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Visit the Palace and Gardens of Versailles in a day! Explore the ornate State Apartments and breathtaking Hall of Mirrors inside the official residence of the French monarchy from 1682 to 1789. Explore at your own pace on a self-guided experience. For cruisers, we guarantee back to ship in time, we have more than 15 years experience to organize tours for cruisers, we arrange dedicate pick up and drop off at Cruise terminal

No visit to Normandy is complete without a tour of the D-Day Landing Beaches. We undestand how important it is to you and pride ourselves in making your time worthwhile by offering a quality tour with an experienced guide-historian. Transport is provided in our comfortable minivan.

Explore Canada’s legacy in World War II with a private tour from your cruise terminal to Juno Beach, the Juno Beach Center, and the Canadian War Cemetery of Reviers — a powerful day of remembrance and discovery.

Make the most out of your shore excursion by visiting the charming villages of Normandy - Etretat & Honfleur ! Admire the picturesque chalk cliffs of Etretat and enjoy the maritime atmosphere of this charming village by the sea. Stroll along the beautiful shore and appreciate the stunning view which inspired many great artists! Visit the charming village of Honfleur and witness the many colors of the sky which inspired some of the great Impressionists. Stroll along cobbled streets & quaint harbors while soaking up the seaside atmosphere. For cruisers, we guarantee back to ship in time, we have more than 15 years experience to organize tours for cruisers, we arrange dedicate pick up and drop off at Cruise terminal

Live an exceptional day in Mont-Saint-Michel with a Private Guide and flexible pick-up from Le Havre, Honfleur, Deauville, Caen or Bayeux. Cross the peaceful Normandy countryside and admire the scenery that unfolds until the arrival on the bay. Explore the medieval streets freely and feel the force of the tides, which have shaped this unique site for centuries. Visit the abbey with audio guide, discover the monastic life, its architecture and the fascinating stories of monks and pilgrims. Enjoy a lunch break overlooking the bay, then explore the island again at your own pace. This fully customizable tour combines history, spectacular scenery, cultural immersion and unforgettable memories, offering a private and authentic experience that will remain etched in your memory forever.

Treat yourself to a delightful shore excursion from Le Havre punctuated by loads of Norman food specialties including a gorgeous picnic in the spendid gardens of the bishopry. Nourish the soul as well as the body as you visit the Saint Pierre Cathedral and the Saint Theresa Basilica, who has made famous the town of Lisieux, capital of Pays d'Auge. A unique Normandy tour, that you will find nowhere else but by booking with us. We will make your day unforgettable.

Hire your own professional English-speaking driver for the day and create your perfect Normandy experience. Whether you want to visit D-Day beaches, Mont-Saint-Michel, Monet's Gardens, or hidden local gems - you design the itinerary, we make it happen. Pick-Up Anywhere in Normandy We pick you up from ANY location: ✅ Hotels throughout Normandy ✅ Le Havre Cruise Terminal ✅ Train stations (Caen, Bayeux, Rouen, etc.) ✅ Private residences ✅ Airports And we guarantee your return to your original pick-up point on time.

Settle into your private minibus and enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour drive through the Normandy countryside. Your first stop is Pointe du Hoc, where bomb craters and bunkers remain untouched since WWII. Walk the cliffside battlefield, explore the German fortifications, and reflect on the heroic efforts of the American Rangers who scaled the cliffs under fire to seize the site. Continue to Omaha Beach, driving along 8 kilometers of historic coastline facing the English Channel—one of the most intense D-Day area. Then visit the Normandy American Cemetery, where nearly 10,000 American soldiers are laid to rest. The peaceful grounds and visitor center offer a moving tribute to the lives lost during the liberation of Europe.

Treat yourself to an incredible day in Normandy touring the small towns of Honfleur and Deauville. You will be amazed at the sight of the traditional Norman architecture and the beauty of Honfleur that inspired the impressionists painters such as Boudin and Monet. Then you will remain forever stunned by the beauty of the beach of Deauville and its fancy shops where you will feel like a millionaire. Join your local tour guide for a private tour and don't miss this opportunity to create memories for a lifetime.

