What to do and see in Courseulles-sur-Mer, Normandy: The Best Tours

The largest amphibious military operation in history, Codenamed "Operation Neptune", often referred to as D-Day, began shortly after midnight, on June 6th 1944, with around 156,000 allies troops landing. Among them Approximately 14,000 Canadians landed in Normandy on D-Day, assaulting a beachfront code-named “Juno” During this Day Trip that will take you from Paris to the coast of France's Normandy region. You will follow in the footsteps of the brave Canadian Troops who fought and died on the beaches of Normandy.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Small Group Tour (Max. 8), Driver/Guide

Exclusions: Food and Drinks, Gratuities

Similar Tours HIGHTLIGHTS Stop at the exact location where the original « Pegasus Bridge » used to stand. Pay your respects to the fallen Canadian soldiers at the Canadian War Cemetery in Beny-sur-Mer See the famous “Canada House” on Juno Beach, said to be the first house liberated in Normandy. Walk on the sands of Juno Beach in Normandy just like the Canadian troops did in June 1944. Visit the Juno Beach Centre, the most comprehensive museum about the Canadian landings in Normandy. Visit the underground bunker of German General « Richter » in Caen.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Entry/Admission – Juno Beach Centre

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

On this full day tour we will visit the Canadian, British and American landing beaches: Juno, Gold and Omaha. On route, as well as on location, throughout the day you will learn about the planning and preparations involved to get the largest military operation in history organised, which units were involved, what their objectives were, and how victory was achieved. I will share with you stories of the many men and women who fought to free Europe of Nazi occupation. At each of these site there will be some free time for you to take photos, use restrooms or grab a coffee.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation

Exclusions: Optional museum entry ticket, Lunch

Retrace the footsteps of the Canadian troops who fought for the liberation of France on this small group day trip to Juno Beach and the D-Day sites of Normandy. On this tour you’ll walk the sands of Juno Beach, explore inside German bunkers, visit the Juno Beach Center, and pay your respects to those who sacrificed everything at the Bény-Sur-Mer Canadian Cemetery.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Return transport from Paris by A/C minivan, Small Group Tour of 8 people maximum, All entrance fees

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food

Take a private tour from Bayeux to Normandy, where you’ll relive the events of the Allied invasion on June 6, 1944 – more famously known as D-Day. You can personalize this private tour and determine how long you spend at the various WWII sites. Your private guide will give you unique insight into the events that took place on the landing beaches and battlefields of Normandy and tell you about the British, American, Canadian and French troops. You can also visit the cemeteries and museums.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan (maximum 8 people), Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Guide's lunch (approximately €20)

Take a private tour from Caen to Normandy, where you’ll explore sites of the Allied invasion on June 6, 1944 – more famously known as D-Day. You can personalize this private tour to determine how long you spend at the various WWII sites. Your private guide will give you unique insight into the events that took place on the landing beaches and battlefields of Normandy and tell you about the British, American, Canadian and French troops. You can also visit the cemeteries and museums.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan (maximum 8 people), Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Guide's lunch (approximately €20)

While your ship is in Le Havre, trace the story of the 1944 D-Day landings by Canadian forces on this private full-day shore excursion. Led by your guide, visit the Juno Beach Center museum that chronicles the Canadian military efforts of World War II; see where 14,000 Canadian troops met unrelenting German gunfire on Juno Beach; and honor Canada’s soldiers at the Canadian Cemetery. Lastly, visit the haunting Abbey d’Ardenne where a poignant memorial recalls the Canadian prisoners executed here soon after D-Day.

Inclusions: Professional driver/guide, Transport by private vehicle, Port pickup and drop-off, Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Guide's lunch (approximately €20)

This battlefield and site tour leaves Bayeux at 8:30am with your English/French-speaking guide. The caravelle (mini bus) carries up to 8 passengers. The itinerary for this tour includes stops at Juno Beach Center, Canadian Underground Bunkers, Bernieres and Saint Aubin, Canadian Cemetery, Hell's Corner, the Abbey d'Ardenne, Carpiquet, Caen.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (from Bayeux only), Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Juno Beach Center entrance

Exclusions: Lunch

Hear the story of World War II from a different perspective on this tour of Normandy’s Canadian war sites. Rather than focusing on the American and British roles, this unique tour reveals the lesser-known history of Canada’s involvement in the liberation of Europe. Learn about the sacrifices of Canadian soldiers at the Juno Beach Centre, visit the final resting place of thousands of Canadian soldiers at the Bény-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, and hear about the tragic Canadian massacre at Ardenne Abbey. Your guide will provide fascinating commentary throughout this insightful and moving tour. Numbers are limited to eight people on this small-group tour, ensuring a more personalized experience.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only) in Bayeux

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified

A unique half day shared tour carefully designed for those who wish to visit the Canadian D Day sites with a knowledgeable driver/guide.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional English speaking driver/guide

Exclusions: Personal expenses , Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified