Top Normandy Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 3

Designed for those short on time in Normandy, this half-day tour from Bayeux takes you to the D-Day landing locations at Omaha Beach. Learn about the events of the liberation of Europe during World War II, and see maps and photographs to enhance your understanding of the deadly effort on June 6, 1944. This tour saves you the stress of finding your own way around the region so you can simply relax and enjoy the tour.

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.

During this 2-hour vintage sidecar tour, explore the essential and iconic D-Day sites in Normandy. This exclusive experience will take you to Omaha Beach and its military cemetery. Ride along the picturesque country roads that witnessed the crucial moments of June 6th, 1944. Join us for a full immersion into history, where every turn brings you back to the epic story of D-Day.

Enhance your visit to the stunning hilltop village of Mont St Michel during this private, half-day walking tour. Listen to stories and commentary from your guide, providing illuminating context as you wander toward the famous abbey on foot. Itineraries can be personalized for tour participants, and also include nearby attractions like La Chapelle-Saint-Aubert.

Visit Mont Saint-Michel, one of France’s most iconic bucket-list destinations, on this shore excursion designed especially for cruise passengers from Le Havre. With convenient pick-up at the port and a schedule tailored to your ship, you can explore with peace of mind. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Normandy countryside while your guide shares insights into the region and the history of Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its dramatic tides and medieval charm. Upon arrival, join a guided walk through the lower village, exploring cobbled streets, historic ramparts, and charming shops. A packed lunch box will be prepared for you to enjoy during your free time while taking in the spectacular views of the bay. After the guided tour, you’ll have time to explore at your own pace, visit the abbey (entry not included), browse for souvenirs, or take photos. The tour is carefully timed to ensure a comfortable return to Le Havre port well before your ship’s departure.

Discover many of Normandy's most important World War II landmarks all in one day on this comprehensive, immersive tour from Paris. In the morning, travel by train from Paris to Bayeux (choose between two different train classes when booking). Upon arrival, meet your guide and set off with just a small group for company to discover landmarks like Omaha Beach, Utah Beach, Pointe du Hoc, and more.

The beaches of Omaha and Utah saw some of the most important battles of World War II, but visiting independently means missing the sites’ hidden war secrets. On this tour, visit the sectors where the American V Corps and VII Corps landings took place, and trace the steps of the 1st, 4th, and 29th American Infantry Divisions. With round-trip transport from central Bayeux included, gain insight into Normandy’s WWII history.

Enjoy an active way to discover Normandy’s picturesque countryside and seafront—and visit many of its most significant and moving World War II sights—on this private, half-day tour by e-bike. In the morning, meet your guide in Bayeux, grab your e-bike and helmet, and set off. You’ll ride to key landmarks like Omaha Beach and the Normandy American Cemetery, all while stopping to learn more about the history.

If you’re docking at the Port of Le Havre it’s only natural to want to experience the City of Lights while you’re in the area. On this full-day shore excursion tour, see some of Paris’s most iconic sights from the Seine River as you bypass the busy city streets by taking a river cruise.

_______ 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

Explore the highlights of Paris on this comprehensive shore excursion from Le Havre. Begin your day at the iconic Eiffel Tower before enjoying a scenic Seine River cruise. Sail past famous landmarks such as Notre Dame and the Louvre while sipping French sparkling wine. A packed lunch, including a ham and cheese baguette, water, and dessert, will be provided during the tour, allowing you to make the most of your time in the City of Light. You'll also enjoy free time on the Champs-Élysées for shopping, sightseeing, and soaking up the Parisian atmosphere. With a professional local guide, you'll gain insights into Parisian history and culture, making the most of your limited time. To enhance your experience, we provide complimentary pick-up and drop-off services at the Le Havre Cruise Terminal. Enjoy personalized attention and comfort as you explore with a dedicated guide in a shared group, or choose a private tour for a more intimate and enriching journey.

Lots of tours focus on the Normandy region’s World War II history, but few allow you to explore from the passenger seat of a vintage motorcycle sidecar. On this private tour, head off the beaten path to discover hidden gems that most tourists miss on roads not accessible to larger vehicles, learning about poignant sights, including Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery.

Learn more about World War II-era history in northern France on this handy half-day private tour. It’s been designed especially for American cruise travelers, or those interested in the US involvement in the war, so travelers will visit several sites related to that. You’ll be picked up from the cruise terminal for added convenience. Check out Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, the Normandy American Cemetery, and other highlights of the region.

Capped at only 16 people for a more personalized experience, this half-day morning tour covers the WWII landing areas of Omaha Beach, from Longues sur Mer to Pointe du Hoc. Listen to an in-depth rundown of the deadly liberation of Europe, and pay your respects right where some of the fiercest clashes took place.

Freedom, simply! Breathe, smell, enjoy the nature around you and rediscover the pleasure of riding a bike! The itineraries that we recommend are very little frequented, or specially adapted to bicycles: you will reach places that you would never have seen at the wheel of a car!

Make the most of your stop in Le Havre with a roundtrip bus transfer to Paris. Travel with ease in an air-conditioned bus with pickup and drop-off directly from the port. See the sights, sample French food, hop on a river cruise along the Seine, or indulge in a spot of shopping on the Champs-Elysées.

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.

History enthusiasts won’t want to miss this trip to the D-Day landing beaches in Normandy. This private tour makes it easy to visit from Paris for a day. Visit some of the most significant World War II sites in Normandy, especially those with a US connection. The itinerary is customizable but usually includes Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, Arromanches, and more.

Enhance your experience of one of France’s most iconic attractions on a private full-day tour of Mont St-Michel from Bayeux. With a knowledgeable guide, cruise along the picturesque coast of Normandy and take an insightful walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed wonder of Mont St-Michel. Discover the quaint cobbles and charming architecture of the village on an independent stroll and choose to visit either Avranches, the Abbey of Cerisy St-Lô, Balleroy, or Villedieu-les-Poêles before returning to Bayeux in your luxury vehicle.

Omaha Beach is one of the most important World War II sites in Normandy, where the D-Day Landings took place. Instead of making a quick stop on a day tour, this private walking tour lets you slow down and give the memorials and monuments the time they deserve. Make your own way to Omaha Beach to meet your guide, hear about the fateful events of D-Day as you explore the WN62 trenches, and visit the Colleville-sur-Mer American Cemetery.

Get an up-close look at the site of America’s D-Day invasion with a visit to the Normandy battlefield beaches from Bayeux. On this 9-hour small-group tour, you’ll stroll Utah and Omaha beaches, explore famous wartime sites like Pointe du Hoc and Sainte-Mère Church, and learn the turbulent history of this key WWII location. Throughout the tour, enjoy free time to take souvenir photos, pay respects and ask questions of your expert guide.

For those who want to dive deep into the events of D-Day this half-day tour to Omaha has everything you need. Join a small group and a D-Day expert to visit key sites and explore the landing beaches of Normandy. Gain insight into European World War II history and learn about the sacrifices that were made during this time.

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.

Don’t worry about finding your own way from the Le Havre cruise port to Paris—instead, book a full-day shore excursion that makes it easy to experience the best of the City of Light. Following port pickup, head straight to the city. Look forward to checking off the key sights in a single trip (with a guide, if upgrade selected), from the Eiffel Tower and Champs-Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe and much more.