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What to do and see in Normandy, France: The Best Multi-day Tours
Normandy (/ˈnɔːrməndi/; French: Normandie, pronounced [nɔʁmɑ̃di] ( listen), Norman: Normaundie, from Old French Normanz, plural of Normant, originally from the word for "northman" in several Scandinavian languages) is one of the 18 regions of France, roughly corresponding to the historical Duchy of Normandy.
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1. 2 Day Mont Saint Michel & D-Day Normandy Private Day Tour from Paris
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Visit the Mont Saint Michel UNESCO World Heritage site on Day 1 and explore the D-Day landing beaches of Normandy on Day 2 and gain insight into World War II history on this private day trip from Paris. Travel with a private guide to key WWII battle sites including : Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc, and gain insight into the sacrifices made on both sides. Then, visit the American Cemetery — where a great many soldiers are laid to rest. This tour can be adapted and includes pickup and drop-off at your Paris hotel or apartment.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private guide and guide's hotel, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Clients hotel, Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By tjdotson
My husband and I were on a short trip to Paris for his work. On the day he had mostly off, we had Frederic drive us to Bruges since we had never been to Belgium and the pictures looked amazing. After a very comfortable ride there, Frederic started a walking tour with us in the morning and we quickly realized the pictures did not do this quaint city justice! We felt like Disney had created this perfect little town for people to see. Frederic walked us around before we stopped for lunch together. He was going to leave us to dine alone but we asked him to join us because we enjoyed his company so much and we wanted to hear more about the city. After lunch, he gave us the option of having him continue to walk us around or we could explore on our own. We chose to explore on our own since we felt he had given us such a good overview that morning. We had plans to tour the Chocolate Museum but when we arrived, it was closed due to the time of year. We actually didn't mind much and we just spent the day wandering the beautiful streets around the canals and stopping for hot chocolate and waffles. I would highly suggest a visit to Bruges to feel like you have stepped back in time. Speaking of time, we toured in January and lucked out that it wasn't extremely cold. The crowds were very low so it was easy to wander the streets and sometimes we found ourselves the only ones exploring the small alleyways. I would definitely return to Bruges one day and would highly suggest taking this tour especially if it is your first visit or if you have very limited time in the city.
2. Normandy Landing Beaches 2-Day Trip with Utah & Omaha from Paris
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Relive the history of World War II on this 2-day unforgettable trip from Paris to Normandy Coastline to explore sites of the famous D-Day landing on June 6, 1944. You’ll spend two days discovering Normandy's most notable beaches, battlegrounds and museums related to WWII and the D-Day operation, when Allied forces began the liberation of Europe from the Nazi regime. Hear tales about the Normandy Invasion and learn the story behind each site you visit including Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Arromanches-les-Bains plus the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial in Colleville. Offering convenient round-trip transport from Paris, this 2-day historical tour is a fantastic addition to your France vacation. Private Tour to ensure a more personalized experience.
Inclusions: Transport by Air-Conditioned Vehicle, Private Tour, with your personal Professional Driver/Guide, See some Normandy's Most Significant WWII-Related Sights , Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Exclusions: Gratuities, Clients' Food (Breakfast/Lunch and Dinner) & Drinks are not included, Entrance Fees to monuments or museums (whenever applicable) , Hotel accommodation for guests is not included (Overnight stop is planned in Bayeux)
Reviewed By ruthlynnesnow
Nicola served as our guide on a two-day tour through the Somme region battlefields and Ypres on September 10-11, 2018. My sister and I were the only people on her tour, making it even more personal. She was very personable, knowledgeable, and engaging. Nicola seemed to know everything about World War I and at the battlefields and cemeteries we were visiting. When she didn’t know something such as the relationship between hectares and acres, she acknowledged that she didn’t know the answer and them promptly looked up the information. Although we were on a World War I tour of Western Front areas, Nicola didn’t seem to mind as we asked her questions about her experience living as a Brit in France, Napoleon, the Eastern Front of World War I, Brexit, etc. She was charming, but didn’t ask as if she were trying to earn a bigger tip or receive a positive review. I can’t say enough good things about Nicola and our tour. Speaking of the tour, I should mention that we loved the selection of sites to visit. We knew about the Menin Gate before we went on the tour, but we didn’t really have an appreciation for other places that we visited before going on the tour. Nicola had a good sense of how long to stay at each site. We never felt hurried, but were rewarded for spending time trying to understand the magnitude of the losses and the depth of emotional responses from the countries that were honoring their dead. This is a review by my sister, with whom I traveled.
