About this tour
A two-day private tour exploring Normandy's artistic and military heritage. Day one takes you to Monet's Giverny gardens, then through Rouen's medieval centre and cathedral before settling into Bayeux. Day two focuses on the D-Day landing sites—Omaha Beach, the American cemetery, Pointe du Hoc, and the Mulberry Harbour—alongside German and British positions. Your own driver-guide navigates between locations, leaving you free to absorb each stop.
Highlights
- Monet's Giverny gardens and water lily paintings
- Rouen Cathedral and half-timbered old town
- Overnight in Bayeux, heart of Normandy
- Omaha Beach and American military cemetery
- Pointe du Hoc clifftop ranger assault site
- Churchill's Mulberry artificial harbour remains
- Private vehicle and dedicated guide throughout
What to expect
You'll spend day one driving northwest from Paris through the Seine valley, stopping first at Giverny to explore the gardens Monet painted obsessively. Rouen's cathedral and timber-framed streets follow—manageable on foot with your guide. You'll sleep in Bayeux, a handsome medieval town that survived bombing. Day two is sobering: you'll visit several D-Day beaches and military sites across the Normandy coast. Expect windswept shorelines, cemetery grounds, and bunker remains. Your guide contextualises each location. The pace is unhurried; you're not rushing between ten sites daily.
Good to know
Bring appropriate weather gear—Normandy coast is exposed. Entrance fees and meals are separate costs. The hotel (roughly €150 per room) is pre-booked but paid directly to reception on morning two. Infant seats and strollers require advance notice. All fitness levels suit this tour; walking is gentle rather than strenuous.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.