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The Ultimate D-Day Normandy Day Trip

  • 9 hours
  • Day Trips
  • Bayeux
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Experience hosted by Withlocals

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Step into history on a private day tour from Bayeux to Normandy’s iconic D-Day sites, guided by a passionate local storyteller. From the strategic cliffs of Longues-sur-Mer to the moving shores of Omaha Beach, experience WWII history up close and through a local’s eyes. This journey offers unforgettable stories, personal insights, and the freedom to explore at your own pace.

Destination
Bayeux, France
Category
Day Trips
Duration
9 hours
Transport mode
Car
Available languages
English
Included
  • Private guide
  • Car transport
  • Guest pick up
  • Entrance tickets
  • All Withlocals tours are carbon neutral
Excluded
  • Meals

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Visit Normandy & explore it with a local
  • Get insights straight from a local source
  • No big groups: just you and your local host
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • Forget about big tourist groups & audio guides!
  • See D-Day sites from a local perspective

What you can expect

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Just beyond Bayeux lies one of France’s most powerful cultural landscapes—Normandy’s D-Day beaches. Join your local host, hop in the car, and prepare for a deeply moving and memorable journey through history.

This private day tour is your invitation to skip the crowds, ditch the audio guides, and experience the D-Day story in the most personal way possible—with a knowledgeable local by your side. You'll visit iconic locations like Arromanches-les-Bains, Longues-sur-Mer Battery, and the hallowed grounds of Omaha Beach and the Normandy American Cemetery, all brought to life with insights only a true local can provide.

Discover the pivotal role of Arromanches, from its ingenious Mulberry Harbour to the hidden corners most tourists miss. At Longues-sur-Mer Battery, walk among original German artillery and bunkers while learning the untold stories behind the site. And at Omaha Beach, reflect on the sacrifices made, guided by your host’s authentic and heartfelt storytelling.

What makes this experience truly special? It’s not just the places—it’s the people. Your host is more than a guide: they're a storyteller with a background in everything from history to the arts, ready to share personal stories and local legends that go far beyond the guidebooks.

And if you'd like to tweak the itinerary? You absolutely can. This is your private tour, designed around your interests. Whether you're a history buff or a curious traveler, your host will tailor the experience to make it uniquely yours.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at your accommodation in Bayeux - Bayeux to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. From Bayeux to Normandy

    Meet your host and get ready to hit the road. Your host will be there by your side to make the journey a more pleasant and enjoyable experience

  4. Normandy D-Day Exploring

    Let your local host show you around the most important D-Day sites. Here you can find must-sees, hidden gems, history, cultural treasures, and more! Your host will make sure to provide you with all the answers and insights you might have along the way

  5. Normandy Off the Beaten Path

    The best part about this private day trip is that you get to experience Normandy from a different perspective - away from the big tourist groups, audio guides, and through the knowledge of a local!

  6. Ask Away!

    Your day trip is 100% private, meaning that it’s only you and your local host exploring all the D-Day sites. Take advantage of this opportunity and get all the answers and insights to your questions about D-Day

  7. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Withlocals experiences
are always

Private & personalizedNo strangers, just you. Fully customize your trip to your needs.
With a local expertFrom historical facts to the most up-to-date health regulations.
Without the crowdsExperiences designed to take you away from the crowds towards authentic local spots.

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