D-Day Landings in Normandy
The 6 June 1944 was a turning point in the Second World War with the Allied landings on the Normandy coast during Operation Overlord – the Invasion of mainland Europe. On what is our main WW2 Introductory Tour we see some of the most iconic D-Day locations and visit all the D-Day landing beaches along the Normandy coastline as well as seeing the site of the Pegasus Bridge glider landing, and where the ‘Band of Brothers’ fought near St. Mère Eglise. Understand D-Day as you overlook Bloody Omaha, or visit the bunkers at Juno Beach and realise that events on these battle sites are what have defined our modern world.
Tour Includes
- 3 or 4 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- Convenient local joining points
4 days from £499pp
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Local departure by coach, then to Caen in Normandy for a three-night stay.
Please note: On departures after 1st September 2026 we will not be able to visit the Pegasus Memorial Museum as it closes for a refurbishment until 2028.
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We begin at the moving Normandy American Cemetery overlooking Omaha Beach, and then visit the Overlord Museum, one of the best in Normandy. Later we go along the Omaha Beach area itself seeing memorials and bunkers, uncovering the real story of Saving Private Ryan and the reality of ‘Bloody Omaha’. With lunchtime in Sainte-Mère-Église, we then look at the Airborne operations around the town including the story of the ‘Band of Brothers’ and visit our final D-Day beach – Utah Beach. Here we see where some of the most successful landings on D-Day took place. We then visit the German Cemetery at La Cambe and finish our day at Bayeux War Cemetery.
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Return home.
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Local departure by coach, then to Caen in Normandy for a four-night stay.
Please note: On departures after 1st September 2026 we will not be able to visit the Pegasus Memorial Museum as it closes for a refurbishment until 2028.
Includes Breakfast
We begin at the moving Normandy American Cemetery overlooking Omaha Beach, and then visit the Overlord Museum, one of the best in Normandy. Later we go along the Omaha Beach area itself seeing memorials and bunkers, uncovering the real story of Saving Private Ryan and the reality of ‘Bloody Omaha’. With lunchtime in Sainte-Mère-Église, we then look at the Airborne operations around the town including the story of the ‘Band of Brothers’ and visit our final D-Day beach – Utah Beach. Here we see where some of the most successful landings on D-Day took place. We then visit the German Cemetery at La Cambe and finish our day at Bayeux War Cemetery.
Includes Breakfast
We move beyond D-Day and look at the fighting in the bocage countryside following a route via Tilly-sur-Seulles and Fontenay le Pesnel. Going along the ‘Scottish Corridor’, we visit Hill 112 with its Churchill Tank and Memorial Park. After lunchtime in Falaise, we see the ‘Corridor of Death’, used by the Germans to make their retreat in August 1944. At Mont Ormel we remember the Polish troops who fought here and end at Vimoutiers seeing a rare example of an original German Tiger Tank, abandoned nearby in 1944.
Includes Breakfast
Return home
Includes Breakfast
YOUNG ADULTS DISCOUNT - Many young adults travel on school visits to the battlefields but sharing historical experiences with all generations of a family can be rewarding. To help families travel together we are pleased to offer a 50% discount on selected dates, please see departure dates for more details.
HOTEL CARLINE CAEN NORD - EVENING MEAL PACKAGE - Available to pre-book when staying at the Hotel Carline Caen Nord
| 4-Day Tour (2 meals) | From £54 per person |
| 5-Day Tour (3 meals) | From £81 per person |
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Accommodation
You will stay for three or four nights at the 3-star Carline Caen Nord, 3-star Sure by Best Western Caen Memorial Hotel, 3-star Ibis Falaise - Coeur de Normandie, 3-star Ibis Caen Porte de Bretagne.
Due to demand, we may also use the Balladins Caen Memorial Saint Contest or Ibis Styles Ouistreham or similar.
Ibis Styles Ouistreham
Situated in central Ouistreham, the Ibis Styles Ouistreham is just 6 minutes’ walk from the beach and the fishing harbour. The beaches of Ouistreham were codenamed Sword Beach during the WW2 Normandy Landings.
