WW II Private Guided Tour American Landing Beaches in Normandy
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Our private guided tours stand out due to their personalized and private natures, offering a more intimate and tailored experience for our guests. This exclusivity can provide a deeper connection to the history of the American Landing Beaches in Normandy, making it a unique and memorable journey for those seeking a more individualized exploration. Let us show you the American landing beaches like Omaha and Utah Beach. Walk over the grounds where the American Rangers tried so hard to silence the big guns at Pointe du Hoc. Let's start where the American Paratroopers touched Normandy soil as the first American troops to bring back Liberty to Europe. And pay respect to those who fought for our Liberation, and now are buried at the Normandy American Cemetary and Memorial.8 hours to 10 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch
Museumvisits are not part of our tours, but we can make an exception after consultation with you.
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Sainte-Mere-Eglise
Sainte-Mere-Eglise, FranceAs one of the main objectives of the 82nd US Airborne Division, it is the first liberated village by this unit, to secure and protect the rightwing flank (as seen from the oceanside) of the landingbeaches, to enable the 4th and 90th Infantry Divisions pass through from UTAH beach, to cut off the Cotentin Peninsula, on their way to the deepsea port of Cherbourg.
Visit the church where paratrooper John Steele was so unfortunate to got stuck upon the steeple, as shown in the movie “The Longest Day !”
Statue of Brigadier General “Teddy” Roosevelt jr..1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Utah Beach
Sainte-Marie-du-Mont, France, 50480The smallest of the two American landingbeaches, but very important in according to seize the deep sea harbor of Cherbourg in order to bring in supplies.
Considered as the most successful with the least casualties of all Normandy landing beaches.
The beach where General Teddy Roosevelt came ashore, the first seaborn general to land on Normandy soil.
We visit the beach, explain the situation the Allied soldiers had to deal with on June 6th, 19441 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Sainte-Marie-du-Mont
Sainte-Marie-du-Mont, FranceThe first liberated village by the 101st Airborne Division, in addition to secure the exit roads leading off UTAH-beach. Visit the French resistance monument, and take a tour around the beautiful church, where elements of the 101st AB Div. eliminated a German sniper hidden in the steeple. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationD-Day Experience (Dead Man's Corner museum)(Pass By)
2 Village de l Amont, Saint-Come-du-Mont, France, 50500The crossroad to be taken by the 101st AB paratroopers before they would reach Carentan.
The name DMC refers to a small allied tank that was taken out by German paratroopers, who were well entrenched around the building that today houses an interesting museum.
The tankcommander was killed trying to escape his tank, and was hanging over the turret for days, before the body could be recovered finally. View Location4
Carentan
Carentan, FranceCarentan, located inbetween UTAH Beach and OMAHA Beach, was of eminent importance. Carentan became of vital importance to link the two American landingbeaches. The battle for Carentan lasted from June 10th – June 15th. After 5 days of fierce fighting the 101st Airborne Paratroopers were kind of relieved by elements of the 2nd Armoured Division, and the 29th Infantry Division, both coming from bloody OMAHA.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Pointe du Hoc
Cricqueville-en-Bessin, France, 14450On top of 100 foot high cliffs, the Germans had constructed one of their biggest long range gun batteries. We follow the tracks of the American Rangers, under command of Col. James Rudder, who were given the task to destroy the guns. 1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Omaha Beach
Avenue de la Liberation, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, FranceThe worst place to be on June 6th ! We’ll visit the part of the beach that was depicted in the opening scene of Saving Private Ryan.
During and after visiting this beach, you’ll hear about the units involved, learn what went wrong and see the differences with UTAH beach.
And you’ll have even more respect for the troops after seeing for yourself how initiative, determination and leadership resulted in success.2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location7
Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer
Colleville-sur-Mer, France, 14710“All gave some, some gave all ……. !”
More than 170 acres covers the cemetary overlooking OMAHA beach.
More than 9.300 men (and women) are buried here, and more than 1.500 names are engraved in the wall of the missing…….
Normally our last visit of our tour, and your opportunity to pay your respects.1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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The meeting point is inside or in front of the STOPBAR in Sainte-Mère-Église.
Please have a look inside this bar and enjoy the pictures of veterans during previous commemmorations !View Location
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The meeting point is inside or in front of the STOPBAR in Sainte-Mère-Église.
Please have a look inside this bar and enjoy the pictures of veterans during previous commemmorations !View Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- The pick-up or rendez-vous point location will be individually discussed and communicated in the tour confirmation.
- Travelers will be picked up 15 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- German
- English
- French
- Dutch
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Paris time to receive 100% refund.
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