D-DAY BEACHES

Service Description

This action-packed day tour offers a comprehensive overview of the main D-Day landing beaches. Guests will have the opportunity to see major historical sites and learn about the crucial events of June 6, 1944. Departure: Le Havre Cruise Terminal at 8:00 AM 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Drive to Utah Beach (125 km) 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Visit Utah Beach - Visit the Utah Beach Landing Museum. - Free time on the beach to discover the bunkers and memorials. 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Drive to Sainte-Mère-Église (20 km) 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Visit Sainte-Mère-Église - Discover the famous church with the suspended parachutist. - Quick visit to the Airborne Museum if time permits. 11:30 - 12:00: Drive to Omaha Beach (40 km) 12:00 - 13:00: Visit to Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery - Time on Omaha Beach to understand the challenges of the landing. - Visit to the American Cemetery of Colleville-sur-Mer, located just above the beach. 13:00 - 14:00: Lunch break near Omaha Beach (at your expense) 14:00 - 14:30: Drive to Arromanches (20 km) 14:30 - 15:15: Visit to Arromanches and the Landing Museum - Discovery of the remains of the artificial Mulberry port. - Quick visit to the Arromanches Landing Museum. 3:15 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.: Drive to Pointe du Hoc (25 km) 3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Visit Pointe du Hoc Explore the cliffs and German bunkers captured by the American Rangers. 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.: Return to the cruise terminal in Le Havre (130 km)** NB: - The duration of the visits may vary depending on traffic conditions and the time spent at each site. - It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes and bring water. - A specialized guide may be present to enrich the experience with detailed explanations