DDay American Beaches and US Airborne Full Day Tour from Bayeux
Overview
The best way to get an overview of the American involvement on D-Day is in a small group of a maximum of 8 people, with plenty of details given by our experienced guides. You will have the chance to discover every aspect of the sacrifice made by American soldiers on June 6, 1944.
We will cover the American seaborne operation by visiting the two beaches where US soldiers landed, Omaha Beach and Utah Beach, as well as the German strongpoint of Pointe du Hoc, assaulted by the US Army Rangers. We will also visit the sites of the US Airborne Operation, including its most iconic site, Sainte-Mère-Eglise, where a terrible battle happened on the night of June 5, 1944. Finally, we will have the chance to pay our respects to the thousands of men who gave their lives to liberate Europe by visiting the Normandy American Cemetery.
We will cover the American seaborne operation by visiting the two beaches where US soldiers landed, Omaha Beach and Utah Beach, as well as the German strongpoint of Pointe du Hoc, assaulted by the US Army Rangers. We will also visit the sites of the US Airborne Operation, including its most iconic site, Sainte-Mère-Eglise, where a terrible battle happened on the night of June 5, 1944. Finally, we will have the chance to pay our respects to the thousands of men who gave their lives to liberate Europe by visiting the Normandy American Cemetery.
Inclusions
- Round trip from central Bayeux in a minivan with A/C
- Experienced and certified guide
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Omaha Beach, Avenue de la Liberation, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer France
First, we will have a 30-minute drive from Bayeux to Omaha Beach.
You will start the day where the 1st and 29th US infantry divisions landed. Our guides, with the help of maps and pictures, will explain to you all the details of “bloody Omaha”. From the layout of the German defenses to the plight of the first waves, we will share with you the stories of these brave Gi’s who conquered the beach.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer, 14710 Colleville-sur-Mer France
Your guide will show you the American cemetery behind Omaha beach. the resting place of more than 9, 000 American servicemen and women. This sacred place, run by the American Battle Monuments Commission, is the most visited D-Day site in Normandy.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pointe du Hoc, 14450 Cricqueville-en-Bessin France
You will discover the unique site of Pointe du Hoc. Follow the footsteps of the 2nd US Ranger Battalion led by the famous Lieutenant Colonel James E. Rudder who scaled the cliffs to destroy a German gun battery threatening the whole US landing operation. Bomb craters, bunkers, dugouts, come and see this outstanding battlefield.
After visiting Pointe du Hoc, we will drive 30 minutes to Sainte-Mère-Eglise.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sainte-Mere-Eglise, Sainte-Mere-Eglise, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
In the heart of the Airborne operation, you will visit the small town of Sainte-Mère-Eglise. It was the first town to be captured by the American paratroopers. One of them got stuck up on the church tower during that night. Your guide will share with you the details of this crucial operation and many stories of these brave men.
We will then leave Sainte-Mère-Eglise and drive 20 minutes to Utah Beach.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Utah Beach, 50480 Sainte-Marie-du-Mont France
At Utah beach your guide will tell you how the 4th Infantry Division successfully breached the German defenses. The first wave was led by Brigadier General Theodore Roosevelt Jr who landed on that Beach at 6:30am. He was eventually awarded the Medal of Honor.
We will then drive 15 minutes to our next stop, Angoville-au-Plain.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Angoville-Au-Plain, Angoville-Au-Plain, Carentan-les-Marais, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
Your guide will bring you to the church of Angoville-au-Plain. This site was used as an aid-station. Two young medics treated about 80 wounded soldiers for two days. Discover their heroic feat, a moving story about humanity and dedication on the battlefield.
After this visit, we will have a 35-minute drive back to Bayeux.
Duration: 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Omaha Beach, Avenue de la Liberation, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer France
First, we will have a 30-minute drive from Bayeux to Omaha Beach.
You will start the day where the 1st and 29th US infantry divisions landed. Our guides, with the help of maps and pictures, will explain to you all the details of “bloody Omaha”. From the layout of the German defenses to the plight of the first waves, we will share with you the stories of these brave Gi’s who conquered the beach.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer, 14710 Colleville-sur-Mer France
Your guide will show you the American cemetery behind Omaha beach. the resting place of more than 9, 000 American servicemen and women. This sacred place, run by the American Battle Monuments Commission, is the most visited D-Day site in Normandy.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pointe du Hoc, 14450 Cricqueville-en-Bessin France
You will discover the unique site of Pointe du Hoc. Follow the footsteps of the 2nd US Ranger Battalion led by the famous Lieutenant Colonel James E. Rudder who scaled the cliffs to destroy a German gun battery threatening the whole US landing operation. Bomb craters, bunkers, dugouts, come and see this outstanding battlefield.
After visiting Pointe du Hoc, we will drive 30 minutes to Sainte-Mère-Eglise.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Sainte-Mere-Eglise, Sainte-Mere-Eglise, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
In the heart of the Airborne operation, you will visit the small town of Sainte-Mère-Eglise. It was the first town to be captured by the American paratroopers. One of them got stuck up on the church tower during that night. Your guide will share with you the details of this crucial operation and many stories of these brave men.
