Paris to Normandy Tours
Traverse from the capital to the historic and picturesque region of Normandy. Witness the D-Day landing beaches, visit Mont Saint-Michel, and savor the rich culinary delights. A comprehensive exploration of history, culture, and stunning landscapes, all in a day's journey from Paris.
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Visit WWII Canadian battlefronts and D-Day landing beaches on this full-day, small-group tour of max 8 people for a more in-depth experience.
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Travel in a luxury, air-conditioned minibus as your expert guide brings history to life with detailed maps, photos, and gripping war stories.
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Get exclusive access to two private German bunkers, normally closed to the public, for a rare glimpse into the past.
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Explore key sites, from the Juno Beach Centre's exhibits to Bény-sur-Mer Cemetery and Ardenne Abbey, where Canadian prisoners of war were executed.
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Walk in the footsteps of soldiers on Juno Beach, where they stormed the shore, and pay tribute at Canada House, the first home freed on D-Day.
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Visit WWII Canadian battlefronts and D-Day landing beaches on this full-day, small-group tour of max 8 people for a more in-depth experience.
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Travel in a luxury, air-conditioned minibus as your expert guide brings history to life with detailed maps, photos, and gripping war stories.
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Get exclusive access to two private German bunkers, normally closed to the public, for a rare glimpse into the past.
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Explore key sites, from the Juno Beach Centre's exhibits to Bény-sur-Mer Cemetery and Ardenne Abbey, where Canadian prisoners of war were executed.
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Walk in the footsteps of soldiers on Juno Beach, where they stormed the shore, and pay tribute at Canada House, the first home freed on D-Day.
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Spend a day visiting the battle sites and landing beaches, part of Normandy’s D-Day accompanied by an expert guide on a small group tour.
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La Pointe du Hoc, where US Rangers landed and took control of the heavily fortified German point, is your first visit.
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Proceed with your visit to Omaha Beach, the scene of the most challenging and spectacular attack, where nearly 2,500 men sacrificed their lives in a matter of hours.
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Visit the Colleville sur Mer American Cemetery, home to almost 9,000 white crosses arranged in a perfect row honoring American soldiers who lost their lives fighting in World War II.
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A visit to Juno Beach, home of the renowned "Canada House," which is claimed to have been the first home freed by Allied forces on D-Day, marks the end of the day.
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Spend a day visiting the battle sites and landing beaches, part of Normandy’s D-Day accompanied by an expert guide on a small group tour.
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La Pointe du Hoc, where US Rangers landed and took control of the heavily fortified German point, is your first visit.
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Proceed with your visit to Omaha Beach, the scene of the most challenging and spectacular attack, where nearly 2,500 men sacrificed their lives in a matter of hours.
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Visit the Colleville sur Mer American Cemetery, home to almost 9,000 white crosses arranged in a perfect row honoring American soldiers who lost their lives fighting in World War II.
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A visit to Juno Beach, home of the renowned "Canada House," which is claimed to have been the first home freed by Allied forces on D-Day, marks the end of the day.
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- Dotted with lush greenery, sprawling meadows, and towering castles, Normandy has a lot in store for tourists visiting for a taste of the French culture. Nature lovers and art enthusiasts are commonly seen flocking to make the most of the dramatic woodlands and Normandy beaches during the summer season.The rich history and serene atmosphere often make Normandy the place to be for those wishing to escape the mad Parisian crowd. What makes it an even sweeter deal is its accessibility from the capital and the several options for day trips from Paris. A trip from Paris to Normandy can work for a day’s trip, as well as an elaborate holiday, depending on how one plans it!
- Without having to list its historic significance, Normandy in itself makes for an attractive tourist destination. With its popular pebble beaches that stretch for miles and more, the quaint town of Normandy also boasts of some charming architectural settlements, and pastoral villages. Thanks to its lavish topography, Normandy is blessed with abundant camembert cheese, apples, age old wines, and delectable French seafood that gives people around a world another reason to visit it.Normandy is also best known for its poignant cemeteries and war memorials that run along its scenic beaches. Visitors can also spend time in tranquility amidst some very well known cathedrals from the medieval age, or go on an excursion exploring maritime trinkets scattered around in Honfleur — there’s always something for everyone in Normandy!Bayeux TapestryBayeux is a town located on the beautiful Atlantic coast that is well-known for the Bayeux Tapestry. The masterpiece is an exquisite 70 meter long historic document woven into intricate embroidery. Bayeux Tapestry has even earned the town of Bayeux a UNESCO designation for its cultural value.Mont St. MichelAn important medieval destination in Normandy, Mont St. Michel is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its architectural qualities appeal to tourists from around the world who visit for a rare coup d’oeil of its mythical gothic spires and heavenly church choirs.D Day beachesPerhaps one of the most sought after sights of Normandy, the D-Day landing beaches are considered to be the scene of some of the bloodiest battles of the World War II. Apart from taking a walk down these now-pristine beaches, you can also take part in visiting one of the many museums and memorials along the way.RouenIf wandering on romantic, cobbled stone streets was a part of your bucket list for the summer, Rouen is the ideal place to be. Whimsical wooden houses tucked away in the deep foliage, the sleepy town of Rouen truly paints a beautiful picture for those wishing to take a piece of France back home.GivernyA must-visit destination in Normandy, Monet’s Garden in Giverny makes a wonderful destination for children and adults alike. The ornate garden is home to a Japanese bridge and waterlily pond, both of which located in a cove of weeping willow trees. It is also Claude Monet’s former residence and houses some of his notable works.CaenBest known as the chief town of Lower Normandy, Caen is located where the river Orne meets the English Channel. And while the town has a painful history, as most of it was destroyed during the Allied landings in 1944, the magnificent churches still stand tall for those who wish to take a quick glimpse into history.
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