3. Two Days Private Tour to Normandy from Paris
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Two days driver/guide tour to Giverny, Rouen, Bayeaux & Normandy D-Day landing beaches. Day 1 - visit of Claude Monets gardens at Giverny, sightseeing of historic center of city Rouen and visit of its cathedral. Evening and night in the famous town Bayeux. Day 2 - visit sites such as Omaha beach, the American cemetery, Pointe du Hoc, Winston Churchill's artificial harbor and other interesting sightseeing of American, British and German sites of WW2.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Hotel accommodation (to be paid on the second day morning, directly to the hotel reception +/- €150 per room), Entrance fees and tickets to any attractions or museums (whenever applicable), Food and drinks, Lunch (approx EUR 20), Dinner
Reviewed By cperks427
This tour was perfect for our family. We wanted to go to Normandy but were not confident figuring out all of the trains to/from Paris so finding one that left from Paris was just what we needed. The weather was touch and go leading up to our scheduled tour date but Josef was in constant communication with us on what to maybe expect, if some things might be closed, what possible back up plans could be... thankfully we said lets just do and we are so glad we did! Josef was great, super knowledgeable and informative. It ended up being such a perfect day!
4. 3-Day Mt Saint-Michel & Loire Valley Castles with Optional Pick up
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 20 reviews
Explore Normandy and the châteaux of France’s Loire Valley on this 3-day tour from Paris. Visit famous Mont St-Michel and tour the Abbey with your guide. Travel deep into the château country of the Loire Valley and visit beautiful castles like Château de Chambord and the Château du Clos Lucé, where Leonardo da Vinci lived. Hear of the history and heritage of these spectacular mansions during your tours. This easy excursion from Paris is a wonderful way to see more of France. Overnight accommodation and comfortable coach transport are included.
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Transport in luxury air-conditioned coach, Professional guide, 2 nights accommodation in a 4 star hotel, Meals included : Lunch on the first day, buffet breakfasts, 1 dinner and lunch on the third day, Porterage service on hotel arrival and departure, Entrance ticket for the various monuments., Pick up and drop hotel in Paris ( if option selected)
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drink, unless specified, Lunch on the 2nd day
Reviewed By leannem578
***DO NOT USE THIS SERVICE*** TERRIBLE customer service. Have contacted them before the Covid pandemic asking for a refund. Did not receive it. Then Covid hit - asked MANY times via email for a refund. This trip was for 4 adults - for a cost of 476Euros. There have been so many emails - and they keep saying that a refund is in the works. First they said immediately, then they said 6 months. I cannot recommend this tour operator due to this blatant disrespect of their customers. I need these funds back. I was out of work for more than 8 months - and this is really unacceptable.
5. Normandy D-Day Beaches (2 Day Tour) + Option Mont-Saint-Michel
If you wish to tribute to these Thousands of Heroes who offered their lives for our freedom, this is the perfect tour. Caen Memorial - best WW II Museum in France Sword Beach Juno Beach Gold Beach Arromanches - modest seaside resort Coast to Colleville-sur-Mer The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial Omaha Beach La Pointe du Hoc Carentan Sainte Mere l'Eglise Utah Beach Immerse yourself in the history of the life altering events of World War. As you travel among the places where so many dedicated soldiers fought bravely to secure our freedom, you begin to feel an overwhelming respect and gratitude for their sacrifices. Your Normandy private guide will share with you stories of the significant events that occurred in these areas and create a memorable day touring the beaches, museums and memorials in this area. This tour can be extended to The Mont-Saint-Michel ( Classified World Heritage UNESCO) and would become a most unforgettable journey!