We will then leave Sainte-Mère-Eglise and drive 20 minutes to Utah Beach.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Utah Beach, 50480 Sainte-Marie-du-Mont France
At Utah beach your guide will tell you how the 4th Infantry Division successfully breached the German defenses. The first wave was led by Brigadier General Theodore Roosevelt Jr who landed on that Beach at 6:30am. He was eventually awarded the Medal of Honor.
We will then drive 15 minutes to our next stop, Angoville-au-Plain.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Angoville-Au-Plain, Angoville-Au-Plain, Carentan-les-Marais, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
Your guide will bring you to the church of Angoville-au-Plain. This site was used as an aid-station. Two young medics treated about 80 wounded soldiers for two days. Discover their heroic feat, a moving story about humanity and dedication on the battlefield.
After this visit, we will have a 35-minute drive back to Bayeux.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
dennisbR260BY
April 2023
My wife and I had an all day tour of the D-Day Beaches, American Cemetery, etc and this was the best tour experience we have ever had. Our tour guide was Pierre Mesle' and he was outstanding! He has an incredible ability to articulate history and intimate knowledge of the area. If you want a r...
My wife and I had an all day tour of the D-Day Beaches, American Cemetery, etc and this was the best tour experience we have ever had. Our tour guide was Pierre Mesle' and he was outstanding! He has an incredible ability to articulate history and intimate knowledge of the area. If you want a reputable company and excellent tour guide, ask for HQ Company Tour and Pierre Mesle'. Dennis & Cathy Blair, Scottsdale, Arizona USAJos J
May 2023
Vandaag een dag op pad geweest met HD Company tours voor een tour langs de amerikaanse invasiestranden. Wat een geweldige ervaring. De leuke, spontane gids had duidelijke al jaren ervaring met dday tours. Bij elke stop vertelde hij duidelijk aan de hand van foto's en kaartenmap over de gebeurte...
Vandaag een dag op pad geweest met HD Company tours voor een tour langs de amerikaanse invasiestranden. Wat een geweldige ervaring. De leuke, spontane gids had duidelijke al jaren ervaring met dday tours. Bij elke stop vertelde hij duidelijk aan de hand van foto's en kaartenmap over de gebeurtenissen en gaf daarbij goed afgemeten de tijd om zelf rond te kijken. Ook tijdens de rit vertelde hij vele interessante weetjes en anekdotes. Een tour heeft echt een grote meerwaarde boven zelf de locaties bezoeken door de kennis van de gidsen. We hebben topdag gehad.davidgU6514FD
April 2023
Journée mémorable pour découvrir les plages du débarquement… expérience et prestation d’un très bon niveau. Des la prise de contact on sent le professionnalisme, qui se poursuit des l’accueil le jour J. Journée très enrichissante avec tout ce qu’il faut d’anecdotes et de faits historiques précis....
Journée mémorable pour découvrir les plages du débarquement… expérience et prestation d’un très bon niveau. Des la prise de contact on sent le professionnalisme, qui se poursuit des l’accueil le jour J. Journée très enrichissante avec tout ce qu’il faut d’anecdotes et de faits historiques précis. Notre guide (Michael) a fait preuve d’énormément de pédagogie pour nos ados (12,5 et 15,5 ans). Le timing d’1 journée était approprié pour faire Omaha beach, cimetière US, Pointe d’Hoc, St Mère Église avec Airborne muséum, Utah beach et pour finir Angoville au Plain avec une petite église où 2 jeunes Medics US ont soigné plus de 80 blessés de guerre sur 48h juste après le D-Day… Nous recommandons cette compagnieWanderer24075169617
September 2023
Great tour - we covered a lot of territory. Yannick was an excellent guide and very knowledgable. Friends we were travelling with toured on their own, but I don't feel they saw as much and got the in depth information we received. Yannick took us to a church in a small town that had a fascinati...
Great tour - we covered a lot of territory. Yannick was an excellent guide and very knowledgable. Friends we were travelling with toured on their own, but I don't feel they saw as much and got the in depth information we received. Yannick took us to a church in a small town that had a fascinating story - definitely out of the ordinaryJim_M
September 2023
HQ Company was very responsive. Yannick was so passionate and knowledgeable about the whole subject of the campaign in Normandy. He was attentive to customer needs. He was a great story teller. The events at Omaha and Utah Beaches were so well explained de that we will never recognize Memorial D...
HQ Company was very responsive. Yannick was so passionate and knowledgeable about the whole subject of the campaign in Normandy. He was attentive to customer needs. He was a great story teller. The events at Omaha and Utah Beaches were so well explained de that we will never recognize Memorial Day in the US the same way as before. The last stop where two US medics worked to save 80 soldiers (German and American) in the small church at Angoville-au-Plain was an excellent and moving way to end the tour. From he beaches to the American Cemetery to the Airborne Museum to the final stop - the tour was an inspiring reminder of the immensity of the operation and the ultimate sacrifices that were made to free Europe.Andrea B
July 2023
Yannick was a great tour guide. He was passionate about history and very knowledgeable. He was patient with our large group with many young children and even involved the kids. I’d highly recommend!
Yannick was a great tour guide. He was passionate about history and very knowledgeable. He was patient with our large group with many young children and even involved the kids. I’d highly recommend!