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Exclusive D-Day Beaches Tour from Paris: Private Minivan Excursion with Lunch

Exclusive D-Day Beaches Tour from Paris: Private Minivan Excursion with Lunch

14 hours
Easy

Embark on an unforgettable full-day journey exploring the pivotal Canadian, British, and American sites of Normandy's D-Day, with a private tour for 2 to 7 guests aboard our luxurious Mercedes Minivan. Your experience starts with the convenience of hotel pickup and includes a delightful lunch to keep you energized throughout the day. Dive deep into history with visits to iconic locations such as the Caen Memorial, Canadian Cemetery in Bény Sur Mer, Juno Beach Centre, and the Normandy American Cemetery, among others. This 14-hour adventure promises comfort and speed, thanks to our minivan's superior design over buses and cars, letting you savor more sights in less time. Plus, with the option to customize your trip, your exploration is guaranteed to be one of a kind. Also, discover 15 other exceptional day trips from Paris offered by Clewel Travel, available in both small-group and private formats, ensuring your journey is nothing short of extraordinary.

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Embark on an exclusive full-day journey for 2 to 7 guests, exploring the pivotal Canadian, British, and American sites of the Normandy D-Day landings, all from the comfort of our luxurious Mercedes Minivan, featuring adjustable seating. Enjoy the convenience of being picked up directly from your hotel, and let yourself be immersed in history without any hassle.

This meticulously planned tour also includes a delightful lunch, ensuring you stay energized throughout your adventure. Your itinerary will lead you through significant locations such as the Caen Memorial, the solemn Canadian cemetery in Bény Sur Mer, the insightful Canadian Centre Juno Beach in Courseulles-sur-Mer, the picturesque town of Arromanches-les-Bains, the iconic Omaha Beaches, and the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer.

With a generous duration of 14 hours, this experience grants you ample time to truly engage with each site's profound history, more so than most tours. The agility and comfort of our minivan mean you'll save around two hours compared to bus travel, enhancing your day with efficiency and ease.

Flexibility is at the core of this tour, offering options for customization to align perfectly with your interests. Furthermore, for those looking to explore beyond, Clewel Travel proudly presents 15 additional day trips from Paris, available in both small group settings and as private experiences, ensuring there's always something new to discover.

Itinerary

Exclusive Normandy D-Day Tour Itinerary

Private Full-Day Trip Highlights

  • Private full-day trip for 2 to 7 persons exploring top Canadian, British, and American sights of Normandy D-Day by our Mercedes Minivan with adjustable seats.
  • Hotel Pickup included.
  • Lunch included.
  • Visits: Caen Memorial, Canadian cemetery in Bény Sur Mer, Canadian Centre Juno Beach in Courseulles-sur-Mer, Arromanches-les-Bains, Omaha Beaches, Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer.
  • Duration of 14 hours, offering a comprehensive experience.
  • Minivan drives faster than a bus and is more comfortable compared to cars, saving you around two hours.
  • Customisable trip to suit your needs.
  • 15 other day trips from Paris in Small-groups and as Private Experiences offered by Clewel Travel.

Detailed Itinerary

From Paris to Historic Normandy Sites

07:30 Departure from Your hotel in Paris destination Caen by our air-conditioned comfortable Mercedes minivan. It takes about 3 hours (240 km) to reach the Memorial of Caen. A rest stop will be made.

10:30 - 11:40 Visit of The Caen Memorial and Museum, located in the British Sword Beach sector. Get an overview of the battle of Normandy and personal lives of participants. A 19-minute documentary with historic footage enriches the experience.

12:00 - 12:30 Visit to the Canadian Cemetery in Bény Sur Mer, followed by a short drive to the Juno Beach Centre in Courseulles-sur-Mer.

12:40 - 13:40 Exploration of the Centre Juno Beach.

14:00 - 15:30 Lunch break and visit to Arromanches city, including a panoramic view of the former Mulberry Harbour.

16:00 - 17:00 Visit of the Normandy American Cemetery & Visitor Center in Colleville-sur-Mer, overlooking Omaha Beach. A tribute to the 9,387 U.S. soldiers buried here and the 1,557 missing in action.

17:10 - 17:30 Arrival at Omaha Beaches, understanding the sacrifices of the 34,000 men who landed here on D-Day.

21:00 Arrival back in Paris. Drop off at your hotel.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Private Full-day trip for 2 to 7 persons to Top Canadian, British and American sights of Normandy D-Day by our Mercedes Minivan with adjustable seats.
  • Hotel Pick up included
  • Lunch included.
  • Caen Memorial, Canadian cemetery in Bény Sur Mer, Canadian Centre Juno Beach in Courseulles-sur-Mer, Arromanches-les-Bains, Omaha Beaches, Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer,
  • Duration of 14 hours, longer as usual,
  • Minivan drives faster than a bus and is more comfortable compared with cars. You save up around two hours.
  • This can be customised.
  • 15 other day trips from Paris in Small-groups and as Private Experiences offered by Clewel Travel.

Exclusions

  • Souvenirs and gratuites
  • Meals and Drinks

Important Notes

Key tour highlights and essential information:

  • Private Full-day trip for 2 to 7 persons to Top Canadian, British and American sights of Normandy D-Day by our Mercedes Minivan with adjustable seats.
  • Hotel Pick up included.
  • Lunch included.
  • Visits include: Caen Memorial, Canadian cemetery in Bény Sur Mer, Canadian Centre Juno Beach in Courseulles-sur-Mer, Arromanches-les-Bains, Omaha Beaches, Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer.
  • Duration of 14 hours, longer than usual.
  • Minivan offers a faster and more comfortable experience compared with buses and cars, saving up around two hours.
  • Customizable tour options.
  • 15 other day trips from Paris in Small-groups and as Private Experiences offered by Clewel Travel.
  • Important: Infant seats unavailable, not suitable for pets, no public transportation nearby, not stroller accessible, not wheelchair accessible.

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