Embark on a private American D-Day guided tour from Cherbourg and immerse yourself in the rich history of World War II. Visit iconic sites such as Sainte Mere Eglise, Utah Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the Normandy American Cemetery. Capture memorable moments and pay your respects on this full-day tour.
Embark on a private American D-Day guided tour from Cherbourg and immerse yourself in the rich history of World War II. Visit iconic sites such as Sainte Mere Eglise, Utah Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the Normandy American Cemetery. Capture memorable moments and pay your respects on this full-day tour.
- Sainte-Mere-Eglise - The first stop after pick-up will be Sainte-Mere-Eglise, where visitors can explore the church and learn about John Steele, who famously got caught on the church tower, and the courageous men of the 82nd Airborne who landed in the town. There will be free time to stroll around and view the memorials in the town square.
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- Sainte-Mere-Eglise - The first stop after pick-up will be Sainte-Mere-Eglise, where visitors can explore the church and learn about John Steele, who famously got caught on the church tower, and the courageous men of the 82nd Airborne who landed in the town. There will be free time to stroll around and view the memorials in the town square.
- Utah Beach - Numerous memorials here honor the brave men who landed and fought. Discover where the 4th Division came ashore and understand why there were significantly fewer casualties compared to Omaha Beach. A museum is also located on this beach.
A lunch break follows the visit to Utah Beach.
- Pointe du Hoc - This visit will be unforgettable, with the high cliffs that the Rangers had to conquer. Hear the story of the Rangers scaling the 100-foot cliffs and how the guns were destroyed. The terrain is awe-inspiring. A memorial for the Rangers is situated atop the observation bunker. There will be free time to explore and take photos.
- Omaha Beach - Upon arrival at Omaha Beach, the contrast with Utah Beach will be evident. Visitors will see some of the German fortifications overlooking the beach, some of which have been converted into memorials. Discover why this beach earned the name ‘Bloody Omaha.’
This is where the 1st Infantry Division and the 29th Infantry Division landed.
There will be free time to walk around and capture photos.
- Normandy American Cemetery - At the American Cemetery, visitors will have the chance to see and visit the graves of 9,388 men and women who sacrificed their lives during the Normandy Campaign. Behind the memorial is the Garden of the Missing, and there is also a visitor center to explore. There will be free time to wander and pay respects; a lookout point offers views over Omaha Beach. After the visit, the group will return to the cruise ship in time for boarding.
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
A complete one-day excursion exploring the American side during D-Day, featuring stops at Sainte Mere Eglise, Utah Beach, the 100 feet cliffs and the German artillery locations at Pointe du Hoc, and Omaha Beach. Our journey concludes with a homage at the Normandy American Cemetery, before heading back to the cruise. There will be spare time for photo-ops at most destinations.
A complete one-day excursion exploring the American side during D-Day, featuring stops at Sainte Mere Eglise, Utah Beach, the 100 feet cliffs and the German artillery locations at Pointe du Hoc, and Omaha Beach. Our journey concludes with a homage at the Normandy American Cemetery, before heading back to the cruise. There will be spare time for photo-ops at most destinations.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
