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As your cruise ship stop in Le Havre for the day, take the time to plan a visit to Monet House and Gardens in Giverny, and then continue on to Rouen, the capital and birthplace of Normandy, for an immersion in art and medieval history. A fair balance between free time and a gentle guidance if you so wish, Rouen’s historic centre is also packed with tempting shops and restaurants, and great weekly markets and you may also want to indulge yourselves in some of its numerous culinary temptations. Giverny will lure you with its art galleries, and while you will visit the gardens on your own - we provide fast entrance tickets - you can also ask us to accompany you in the village to show you the highlights. You will not feel rushed, and we know this excursion will be one of a kind in Normandy.

Treat yourself to a fantastic excursion to Versailles from your cruise stop in Le Havre. Relax while you admire the landscape along the Seine river and drive through Normandy to the Parisian suburbs. Enjoy a full 5 hours visiting the Chateau at your own pace, absorbing the beauty and extravagance of Louis the Fourteenth creation. We will have your tickets to facilitate your entrance, but book this tour sufficiently early to allow us to grant you quick access at your time slot and avoid queues. Late bookings may impact the waiting in line time.

This is one of the most complete Trip of Paris that you can think of...why compromise when you can afford the best? Paris is beautiful but it's challenging to visit Paris in a short period. Don't worry, just grab a ticket for our tour and all your stresses will disappear as an expert driver will be at your disposal for a panoramic tour of Paris . This trip takes you inside the palace of Versailles .We’re talking iconic Paris attractions like Louvre Museum, Eiffel tower, etc... The best way to explore this city is with a private vehicle. So just sit back, relax, and let the City of Light unfold before you. This is a panoramic tour and we cover a lot of attractions in a full day duration. We don't enter inside Louvre Museum or Notre Dame Cathedral and don't climb up the Eiffel Tower. There is no guide. Only driver will be with you who will stop at attractions and you will enjoy free time for photography

Visiting the landing beaches in Normandy to celebrate the 80th anniversary of D-Day offers a unique immersive and emotional experience, marked by real-scale historical reconstructions. These reconstructions, featuring actors in period outfits and using authentic equipment, allow visitors to visually and emotionally immerse themselves in the events of June 6, 1944. The day will include solemn commemorative ceremonies, enriching temporary exhibitions in the local museums, and the presence of international dignitaries, highlighting the global importance of this event. The atmosphere of this special day will offer you a deep connection to history and a moment of reflection on the values of peace and democracy. This experience is not only an opportunity for commemoration but also for education, with activities intended to raise awareness among all generations.

This tour, ideal for American nationals, delves into the history of the United States' involvement in Normandy during World War II. It begins at Sainte-Mère-l'Église, a key village for American paratroopers during the Landings, then at La Fière, a crucial battle site. The tour continues to Utah Beach, where American troops landed, and Omaha Beach, famous for the courage of the Allies, with an opportunity to walk and photograph the memorial. It also includes the Colleville-sur-Mer American Cemetery, a place of contemplation for fallen soldiers, and ends at Pointe du Hoc, a strategic point captured by American Rangers. This experience offers a unique perspective on the vital role of the United States in the liberation of Europe, combining historical and emotional understanding, and paying tribute to the heroes of freedom.

Aboard a comfortable 9-seater van, discover the Normandy landing beaches with a local guide. From Utah Beach to the Colleville-sur-Mer cemetery, via the areas where the American paratroopers landed, it's a real trip back in time to discover these historic and moving places while receiving many personal anecdotes. of Norman soldiers and civilians. The proposed route includes important sites of the landing, it is possible to modulate, shape your discovery, or other historical sites (Artificial port of Arromanches, Cambe Cemetery, Brécourt Battery, Longues-sur-Mer Battery. ..). The list of sites to visit is large, and this tour is completely flexible if you wish.

Aboard a comfortable 9-seater van, discover the Normandy landing beaches with a local guide. From Utah Beach to the Colleville-sur-Mer cemetery, via the areas where the American paratroopers landed, it's a real trip back in time to discover these historic and moving places while receiving many personal anecdotes. of Norman soldiers and civilians. The proposed route includes important sites of the landing, it is possible to modulate, shape your discovery, or other historical sites (Artificial port of Arromanches, Cambe Cemetery, Brécourt Battery, Longues-sur-Mer Battery. ..). The list of sites to visit is large, and this tour is completely flexible if you wish.

Follow me for the day in the steps of the American soldiers, in Pointe of Hoc, Omaha beach and the US Cemetery We will follow the historical and chronological itinerary of the American DDAY : you will discover the history of heroic soldiers, the memory of fighting in a land of sacrifice. During your tour you will be walking on concrete, gravel paths, on sand on grass and you will be in Normandy!! As a historian of the Second World War, as a person from this land, born in Normandy, I will give you the opportunity to live a unique experience at the meeting of the most famous squares but also less famous places and yet marked by the sacrifice of the heroes of 1944.

Your own driver-guide at disposal, providing knowledge of the area and giving you some free time is a unique way to discover the landing beaches. A museum is included in this tour. We will not rush you and will allow for plenty of liberty to explore the sites and take it in, take pictures, etc. The sites have been handpicked to optimize your time and allow you to grasp the scale of the DDay invasion while you walk in the footsteps of the American soldiers. You will have guide books inside the car at your disposal, including some for children if you travel with your little ones. This is a great way to make good use of the driving time while you are taken from site to site.

Giverny, where Claude Monet lived and worked, is one of the most popular day trips from Paris. Escape the crowds and simplify your trip with these pre-booked train and admission tickets. Discover the enchanting scenery that inspired France’s most renowned Impressionist painter—without the wait. Tour colorful flower gardens and get a peek at the site’s famous water lilies.

Follow me for the day in the steps of the American soldiers, the brave, from June 5, 1944 to June 6 1944! We will follow the historical and chronological itinerary of the American DDAY : you will discover the history of heroic soldiers, the memory of fighting in a land of sacrifice. During your tour you will be walking on concrete, gravel paths, on sand on grass and you will be in Normandy!! As a historian of the Second World War, as a person from this land, born in Normandy, I will give you the opportunity to live a unique experience at the meeting of the most famous squares but also less famous places and yet marked by the sacrifice of the heroes of 1944. We will share some questions about the memory of the DDAY.

Amazing opportunity to visit something different in Normandy during your cruise stop in Cherbourg. We will take you east to the coast known as val de Saire, superbly scenic landscapes while we drive to our first stop, the lighthouse where you may want to try climbing the 365 steps to the top. No other tour offers these stops, small villages and famous fishing harbours, the best mussels and oysters, and to conclude a museum before we head back to your ship. We guarantee an exclusive experience, off the beaten path, for those seeking something else.