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Central Paris
The day begins with an early departure from Paris at 7am for the 3-hour drive to Normandy. The route takes you through the scenic countryside, while your guide provides historical background on Operation Overlord, explaining the strategic importance of each site en route.
290 km
3 hours
1
Omaha Beach
Free Admission
The most brutal landing site on D-Day, walking along the beach you will see the Les Braves memorial, preserved German bunkers, and key points where soldiers landed under heavy fire as your guide recounts personal accounts of the battle.
4.5 km
7 minutes
2
Overlord Museum
Tickets included (based on selection)
A short drive away, the Overlord Museum houses an extensive collection of military vehicles, weapons and personal artifacts from both Allied and German forces like letters, uniforms and photographs, humanizing the stories of the soldiers who fought here.
1.3 km
3 minutes
3
Normandy American Cemetery
Tickets included
Overlooking Omaha Beach, at the American Military Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer you will be lead through the symmetrical rows of white crosses and Stars of David, and told the stories of some of the nearly 10,000 soldiers buried here.
0.2 km
3 minutes
4
Garden of the Missing
Free Admission
Within the cemetery grounds, the Memorial, Chapel, and Garden of the Missing honor those whose bodies were never recovered. Your guide will explain the significance of the Wall of the Missing, engraved with the names of over 1,500 soldiers lost in battle.
25.4 km
34 minutes
5
Arromanches & Remains of Mulberry Harbor
Free Admission
At Arromanches, your guide will take you to a viewpoint overlooking the remains of Mulberry Harbor, an artificial port that played a crucial role in sustaining the invasion. You’ll learn how these massive floating structures were constructed and how they allowed the Allies to bring in essential supplies after securing the beaches. Here, you will also stop for a 2-course authentic Normandy lunch at a local restaurant (included with an upgrade).
13.7 km
19 minutes
6
Juno Beach
Free Admission
Juno Beach was the primary landing site for Canadian forces on D-Day. Here, your guide will explain the unique challenges faced by the Canadian troops and how they overcame them to secure the beach. Along the shore, you’ll see the remaining German bunkers and defensive structures.
1.4 km
4 minutes
7
Juno Beach Centre
Tickets included
The Juno Beach Centre is the only museum in Normandy dedicated to Canada’s role in World War II. Your guide will walk you through exhibits that highlight Canada’s military contributions, as well as the personal stories of soldiers and civilians affected by the war.
254 km
3 hours
8
Central Paris
Guided tour of US D-Day beaches with WWII expert, round-trip Paris transfer & lunch or small-group upgrades.
Guided tour of US D-Day beaches with WWII expert, round-trip Paris transfer & lunch or small-group upgrades.
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The tour was as advertised. We traveled to a number of sites related to the D-Day invasion. The tour guide provided background informaiton on the sites isn an organized manner.
Steve is very well informed, and he explains the history clearly.
I'm so glad I found this option to see Normandy from Paris after exploring numerous other options to get out there on my own on a solo trip. I will definitely keep this group in mind when I return to tour other places they do.
When we booked our reservation, it was confirmed, but when we arrived for the event, we were told that our reservation was made too late and they didn't have room for us. This was devastating for us, as it was the only day we had to do this tour. We were told we would receive a refund, but we have yet to receive it.
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Pascal was a wealth of knowledge and provided an incredible once-in-a-lifetime experience.
I'm so glad I found this option to see Normandy from Paris after exploring numerous other options to get out there on my own on a solo trip. I will definitely keep this group in mind when I return to tour other places they do.
Central Paris
Your small-group journey begins near the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Your guide provides historical background on Operation Overlord and the vital role played by Canadian forces in the Normandy landings during the two-hour drive through the scenic French countryside.
247 km
3 hours
1
Juno Beach
Free Admission
Upon arrival, you will step onto the sands of Juno Beach, where 14,000 Canadian troops landed under intense fire. Your guide will explain how the landings unfolded, the strategic importance of this sector, and the challenges Canadian forces faced as they pushed inland.
