Normandy D-Day Beaches and American Cemetery Day Trip from Paris
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Paris, France
- 13 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Visit Normandy's D-Day beaches and the American Cemetery in just one day on this tour from Paris, ideal for travelers who want to make the most of their time. See Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, and Pointe du Hoc, a historic cliff-top site from the landings. Gain insights into WWII sacrifices and the liberation from your guide.
- Learn about Normandy's D-Day Sights from your guide
- Choose between small-group and large-group options
- Tours with and without hotel pickup are available
- Small-group tours include lunch with a drink
What's Included
- Normandy D-Day expert licensed guide
- Normandy day tour including visit of the American Cemetery and a photo-stop at Omaha Beach
- Free time for lunch at Arromanches OR lunch at a booked restaurant (if small group option selected)
- Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned coach OR by minivan (if small group option selected)
- Hotel pick-up (if the option is selected). The address must be in Paris (zip code starting with 75).
- 2-course lunch menu with drink (wine, beer, soft drink, or water) if small group option selected
- Guided visit of the Pointe du Hoc
- Lunch (except if small group option selected)
- Restroom and WIFI on board
- Hotel drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
Start your Normandy day trip from central Paris, with pickup from your hotel if selected at the time of booking. Then, enjoy a scenic drive through the French countryside toward the northwest coast and discover WWII history and the site of the D-Day landings.
Take a stroll along Omaha Beach, one of the sites of the D-Day landings, and spend some free time to reflect, admire the ocean views, and visit the renowned visitor center here.
Continue your journey to the American Military Cemetary to pay your respects.
Then stop at Arromanches, to see the remains of the artificial harbor built by allied forces and have free time for lunch.
Your last stop is Juno Beach, where you visit the Canadian Memorial.
Finally, travel back to Paris where your tour concludes at the original departure point.
Take a stroll along Omaha Beach, one of the sites of the D-Day landings, and spend some free time to reflect, admire the ocean views, and visit the renowned visitor center here.
Continue your journey to the American Military Cemetary to pay your respects.
Then stop at Arromanches, to see the remains of the artificial harbor built by allied forces and have free time for lunch.
Your last stop is Juno Beach, where you visit the Canadian Memorial.
Finally, travel back to Paris where your tour concludes at the original departure point.
Normandy (Pass By)
1
Pointe du Hoc
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Omaha Beach
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
4
Les Falaises d'Arromanches
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Juno Beach
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
22 Rue Jean Rey
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- The coach journey from Paris to Normandy takes approximately 3 - 4 hours and you will spend 5 hours in Normandy itself
- Toilets are available at the American Cemetery, Juno Beach Center, at the comfort stop
- A warm coat is recommended during the winter period, a raincoat during the summer and a good pair of walking / flat shoes are suggested to avoid discomfort
- The itinerary and times may be subject to change depending on traffic conditions or changes in site
- Please note that we don't accept big luggages on the coach
- Depending on the schedule, it may be possible to stop at Juno Beach. This stop is not guaranteed and will depend on the time available.
- The duration mentioned on site may be changed on the day for operational reasons.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
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Frequently Asked Question (1)
Q:How can I let you know where to pick me up?
A:We offer pick ups from most hotels within Paris (ZIP code has to start with 75). Pick up must be arranged 48 hours prior to departure, after this timedeparture will be set from our agency at 2 rue des Pyramides, 75001 PARIS - Metro Pyramides or Tuilerie. You can let us know where you are staying in the 'Special Requirements' box in the Traveler Details section during checkout. Or you can let us know after booking by visiting 'Manage my Booking' and emailing us there.
Jul 2019
The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Jeanne_B
This is a full day experience (approx 7:00-7:00) and well worth your time. Our guide (Dimitri) and driver (Charlie) have the day timed perfectly. Dimitri was very informative about such an important piece of history. My husband and I loved the day and would highly recommend.