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By jimsZ2896HZ
Thankfully, the battlefield is largely as it appeared in 1815. Rolling hills, farm fields, the wooded and walled Hougoumont (well-restored) and la Haye Saint (not so much). Still, the vibe and the atmosphere is evocative of the crucial Napoleonic struggle that took place here. The museum is excellent. Creative displays, lots of artifacts. The great Lions mound is a bit of a distraction. But it does afford spectacular views of the entire battlefield. Two downsides: the busy road that runs right through the field, north to south, is a little offputting. And Napoleon’s command position was overgrown with shrubs when I was there.
6. Paris, Lisieux, Nevers & Lourdes, France 5-Day Private Pilgrimage by Train
Enjoy 5 days /4 nights touring the pilgrimage sites in France. Discover the life of St Bernadette Soubirous in Lourdes and Nevers, and of St Theresa in Lisieux, Normandy. On your first day travel to the Sanctuary of Lisieux to have a full day walking tour to follow the footsteps of St. Thérèse, attend the mass, have lunch in the Hermitage and return to spend the night in Paris. The next morning, travel to Nevers and have a tour of the highlights of the place where St. Bernadette spent her last years of consecration to the Virgin Mary in the Sanctuary, return to spend the night in Paris. On your third and fourth days, travel to Lourdes to have a walking tour in the Sanctuary where St. Bernadette witnessed the apparitions of the Virgin Mary. You will also have some time on your own for prayers and contemplation. You have the chance to attend the mass in the Grotto of the apparitions or visit the miraculous baths. Return to Paris in the fourth day afternoon to spend the night.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, 2nd class round trip tickets from Paris to Lisieux, to Nevers and to Lourdes, 3 nights in a 3-star hotel in Paris + 1 night in a 4-star hotel in Lourdes, Walking tour & spiritual visit of the Sanctuaries in Lisieux, Nevers & Lourdes w. professional guide, Round trip transfers with private car in Lourdes
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Tips for the guide, Pre and/or post accommodations in Paris (Upon request)
Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes
Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.
7. 2 Days Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches Private Day Trip from Paris
Explore the D-Day landing beaches of Normandy and gain insight into World War II history on this private day trip from Paris. Travel with a private guide to key WWII battle sites including : Day 1 Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc, and gain insight into the sacrifices made on both sides. Then, visit the American Cemetery — where a great many soldiers are laid to rest. Day 2: Sainte Mere Eglise and Utah Beach. This tour can be adapted to stop at Juno Beach for Canadian visitors, and includes pickup and drop-off at your Paris hotel.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private guide and guide's hotel, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Clients hotel, Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By tjdotson
My husband and I were on a short trip to Paris for his work. On the day he had mostly off, we had Frederic drive us to Bruges since we had never been to Belgium and the pictures looked amazing. After a very comfortable ride there, Frederic started a walking tour with us in the morning and we quickly realized the pictures did not do this quaint city justice! We felt like Disney had created this perfect little town for people to see. Frederic walked us around before we stopped for lunch together. He was going to leave us to dine alone but we asked him to join us because we enjoyed his company so much and we wanted to hear more about the city. After lunch, he gave us the option of having him continue to walk us around or we could explore on our own. We chose to explore on our own since we felt he had given us such a good overview that morning. We had plans to tour the Chocolate Museum but when we arrived, it was closed due to the time of year. We actually didn't mind much and we just spent the day wandering the beautiful streets around the canals and stopping for hot chocolate and waffles. I would highly suggest a visit to Bruges to feel like you have stepped back in time. Speaking of time, we toured in January and lucked out that it wasn't extremely cold. The crowds were very low so it was easy to wander the streets and sometimes we found ourselves the only ones exploring the small alleyways. I would definitely return to Bruges one day and would highly suggest taking this tour especially if it is your first visit or if you have very limited time in the city.
