Normandy Remembered: Paris and the Landing Beaches
Discover the historical heart of France on a journey from Paris to Normandy. Stand where Allied forces landed, walk Bayeux’s medieval streets, and visit Monet’s gardens and Mont Saint-Michel. With guided visits to Versailles, coastal towns, and D-Day memorials, your Destination Expert ensures each stop is purposeful and tailored to your interests.
- Duration
- 9 days, 8 nights
- Route
- Paris · Bayeux
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $9,730 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Explore Paris’ highlights, from Notre Dame to the Louvre, with your private guide.
- Walk Omaha Beach, tracing the heroic D-Day landings of WWII’s pivotal battles.
- Pay tribute to fallen soldiers at the American Cemetery, where thousands of soldiers rest.
- Marvel at Mont Saint-Michel, the medieval island abbey rising dramatically from the sea.
- Wander Monet’s gardens in Giverny, a picturesque visit arranged by your Destination Expert.
Every day, already yours.
Get In and Get Some Rest
For your added comfort, a Meet & Greet assistant will be waiting for you outside of airport customs, holding a sign with your name on it. They will help you to co-ordinate meeting up with your private driver and accompany you to your accommodation.
- Airport Meet & Greet - Private
- Private Airport Transfer
- France Welcome Package
- Self-Guided: A Taste of Paris
See the Signature Sights in Style
With your private guide and driver, embark on a half-day exploration into the history of Paris, while witnessing must-see highlights of the City of Lights . Make your way to Ile de la Cite, where the medieval city was focused, and home to the cathedral of Notre Dame, one of the most famous Catholic churches in the world.
- City Tour (5 hrs) - Private
- Optional: Jazz Evening at Cafe Laurent
Cross an Item off the Bucket List
Enjoy a half-day visiting the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Palace of Versailles, traveling in a private car with an English-speaking guide. This magnificent Baroque palace is known to the world as a symbol of civilization and pleasure. Dating back to 1038, the Palace of Versailles was once the official residence of the Kings of France from 1682 until 1790.
- Palace of Versailles (5 hrs) - Private Tour
En Route
Art, nature and timeless beauty converge as you depart by private vehicle for a transfer to Bayeux, making a detour en route to discover the quaint commune of Giverny, most often associated with renowned French Impressionist painter Claude Monet.
- Paris to Bayeux via Giverny & Monet's Gardens (6 hrs)
Lest We Forget
Step back into history on a captivating full-day tour to Normandy's hallowed D-Day Beaches, where the valor of the Allies during World War II comes to life. June 6, 1944, etched into history as "The Longest Day," is a saga of courage and sacrifice that traces across these iconic shores. Depart from your hotel and embark on a journey through time.
- World War II - US Sites with Omaha Beach (9 hrs) - Private Tour
Explore with an Expert
Step into history and immerse yourself in the world of William the Conqueror, the legendary Duke who forever altered the course of England's history. This captivating day-long exploration, alongside a private driver-guide, unveils his medieval realm through the very places that shaped his remarkable legacy. Starting in Caen, walk in the footsteps of this resolute leader. Begin with his magnificent medieval castle, a testament to his vision.
- The Historic Cities of Bayeux & Caen (8 hrs) - Private Tour
A Sight To Behold
Set out on a full-day excursion to one of the most visited sites in all of France - the majestic Mont Saint Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dating back to the year 708 AD, the abbey of Mont Saint Michel was one of the major pilgrimage destinations in medieval Christendom. The architecture is stunning, the location magical, and the village is one of the quaintest in the country.
- Majestic Mont Saint-Michel (8 hrs) - Private Tour
A Change of Scenery
History, architectural heritage, and small-town charm intertwine as you travel with your private driver to Paris, stopping en route to discover the picturesque harbor town of Honfleur. Nestled along the Normandy coast, Honfleur has long been celebrated as a haven for artists, with its scenic ,idyllic harbor serving as a muse for the likes of Claude Monet and Eugene Boudin.
- Bayeux to Paris via Historic Honfleur (6 hrs) - Private Transfer
Pack Your Bags
Meet your private driver and vehicle for an airport transfer. Note: Driver may not speak English.
- Private Airport Transfer
Where you will wake up.
Hotel Pont Royal
Located amid the stylish Saint-Germain des Prés area, Pont Royal is home to a long literary tradition. By choosing the heart of Saint-Germain des Prés, you immerse yourself in literary and artistic Paris. Take a stroll through the small side streets, where the best art galleries are found.
La Villa Lara
Just opposite the 11th century Bayeux Cathedral, the luxurious La Villa Lara boutique hotel provides a chic but casual atmosphere, in the heart of Bayeux's historic center.