Reviews
4.4
based on 2,707 reviews
Nancy_F, Jun 2026
We had a wonderfully knowledgeable guide who, when I asked what would my grandfather would have seen when he landed 6 days later, he said “a massive storm” that did a lot of damage to the area. He was also able to tell me a bit about the fighting down at St Malo, where my grandfather was wounded. Our guide was to discuss not just the day of the landing, but also things that happened miles and days apart. Zoltan was a wonderful guide!
Stephen_B, Jun 2026
We were not happy with the end of the tour. There were 3 parties of two who were picked up in the morning and taken to the bus. That worked great. I booked this tour for the hotel pick-up and drop-off service. When we returned, the tour guide knew nothing about transport back to our hotel for any of the 3 groups of 2. She called the office and the office said that they knew nothing about hotel transport, even though we were picked up in the morning. All 6 of us left unhappy and felt that we were not getting the service that we paid for. I personally incurred a cab fare of 30 Euros for transport of my girlfriend and I to our hotel.
As far as the actual tour goes, our guide was very good. She was extremely knowledgeable and provided much background on World War II, not just the D-Day landings. The tour stopped at Point Du Hoc. This stop required some walking to see the German Command Bunker. Located between Utah and Omaha beaches, it provided a good vantage point of the landing zones. We them rode over to Omaha Beach. There was not too much walking there. From Omaha, the tour went to the American Cemetery. This was a very moving stop. It was a long walk to the cemetery gravesite – but it was on paved a paved path, with benches. It would have been a plus to have a little more time at this site. From there, we went to Arromanches-les-Bains. A local resort town for lunch and shopping. The restaurant was slow and took the entire hour allotted for the strop. I managed to get a couple of souvenirs by excusing myself from the table and quickly visiting a nearby shop while lunch was being prepared. From there we went to Juno Beach and then headed back to Paris. The Tour made a stop at a highway rest area about half-way in each direction. This was a nice opportunity to use restrooms and get something to eat or drink. The Normandy beaches were about 4 hours from Paris. The bus was comfortable and clean.
I am giving this tour a low rating because of the hotel drop off issue.
Marites_R, Jun 2026
Amazing, friendly, helpful, very informative guide and the bus driver were kept us safe and they were both very patience.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Marites,
Thank you so much for your comment!
We’re so glad to know that the service provided by our team met your expectations!
We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again in the future!
Kind regards,
Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
Janet_R, Jun 2026
The bus was extremely small and uncomfortable for such a long ride! There were stops, that helped, but there also was no bathroom on the bus! Again there were stops so not that much of a problem. This tour should have been in a large comfortable bus! It was expensive also.
The sights where we were taken were great, and was happy to see them. But we were rushed because of how long a trip we had.
The tour guide was very nice, he recommended a restaurant that was good, but nothing can make that bus trip be ok!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Janet,
Thank you for your comment.
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the places you visited and that the day was to your liking. We work with highly skilled professionals, as we care about the quality we offer to our customers.
Regarding your comments about the bus, we are sorry that it did not meet your expectations. We will forward your feedback to the relevant department so that improvements to the vehicle can be addressed.
We hope to see you again soon.
Kind regards,
Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
Loraine_H, Jun 2026
Absolutely extraordinary wonderful experience on this tour Our guide very knowledgeable about the history and everything that brought America and Europe to this point. Great driver and again great tour guide. What we liked about him? He was very matter of fact, and he kept people on time and in a group like that that’s very important. He did a wonderful job again the tour very very much worth it.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Loraine,
Thank you so much for your comment!
We’re so pleased to hear that your day trip to Normandy went so well! We’re delighted to know that our guide’s extensive knowledge of D-Day met your expectations, and that you appreciated their engaging guidance throughout the tour!
We look forward to welcoming you again in the future!
Kind regards,
Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
Claire_V, Jun 2026
Long day of driving but worth it. Very nice to get out of the city and learn about the history behind D-Day. Guide was extremely knowledgeable.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Claire,
Thank you so much for your comment!
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your journey to Normandy, particularly thanks to our guide’s extensive knowledge of D-Day and engaging guidance throughout the tour!
We look forward to welcoming you again in the future!
