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Ophorus Tours - Explore British D-Day Landing Sites: Private Tour from Bayeux

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Explore British D-Day Landing Sites: Private Tour from Bayeux

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A small group private full day trip to visit D-Day landing sites of the British Forces during the Invasion of Normandy. From Bayeux, Visit Sword or Gold Beach, discover Pegasus Bridge

Highlights

  • A full day dedicated to British Forces on D-Day
  • Visit the brand new British Normandy Memorial
  • Visit stunning locations such as Merville Battery
  • See the remains of Mulberry Harbour "B"
  • English speaking guides, experts in WWII
What is Included / Excluded for this tour

Program & Itinerary

Embark on a vibrant excursion to the main British Forces D-Day sites! Departing from Bayeux, this private tour will take you to the historic Normandy coastal battlefield grounds. On June 6, 1944, the allied troops landed on the Normandy beaches, marking the beginning of a fierce and deadly battle that would culminate in the liberation of France a few months later. Enjoy the convenience of being picked ...

Explore the Main British Forces D-Day Sites in Normandy - Private Tour from Bayeux

Embark on a vibrant excursion to the main British Forces D-Day sites! Departing from Bayeux, this private tour will take you to the historic Normandy coastal battlefield grounds. On June 6, 1944, the allied troops landed on the Normandy beaches, marking the beginning of a fierce and deadly battle that would culminate in the liberation of France a few months later.

Pick up in Bayeux or Surrounding Area

Enjoy the convenience of being picked up directly from your accommodation in Bayeux or the surrounding area. Our English-speaking guide/driver will greet you and provide an overview of the itinerary and program for the day. As a private tour, we offer flexibility to accommodate your specific requests, ensuring a personalized experience within the allocated time.

Discover the Major D-Day British Forces Sites

Our expert guides are well-versed in the region and will show you the most significant landmarks linked to the British Forces on D-Day. 

Here's a selection of the main sites that you can visit:

1.      British Normandy Memorial

Visit the brand-new British Memorial, inaugurated on June 6, 2019, to honor the fallen under British Command. This memorial overlook "Gold Beach" and features columns listing the names of over 22,000 men and women, including British soldiers, marines, and airmen, as well as those from other countries who fought under British Command.

2.      Pegasus Bridge

Explore the iconic Pegasus Bridge, captured by the 6th British Airborne Division to secure the left flank of the invasion. Learn about the daring operation and the successful capture of both bridges, accompanied by fascinating stories of courage and victory.

3.      Merville Battery Museum

Step into the Merville Battery Museum, a fortified area of the German defense system along the Normandy coastline. Discover the intense battle that took place as the British 9th Parachute Battalion successfully captured the battery, neutralizing its threat to Sword Beach.

4.      Sword Beach

Experience Sword Beach, one of the three landing beaches for the Anglo-Canadian troops. Learn about the British 8th Brigade and the Commandos of the 1st Special Service Brigade who landed here, as well as the successful clearing of the beach by noon.

5.      Gold Beach

Explore Gold Beach, the center beach of the Normandy Invasion. Witness the landing area where the British Second Army, specifically the British 50th (Northumbrian) Infantry Division, carried out their assault and achieved key objectives, including the capture of the Longues-sur-Mer battery.

6.      Arromanches

Discover the significance of Arromanches les Bains, a vital location for the artificial port installation during D-Day. Learn about the Hampshire Regiment's role in liberating the village and the subsequent arrival of the first buildings of the artificial port.

Once in Arromanches, why not also visit the brand-new D-Day Museum that re-opened in April 2023. The D-Day Museum in Arromanches, created in the aftermath of the Second World War, was the first museum to commemorate the Landings.

Its main goal is to bring to life the history of the Landings, and particularly the construction of the Mulberry B artificial harbor, the remains of which can still be seen outside the museum.

7.      Longues-sur-Mer

Visit Longues-sur-Mer, the location of a formidable coastal battery built by the Germans. Witness the remains of the battery and learn about the intense naval battle that ensued on D-Day as British, French, and U.S. forces fought to capture it. 

Immerse yourself in the history and heroism of the British Forces during D-Day with our expertly guided private tour. Experience an unforgettable journey through the iconic sites that shaped the outcome of World War II. Contact our travel advisors to customize your tour and create lasting memories in Normandy.

