Guided Tours

From Bayeux: Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches Guided Tour

Explore key Normandy D-Day sites on a small-group guided tour from Bayeux.

Visit Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, or Longues-sur-Mer Battery, and the Normandy American Cemetery.

Learn from an English-speaking local expert guide through live commentary at each historic site.

Travel comfortably by air-conditioned minivan or minibus with onboard PA commentary.

See powerful memorials, preserved wartime landmarks, and coastal sites tied to the Allied landings.

Small-group half-day tour

English-speaking D-Day guide

Guided tour of D-Day sites

AC minivan or minibus transport

Onboard PA system commentary

Meals and drinks

TOTAL DURATION4 hours 30 minutes - 5 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minibus
Start point
Place Québec, Bayeux
Get direction
30 min
1. Pointe du Hoc
At Pointe du Hoc, your guide will take you through one of the most dramatic D-Day assault sites, where U.S. Army Rangers scaled steep cliffs under enemy fire. You’ll see preserved German bunkers, bomb craters, and cliffside terrain as your guide explains the strategic importance of this position during the Normandy landings.
45 min by a/c minibus
2. Omaha Beach
15 min
3. Normandy American Cemetery
30 min
End point
Place Québec, Bayeux
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Last week
Arriving in Bayeux, I wanted a tour that would cover the essentials of Normandy’s D-Day history but not take up my whole day. This one really delivered. Being in a small group meant we weren’t lost in the shuffle, and our local guide spoke excellent English—she managed to answer all our questions without skipping a beat. Driving between Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the American Cemetery gave us a sense of how close (and how different) the sites were. The onboard PA commentary was a nice touch, so even while in the minibus, we were learning. At times, I felt the pace moved a bit quicker than I’d have liked, especially at Longues-sur-Mer, but I understand there’s only so much you can fit into four hours. Would absolutely recommend if you want a meaningful glimpse into WWII history without a full-day commitment.
3 weeks ago
I went solo on this Normandy excursion and ended up joining a small group of other travelers, which made for a really friendly vibe. Our guide was excellent at walking us through each site—he had a way of connecting historic facts to the people and stories behind them. The visit to Pointe du Hoc was incredible; never realized just how steep those cliffs were until I saw them in person. The transport was comfortable and the commentary clear, even for someone like me who isn’t a native English speaker. My only (minor) complaint is that the tour ended a little earlier than I expected, but it actually worked out for catching my evening train. Would definitely call this a highlight of my trip.
Last week
Took this D-Day tour with the whole family plus my brother’s kids, and everyone came away impressed. The guide gave us so much context at each stop, from the dramatic cliffs at Pointe du Hoc to the rows of white crosses at the cemetery. It felt respectful and educational for our teens, and the small group meant we could ask questions. The air-conditioned minibus was a blessing since the weather was warmer than expected. I do wish there had been a bit more time to explore on our own, especially at Omaha Beach, but otherwise, it was a solid, well-paced afternoon for a group like ours.
3 weeks ago
Visiting Pointe du Hoc, the American Cemetery, and Omaha Beach on this tour was such a learning experience. Our guide knew all the details and kept sharing stories that made the history feel real, adding insight about the soldiers’ actual experiences on D-Day. The whole vibe was way more interesting because of all the background info tied into what we were seeing. For the four hours we spent, and for what we paid, it really felt like a solid value and a meaningful look at such an important site.
Sep 2026
Vic (Victor) did an awesome job leading us—he mixed D-Day history and stories about William of Normandy, including info about the tapestry, which made it feel like two tours at once. I liked how he was open with everyone and took all sorts of questions from the group, not just about the war but even stuff like French films. He even gave us a ride to the Bayeux train station at the end. All in all, a really memorable trip for me and my family.

Explore Normandy’s key D-Day sites on a small-group half-day tour from Bayeux with an English-speaking local expert.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the designated point in Bayeux and look for the sign with the tour name and Ophorus logo. After a short introduction, board your air-conditioned minivan or minibus and set off through the Normandy countryside with onboard PA commentary.

What to expect

Pointe du Hoc or Longues-sur-Mer Battery

Visit Pointe du Hoc, where U.S. Army Rangers scaled the cliffs on June 6, 1944. If the site is inaccessible, your guide will take you to Longues-sur-Mer Battery, one of Normandy’s best-preserved German coastal defenses.

Omaha Beach

Walk along one of the most significant American landing beaches and learn about the battle, the soldiers who fought there, and the challenges of the D-Day assault.

Normandy American Cemetery

Visit the memorial grounds in Colleville-sur-Mer overlooking Omaha Beach, where more than 9,000 U.S. servicemen are honored.

Wrapping up

Your guide will drive you back to Bayeux at the end of the 4-hour tour.

What to bring

Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.

Additional information

Meet your guide at the designated meeting point in Bayeux.

Look for a sign with the tour name and Ophorus logo.

Pointe du Hoc may be replaced by Longues-sur-Mer Battery depending on site accessibility.

The tour lasts approximately 4 hours.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.