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4-Nights WWII D-Day Landing Beaches & Battle Of Normandy from $1,899
Globus
OFFER ID 1566489
This touching tour of Normandy is ideal for history buffs and World War II aficionados eager to personally explore the sacred sites of Operation Overlord, the codename for the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944. On this stirring tour, you’ll see where more than 150,000 mostly American, British, and Canadian troops stormed 50 miles of fiercely defended coastline, securing an Allied victory, and gaining a foothold in the fight against Nazi Germany. Your expert Tour Director will lead you to the many significant sites of that fateful day, including the cliffs scaled by troops at Pointe du Hoc as well as the assault shores of Utah, Juno, and Omaha Beach. You’ll have time to explore the moving memorials and museums of each site, including the emotive American Military Cemetery and Memorial. Start and end this incredible journey in magnificent Paris.
4 nights from $1,899 per person
Wwii D-Day Landing Beaches & Battle Of Normandy
Day 1 ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCEWelcome to Paris! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 2 PARIS–CAEN–ARROMANCHES-LES-BAINS–CAENHeroic Harbor Bid au revoir to Paris and embark on a moving and fascinating journey into Normandy. In Caen, visit the Memorial Museum for Peace. Continue to Arromanches to experience archive images in the 360 circular cinema. See the remnants of Mulberry Harbour at Arromanches-Les-Bains and the German artillery bunkers at Longues-sur-Mer. Later, return to Caen for free time this evening. (B)
208 mi / 335 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDARY LIVES When British troops landed on Gold Beach on the morning of June 6, 1944, the town of Arromanches-les-Bains was saved from destruction, thanks to the artificial Mulberry Port, constructed by the Allied Forces. Nearly 25,000 British troops from the 50th British Infantry Division landed on the area, successfully taken by Allied forces late afternoon on D-Day, June 6th. While the Allied forces did not actually land at Arromanches-les-Bains in June 1944, the beaches were a critical factor in the victory of the Battle of Normandy. Vestiges of the manmade Mulberry Port are fascinating to see, while learning about the historic day at the D-day Museum in Arromanches is inspiring indeed.
Day 3 CAEN. EXCURSION TO THE LANDING BEACHES Bravery on the Beach This morning visit Utah Beach with free time to see the Memorial and visit the Museum. Later, continue to Sainte-Mère-Église to gain a greater insight into the D-Day events with a visit to the Airborne Museum. Take a photo stop at Pointe-du-Hoc, the steep cliffs scaled by US Army Rangers to neutralize a German artillery location. The last visit today is Omaha Beach. Spend free time to visit the beach, the American Military Cemetery, and Memorial. (B,D)
130 mi / 210 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORY & HERITAGE Visit the moving and inspirational exhibits at the Airborne Museum in Sainte-Mère-Église dedicated to the memory of the 82nd and 101st United States Airborne Divisions and the brave men who parachuted into Normandy on the night of June 5–6, 1944. Hear the inspiring and harrowing stories of the courageous pilots and paratroopers who infiltrated the enemy lines from the sky above, including the infamous incident involving paratrooper John Steele, whose parachute was ensnared on the church belfry.
Day 4 CAEN–BÉNY-SUR-MER–LANDING BEACHES–RANVILLE–PARIS Courage & Commitment Depart Caen and arrive in Beny-sur-mer to visit the Canadian Cemetery. Visit the Juno Beach Memorial Museum and park, followed by some free time to walk on the beach. Stop at Bernieres-sur-Mer to take photos of Canada House, thought to be the first house liberated by the Canadian troops who landed on Juno Beach. Later, stop at Ranville to visit the Memorial Pegasus Museum and see the Bridge, one of the events enacted in the movie “The Longest Day.” Reach Paris this evening and enjoy some free time in the “City of Light.” (B)
267 mi / 430 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ICONIC FOOTSTEPS Explore moving and inspirational exhibits at the Juno Beach Canadian Memorial, commemorating the 45,000 Canadian troops, including the more than 5,000 who were killed in the Battle of Normandy and D-Day. Situated immediately behind the beach code-named Juno, the museum and memorial highlight the evolution of Canada’s involvement in the war and the great sacrifices and courage exemplified in the men who fought and died here.
Day 5 PARISSafe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Vacation Details
* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
Fine dining, on-site bars or lounges and room service with extended hours are characteristic of deluxe establishments. Guest services usually include valet parking, concierge services, baggage assistance and laundry services. Other on-site facilities often include shops and boutiques, full service spas, full fitness facilities with pools and tennis courts. Business amenities may include available up-to-date technology and support staffs available for services. Attention to detail is apparent in the guestrooms which typically have stylish furnishings, quality bedding and bath products and often provide an evening turn down service.
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