Top Normandy Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 20

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 is the only private shore excursion from Cherbourg dedicated entirely to the Canadian story of D-Day — a bucket list experience for Canadian travelers and anyone who wants to understand the full Allied landing of June 6, 1944.At Juno Beach, Canadian assault troops stormed ashore against fierce German defenses. The Juno Beach Centre tells the story of the 45,000 Canadians who lost their lives through photos, archives and first-hand accounts. Beny-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery and Bernières-sur-Mer complete a day that honors a chapter of history most tours never cover.Your private vehicle travels exclusively for your group, with pickup from any location in Cherbourg and your return to ship fully guaranteed.

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.

Let you drive and travel in a luxurious and comfortable minivan Mercedes from Bayeux to Saint-Malo. Saint-Malo is located about 2 hours from Bayeux. For your Bayeux-Saint-Malo Transfer, our professional english speaking drivers guarantee a punctual service available 7 days a week. The price is all include for a transfer up to 7 people.

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.

The only private excursion from Honfleur and Le Havre combining Lisieux's 12th-century Gothic Cathedral — where Sainte-Thérèse attended mass as a girl and where the judge who condemned Joan of Arc is buried — with Honfleur's medieval harbor, where Impressionism was born on the quay of the Vieux Bassin. Two extraordinary chapters of Normandy in one bucket list day. Your private vehicle travels exclusively for your group, with pickup from Le Havre, Honfleur or Cherbourg — cruise terminal, hotel, train station or airport. With over 15 years of experience organizing shore excursions, your return before the all-aboard time is guaranteed. Faith, art and history — the Norman soul in a single day.

This is the bucket list D-Day shore excursion from Deauville — a fully private tour covering the complete American story of June 6, 1944, with a licensed WWII expert guide exclusively for your group. At Pointe du Hoc, as seen in Saving Private Ryan, you walk among the original craters and bunkers where U.S. Army Rangers scaled the cliffs under fire. At Omaha Beach, your guide narrates every sector of the landing. At the Normandy American Cemetery, 9,387 white marble crosses face the English Channel — one of the most moving sights in all of France. Your private vehicle is fully wheelchair accessible, making this the ideal D-Day experience for every traveler in your group.

Mont-Saint-Michel is one of the great bucket list destinations of France — a UNESCO World Heritage tidal fortress rising from the sea, visited by millions every year. This private shore excursion from Honfleur gives your group a full 5 hours on the island, with a vehicle that travels exclusively for you and plenty of time to explore at your own pace. With over 15 years of experience organizing shore excursions for cruise passengers, we pick you up from any location in Honfleur and guarantee your return before the all-aboard time. Your group, your pace, your day.

This is the bucket list D-Day shore excursion from Honfleur — a fully private tour covering the complete American story of June 6, 1944, with a licensed WWII expert guide exclusively for your group. At Pointe du Hoc, as seen in Saving Private Ryan, you walk among the original craters and bunkers where U.S. Army Rangers scaled the cliffs under fire. At Omaha Beach, your guide narrates every sector of the landing. At the Normandy American Cemetery, 9,387 white marble crosses face the English Channel — one of the most moving sights in all of France. This tour is fully customizable. Tell us your interests and we build the day around your group.

Your experienced and licensed guide of the Normandy Battlefields will take you on a unique experience back in 1944 alongside the Queen Own Riffles of Canada, the Sherbrooke Fusiliers, and all of the brave young men who gave everything for Normandy, France and Europe. With many stops near Juno Beach and an extensive visit of the Juno beach Center and bunkers, you'll really understand what happened here 77 years ago to save Europe from tyranny. Lunch on Juno beach in a restaurant with local specialties. If your ship's schedule allows, you'll also have time to visit Honfleur.

Explore the picturesque coastal town of Honfleur on a guided 2-hour e-bike tour starting at 10:00 AM. Discover its rich maritime heritage as you glide past iconic landmarks such as the historic Vieux Bassin and the distinctive Saint Catherine Wooden Church. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, the tour offers engaging insights into the town’s history while you effortlessly navigate charming streets and scenic surroundings. The experience is conducted with a French-speaking guide on Sundays and an English-speaking guide on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, making it ideal for all fitness levels—perfect for solo travelers, couples, or small groups seeking a blend of culture and natural beauty.

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.

This is a complete overview of the two American Beaches of the DDay invasion, as this tour covers both Omaha and Utah Beach with all the highlights. A museum is included in this tour. 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. Your driver-guide will provide just the right amount of information and give you some free time for pictures and exploring. Your lunch is included, you may indicate your preferences and we will do our best to meet them. Transport in a comfortable minivan with driver-guide. We guarantee professionalism, patience, and a “people-first” attitude.

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.

After your visit to Normandy, many travelers like to continue on to the Loire Valley. Allow us to bring our expertise and arrange this trip for you. We will transfer you to Amboise where you will start your tour in the afternoon. The next day we will take you to the most famous châteaux of Chenonceau, Chambord, and Cheverny. We bring you back to Amboise at the end of the day. Feel free to request our services for a transfer to another location if needed at the end of the tour. Your tour includes your two nights in Amboise.

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.

Embark on a 2-hour private walking tour of the serene village of Giverny, where your experienced guide will lead you along picturesque pathways and tranquil streets. Start on Rue Claude Monet, the main street lined with charming houses and local shops, and learn about the village's history and artistic connections. Visit the historic Church of Sainte-Radegonde with its beautiful stained glass windows. Explore Claude Monet's House and Gardens, wandering through the Clos Normand garden with its colorful flower beds and the Water Garden with its iconic pond and water lilies. Listen to anecdotes about Monet's life, his artistic process, and his legacy. Finally, walk along Rue Blanche Hoschedé-Monet, admiring picturesque houses and gardens, and conclude with a discussion about Giverny's continued influence on art and its cultural significance. This enchanting tour offers a personalized exploration of one of France's most idyllic settings.