Kind regards,
Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
Lois_C, Jun 2026
Every single stop we made on this trip was rushed, especially the cemetery. I could barely understand our guide’s English so I misunderstood a lot of his instructions about what to do. I would not recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Lois,
Thank you for your comment.
We are sorry that the pace of the tour seemed rushed to you and that communication with the guide was not entirely clear. Your feedback is very valuable to us, and we will forward your comments to the operations department so they can review what happened.
We hope to welcome you again in the future and offer you a more satisfactory experience.
Kind regards,
Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
Annette_D, Jun 2026
I cannot even begin to describe what an amazing tour this was! Our guide was so knowledgeable and nice! At the American Cemetery, you cannot go up to the headstones; however, when I told our guide I had a Great Uncle buried there and was hoping to see his headstone, he took me straight to the welcome center and they took me to his grave! Without the help of our guide, it probably wouldn’t have been possible. Highly recommend this tour to anyone!!!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Annette,
Thank you very much for your comment.
We are extremely glad to know that the tour was so special for you and that our guide was able to help you visit your relative’s grave at the American Cemetery. We are proud to be able to offer this type of personalized attention.
We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another occasion.
Kind regards,
Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
Nicole_D, Jun 2026
Our tour was in a small sized bus. Guide was very knowledgable about D-day and surrounding region. She added extras about the American cementary and landing in normandy for us. We were able to stop for lunch and souvenirs and walk on the beach. Bring an umbrella for uncertain weather. Lots of walking for those who arent used to it at sites. All in all, great experience!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Nicole,
Thank you very much for your comment.
We are glad to know that you enjoyed the tour and that our guide was able to provide additional information about D-Day and the region. We also appreciate your comments about the stops and the organization of the tour.
We hope to welcome you again on another occasion to continue discovering more historical places together.
Kind regards,
Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
Edward_M, Jun 2026
The best way to tour the Normandy D-Day sites without a your own vehicle.
Our Tour Guide, Nicholas was excellent! He was extremely knowledgeable and organized the timing during the tour perfectly.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Edward,
Thak you very much for your comment.
We are very glad to know that you enjoyed the experience as well as the guide. We care about the quality we offer to our customers, and your message is a reflection of that.
We hope to see you again soon.
Kind regards,
Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
Jennifer_F, Jun 2026
If you are looking for a tour of Normandy I would not recommend this tour. Our tour guide dropped us off at Obama beach and said you have 20 minutes. Unable to see Pointe du hoc as it was closed to the public. His remarks were will they close it all the time. Spent on hour and a half for lunch. Suppose to stop at Juno Beach and we just drove by it… no stopping. The guide had radios to hand out so he could communicate what we were seeing but never handed them out or used them. Spent 8 hours in a van and paid very good money for a tour we could have taken on our own. Very disappointing!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Jennifer
Thank you for your comment.
We sincerely regret that the tour did not meet your expectations and that some parts of the itinerary could not be carried out as planned. We understand your disappointment regarding the course of the visit, and we will forward your comments to the relevant department in order to review what happened.
We hope to see you again so that we can offer you a service that meets your expectations.
Kind regards,
Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
Harriet_F, May 2026
Excellent- very proficient and competent guide - would highly recommend. Can’t go wrong with this tour.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Harriet,
Thank you very much for your comment.
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and the professionalism of our guide.
It will be a pleasure to welcome you again soon.
Kind regards,
Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
Vernon_B, May 2026
Dress for inclement weather! It can go from sun to driving rain in a minute. Our guide Zolton was fabulous - knowledgible and funny. The lunch stop was a quality restaurant and there were rest stops both directions. Remember which package you purchased, if you forgot, it is hard to find on the website or voucher. With many WWII Vets in our famiily we are glad we signed up for this emotional experience.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Vernon,
Thank you very much for your comment.
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the experience and that Zolton made the tour so engaging and enjoyable. We are also pleased that you appreciated the lunch stop and the rest breaks. We especially value that you experienced this journey in such a meaningful way as a family.
We hope to welcome you again on another occasion.
