WWII Battlefield Tour ★★★★★ TripAdvisor

Two Days Normandy D-Day Landing Sites
& Giverny Gardens

Explore Utah & Omaha beaches, Pointe du Hoc, and the American Cemetery on Day One. Overnight in medieval Bayeux. Day Two: Pegasus Bridge, Mulberry Harbour, and Claude Monet's iconic Giverny Gardens. Fully private, expert-guided tour from Paris.

2 full days
1–7 guests
Door-to-door Paris pickup
100% private

About This Two-Day Tour

This is the definitive private two-day D-Day and cultural tour from Paris for American families and history enthusiasts. Covering the full arc of the Allied landings on June 6, 1944, you will walk the beaches where American soldiers fought, explore the German Atlantic Wall defenses, and pay your respects at the American Cemetery overlooking Omaha Beach.

Day Two transitions from military history to artistic heritage, visiting key British and Canadian sites before arriving at the serene and beautiful Giverny Gardens, where Claude Monet created some of his most celebrated paintings. This combination offers a complete experience of Normandy's significance to both American and world history.

Utah Beach area Normandy D-Day private tour

Utah Beach — US 4th Division landing zone

Omaha Beach panorama Normandy

Omaha Beach — the bloodiest American sector

Giverny gardens Claude Monet house

Giverny Gardens & Claude Monet's house

Tour Highlights

Saint Mère Église & Brecourt Manor — 101st Airborne
Utah Beach — US 4th Division landing zone
Pointe du Hoc — US Rangers cliff assault
Omaha Beach — Dog Green & Charlie sectors
American Cemetery, Colleville-sur-Mer
Atlantic Wall bunkers & German defenses
Pegasus Bridge — first D-Day objective
Mulberry Harbour (Port Winston Churchill)
British Commonwealth Cemetery
Giverny Gardens & Claude Monet's house
Overnight in medieval Bayeux
Ancestral & military research available

Proposed Itinerary — Day One

6:30 am
Departure from Paris Direct pickup from your hotel or accommodation anywhere in Paris. Coffee and croissants stop en route to Normandy.
St Mère Église & Brecourt Manor
101st Airborne Sector Explore sites related to the Easy Company "Band of Brothers." Learn how paratroopers were dropped behind enemy lines to secure the airborne sector.
Angoville au Plain
US Paramedics Field Hospital Visit the church where two American paramedics established a field hospital during the invasion, saving countless lives.
82nd Airborne Sector
Fiere Bridge, Iron Mike Monument, Saint Mère Église Multiple stops exploring the 82nd Airborne's crucial role in securing the airborne beachhead.
Atlantic Wall
German Coastal Defenses Walk among the remains of German bunkers, gun emplacements, and fortifications that once lined the Normandy coast.
Utah Beach
US 4th Division Landing Zone Walk the beach where American forces first touched down. Relatively lighter casualties compared to Omaha due to better planning and luck.
Pointe du Hoc
US Rangers — Cliff Assault One of the most dramatic sites in all of Normandy. See the bomb craters and remaining bunkers where Rangers scaled 100-foot cliffs under fire.
Omaha Beach
Dog Green & Charlie Sectors The most famous—and bloodiest—American landing beach. Walk the same sand where thousands of soldiers fought. Scenes from "Saving Private Ryan" were filmed here.
American Cemetery
Colleville-sur-Mer 9,387 American soldiers rest here overlooking the beach they died to take. A pilgrimage site every American should visit.
Lunch
Traditional Norman Cuisine Enjoy a local lunch in a charming Norman village or restaurant. Flexible based on your preferences.
~5:00 pm
Arrival in Bayeux Check in to your hotel in medieval Bayeux. Evening free to explore the town, visit the Bayeux Tapestry Museum (optional), or relax. Hotel suggestions provided upon booking.

