Top Normandy Cruises & Sailing - page 10

Amazing opportunity to visit something different in Normandy during your cruise stop in Cherbourg. We will take you east to the coast known as val de Saire, superbly scenic landscapes while we drive to our first stop, the lighthouse where you may want to try climbing the 365 steps to the top. No other tour offers these stops, small villages and famous fishing harbours, the best mussels and oysters, and to conclude a museum before we head back to your ship. We guarantee an exclusive experience, off the beaten path, for those seeking something else.

Treat yourself to one of Normandy's most famous sites during your cruise stop at Cherbourg. Discover the UNESCO Heritage site with a Normandy native driver guide. Although a minimum level of mobility is required to do this excursion, you will be in charge of the pace during your time on own which will allow most to take this tour without feeling rushed.

This tour focuses on Omaha Beach, while allowing you to measure the scale of the DDay invasion. It is a unique experience to walk in the footstep of the brave soldiers who started the liberation of France in June 1944. You will be guided through history and see the battlefields. A guided tour of the D-Day beaches in Normandy becomes something far more powerful than just visiting historic sites when it’s led by a local expert guide. What makes it truly unique is the human depth they bring to the landscape. Your guide doesn’t just know the history—they know the land. They explain how the terrain shaped the battle at places like Pointe du Hoc, and how villages and civilians experienced the invasion. This creates a richer understanding that you simply can’t get from books alone. In short, what makes your guided D-Day tour unique isn’t just where you go—it’s how the story is told, and how it stays with you long after you leave the beaches.

Your own driver-guide at disposal, providing knowledge of the area and giving you some free time is a unique way to discover the landing beaches. A museum is included in this tour. We will not rush you and will allow for plenty of liberty to explore the sites and take it in, take pictures, etc. The sites have been handpicked to optimize your time and allow you to grasp the scale of the DDay invasion while you walk in the footsteps of the American soldiers. You will have guide books inside the car at your disposal, including some for children if you travel with your little ones. This is a great way to make good use of the driving time while you are taken from site to site.

As your cruise ship stop in Le Havre for the day, take the time to plan a visit to Monet House and Gardens in Giverny, and then continue on to Rouen, the capital and birthplace of Normandy, for an immersion in art and medieval history. A fair balance between free time and a gentle guidance if you so wish, Rouen’s historic centre is also packed with tempting shops and restaurants, and great weekly markets and you may also want to indulge yourselves in some of its numerous culinary temptations. Giverny will lure you with its art galleries, and while you will visit the gardens on your own - we provide fast entrance tickets - you can also ask us to accompany you in the village to show you the highlights. You will not feel rushed, and we know this excursion will be one of a kind in Normandy.

This tour focuses on Juno Beach, while allowing you to measure the scale of the DDay invasion. Your private driver-guide will take you to the best locations and after being introduced to the events, you will be able to explore the site. The tour starts and end in Le Havre and is mostly destined to people traveling on cruise ships.

Treat yourself to a memorable visit in the footsteps of the Canadian soldiers who participated in the Dieppe raid. This tour is from your cruise stop in Le Havre. You will be picked up at the ship by your driver-guide. We will take you to Dieppe where you will have a guided tour of the highlights of Operation Jubilee. August 19, 1942. Few raids have been subjected to so much scrutiny, analysis and comment as Operation Jubilee, better known as the Dieppe Raid. It aimed to seize a major port and to hold it for a short period, while seeking opportunities to gather intelligence and to demolish important infrastructure and buildings. After the tour we will take you back to your ship in Le Havre.

Led by Rodolphe Rutman - a French documentary filmmaker and WWII historian - this 2-day tour « D-Day Discovery Tour » offers a powerful, in-depth experience you won't find anywhere else. Rodolphe has written and directed historical documentaries broadcast on France 2, France 5, ARTE, Odyssee, ZDF and ARD in Germany, including "Big Red Omaha","Destins Croisés", "Notre père ce héros", "Les sanglots longs...", ...all documentary films focused on the Normandy landings. His storytelling expertise brings each site to life with rich detail and personal accounts.This is more than a battlefield tour—it's a moving, expert-led narrative, honoring the courage and sacrifices of the allied men and women (military and resistance fighters), and revealing their individual and collective roles in the liberation of Normandy. Book now and step into history with a guide who brings the past vividly to life.

Our Normandy Tasting Tour offers a seamless blend of luxury, authenticity, and convenience, crafted specifically for cruise passengers. Explore the heart of Normandy’s gastronomic heritage with exclusive tastings of Calvados, cider, and artisanal cheeses at iconic locations such as Château du Breuil, Fromagerie Graindorge, and more. With private transportation, a certified guide, and a flexible schedule, you’ll travel through picturesque countryside while enjoying personalized service. Perfectly timed for your cruise itinerary, this tour ensures on-time pickup and return, making it a worry-free and unforgettable experience of Normandy’s flavors and traditions.

This is one of the most complete Trip of Paris that you can think of...why compromise when you can afford the best? Paris is beautiful but it's challenging to visit Paris in a short period. Don't worry, just grab a ticket for our tour and all your stresses will disappear as an expert driver will be at your disposal for a panoramic tour of Paris . This trip takes you inside the palace of Versailles .We’re talking iconic Paris attractions like Louvre Museum, Eiffel tower, etc... The best way to explore this city is with a private vehicle. So just sit back, relax, and let the City of Light unfold before you. This is a panoramic tour and we cover a lot of attractions in a full day duration. We don't enter inside Louvre Museum or Notre Dame Cathedral and don't climb up the Eiffel Tower. There is no guide. Only driver will be with you who will stop at attractions and you will enjoy free time for photography