Hassle-Free Normandy D-Day Shore Trip from Cherbourg Cruise Port

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Hassle-Free Normandy D-Day Shore Trip from Cherbourg Cruise Port

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Overview

Join our shared shore excursion, specially designed for cruise passengers docking in Cherbourg.

Travel in comfort aboard our modern bus, guided by a passionate expert who will bring history to life with fascinating insights and answers to your questions throughout the day. Explore iconic sites such as Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery, where you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the pivotal events of the D-Day landings.

This tour includes convenient pickup and drop-off directly at Cherbourg port, perfectly coordinated with your cruise schedule to ensure a timely return to your ship after a memorable day of exploration.

Please note that food options near the beaches are limited. We will make a stop at a local bakery for you to pick up refreshments, but you’re also welcome to bring your own meal—especially if you have specific dietary needs or preferences.

Activity location

Stena Line | Cherbourg
- Quai de Normandie
- 50100, Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, Normandie, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

Terminal croisière
- Allée du Président Menut
- 50100, Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, Normandie, France

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Private Tour from Port

8h
English

Private Tour : Private tour with English-speaking guide.
No Meals Included: Stop at a local bakery for fresh pastries or bread, but no time for a seated meal.
Private Car/ Van: Comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle reserved exclusively for your group, ensuring flexibility, privacy.

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time

Price details

£1,657.02 x 1 Adult£1,657.02

Total

Until Fri, 24 Oct

What's included, what's not

Stop at Local Bakery
Expert tour guide for the day
Pick-up and drop off at Cherbourg Port
Service charge
Time for seated meals.

Know before you book

Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
No meal provided. Stop at a local bakery for fresh pastries or bread, but no time for a seated meal.
In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Stena Line | Cherbourg

Your journey begins with a seamless pick-up in Cherbourg, where our experienced guide will meet you directly at the cruise port.

Sainte-Mere-Eglise

This town holds a significant place in history as one of the first liberated during D-Day in World War II. Famous for its iconic church, it draws visitors captivated by the storey of paratrooper John Steele, whose parachute became caught on the church steeple during the Allied invasion. We’ll stop at a local bakery so you can pick up some food, but you’re also welcome to bring your own meal—especially if you have specific dietary needs or restrictions.

Omaha Beach

One of the most poignant stops on this tour is Omaha Beach, famously known as "Bloody Omaha." As a primary landing site during the D-Day invasion of Normandy in World War II, it witnessed some of the fiercest fighting of the campaign. Today, the beach stands as a powerful tribute to the courage and sacrifices of the Allied forces in one of history’s most pivotal military operations. Visitors will have the chance to walk along the shoreline, reflect on the historic events, and pay their respects.

Normandy American Cemetery

Our next stop on this solemn journey is the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer. Nestled in peaceful surroundings, this sacred site is the final resting place for over 9,000 American soldiers who gave their lives during the Normandy invasion. As you walk among the perfectly aligned rows of white crosses and Stars of David, the scale of the sacrifice made by the Allies becomes deeply moving. Each marker represents a life tragically cut short in the fight for freedom—a powerful reminder of war’s profound cost. Pause for a moment of reflection at the Memorial Chapel, a dignified tribute to the fallen. Here, you can honour their bravery and selflessness. The meticulously maintained grounds and serene atmosphere offer a quiet space for contemplation and remembrance.

Pointe du Hoc

At the rugged cliffs of Pointe du Hoc, visitors are instantly transported to a defining moment of the D-Day landings during World War II. This strategic promontory, positioned between Utah and Omaha Beaches, served as a fortified German defence post, equipped with artillery batteries that posed a serious threat to Allied forces. On June 6, 1944, US Army Rangers courageously scaled the sheer 100-foot cliffs under relentless enemy fire to neutralize the position—a daring act of valour that was critical to the success of the Normandy invasion. Today, Pointe du Hoc stands as a powerful tribute to their heroism, with bomb craters, ruined bunkers, and a monument commemorating the Rangers’ sacrifice. Walking among these historic ruins, the profound weight of history is felt deeply, inviting reflection on the extraordinary bravery displayed here.

Stena Line | Cherbourg

As our memorable journey comes to a close, we will begin the drive back to Cherbourg, our final destination. Take this time to relax and reflect on the profound experiences and historical insights gained throughout the tour, while the beautiful Normandy landscapes unfold outside your window. During the return, allow yourself a moment to contemplate the significance of the D-Day landing sites and the extraordinary bravery of the American forces. Let the memories of these hallowed grounds, the stories of heroism, and the indomitable spirit of those who fought for freedom resonate deeply within you.

Location

Activity location

Stena Line | Cherbourg
- Quai de Normandie
- 50100, Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, Normandie, France

Meeting/Redemption Point

Terminal croisière
- Allée du Président Menut
- 50100, Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, Normandie, France

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