--- title: Normandy – FD – D-Day landing beaches url: https://www.loiresecrets.com/destinations/normandy-tours/d-day-landing-beaches-private-guided-tour/ lang: en_US type: page modified: 2026-09-26T16:29:49+01:00 --- # Normandy – FD – D-Day landing beaches > . D-Day landing beaches private guided tour in Normandy, France Discover major sites as Omaha Beach, Uthan Beach and the American Cemetery during this D-Day landing beaches private guided tour. Get your custom itinerary Explore the historic shores of Normandy… * . # D-Day landing beaches private guided tour in Normandy, France ## Discover major sites as Omaha Beach, Uthan Beach and the American Cemetery during this D-Day landing beaches private guided tour. [Get your custom itinerary](#Contact) Explore the historic shores of Normandy with your expert driver-guide, discovering the key sites and powerful stories that shaped the course of World War II. Live an emotional and memorable journey during this D-Day landing beaches private guided tour. Omaha Beach – ©Marie-Anaïs Thierry – Normandie Tourisme American military cemetery – © Valentin Pacaut / The Explorers Utah Beach ### Inspiration for this D-Day landing beaches private guided tour ### Fully customizable stay according to your preferences – Explore the major sites of the D-Day in Normandy – **We can customize your tour based on the nationality you want to follow**, or even tailor it to trace the path of a family member who fought on these beaches. – You will be accompanied by a **driver-guide who is an expert in the Normandy landing beaches**. **. ****Pick-up and Drop-off:** Your hotel or train station. . ***Omaha Beach and Utah Beach - Full Day Trace the footsteps of the American troops who landed in Normandy on June 6, 1944, to help liberate Europe. Visit **Omaha Beach**, where the 1st and 29th U.S. Infantry Divisions came ashore, and learn about the dramatic events of “Bloody Omaha.” Pay tribute at the nearby **American Cemetery**, the resting place of over 9,000 U.S. service members. Continue to **Pointe du Hoc** to explore the dramatic cliff-top battlefield seized by U.S. Rangers. In **Sainte-Mère-Église**, discover the story of the first town liberated by American paratroopers. At** Utah Beach**, hear how the 4th Infantry Division successfully landed under the leadership of Theodore Roosevelt Jr. The tour ends at **Angoville-au-Plain**, where two medics turned a church into a lifesaving aid station. A powerful overview of the American experience on D-Day, guided by experts. ****Best of D-Day sites - Full day This tour offers a **concise overview of the key World War II sites** in Normandy. Begin in **Arromanches** to see the remains of the Mulberry Harbor, the artificial port built by the Allies in June 1944. Continue to Longues-sur-Mer to explore one of the best-preserved** German gun batteries** of the Atlantic Wall. Walk along **Omaha Beach** and learn about the dramatic landings of June 6, 1944, before visiting major D-Day sites such as **Pointe du Hoc and the American Cemetery**. **An optional stop at the Overlord Museum** allows you to discover an exceptional collection of WWII artifacts and vehicles. An ideal tour to understand the scale and significance of the Normandy landings in one day. ****Band Of Brothers’ - Full Day Inspired by **Stephen Ambrose’s book and the acclaimed *Band of Brothers* miniseries**, this tour focuses on the story of Easy Company and its legendary leader, Lieutenant Richard “Dick” Winters. Explore the Normandy battlefields where soldiers of the 101st Airborne fought in June 1944. Begin at **Omaha Beach** to understand the brutal landings of the 1st and 29th U.S. Infantry Divisions, followed by a visit to the **American Cemetery** overlooking the shore. Continue to **Pointe du Hoc**, where U.S. Rangers scaled the cliffs to neutralize a German gun battery, then head to **Sainte-Mère-Église**, the first town liberated by American paratroopers. After lunch, follow in the footsteps of Easy Company at **Marmion Farm and the famous Brécourt Manor site**, where Winters led a decisive assault on German artillery. The tour concludes in **Carentan**, a key crossroads captured by Easy Company and featured prominently in the series. A must-see experience for *Band of Brothers* fans and World War II enthusiasts alike. ****British Area - Full Day Begin the tour at the legendary **Pegasus Bridge**, where British glider troops led by Major John Howard seized vital bridges in the opening minutes of D-Day, a mission made famous in *The Longest Day*. Visit the **Pegasus Memorial** to learn about the British 6th Airborne Division and see an original Horsa glider, then pay tribute at the **Ranville Commonwealth Cemetery**, final resting place of many airborne soldiers. Continue to **Sword Beach**, where the British 3rd Infantry Division landed and advanced toward Caen. In the afternoon, discover **Gold Beach**, site of the 50th Division landings, and hear the story of Stanley Hollis, the only Victoria Cross recipient on D-Day. The tour concludes at the **British Memorial in Ver-sur-Mer**, overlooking the sea, and in **Arromanches** with an explanation of the Mulberry Harbor, the remarkable artificial port built to support the Allied landings. ****Canadian Area - Full Day This tour follows the path of the Canadian 3rd Infantry Division during the D-Day landings. Begin at **Saint-Aubin-sur-Mer and Bernières-sur-Mer**, where Canadian units faced fierce resistance and suffered heavy losses on **Juno Beach**. Continue to **Courseulles-sur-Mer**, the most strongly defended sector, and visit the **Juno Beach Centre, the reference museum** dedicated to Canada’s role in World War II. Pay tribute at **Bény-sur-Mer Canadian Cemetery**, the final resting place of more than 2,000 soldiers. The tour then moves inland to **Tailleville**, scene of intense fighting, and to **Hell’s Corner**, where the Canadian advance halted on D-Day. Learn about the tragic events at the **Abbaye d’Ardenne**, where Canadian prisoners were executed by SS troops, and conclude in **Bretteville-l’Orgueilleuse**, where Canadian forces repelled repeated counterattacks. A moving and comprehensive overview of Canada’s sacrifice in Normandy. [Get your custom itinerary](#Contact) ### Essential Information ** Fully customizable stay according to your preferences ** High-quality, upscale accommodation ** Driver-guide or driver and guide – in a luxury vehicle ** English, French, Spanish, Portuguese… Utah Beach – ©Marie-Anaïs Thierry – Normandie Tourisme ### Highlights of the trip - **Customizable tour:** We can tailor the itinerary to suit the nationality you wish to follow (USA, Canada, UK, etc.). . - **Possibility to trace a soldier’s path:** If a member of your family fought in Normandy, it is possible to follow his footsteps. . - **An emotional journey:** You will explore stunning locations that are sadly known for the battles they witnessed. Omaha Beach ### Contact us to get your custom itinerary By submitting this form, you agree that Loire Secrets may use your information to respond to your enquiry. Please see our [Privacy Policy](https://www.loiresecrets.com/privacy-policy/) for more information.