Full-Day Private D-Day to Saint Lô Tour in Normandy
Overview
Follow in the footsteps of the 29th Infantry Division from Omaha Beach to their most important objective in the first phase of Operation Overlord: the crossroads town of Saint Lô.
Throughout the day (on route, as well as on location) you will learn about the various units of the 29th Division, their roles, objectives, battles, and achievements in the largest military operation in history.
The route follows all three regiments of the division, from the beach through the marshes and the dreaded hedgerow countryside.
Throughout the day (on route, as well as on location) you will learn about the various units of the 29th Division, their roles, objectives, battles, and achievements in the largest military operation in history.
The route follows all three regiments of the division, from the beach through the marshes and the dreaded hedgerow countryside.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Private transportation
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Omaha Beach, Avenue de la Liberation, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer France
We will visit the part of the beach that was depicted in the opening scenes of the film Saving Private Ryan: here is where the heaviest casualties on D-Day were suffered amongst the men of the Blue and Gray. We will also visit the location where Brigadier-General Norman ‘Dutch’ Cota’s leadership and inspiration were instrumental in breaking through the German defenses.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Cimetiere Militaire Allemand de La Cambe, Les Noires Terres, 14230 La Cambe France
Just outside this village a few days after its liberation, a provisional US cemetery was created. A large number of troops of the 29th Infantry Division were buried here in the months to follow. Since 1954 it has been a German cemetery.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Isigny-sur-Mer, Isigny-sur-Mer, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
The first major hurdle to link up with the 101st Airborne Division near Carentan in the Utah Sector, this town was taken by the 175th Infantry Regiment and 747th Tank Battalion.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Canchy, Canchy, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
A surprise tactical move by the 115th Infantry Regiment secured a vital break in the German lines, allowing the 29th to expand their beachhead.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Cartigny l'Epinay, Cartigny l'Epinay, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
The 2nd Battalion of the 115th Regiment got caught here in an ambush, which was to have a major effect on the Regiment for the days to come.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Saint-Clair-sur-l'Elle, Saint-Clair-sur-l'Elle, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
Crossing the river Elle was a vital step in the advance towards Saint Lô. You will see the difficult terrain the soldiers of the 115th and 116th regiment had to cross and how the battles for the bridges across the river were so costly.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Villiers-Fossard, Villiers-Fossard, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
At Hill 102 we focus on the 175th Infantry Regiment’s heroic stand. It became known as Purple Heart Hill.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Bellefontaine, Bellefontaine, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
Site of a counter attack by German Paratroopers against the 115th Regiment.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Saint-Lo, Saint-Lo, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
A Taskforce was formed to smash through the German defence and secure this strategic crossroads town once and for all on 18 July 1944. We will follow their route and visit the town that became known as the Capital of Ruins.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Omaha Beach, Avenue de la Liberation, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer France
We will visit the part of the beach that was depicted in the opening scenes of the film Saving Private Ryan: here is where the heaviest casualties on D-Day were suffered amongst the men of the Blue and Gray. We will also visit the location where Brigadier-General Norman ‘Dutch’ Cota’s leadership and inspiration were instrumental in breaking through the German defenses.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Cimetiere Militaire Allemand de La Cambe, Les Noires Terres, 14230 La Cambe France
Just outside this village a few days after its liberation, a provisional US cemetery was created. A large number of troops of the 29th Infantry Division were buried here in the months to follow. Since 1954 it has been a German cemetery.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Isigny-sur-Mer, Isigny-sur-Mer, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
The first major hurdle to link up with the 101st Airborne Division near Carentan in the Utah Sector, this town was taken by the 175th Infantry Regiment and 747th Tank Battalion.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Canchy, Canchy, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
A surprise tactical move by the 115th Infantry Regiment secured a vital break in the German lines, allowing the 29th to expand their beachhead.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Cartigny l'Epinay, Cartigny l'Epinay, Calvados, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
The 2nd Battalion of the 115th Regiment got caught here in an ambush, which was to have a major effect on the Regiment for the days to come.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Saint-Clair-sur-l'Elle, Saint-Clair-sur-l'Elle, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
Crossing the river Elle was a vital step in the advance towards Saint Lô. You will see the difficult terrain the soldiers of the 115th and 116th regiment had to cross and how the battles for the bridges across the river were so costly.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Villiers-Fossard, Villiers-Fossard, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
At Hill 102 we focus on the 175th Infantry Regiment’s heroic stand. It became known as Purple Heart Hill.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Bellefontaine, Bellefontaine, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
Site of a counter attack by German Paratroopers against the 115th Regiment.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Saint-Lo, Saint-Lo, Manche, Basse-Normandie, Normandy
A Taskforce was formed to smash through the German defence and secure this strategic crossroads town once and for all on 18 July 1944. We will follow their route and visit the town that became known as the Capital of Ruins.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Additional information
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- This tour is not suitable for children under the age of 8.