Kind regards,
Paris City Vision
Sheila_K, May 2026
This was a great bus trip if you’ve just got a day. We got to see several beaches, the cemetery and had lunch. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable but since he’s French he was hard to understand
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Sheila,
Thank you very much for your comment.
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and were able to make the most of your day visiting the beaches, the cemetery, and other highlights along the route.
We also appreciate your comments about the guide. We’re pleased that you found him very knowledgeable, and we understand that sometimes an accent can make understanding a bit more difficult. Your feedback is very valuable to us and helps us continue improving the experience for all our customers.
We hope to see you again soon.
Kind regards,
Paris City Vision
Patricia_R, May 2026
It can be very chilly, high winds and low temperatures by the water. But the experience is great. The only negative is that upon your return to Paris you are just dropped off at a random spot by the Eiffel Tower to find your way back to your hotel even when you have hotel pickup in the morning t. You are never told this until you are 10-15 minutes from drop off.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Patricia,
Thank you very much for your comment.
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the experience, despite the weather conditions. Regarding your other comment, please note that this type of tour only includes hotel pick-up and not drop-off. This information is included in the “Exclusions” section of the product.
We hope to see you again soon.
Kind regards,
Paris City Vision
Marilyn_S, May 2026
Great hotel pick up in a van. Knowledgeable tour guide. But French accent in side him hard to understand
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Marilyn,
Thank you so much for your comment. We’re so glad to hear you loved your Normandy D-Day Beaches and American Cementery day trip with us!
We look forward to welcoming you again in the future!
Kind regards,
Paris City Vision
Duranda_M, May 2026
Zoltar was a kind and knowledgeable guide. He took great care of each person on the tour. His experience with the military was an added layer of expertise in his explanation of America’s WWII involvement.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Duranda,
Thank you so much for your nice and detailed comment.
We are glad to know that your journey to Normandy D-Day Beaches and American Cementery pleased you especially thanks to our guide’s expertise and care.
We look forward to welcoming you again in the future!
Kind regards,
Paris City Vision
Mary_T, May 2026
We have taken many guided tours in Europe over the last year. While we perceived our guide to be knowledgeable, his rambling, impersonal speaking style made him difficult to understand.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Mary,
Thank you very much for your comment.
We sincerely regret the inconvenience you experienced during the journey, so we will forward your comments to the relevant department.
We truly appreciate your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again under better circumstances.
Kind regards,
Paris City Vision
John_D, May 2026
The destinations were great! However, we do not feel like we got a "tour".. but moreso driven around and told where to go.
Our guide was fine.. he provided good info on the bus.. but at the stops, we were left on our to do our touring..
This was not promoted as a self-guided tour and we did not purchase a self-guided tour.. but that is what we got for the most part..
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear John,
Thank you for your comment.
We are glad to know that you enjoyed your tour to Normandy despite the inconvenience you experienced. We have taken note of your comments and forward them to the appropriate department.
We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again under better circumstances.
Kind regards,
Paris City Vision
Bob_A, Apr 2026
Puts the entire D Day events in a chilling perspective. Unbelievable courage these brave men/boys displayed in order to free Europe and democracy from tyranny. Our guide (Anne) was incredible. Her vast and comprehensive knowledge of the events was shared in a most respectful and solemn manner. She also shared many tips for enjoying all that Paris has to offer, Highly recommend this tour for everyone to experience and share.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Bob,
Thank you so much for your detailed and nice comment.
We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed your day trip to Normandy, and that the information given by the host was of your liking.
We look forward to welcoming you again in the future.
Kind regards,
Paris City Vision
Jeanne_B, Apr 2026
This is a full day experience (approx 7:00-7:00) and well worth your time. Our guide (Dimitri) and driver (Charlie) have the day timed perfectly. Dimitri was very informative about such an important piece of history. My husband and I loved the day and would highly recommend.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Jeanne,
Thank you so much for your comment.
We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed your day-trip to Normandy and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future!
Kind regards,
Paris City Vision
Yolanda_A, Apr 2026
Miss Rodriguez who picked us up from the hotel was there on time and escorted us until we got on the van. Although the ride was a little bit cramped it was still a very nice ride. Our guide was really good and gave us a lot of information.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Yolanda,
Thank you very much for your comment.