1.4 km
4 minutes
2
Juno Beach Centre
Tickets included
Next, you’ll visit the Juno Beach Centre, a museum detailing Canada’s role in the Normandy invasion through interactive exhibits and personal testimonies. Afterward, an official Juno Beach Centre guide will lead you inside two original German bunkers, normally closed to the public.
4.5 km
9 minutes
3
Canada House
A short walk from the landing site, you’ll visit Canada House, believed to be the first home liberated by Allied troops on D-Day. Your guide will share stories of the soldiers who fought here and explain how this house, still privately owned, became a symbol of the liberation. For lunch, the guide will take you to a nearby restaurant offering local specialties at reasonable prices.
5.2 km
6 minutes
4
Canadian War Cemetery
Free Admission
Here, more than 2,000 Canadian soldiers who lost their lives in the Battle of Normandy are laid to rest. You will get to know personal stories of some of these men, offering a moving tribute to their bravery and sacrifice. The peaceful setting of the cemetery provides a moment for reflection and remembrance. For lunch, there will be a one-hour stop at a top-rated Poziere restaurant, or you may bring your own.
10.7 km
11 minutes
5
Hell's Corner
Then, you’ll visit Hell’s Corner, the furthest inland point reached by Canadian forces on D-Day, located just 5 miles from Caen. Despite their success at the beach, Canadian troops encountered fierce German resistance as they pushed forward.
5.4 km
8 minutes
6
Ardenne Abbey
Your final stop is Ardenne Abbey, the site of one of the war’s darkest atrocities where 20 Canadian soldiers were taken prisoner and executed by the SS Hitler Youth Division in direct violation of the Geneva Convention.
233 km
3 hours
7
Central Paris
Explore WWII Canadian battlefields on a semi-private tour with expert guide & exclusive bunker access.
Explore WWII Canadian battlefields on a semi-private tour with expert guide & exclusive bunker access.
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Pascal was a wealth of knowledge and provided an incredible once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum
Normandy D-Day Beaches Full-Day Trip
Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum
Normandy D-Day beaches Full-Day Trip
The tomb is an incredibly beautiful structure and the armory museum is the best I have ever seen. The quality and uniqueness of the displays are the excellent
Hello, the visit was amazing. Building , the green marble , the exhibition etc everything was a great discovery and the ease of buying tickets with you perfect .
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It was an unforgettable experience to see the grave of a great man in the history of France In general the whole place was full of historical monuments. Worth a visit!!!!
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We didn't wait at all and were able to visit a great collection at our own pace. My big boy really enjoyed it and was especially keen to see Napoleon's tomb.
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Beautiful place! Definitely coming back
Very easy to book and to visit the place by tourists
Very nice experience, very nice museum. Magical places
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We entered quickly, to see a great museum
No waiting, it was perfect and all four of us enjoyed the visit.
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No need to queue. The beauty of the Invalides
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The museum is well planned and laid out. Very informative about France's history. Loved the information about the French resistance during Workd War Ii. Napoleon tomb building is fantastic.
Tutto molto interessante. Peccato solo che i biglietti per i vambini, anche se gratuiti, non si possano fare direttamente da app.
The best part was seeing the Done Church and Napoleon's tomb. We didn't realise you didn't have to book the Army museum to see this church. The army museum was ok but we found it a bit boring not being part of our history.
We had to show out tickets multiple times during the visit. I found it difficult to keep having to find the actual ticket amongst the many confirmation notices I received. Otherwise the visit and services were fine.
This experience is perfect to get tickets easily through the web, it includes the visit to all the exhibitions and it is worth visiting this complex.
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I received the ticket by e-mail on the day of my event. So I was able to photograph the barcode and everything went smoothly when I got in. Booking was easy on the website. No complications.
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Accelerated entry made no sense. Paid €10 more but just had to go in where everyone else went in. So unnecessary to pay extra for it. Otherwise fine.
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It was one of the best trips i ever had , the tour guide was very good she explained the main historical parts of the museum clearly and made it enjoyable during whole tour , the most amazing part was the gardens it was breath taking experience it took 3 hours to walk the whole garden, even though it waslittle tiring , it was amazing i definitely want to go there again
The first thing I liked was the speed with which we entered due to the tickets we had booked before the visit. Then we were very impressed to enter a site so representative of France and where it was the mausoleum of all the Greats of the country. The visitors were also very respectful.