8. Lisieux, Lourdes and Fatima, Private 7-Day Pilgrimage from Paris by Train
Experience a fabulous tour of self-contemplation and reflection in an unforgettable journey covering the main religious pilgrimage sites of Europe: LISIEUX, LOURDES, and FATIMA. Discover the history behind the holy apparitions and the people who experienced them. On the first day travel to Lisieux and have a full day walking tour of the Sanctuary following the footsteps of St. Thérèse. On the second day travel to Lourdes and spend the next two days discovering the Sanctuary, you will have a 3-hour walking tour and time on your own for prayers and contemplation. You have the chance to visit the grotto of the apparitions, participate in the miraculous baths and attend the Torchlight procession. Then you will be transferred to Toulouse airport to travel to Fatima (tickets not included). Spend the next two days in the Sanctuary with guided visits of the highlights. You will spend your last night in Lisbon and the next morning you will be transferred to the airport for your departure.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Transfer from Lourdes to Toulouse Airport, Paris-Lisieux round trip 2nd class train ticket and 2nd class train ticket Paris-Lourdes, Round-trip Transfer Lisbon-Fatima, Private guided walking tours in Lisieux, Lourdes and Fatima, 5 Nights in 4-Star hotel in Lourdes and 3-Star in Fatima and Lisbon, Special prices for groups over 15 people on request
Exclusions: First night in Paris, Meals unless specified, Flight from Toulouse to Lisbon, International flights into France and out of Lisbon, Tips to guides and/or drivers, Pre and post hotel extensions in Paris, Lourdes, and Fátima (upon request).
Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes
Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.
9. Lisieux, D-Day Beaches, Mt. St. Michel & St.Malo, 3-Day Private Tour from Paris
Enjoy this 3-day in the beautiful region of Normandy and visit some of the most historical, memorial, heritage, and religious places. Travel 1hr30 in train and start your trip in the Sanctuary of Lisieux to follow the footsteps of Saint Teresa, continue the second day traveling in a private minivan with an English-speaking guide/driver to the city of Bayeux and admire the 70 meters long middle age Tapestry, Listed “World Heritage” by UNESCO. Continue to the Landing Beaches of Normandy and the American Cemetery. On the third day visit, the Mont Saint Michel classed by UNESCO as a world heritage in 1979 and continue to the walled city of Saint-Malo known as a city of pirates. Finally, take the TGV (Bullet train) from Rennes to Paris and be there in only one and a half hours (instead of 5 HOURS by minibus).
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Assistance at Paris Saint Lazare train station on departure, 2nd class train tickets from Paris to Lisieux, Full day walking tour of Lisieux with special guide, Lunch, dinner and overnight at the HERMITAGE in Lisieux, 2Day tour in a private minibus with an English-speaking guide/driver, starting LISIEUX/ending RENNES, Dinner and overnight in a 3-Star hotel on half board in the Mount Saint Michel area, Entrance fees at the tapestry in Bayeux and at the Mount Saint Michel, TGV bullet train Journey 2nd class from RENNES to PARIS Montparnasse train station , Special prices for groups over 15 people on request
Exclusions: Beverages (Except in LISIEUX – wine during meals), Lunches on day 2 and 3, Tips for the guide / driver
Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes
Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.
10. Follow the Footsteps of St. Teresa of LISIEUX in a 2-Day Private Trip from Paris
Sainte Thérèse of Lisieux is one of the most popular saints in the history of the church. Pope Pius X called her "the greatest saint of modern times". The Sanctuary of Lisieux, the city where she lived and died, is a very special place, to visit and follow her footsteps. In this 2-Day tour, you travel to the city of Lisieux by train from Paris, starting at Saint Lazare train station; you will receive special assistance. On arrival to Lisieux, you will meet your guide for a full-day walking tour to visit the places related to the saint: Attend the 11:15 mass at the Carmel, have Lunch in the Hermitage, Visit "The Buissonnets" her childhood home, discover the beautiful Basilica built in her name and the Cathedral where she used to pray. You will spend that night in Lisieux at the Herimtage The next day you will have free time for your personal prayers and contemplation (Breakfast, Lunch at the Hermitage). At the end of the day, take your train for your return journey to Paris.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, 2nd class round-trip train ticket to Lisieux, special assistance prior to departure, Full day walking tour with a private guide, Overnight at The Sisters of The Hermitage (Accommodation in private twin rooms with bath and shower), Special prices for groups over 15 people upon request
Exclusions: Optional tips to the guide
Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes
Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.
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