We are glad to hear that, despite the bus transport, you enjoyed the tour and the service we provide, as well as the guide.
We hope to see you again soon.
Kind regards,
Paris City Vision
joyce_J, Feb 2026
Going with a small group is a good idea. Our guide was a delightful young and passionate instructor that particularly stressed unity of the operation. It was a thoughtful and important tour for any American!
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Dear Joyce,
Thank you very much for your comment.
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that you appreciated the quality of our guide. We hope to see you again soon!
Kind regards,
Paris City Vision
Erin_K, Feb 2026
Our guide was excellent. We traveled in a luxury van and made plenty of stops along the way. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Dear Erin,
Thank you very much for your kind comment.
We are glad to know that you enjoyed the experience, as well as the service provided and the guide.
We hope to see you again soon.
Kind regards,
Paris City Vision
Shawna_T, Feb 2026
A very enjoyable trip to Normandy, Omaha Beach, the American cemetary, and other sites with Steve. The bus ride is comfortable, with breaks, and lunch in a small beach town was delicious. Steve was a great guide.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Dear traveler,
Thank you very much for your kind comment.
We are delighted to know that you enjoyed the experience and that the guide met your expectations.
We hope to see you again soon!
Kind regards,
fintona129, Jan 2026
Everything went well with exception we could not visit American Cemetery — due to New Years Day January 1 closed — I did not think to view the ABMC website for holiday schedule because we booked the “Normandy D-Day Beaches and American Cemetery Day Trip from Paris” and would have thought Viator would have known this — dress warmly in booking in winter — and double check holiday schedule some of the facilities / shoppes were closed which makes sense it was New Years after all We departed promptly 7am and returned by 7pm earlier because of change in itinerary . Leaving a good review because it was a enjoyable
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear Fintona,
Thank you very much for your kind comment.
Unfortunately, in France, on special dates such as New Year’s Day, some shops are closed, but we are glad that you were able to have an enjoyable experience with us.
Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to see you again soon.
Kind regards,
Glori_K, Jan 2026
This tour should come with a warning. It was almost too cold to enjoy which is why I took 2 stars off. Zoltan was wonderful. We had a very cramped van instead of a bus and the winds made getting off of the van almost unbearable.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear Glori,
Thank you for your message.
We are sorry to hear that your visit was not entirely to your liking. We are glad to know that you enjoyed the guide. We take note of your comments and will look into what happened with the bus.
Kind regards,
Christie_J, Jan 2026
The American speaking group got a van ride and not a big Coach. Sometimes it was hard to hear the tour guide in the van. The guide sometimes didn’t make sure the group stayed with him. He would walk ahead with the van. The company still allowed the booking on new years. Most stores and places were closed. So that was half our fault to assume it would be open.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Dear Christie,
Thank you for your message.
We are very sorry that your experience was not entirely satisfactory. One of our goals is for our guests to enjoy the tours to the fullest, so your feedback helps us improve.
If you wish, you can contact us directly, providing the date of the tour and the reservation name, so that we can review what happened.
We hope to see you soon and that you can regain your confidence in us in the future.
Kind regards,
Ann_L, Dec 2025
It’s geared to who is in the group. Small group was perfect. So we did not see where the Brits landed. I understand that we didn’t have time to do it all. Great trip for what we saw. Camille was outstanding. Knew her history and what was important to share.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Dear Ann,
Thank you very much for your thoughtful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that the small group format suited you well and that you enjoyed the experience despite the time constraints. Your kind words about Camille are truly appreciated, she will be thrilled to know her knowledge and passion made a difference. We hope to welcome you again for another discovery in the future.
Kind Regards,
Barry_M, Dec 2025
Ann was a great guide!! Very knowledgeable and gave great viewpoints from the French perspective. Knew her history very well.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Hello Barry,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Ann and appreciated her knowledge.
We hope to welcome you soon on another Paris City Vision experience!
Best regards,
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