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A memorial with names and dates, a wreath, and a flag. 1
A historic church with a bell tower, a large arched entrance, and a statue in front. 2
A statue in a circular plaza with columns, surrounded by flowers and trees. 3
A bronze statue of a soldier in combat pose with a rifle, a fallen comrade, and a poppy flower on the ground. 4
A circular stone structure with a viewing platform, surrounded by a metal railing and a wooden fence. 5
By Bayeux Shuttle

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Free cancellation available
Price is P 10,563 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
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Overview

  • Starting at a convenient hour, this tour is designed to allow you to have breakfast in your hotel before meeting your guide at the tour departure point in the center of Bayeux. Once onboard, you will be transported in a modern air-conditioned van/ bus to experience the highlights of the Airborne sector, the most western edge of the Normandy landings on june 6th, 1944.
    you will have the privilege of seeing Saint-Mère-Eglise or Brecourt Manor, and many other places where Easy Company and members of the Screaming Eagles stayed during the first days of the Invasion.
    Our seasoned guides will take you on a journey of discovery, bringing you closer to the action. You will have lasting memories of your visit including, walking the grounds of the Normandy American Cemetery while Taps is being played.

    If you want a tour that will take you to all the main sites in the Airborne sector of the D-Day Normandy landing beaches and, want to book individual seats, then this is the tour for you!

Activity location

  • Sainte-Mere-Eglise
    • Sainte-Mere-Eglise, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Parking Québec-Orangerie
    • Place du Québec
    • 14400, Bayeux, Normandie, France

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  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:45
Price details
P 10,562.87 x 1 AdultP 10,562.87
Total
Price is P 10,562.87
Until Sat, Nov 14

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Round-trip travel from central Bayeux by air-conditioned minivan
  • Inclusions
    Professional guide
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities

Know before you book

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Large items of luggage are not permitted on board. Only small carry on cases or overnight bags will be accepted
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
    • If you are traveling with children, please note that everyone requires a seat. It is a legal requirement so please ensure you book a seat for each person taking the tour. It is forbidden to carry infants on your lap. When booking, please specify the age of the child and we will provide a car seat if require We do not accept children under 4 years old.

Activity itinerary

Sainte-Mere-Eglise

  • 30m
This small Norman town was situated on the main N13 road that linked Cherbourg to Bayeux and Caen. This was the main route that both Germans and Americans would need to mobilize much needed equipment during the battle of Normandy. Ste Mere Eglise was an objective for 82nd Airborne Paratroopers and has been made famous by the movie, The Longest Day. American Paratrooper John Steele was unfortunate to get caught on the church steeple during the drop.

Sainte-Mere-Eglise (Pass by)

MEEHAN CRASH SITE Aircraft “66”, a Douglas C-47, flew over the English Channel on the night of June 5-6, along with hundreds of other aircraft carrying US paratroopers. The plane “chalk” 66 is unfortunately hit by the fire of the German anti-aircraft defense: it attempts a landing, but explodes against a hedge. The Easy Company pilots and paratroopers are dying on the spot.

Manoir de Brecourt

  • 15m
BRECOURT MANOR Fans of Band of Brothers will love this short stop. We will show you the location where Richard Winters and men of Easy Company silenced four 105mm guns that were shelling Utah Beach on D-Day morning.

Major Richard Winters Memorial

  • 5m
We will stop briefly to show you a great monument that overlooks Utah Beach. Erected in 2012, this monument features Major Richard Winters and is in acknowledgement of Leadership.

Bayeux Shuttle - Hedgerows Battle (Pass by)

HEDGEROW BATTLES As we drive, we will show you some of the typical hedgerow terrain that the allies had to battle through. We will explain how the Germans utilized the countryside known as the "bocage" to their defensive advantage and how the allies overcame them.

Sainte-Marie-du-Mont (Pass by)

We will take time to explain the significance of this beautiful small village. This was an objective for the 101st Airborne to help the forces landing on Utah Beach.

Eglise Saint-Come-et-Saint-Damien d'Angoville-au-Plain

  • 30m
Situated approximately 5 miles from Carentan, the small village of Angoville-Au-Plain witnessed heavy fighting between the German Paratroopers and American Paratroopers that dropped close by at dropzone D. After our 101st Airborne briefing, you will then hear the incredible story of two Airborne Medics. Kenneth Moore and Robert Wright displayed not only courage but also humanity during the desperate struggle to take this small area of Normandy.

Carentan

  • 10m
The battle between the Nazis and the Allies for the city of Carentan took place from June 10 to June 15, 1944. It was marked by intense fighting both within the city and at its approaches in Carentan. Securing Carentan was crucial to wresting it from German control, enabling the establishment of a continuous defensive line to repel anticipated German counterattacks and linking the Utah Beach and Omaha Beach frontlines.

Pointe du Hoc

  • 45m
One of the famous German gun battery was located at the Pointe Du Hoc in Normandy. Consisting of 6 long range gun positions and many other concrete bunkers, it posed a real threat to Allied shipping on D-Day. As this battery was right between the two American landing beaches, Allied planners had no choice but to knock out this position. Here you will hear the incredible stories of bravery shown by US Army Rangers who had to scale nearly 100 feet of cliffs to destroy the guns.

Omaha Beach

  • 30m
The US 1st Infantry and 29th Infantry Divisions, as well as elements of the US Army Rangers were tasked with opening up 5 exit points to start the movement inland. When you hear the stories from your guide, you will understand why this beach is known as, "Bloody Omaha". Depending on the tide, you will have the opportunity to walk on the sand and see the beach from the soldiers perspective. From this point of view, the high bluffs that once had machine guns firing down, are very intimidating.

Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer

  • 40m
The Normandy American Cemetery covers 172 acres and is the final resting place for many thousands of service men and women. You will have sufficient time to explore the visitor center before taking the time to reflect in the cemetery.

Location

Activity location

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    Sainte-Mere-Eglise
    • Sainte-Mere-Eglise, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Parking Québec-Orangerie
    • Place du Québec
    • 14400, Bayeux, Normandie, France

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