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Beautiful museum and one of the less crowded sites in Paris. Still a lot of people, but you could actually see things. The tomb and its surroundings are breathtaking. Chapel is gorgeous. Only recommendation would be to add some other languages to the descriptions in the different areas (Liberation wing, especially.)
The visit to the Tumba de Napoléon was impressive, both historically and aesthetically. What's more, the advance purchase of the label makes access easier and quicker. A visit to this monument really is time and money reversed.
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Skip the line was very nice and the line was small. Visited the tomb 1st and was not crowded. Then to the museum. Impressed with the collections. The diversity and quantity.
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We didn't wait in line because there were no people. The museum closes the front door from 12-2pm and you have to enter through the back door. They should warn you.
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The problem was not having tickets for my kids. They had free entry, so I had to line up again and get tickets for them, even though I had digital tickets for the adults? Defeats the purpose of skipping the line. Would be a huge problem if this happened at the Arc de Triomphe as the line was very long to recover the free tickets. Need to have them included in the online booking system.
Very few people at Les Invalides: 14hoo which allowed us to see everything except the Army Museum Difficult for a 10-year-old to visit
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Walk through history with local guides who share personal stories and insights passed down from those who lived through the occupation and liberation. Their expertise makes history come alive in ways textbooks can't.
With groups of just 7-8 people, you’ll have a more intimate experience. Interact directly with your guide, ask questions, and explore at your own pace, allowing for deeper connections to the history.
Walk on the same beaches where Allied forces landed, visit iconic sites like Pointe du Hoc, and witness the remnants of war still visible today. Exclusive access to memorials like the Normandy American Cemetery adds an emotional depth to the experience.
Explore the unique roles of U.S., British, or Canadian forces, with tours tailored to highlight key sites and stories. Follow the footsteps of legendary units like the “Band of Brothers,” and experience D-Day’s multi-national significance.
Now that you know why and how this is a one-of-a-kind experience, imagine walking the beaches where it all happened. Whether it’s the fierce landings at Utah Beach by U.S. forces, the British assault on Gold Beach, or the Canadian breakthrough at Juno Beach, each tour offers a unique glimpse into the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought. You can choose from 3 types of tours:
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This tour explores the U.S. forces' landings at Utah and Omaha Beaches, where some of the most intense and costly battles of D-Day occurred, emphasizing the courage and tragedy faced by American troops as they fought to establish a beachhead.
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Explore the British forces’ landings at Gold and Sword Beaches, which were crucial to securing the eastern flank of the Normandy invasion. The British played a key role in liberating France and linking up with the American forces.
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Learn about the pivotal role of Canadian forces during the landings at Juno Beach, where they faced intense resistance and played a major role in securing the center of the beachhead. This tour highlights the determination and heroism of the Canadian troops.
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No, these tours are suitable for all ages, although the terrain may be challenging for young children or those with mobility issues.
Yes, you can visit the beaches on your own, but a guided tour offers a much richer and more engaging experience with expert insights and historical context.
Yes, some tours offer visits to lesser-known but significant sites beyond the major beaches. These might include Pointe du Hoc, where U.S. Rangers scaled cliffs to take out German artillery, and Pegasus Bridge, where British airborne troops made their historic landings.
Yes, souvenir shops are available at major sites like the Normandy American Cemetery and Utah Beach Museum, selling books, models, and memorabilia.
While the beaches themselves may be challenging due to their sandy and uneven terrain, many of the key D-Day sites, such as the American Cemetery and Utah Beach Museum, have been made more accessible for visitors with limited mobility. It’s recommended to check with the tour provider for specific accessibility options, including transport between sites and wheelchair-friendly routes.
Most guided D-Day tours provide a comprehensive historical context, covering not only the events of the landings but also the planning and strategy leading up to Operation Overlord. You’ll learn about the airborne landings, the preparation and challenges faced by the Allies, and the aftermath of the landings, in addition to the significance of the beaches themselves.