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Normandy Explorer Tour 4D/3N

Step back in time on an unforgettable 4-day tour through Normandy, based in the historic town of Bayeux. You will walk in the footsteps of WWII heroes across American, British, and Canadian landing sectors, pay tribute at iconic battlegrounds like Pointe-du-Hoc and Omaha Beach, and explore the remains of Mulberry Harbours and Pegasus Bridge. Beyond the military history, enjoy regional cider and Calvados tastings along the scenic Route du Cidre and spend dedicated time exploring the ancient, tidal island abbey of Mont Saint-Michel.

More and more Aussies are including Normandy in their European adventures, and it is easy to see why. There is a tremendous mix of medieval and modern military history, charming villages set in beautiful lush countryside, and craggy cliffs commanding stunning coastal views.

There is so much to discover, and this tour is an amazing opportunity to delve into the cultural & historical gems that make Normandy so unique.

The tour commences at 9:00am each day from your hotel.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore historic D-Day sites including Sainte-Mère-Église, Brecourt Manor (‘Easy Company’), the rugged cliffs of Pointe-du-Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the Normandy American Cemetery.

  • Journey through picturesque villages like Beuvron-en-Auge, sampling Normandy’s famed Calvados apple brandy and artisan cheeses at a distillery in the heart of Pays d’Auge.

  • Take a guided tour of the remarkable 8th-century abbey perched atop the famous tidal island off the Normandy coast, with ample time to explore its medieval village streets.

  • Walk through the German gun battery at Longues-sur-Mer, view the remains of the Mulberry Harbours at Arromanches, and explore Gold and Juno beaches.

  • Visit the famous site captured by British airborne troops to secure the Orne River crossing, alongside stops at the Basilica de Saint-Thérèse in Lisieux and seaside Cabourg.

Price from

$3,125.00

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Tour Information

Inclusions:

  • - Expert English speaking guide.
  • - A comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
  • - 3 Nights' accommodation (4-star)
  • - ALL buffet breakfasts
  • - 2 x Lunches
  • - All entry fees
  • N.B. The order and content of this itinerary may be altered slightly on occasion due to operational requirements and constraints as a result of the personalised nature of our tours. Lunch is available for purchase each day (15-20 euros). Minimum of 2 guests for tour to run.

Departures:

  • - Departs fortnightly with other dates available on request.
  • - We can also assist with advice regarding train travel to and from Bayeux.

Itinerary

Day 1: US Airborne & Omaha

Explore the landing grounds and famous actions of the 82nd and 101st Airborne where legends were born in the early hours of 6 June 1944.

We head to Sainte-Mère-Église and the famous church, before walking in the footsteps of ‘Easy Company’ at St Marie-du-Mont and Brecourt Manor, on the road to Carentan.

We also reflect on the bravery of the Rangers at Point-du-Hoc, before visiting Omaha Beach and the US Cemetery that overlooks it.

You stay in Bayeux for the evening.

Meals: N/A

Please enquire about ‘Early Arrival’ accommodation if you would like us to arrange accommodation the night before the tour commences.

Day 2: Route du Cidre

The village of Beuvron en Auge is considered one of the most beautiful in all of France and a great start on our journey along the ‘Cider Route’.

Normandy is famous for it’s Calvados (apple brandy) and delicious cheeses, including Camembert, and we will enjoy tastings of these yummy treats at one of the best distilleries in the heart of the Pays d’Auge at Cambremer.

We will venture further into history with a visit to the Basilica de Saint Theresa, Lisieux, before heading to the seaside town of Caborg to stroll along the boardwalk and enjoy the fresh ocean breeze.

You stay in Bayeux for the evening.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 3: Mont St Michel

We head further back in time with a visit to the remarkable Mont Saint-Michel sat atop a tidal island just off the coast. It is something often photographed and wondered about, but you will wonder no more as you spend several hours exploring the island town and enjoy a guided tour of the abbey with origins back to the 8th century.

There are plenty of options for lunch as well.

You stay in Bayeux for the evening.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 4: Gold, Juno & Pegasus Bridge

You will have the opportunity to walk through the famous Longue-sur-Mer German Gun Battery. before heading to the British and Canadian D-Day sector at beaches code-named, Gold and Juno. Hopefully the tides are kind at Arromanches and we can get out and explore the amazing remains of the ‘Mulberry Harbours’.

You will then travel to the eastern end of the invasion area, where British paratroops landed by glider to secure the bridge over the Orne River, which they had to ‘hold until relieved’ – Pegasus Bridge.

You return to Bayeux around 5:00pm for the conclusion of the tour.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Please enquire about ‘Late Departure’ accommodation when booking if you would like us to arrange a further night for you -OR- you can be dropped at Bayeux train station around 5:00pm for immediate return to PARIS.