Efficient Tour of Key Normandy Sites

10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Make the most of your time ashore with this well-organized D-Day tour from Le Havre, built for cruise passengers with a tight schedule. Travel by modern, air-conditioned bus and visit key World War II landmarks—including Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, and more—with a knowledgeable local guide. The tour includes round-trip port pickup and drop-off, with every stop carefully timed to avoid delays and ensure an on-time return to your ship. A packed lunch is included to keep the day running smoothly, so you can focus on the experience—not the logistics. Efficient, informative, and cruise-friendly from start to finish.

What's Included

Homemade packed lunch including a baguette, water, and small dessert
Pick-up and drop off in Le Havre
Private Tour (If option selected)
D-Day Shore Excursion from Le Havre
Other food and drinks
Gratuities
Private Tour (if option not selected)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Cruise Terminal Le Havre

When you step off your cruise ship, head outside the cruise terminal. Our hosts wait outside the security gates with a sign VEXPERIO. Please note: we do NOT meet at the parking lot directly next to the cruise ships. Please head outside the security gate - it is about a 3-minute walk, 1000ft / 300m.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cruise Terminal Le Havre

    Easy Pickup in Le Havre Your day begins with a prompt pickup directly at your cruise port or hotel in Le Havre. A professional, English-speaking guide will greet you and escort you to a modern, air-conditioned bus. As you begin the drive, your guide will give a brief overview of Normandy’s role in WWII and what to expect during the day.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2
    La Cambe German War Cemetery

    German War Cemetery Your first stop is the German Cemetery. Surrounded by peaceful greenery, this site reflects the losses of WWII from all sides. Your guide will explain its importance in the D-Day story, helping you gain quick, meaningful insight into the historical context.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Pointe du Hoc Next, you'll visit Pointe du Hoc, a key D-Day location where U.S. Rangers scaled 100-foot cliffs under enemy fire. Today, the bomb craters and damaged bunkers remain untouched. It’s a stop that offers both historical impact and a chance for photos, with minimal walking required.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Omaha Beach & Lunch Then it’s on to Omaha Beach, one of the most intense landing points during the invasion. Your guide will explain the events while you walk along the shore. During this stop, you’ll receive a pre-packed lunch, including a baguette sandwich, dessert, and bottled water, prepared for convenience so you can eat without delay.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Normandy American Cemetery

    American Cemetery Next, visit the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer. With over 9,000 graves, it’s one of the most moving stops of the day. You'll have time to see the chapel and walk briefly among the rows of headstones. Your guide will be nearby for context, but the pacing allows time to reflect quietly if you choose.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Return to Le Havre After a full but well-paced tour, you’ll return to your coach for the drive back to Le Havre. Your guide will ensure you arrive back at the ship on schedule, with time to spare. There’s no need to worry—everything has been timed with your cruise itinerary in mind.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Shore Excursions Company

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Shore Excursions
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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