Hotel Facilities
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General
- 3 Star
- English Speaking Staff
- Guest Lounge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
- Central Location
Room
- TV
- Hairdryer
- Extra Pillows and Blankets
- Safe Box
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Shower or Bath
- Telephone
- Free Wifi
Accessibility
- Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
- Disabled Rooms Available
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Rooms on Request
Service
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Iron at Reception
- Dog Friendly (selected rooms)
Transport
- Bus Stop Nearby
Food & Drink
- Vegetarian Meals On Request
- Gluten Free Meals on Request
Hotel
- English Speaking Staff
- Guest Lounge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
- WiFi Available
Carline Caen Nord
The Carline Caen Nord Hotel is set in a flowery surrounding with a garden in the area of Caen. The hotel is close to the D-Day landing beaches and the William the Conquer historical town. The hotel facilities include a lounge, a bar, a restaurant and Wi-Fi in public areas.
Hotel Facilities
Need further information? Fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you as soon as we can
General
- English Speaking Staff
- Guest Lounge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
Room
- TV
- Hairdryer on Request
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Shower
- Telephone
- Free Wifi
Service
- Safe Box in Reception
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Iron at Reception
Accessibility
- Fridge Available for Medical Requirements
- Disabled Rooms Available
- Wheelchair Access
- Ground Floor Rooms on Request
Food & Drink
- Vegetarian Meals
- Gluten Free Menu
- Lactose or Dairy Free Menu
Transport
- Bus Stop Nearby
Hotel
- English Speaking Staff
- Guest Lounge
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Lift
- WiFi Available
Travel Options
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- Single Seats Offering privacy and comfort, single seats are perfect for solo travellers who prefer a little more personal space.
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Face-to-Face Seats
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Luxuria Features
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Recline in spacious, ergonomically designed, armchair-style seating with generous legroom and experience a refined sense of luxury, crafted exclusively for your relaxation.
Stay connected
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Silver Service
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- Designed for Socialising A stylish and spacious rear lounge offers a sophisticated and private place to unwind, where conversation flows easily and friendships are made along the journey.
- Privacy Board An innovative privacy screen creates a calm retreat away from the rest of the coach, giving you the choice to enjoy quiet seclusion while you socialise with fellow passengers.
- Tables with Cup Holders Thoughtfully designed cabinets with secure cup holders mean refreshments are always within easy reach, adding both practicality and polish to your travel experience.
Silver Service Features
Deluxe design
Specially designed, luxurious seats enhanced with leather headrests deliver superior support, blending comfort with a premium finish.
Space to stretch out
Enjoy the luxury of generous legroom that goes far beyond standard coach travel, giving you the freedom to settle in with ease and stretch out fully.
Spacious rear lounge
Designed for socialising, the spacious rear lounge offers a stylish retreat with privacy screens, handy tables and cup holders – perfect for relaxing, chatting and enjoying the journey.
Thoughtful touches that make a difference
A carefully maintained interior climate and soft ambient lighting ensure the coach always feels comfortable, welcoming and perfectly suited for a relaxing journey.
Executive
All of our Executive coaches are modern and comfortable, and you can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expertly-trained coach crews. Features include:
- Air conditioning, so you can stay cool throughout your journey
- Reclining seats that let you sit back and enjoy the rolling views
- Arm and footrests, designed for extra support
- Servery of cold and hot drinks delivered to your seat (depending on your tour and duration)
- An onboard toilet for peace of mind and convenience
- Overhead lights, so you can read whenever you choose
- Tinted windows and curtains that allow you to completely relax with privacy
Reviews
Reviews
Quality
4.5 / 5
Value for Money
4.5 / 5
Tony McCarron, 2 years ago
Excellent tour which visits many interesting D-Day sites, beaches,memorials, museums and locations.
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Tony, 2 years ago
Another really moving experience, our guide ( Mark ) was excellent again, he has obviously done a lot of work to research the history of the sites we visited, his additional information provided a really informative insight into just how the brave folk who were there in the war must have felt. The tour provided a really good balance of in field experiences visiting the sites of interest, balanced with museums that show a slice of history close up. There is a lot of information to take in, but it is certainly an invaluable addition to the basic history we were taught in school, it really ought to be on the list of “ to do “ for anyone interested in history.
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david, 2 years ago
really enjoyed the trip. coach was good driver John looked after us tour guide Ben was excellent so much detail BRILLIANT 👍
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Tony McCarron, 2 years ago
Superb trip with plenty of engaging sights to visit, possessing lots of pertinent battlefield history.
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Helen Barron, 2 years ago
Educational, moving and emotional. Absolutely brilliant few days. Well looked after from start to finish from the first pick up to the drop off home. The tour guides were knowledgeable and the tours themselves were amazing. Enjoyed every single minute. The coach was comfortable. Will be looking to go on another tour next year with Leger. Highly recommend.
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Roy Davies, 2 years ago
Well delivered and informative guide,interesting subject.
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