A D-Day tour for 5-8 people. Visit the Normandy landing beaches with our WWII expert. Rodolphe Rutman, who will bring to life the events of the battle of Normandy, using his knowledge of the subject acquired over more than 30 years of private research. He has been connected to the events of June 6 1944, since he was involved in the 50th anniversary of D-Day in 1994 when he assisted a group of 41 American veteran paratroopers who came to perform a commemorative jump near Sainte-mère-église. Afterwards, Rodolphe became a filmmaker specialising in history. He has directed 4 TV documentary films about D-Day which were broadcast internationally, including interviews with more than 200 people who witnessed the events of summer 1944, including 13 American veterans who landed on Omaha Beach. Today, he lives in Normandy and likes to share his passion for this subject by leading visits to memorial sites. So be ready for an immersive and unforgettable exploration of the 1944 Battle of Normandy.

This is a "private tour" in a comfortable vehicle, leather upholstery, air conditioning, tinted windows. Bottled water and sweets included on board the vehicle. You will have a guided tour of the landing beaches as well as a visit to the famous Caen memorial. Then, we will visit the gigantic American cemetery of Omaha Beach in Colleville sur mer. We will pass through the picturesque village of Sainte-Mère l'église and will also visit Pointe du Hoc. And finally, we will visit the town of Arromanches and the remains of the artificial port which was used for the landing. There we will visit the famous 360-degree museum on the Battle of Normandy. We can stop wherever you want during the day, especially for lunch.

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.

This tour will allow you to visit two historical landmarks of Normandy, Omaha Beach, and Bayeux. Your driver-guide will take you to the best locations and you will have plenty of time to explore Bayeux without feeling rushed. This tour is perfect for those who want to diversify their visit and get a little taste of both medieval history and WWII history.

Settle into your private minibus and enjoy a scenic 1 hour drive through the Normandy countryside. Begin in Sainte-Mère-Église, the first town liberated on D-Day, and visit the iconic church associated with the dramatic airborne landings of American paratroopers. Continue to Pointe du Hoc, where massive bomb craters and German bunkers still dominate the landscape. Walk the cliffside battlefield and learn how U.S. Rangers scaled the cliffs under heavy fire to secure this key position. Travel along the historic coastline facing the English Channel to Omaha Beach, one of the fiercest and most significant landing zones of D-Day, where time is given to walk the sands and hear personal stories of the landings. Conclude at the Normandy American Cemetery, where nearly 10,000 American soldiers are honored in a peaceful setting overlooking the beach, with time to reflect at the memorial, visitor center, and rows of white crosses.

Immerse into a day of history and learn about the Canadian landings and battles of the summer of 1944. For cruisers, we guarantee back to ship in time, we have more than 15 years experience to organize tours for cruisers, we arrange dedicate pick up and drop off at Cruise terminal Your first stop will be at Juno Beach where Canadian assault troops first stormed ashore in the face of fierce attacks from German strongholds. Next, visit the Juno Beach Centre, a museum dedicated to the 45,000 Canadians who lost their lives in the war. Chart the story of these Canadians through the photos, archives, first-hand accounts, and artifacts. Lunch break may be taken in one of the restaurants near the center. Your last stop will be at the Canadian War Cemetery where you can pay your respects brave soldiers who fought for our liberation.

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.

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.

Versailles is arguably the most impressive palace in the country, with vast landscaped gardens and a hall of mirrors adorned with jeweled chandeliers. You don't need to be in Paris to visit, though. With this tour, enjoy private transfers from your hotel in Normandy (or your cruise terminal if you prefer) to Versailles. Explore at your own pace or book a private guide if you prefer. Entrance tickets are included.

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.

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.

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.

Normandy is a fantastic destination, and we are thrilled to propose a 2-day tour of the most popular highlights, with a personal touch. Your first day will take you in the footsteps of the American soldiers who stormed the beaches on June 6th, 1944. Your second day will open to the beauty of magical Mont Saint Michel, and we will then take you to the Brittany American Cemetery, before taking you back to your hotel.