Privat heldagstur från Bayeux
Beskrivning
Det bästa sättet att få en överblick över det amerikanska engagemanget på D-Day är genom att boka en privat rundtur. Med massor av detaljer från våra erfarna guider. Du kommer att få chansen att upptäcka alla aspekter av det offer som gjordes av amerikanska soldater den 6 juni 1944. Vi kommer att täcka den amerikanska sjöburna operationen genom att besöka de två stränderna där amerikanska soldater landade, Omaha Beach och Utah Beach, samt den tyska fästningen Pointe du Hoc, attackerad av US Army Rangers. Vi kommer också att besöka platserna för den amerikanska luftburna operationen, inklusive dess mest ikoniska plats, Sainte-Mère-Eglise, där en fruktansvärd strid inträffade natten till den 5 juni 1944. Slutligen kommer vi att ha chansen att visa vår respekt för de tusentals män som gav sina liv för att befria Europa genom att besöka den amerikanska kyrkogården i Normandie.
Turalternativ
Resplan
Du börjar dagen på Omaha Beach där de 1:a och 29:e amerikanska infanteridivisionerna landade. Våra guider, med hjälp av kartor och bilder, kommer att förklara för dig alla detaljer om "bloody Omaha". Från utformningen av det tyska försvaret till de första vågornas svåra situation kommer vi att dela med dig av berättelserna om dessa modiga GI:er som erövrade stranden.
Vår guide visar dig den amerikanska kyrkogården bakom Omaha-stranden. viloplatsen för mer än 9 000 amerikanska militärer och kvinnor. Denna heliga plats, som drivs av American Battle Monuments Commission, är den mest besökta D-Day-platsen i Normandie.
Du kommer att upptäcka den unika platsen för Pointe du Hoc. Följ fotspåren från den 2:a amerikanska rangerbataljonen ledd av den berömda överstelöjtnant James E. Rudder som tog sig upp över klipporna för att förstöra ett tyskt vapenbatteri som hotade hela USA:s landningsoperation. Bomba kratrar, bunkrar, dugouts, kom och se detta enastående slagfält.
I hjärtat av den luftburna operationen kommer du att besöka den lilla staden Sainte-Mere-Eglise. Det var den första staden som intogs av amerikanska fallskärmsjägare. En av dem fastnade på kyrktornet under den natten. Din guide kommer att dela med dig av detaljerna om denna avgörande operation och många berättelser om dessa modiga män.
På Utah Beach kommer din guide att berätta hur 4:e infanteridivisionen framgångsrikt bröt mot det tyska försvaret. Den första vågen leddes av brigadgeneral Theodore Roosevelt Jr som landade på stranden vid 06:30. Han tilldelades så småningom hedersmedaljen.
Vår guide tar dig till kyrkan Angoville-au-Plain. Två läkare satte upp en hjälpstation i den här kyrkan på D-dagen. De behandlade ett 80-tal skadade soldater under två dagar. Upptäck deras heroiska bedrift, en gripande berättelse om mänsklighet och hängivenhet på slagfältet.
Höjdpunkter
Vad som ingår
Upphämtningsplatser och tider
Mötesplatsen (hämtning och avlämning) är ditt hotell/ställe där du bor i Bayeux och runt (20 km)
Resenärers betyg
Viktig information
- Spädbarn och små barn kan åka i barnvagn eller sittvagn
- Servicedjur tillåtna
- Kollektivtrafiksalternativ finns i närheten
- Särskilda barnstolar finns tillgängliga
- Resenärer bör ha medelgod fysisk kondition
- De återstående timmarna kommer att tilldelas lunchtid och restid från hämtning till avlämning.
Recensioner(35)
This was our second visit to Normandy, but our first using Viator. Fantastic experience for two reasons: Bryce, our guide, was amazing. He was warm and engaging. He narrated the “D Day story” clearly and accurately- with lots of facts and color that our “Band Of Brothers” obsessed grandson wanted. It was a challenging day because of heavy rain, but he worked around that and followed an itinerary we specifically wanted. I also very much appreciated the Vistor service as they answered every question I had regarding this tricky booking (I also have had great service from Viator on another reservation change later in this trip.
Yannick is a superb storyteller! He was recommended to us quite enthusiastically from a client, and we booked him to do full day tours of the Normandy D-Day landings, and of Mont St Michelle. He is an expert on the history of the area, and his passion and enthusiasm are evident in all of the details that he brought to life through his storytelling. Practically speaking, we had a group of 18 people to manage and he assisted us with every detail, from restaurant reservations for our lunch during the tour, to helping manage the flow of the group in crowded areas. He even arranged a special walk through the bay of Mont St Michelle with a park ranger- quite a highlight. Best of all, Yannick was so warm, engaging and entertaining that the long bus rides flew by. When we bring our next group to this area, we’ll definitely do more with Yannick and HQ Tours
This tour was amazing!! Yannick is an incredible guide, very knowledgeable and engaging. I highly recommend and would absolutely book another tour with HQ!!
Outstanding tour with Paul. He provided very knowledgeable information with interesting tidbits. He had wonderful maps and pictures of various sites and people that enhanced the experience. It was an all day experience that was enlightening despite the emotional and very sad details of what took place. He provided amble time to have lunch and to tour the museum. We started in Omaha beach and ended in Utah beach with a secret destination that was very moving. Paul was very passionate about the area which enhanced our experience. Would highly recommend. Beth from USA
Fantastic day! We booked the private full day British sector tour for our Dad’s 60th birthday. The aim was to follow in the footsteps of his Dad, who landed on Sword Beach. HQ massively surpassed our expectations. Mickael went above and beyond, doing loads of research into our granddad in advance so he could personalise the day. His expertise was seriously impressive, and on top of that, he’s great company to spend the day with. Couldn’t recommend more highly.
Fabulous historic knowledge, friemdly!
I highly recommend HQ Company Tours. They made the entire process easy, were professional, courteous, and had excellent communication skills. Our guide Yannick delivered an incredible experience and made our visit to Normandy extra special. The knowledge and passion he posses are contagious and he was such a joy to be around. We learned so much from him and appreciated his willingness to answer questions and customize our experience. We booked a two day tour (D-Day Normandy Beaches and Mont Saint Michel) and I can’t recommend it enough. It’s a must do if you want to visit Normandy. 10/10 recommend.
Thank you very much for this kind review. We will let Yannick know that you had a terrific time with him. We are pleased to see that you have enjoyed your experience at Mont Saint Michel and discovering the D Day sites. Hope to see you soon again!
A private best of D-day tour for seven. From the moment Gwen picked us up to the time he dropped us off, he shared a wealth of knowledge about WWII, the allies, the Germans, the battles and the people. Made it come alive for all of us. One of the best tours any of us have ever taken. Highly recommend if you want to learn about the events. Gwen also steered us to good restaurants and places to visit for the rest of our stay in Normandy.
From the moment Gwen picked us up, he shared interesting stories about the region and the different locations we visited. He connected the dots, answered all of our questions, helped really get a feel for WWII, d-day and beyond. Even after 8 hours, we were still intently listening to his stories. SO knowledgeable and we couldn’t have asked for more. Gwen also provided us with great recommendations for other Normandy areas to visit and restaurants to try out.
Yannick was an amazing guide for our private tour. He was knowledgeable, personable, and accommodating the entire time we were with him. I cannot describe in words how amazing this tour was. Day one was Monet and day two was the Normandy beach tour. I highly recommend the private tour with Yannick. He even made the tour desirable for our 7 year old daughter. You have to book with him if you want the complete experience.