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Travelers are required to wear masks on board the van. I am fully vaccinated and carry spare masks and sanitizer on board, as well as a first aid kit.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
E774OManneg
August 2022
This was a very special time for my extended family due to our uncle's D-Day experiences. Mike not only led the tour for ~ 50 people but he made all the arrangements to make this trip perfect for all our needs. We cannot thank him enough! The William Joseph McGowan family and friends
This was a very special time for my extended family due to our uncle's D-Day experiences. Mike not only led the tour for ~ 50 people but he made all the arrangements to make this trip perfect for all our needs. We cannot thank him enough! The William Joseph McGowan family and friendsEveLeSauvage
August 2021
I went in this tour with the rest of my family and it was absolutely incredible! We went to Pegasus Bridge first and went to the British and Canadian beaches, finishing off with a visit to the Bayeux War Cemetery. Our tour guide was called Mike and he was wonderful to talk to as well as giving us...
I went in this tour with the rest of my family and it was absolutely incredible! We went to Pegasus Bridge first and went to the British and Canadian beaches, finishing off with a visit to the Bayeux War Cemetery. Our tour guide was called Mike and he was wonderful to talk to as well as giving us loads of interesting bits of history that we wouldn’t have known about!K3329ZBmarkw
October 2021
Reviewed by Mark and Linda Watson [email protected] If you have wanted to go to Normandy now is the time. Go Now! There are no crowds and France has an excellent Covid program in place. Mike@alliedvictorytours is an excellent tour guide. This review has 2 parts describing the wonderful visit w...
Reviewed by Mark and Linda Watson [email protected] If you have wanted to go to Normandy now is the time. Go Now! There are no crowds and France has an excellent Covid program in place. Mike@alliedvictorytours is an excellent tour guide. This review has 2 parts describing the wonderful visit we had with Mike and Deborah van den Dobbelsteen. The private guide through the American zone Normandy landings was excellent. Mike tailored the experience to match my interest in following the 29th Infantry Regiment from the landing on Omaha Beach through the bocage obstacles to St Lô. Also 4th Div at Utah Beach including 82nd and 101st landing sites and memorials. He was well informed about every significant and out of the way site and included narrative describing the actions and terrain we visited. This included specific German bunkers and 29th individual and company fighting locations on the ground. We visited many of the unit action memorials and associated churches. Mike provided a full service tour including a comfortable van. You will be very happy at the end of your visit to the American sectors when you choose Mike as your guide. Part two is our stay at the vintage B&B operated by Mike and his wife Deborah. From the moment you are greeted by Deborah at the doorway you are invited into their world of life in WW2. You will not find more gracious hosts to provide for your comfort and food. My wife cannot say enough to describe the joy she felt in their remodeled stone farmhouse and out buildings including garden, museum and a dedicated memorial site. The bedrooms and bathrooms were appointed with modern features but the highlight was the decor dedicated to the soldiers who specifically fought around their property which borders on the famous Elle river crossing. Deborah tailored our wonderful breakfast and lunch to meet our schedule and dietary needs. The fresh eggs from a neighbor added a special treat. The B&B is located centrally between the beaches and St Lô. You will be as happy with a night or longer stay as we were in this lovely family B&B. Regards - Mark & Linda Watson473jeanettee
July 2023
We had an excellent time with Mike who is very knowledgeable about any aspect of WW2 and we learned a lot about the logistics and strategy
We had an excellent time with Mike who is very knowledgeable about any aspect of WW2 and we learned a lot about the logistics and strategyScenic65526235410
April 2023
Mike was absolutely great... He was very informative, extremely pleasant with a great sense of humor.
Mike was absolutely great... He was very informative, extremely pleasant with a great sense of humor.Megan L
October 2022
Mike was an excellent guide and made for a truly memorable and knowledgable D-Day experience. I was honored to get to retrace the footsteps of my grandfather on D-Day and the weeks and battle he fought aftterwords. He has a wealth of expertise and provided an excellent overall tour experience. Hi...
Mike was an excellent guide and made for a truly memorable and knowledgable D-Day experience. I was honored to get to retrace the footsteps of my grandfather on D-Day and the weeks and battle he fought aftterwords. He has a wealth of expertise and provided an excellent overall tour experience. Highly recommend!!