DAY TRIPS · PARIS
Good beach day trips in Paris sell out weeks ahead and the best ones go first. Below: the 5 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of a small-group Normandy D-Day trip from Paris, covering Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, the American Cemetery, museum, lunch, and cider tasting.
“The local tour operator was very knowledgeable, building the day around a cohesive narrative, culminating in a powerful and moving end. The coach was comfortable.”
Review of the Normandy D-Day Beaches day trip from Paris, with Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, the American Cemetery, Arromanches, and Juno Beach.
“The American speaking group got a van ride and not a big Coach. Sometimes it was hard to hear the tour guide in the van. The guide sometimes didn’t make sure the group stayed with him. He would walk ahead with the van. The company still allowed the booking on new years. Most stores and places were closed. So that was half our fault to assume it would be open.”
Review of a small-group Normandy D-Day tour from Paris, covering Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, and Overlord Museum.
“Visiting Normandy was so incredible. What was a major disappointment was the experience of our ride and driver. This tour was an all day tour. We were picked up very early in the morning in Paris and driven to Normandy. I believe 2 hours maybe 2.5 in travel to Normandy. Our guide offered no information on what we were visiting, basically he was just a driver. We were 6 in total in a very uncomfortable van. We made a quick stop to use the toilets prior to arriving to the cemetery. A stop for lunch was supposed to be included and the restaurant we did stop at was closed and…”
Review of a small-group Normandy day trip from Paris, visiting Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, and Overlord Museum.
“Regis was an exceptional tour guide—truly one of a kind. His deep knowledge of French, military, and world history is nothing short of remarkable. What a gift it was to learn from him. Not only is he incredibly informative, but he's also a fantastic conversationalist. Our family was completely captivated throughout the entire tour. It was, without a doubt, the best historical tour we've ever experienced. We can't recommend it highly enough!”
Review of a private Normandy D-Day tour from Paris, with hotel pickup, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the American Cemetery.
“Absolutely amazing experience. Christian was the greatest. This trip brings history to life in a way no movie could show.”
A boat, a castle, a waterfall or a very long lunch.