Proposed Itinerary — Day Two

9:00 am
Departure from Bayeux Hotel pickup after breakfast. Continue exploring the D-Day story or transition to cultural sites.
Longues-sur-Mer
German Coastal Artillery Position This bunker served as the model for "The Longest Day" film. Observation posts and gun emplacements remain intact.
Mulberry Harbour
Arromanches — Port Winston Churchill The ingenious artificial harbour that supplied the entire Allied army after D-Day. See the remaining concrete caissons in the water.
Pegasus Bridge
First Allied Objective of D-Day Captured by British glider troops minutes after midnight on June 6. Famous from the film "The Longest Day" — "Hold until relieved."
British Commonwealth Cemetery
Resting Place of Allied Soldiers A solemn memorial to brave men from various nations who lost their lives during the Battle of Normandy.
Lunch
Flexible Lunch Stop En route to Giverny, stop for lunch in a charming riverside town or picnic option available.
Giverny Gardens
Claude Monet's Masterpiece Explore the famous gardens and lily ponds that inspired Monet's most celebrated paintings. Stroll through the Japanese bridge, flower gardens, and the artist's house (entrance fees not included).
~4:30 pm
Departure for Paris Direct drop-off at your Paris accommodation or airport. Arrival 7–8 pm depending on traffic. Refreshment stop on the way back.

What's Included & Not Included

Included

  • All taxes — no hidden fees
  • Exclusive Private Tour Experience — pricing is per group, not per person
  • Luxury private transportation (premium SUV or luxury van depending on group size)
  • Professional English speaking driver / guide
  • Transportation insurance while passengers are inside the vehicle
  • All transportation costs included: fuel, tolls, parking
  • Custom itinerary planning and flexible schedule
  • Family or military history research for D-Day and other Military tours
  • Hotel and restaurant recommendations and reservation assistance
  • For multiple day tours: guide accommodation, breakfast and dinner included

Not Included

  • Meals and beverages (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks)
  • Entrance fees to museums, monuments, tastings or activities
  • Personal hotel accommodation
  • Guide's lunch during the tour (maximum €20)
  • Personal purchases and additional expenses
  • Guide gratuity (optional)
  • Personal Travel Insurance *

    *Guests are responsible for having their own
    international travel insurance covering accidents
    or illness during the tour. Private Trip France
    cannot be held responsible for any personal
    incidents occurring outside the vehicle.

Practical Information

What to Wear
Good walking shoes and a wind/waterproof jacket are essential at the northern coast of France. In winter months, bring extra layers. The minibus has plenty of space for bags and coats.
Weather
We operate in all weather conditions. If the forecast is severe, we can suggest an alternative date where possible. The Normandy coast can be windy and cool even in summer.
Drive Time
Approximately 3 hours each way from Paris. Your guide stops for coffee & croissants on Day One departure, and a refreshment break on the return to Paris.
Meals
Lunch is flexible — enjoy a traditional Norman restaurant, local bistro, or picnic option. All meals are at your expense. We can recommend restaurants in advance.

Ancestral & Military Research

Did a family member fight in Normandy—or anywhere else in the liberation of Europe? Tell us their name, unit, or division. We can conduct research and adapt the tour to visit locations connected to your ancestor's service. Over the past years, we have helped many families discover what their relatives experienced during the Battle of Normandy and other campaigns.

This adds profound personal meaning to the tour and often reveals stories that have been lost to time.

Guest Reviews

What Guests Say About the Two-Day Normandy Tour

★★★★★

"The two-day tour was the highlight of our entire trip to France. Jozef's knowledge of D-Day and military history is extraordinary. The combination of Normandy beaches and Giverny Gardens was perfect."

Michael T. — Texas, USA
TripAdvisor · Two-Day Normandy Tour
★★★★★

"We did the two-day tour with three generations of our family. Jozef found my grandfather's regiment and helped us understand his role in the invasion. Absolutely unforgettable."

Robert & Family — Virginia, USA
Viator · Two-Day Normandy Ancestry Tour
★★★★★

"Perfect from start to finish. Pickup was on time, the van was comfortable, the hotel in Bayeux was lovely, and Jozef made history come alive. This is how a tour should be done."

James & Carol W. — Pennsylvania, USA
TripAdvisor · Two-Day Normandy Tour

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