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  • Pick up at your hotel or train station in Bayeux

  • Visit Pegasus Bridge

  • Visit Gold or Sword Beach Sectors

  • Stop in Arromanches les Bains for lunch (at own expense)

  • Visit British Normandy Memorial

  • Drop off in Bayeux

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Ophorus Tours - Explore British D-Day Landing Sites: Private Tour from Bayeux
Ophorus Tours - Explore British D-Day Landing Sites: Private Tour from Bayeux
Ophorus Tours - Explore British D-Day Landing Sites: Private Tour from Bayeux

Know before you book

  • Normandy Tour available all year round (except Dec. 25th, Jan. 1st)
  • 8 hour Private Normandy British Sector Tour from Bayeux
  • Tour is operated in English, other languages on request
  • Tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • Price indicated is per person, based on 8 guests - Larger groups please contact us

Meeting point

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Departure

We will come and pick you up at your hotel, accommodation, AirBnB or train station in Bayeux, or surrounding area, radius of 30 kms (20 miles) around Bayeux at no extra cost.

Other possible pick up locations :
Caen 
Port en Bessin (Chateau La Cheneviere)
Port en Bessin (Mercure Bayeux-Omaha)
Audrieu (Chateau d'Audrieu)
Aurseulles (Chateau du Bû)
Sainte Croix Grand Tonne (Domaine de la Cour des Lys)

Return

Tour returns to original departure point.
 

Reviews

5.0/5 (1 reviews)

  • Kristine Barrett

    26, May 2023

    We would highly recommend this tour and ESPECIALLY our tour guide, Matt! His knowledge and passion was evident. We saw and learned things we never heard...
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Included / excluded

Included

  • English-speaking driver & guide, Experts in Normandy
  • Travel in modern, comfortable & fully equipped minivan
  • Bottled water in the minivan
  • Free WiFi access on board

Excluded

  • Entrance fees to monuments & attractions unless specified in program
  • Personal insurance and expenses
  • Meals, drinks 
  • Gratuities for the driver/guide

FAQ

  • Is Bayeux the ideal town and departure point for Normandy D-DAY tours?

    If you are looking to experience Normandy in the best possible way, then our day trips from Bayeux make for an ideal departure point. The charming small town of Bayeux has a large number of options when it comes to accommodation and dining. Moreover, the historic medieval city centre as well as the famous Tapestry are part of the best things to do while in Bayeux.

  • Do you organize pick up and return at accommodation for private tours?

    Yes, absolutely. We will come and pick you up at your hotel, accommodation or train station in Bayeux or within a 30kms (20 miles) radius at no extra cost.

  • What type of vehicles are used during your private tours from Bayeux?

    Our company uses only premium cars & minivans that are recent, comfortable and fully equipped including individual A/C, shaded windows and large leg space.

  • Who conducts these Normandy private tours from Bayeux?

    We only employ accredited and licensed tour guides that are also the drivers for all tours that need visits to be conducted by certified guides. Good examples are: the visit of museums, guided walking tours in cities, visit of historical monuments and so on.

    On this particular tour your guide is an expert in the Battle of Normandy and D-Day beaches and sites.

  • What can we expect on this D-Day private full day trip from Bayeux?

    This tour includes the possibility to visit a very large number of sites during a full day tour. Start with the the tour around the Merville Battery and its museum. From there, you will be taken to Pegasus Bridge where there is also a museum to visit if you wish. Pass by Ouistreham and reach the Sword Beach Sector. You will then follow the coast in direction of Gold Beach Sector. From there, it will be time to discover Arromanches les Bains where the Mulberry Harbor was located and usually, depending on time, this is where lunch can be taken (at own expense). The tour continues towards Longues sur Mer Battery site and finally, your guide will stop in one of the Commenwealth Military Cemeteries of the area.

  • Can we choose which D-Day sites we would like to visit?

    Yes, absolutely you can let our team of travel designers know which sites you would like to include and they will adapt the tour to your wishes.

  • Is lunch included on this private tour from Bayeux?

    No, we never include lunch on our private tours. However, let us know if you would like us to suggest and pre-book a local restaurant reservation. Our team will be happy to organize this for you at no extra cost. You can also talk with your guide directly in the morning. Let him know your wishes and she/he will adapt the tour accordingly and suggest the best possible options.

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