Day Trip To Utah & Omaha D-Day Beaches

Visit some of the key sites linked to the Allied landing operations that marked the turning point of WWII in Europe

Relive the dramatic events of June 6th, 1944, on this immersive full-day tour of Normandy’s most significant American D-Day sites. As you journey along the iconic coastline with a knowledgeable guide, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the courage, chaos, and sacrifice that defined the Allied invasion of Nazi-occupied France, an operation that marked the beginning of the end of World War II in Europe.

Your experience begins at Sainte-Mère-Église, the first town liberated by American paratroopers in the early hours of D-Day. Visit the Airborne Museum, where immersive exhibits honor the men of the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions. Through personal stories, historic artifacts, and even a B-26 Marauder bomber, you’ll learn how these elite soldiers paved the way for the amphibious landings that followed.

Continue to Utah Beach, where the first wave of American troops landed under intense enemy fire. Unlike at Omaha, the landings here were relatively successful, thanks to tactical adjustments and strong leadership. The museum on-site offers powerful insights into the operation, with everything from tanks and landing craft to wartime footage and personal accounts.

Next, stand atop the windswept cliffs of Pointe du Hoc, where U.S. Army Rangers carried out a heroic climb to dismantle a heavily fortified German artillery position. The ground remains scarred by massive bomb craters, a stark reminder of the ferocity of the assault.

Your journey continues to Omaha Beach, where Allied forces faced the deadliest resistance. Here, the sheer bravery of the American troops overcame near-impossible odds, and the beach became one of the most symbolic battlefields of the war.

The day concludes at the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, overlooking the sands of Omaha. With its 9,386 perfectly aligned white crosses and Stars of David, the cemetery is a moving tribute to those who gave their lives for freedom. You'll have time to walk the grounds, reflect at the memorial, and explore the visitor center, where compelling exhibits deepen your understanding of the campaign’s human cost and global impact.

This unforgettable tour is not just a journey through history, it’s a heartfelt tribute to the heroes who changed the course of the 20th century.