Excursion Normandy landings tour at Honfleur

Relive one of the most historic events of World War II during this memorable, full-day excursion to Normandy. Early in the morning on June 6, 1944, about 156,000 Allied soldiers stormed a handful of beaches along the coast of Normandy, France. Although choppy seas and heavy German resistance prevented them from fully meeting their objectives that day, they were able to gain a crucial foothold.

American Cemetery

Depart the pier for the approximate 1.5-2 hour drive to Omaha Beach. The majority of the nearly 10,000 American soldiers killed at Omaha Beach are buried in this 170-acre (69-hectare) cemetery on land given to the United States by France as a token of her gratitude. Here, 9,386 marble crosses and Stars of David are aligned on a plateau above the beach. A memorial contains the Tablets of the Missing, and a map outlines the battle sites of the Normandy beaches.

Lunch at a Chateau

Next, proceed for a two-course lunch accompanied by wine at a chateau, where you will experience all the distinctive flavours of Normandy.

Arromanches Invasion Museum

Proceed next to the small seaside town of Arromanches. Upon arrival, visit the Arromanches Invasion Museum. This important museum was dedicated to the largest landing operation in history on June 6, 1944, when the Allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy to attack the German lines.

During your visit, see films and models that re-create the entire operation along the D-Day beaches, and illustrate the logistical importance of Port Winston. A short distance offshore, remnants of the artificial port can still be seen.

Following your visit, commence the approximate 1.5-2-hour drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Normandy, Sword, Juno and Gold Beaches, Arromanches Invasion Museum, Omaha Beach, American Cemetery, Tablets of the Missing

Note

Please note: This tour requires a moderate amount of walking over uneven ground, some cobblestone streets and some steps. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility and those who utilise a wheelchair, as long as guests can transfer from their chair. The tour sequence may vary.  Traffic conditions may affect the duration of this tour. We suggest wearing comfortable, flat walking shoes. Timings for this tour can vary depending on allowances given from the cemeteries based on ceremonies. Order of sights may vary.

On 8th JUne 2025, the Invasion Museum is not available, therefore the Landlord Museum will be visited instead.