodation eliminates the confusion and discomfort of public transit. Listen to illuminating commentary on the island’s history as you stroll down its charming streets. Then, enjoy free time to explore and shop.

Delve into Normandy's superb historical and culinary heritage on a private tour from Bayeux. Begin with a visit to Bayeux Cathedral and the iconic Bayeux Taperstry illustrating the story of William the Conqueror. Next continue onto Honfleur, a waterfront town that's filled with timber-framed houses and France's largest wooden church. It's colorful scenery was a favorite among Impressionist painters like Monet. Finally, save your appetite for Pays d' Auge, where you'll sample regional food and drink specialities like Cavados brandy and Camembert cheese.

We don't just show you historic places, we give you an amazing experience. Guide specialist in Normandy for 20 years First of all, we are one of the pioneering companies offering a guiding service in the Normandy sector for almost 20 years. His dynamism and his perpetual questioning have made this company a reliable source. Exciting and historical tours The experience, dedication, dynamism and passion will be found during your stay with one of our guides. Knowing each of these guides will allow you to travel in time both near and far. Normandy is very rich in history so you may well find yourself in the shoes of a GI in 1944 on Omaha beach. Do not hesitate.

_______ PLEASE NOTE: This self-guided walking tour does not include entry to the Mont Saint-Michel Abbey. It is not their official audio guide but one created by a passionate local guide within the area. Please check online for entry fees and opening times. _______ Go inside the Mont Saint-Michel Abbey back to explore a simpler time when the monks of the Abbey lived their lives according to the scriptures and the ebb and flow of the seasons. The way this Benedictine abbey was constructed over centuries, on a remote rock facing the sea, reveals what spirituality could inspire back then. With this audio guide, you'll find out: • How books were written before computers and the printing press • How heavy stones were transported before the invention of engines • Why monks don't have BBQs • The truth behind the daily life of clergy in feudal society • What links jet-setters and kings