Our most recommended things to do in Calvados Region

Deauville: Private Guided Tour by Vintage Sidecar

1. Deauville: Private Guided Tour by Vintage Sidecar

Discover the best of the historic town of Deauville during a private guided tour onboard a vintage sidecar. Embrace the fresh air and hear about the history and the anecdotes of the area, its architecture, Deauville’s way of life, and the secrets known only from its inhabitants. Start your visit just in front of Deauville’s tourist office, or if you prefer, be picked up at your hotel in Deauville or Trouville.

From Paris: Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches Full-Day Tour

2. From Paris: Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches Full-Day Tour

Enjoy an unforgettable day trip from Paris, and visit the Normandy Landing Beaches, where the outcome of changed World War II and the future of Europe forever. Learn about the dramatic events of 6 June 1944, with round-trip minibus transfers from Paris. Drive through the Normandy countryside to discover some of the most significant sites of the campaign. During the day, go to Omaha Beach, see the German Bunkers, visit Operation Overlord Museum, and travel to Pointe du Hoc. Gaze in wonder at more than 10,000 white crosses that mark the fallen soldiers in the American Cemetery. Listen as your guide brings the battlefields to life, telling unique stories of the soldiers who fought and died to put an end to Hitler’s plans for Europe and the world.

Bayeux: American D-Day Sites in Normandy Half-Day Tour

3. Bayeux: American D-Day Sites in Normandy Half-Day Tour

Meet your guide at Place de Québec and then begin your D-Day exploration adventure, retracing history as you uncover the day of June 6, 1944. The first stop of the tour is Omaha beach, where the deadliest landings of the day took place. From your guide, learn about the landings here and the soldiers who risked their lives. After Omaha, visit the US military cemetery for the chance to pay respect and honor the soldiers of World War ll. The tour continues to Pointe du Hoc next, a breathtaking cliff offering lunar landscapes and a magnificent viewpoint over the English Channel. The site was built as a key point of the Atlantic Wall by the Germans because it was the highest point between the Omaha beach and provided a great observation spot to notice any arrivals from the sea. Tailor your half-day experience to your meet interest and schedule.

Paris: Normandy D-Day Beaches Guided Day Trip with Lunch

4. Paris: Normandy D-Day Beaches Guided Day Trip with Lunch

Explore the beautiful Normandy countryside on a fully guided day trip of the D-Day landing sites, and discover the rich traditions of Normandy at a typical cider and Calvados farm. The tour departs Paris for the historical battlefields and landing beaches along the coast, including the Utah Beach Museum, housed in an original German bunker on the very beach where the first American troops landed. Learn about the complicated planning behind Operation Overlord, and hear touching stories of ordinary men and women whose actions shaped the face of Europe as it is known today. The museum also offers unparalleled views over Utah Beach and is home to one of the only remaining B-26 airplanes in the world. Enjoy a Norman-style lunch of freshly prepared seasonal produce in a restaurant overlooking the port of Grandcamp Maisy. Next, stop at a traditional cider-making orchard, and taste the ciders and Calvados (apple brandy) typical to the region in a 17th-century barn. After that, travel to the Pointe du Hoc to see the German cliff-top defense that was heroically taken by US Rangers during the D-Day landings. Overlooking the English Channel, the site remains much as it was over half a century ago, with original German fortifications and the crater scars of bombs. Pay your respects at the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer, located on a bluff overlooking Omaha Beach. Theodore Roosevelt, Jr., son of President Roosevelt, and a Medal of Honor recipient, is buried here, along with almost 10,000 soldiers.

Pont-l'Évêque: Calvados Experience Entry with Tastings

5. Pont-l'Évêque: Calvados Experience Entry with Tastings

Set in the oldest Calvados Maison, Calvados Père Magloire, your visit to the Calvados Experience will take you on an immersive and interactive journey of the history of Normandy as it intertwines with the history of Calvados. Finish your tour with a tasting of the appellation controlled apple brandy. During your experience, you will live the history of Normandy, from the Vikings until now. Learn more about the humble apple, the origin of Calvados, and its production throughout the centuries. This is a fully immersive experience and you will see, hear, feel, smell along the tour. After, enjoy a tasting of the exquisite drink and understand how it has become culinary heritage. At the end of your tour, you will also have the opportunity to purchase from the superb collection of Calvados brands available.

Dunkirk: Operation Dynamo and Battlefield of Dunkirk Tour

6. Dunkirk: Operation Dynamo and Battlefield of Dunkirk Tour

From May 26 to 4 June 1940, Dunkirk was the theatre of the largest evacuation effort in military history: 338 000 Allied soldiers were evacuated on a flotilla of more than 800 ships. Discover the incredible story of Operation Dynamo with our exclusive ‘Dynamo Tour’, a trip back in time which pays tribute to all the allied soldiers involved in the operation and who created ‘The Dunkirk Spirit’, a symbol of hope and resistance. During a pleasant tour on board your coach (or your car if you choose the individual VIP tour), which will drive around Dunkirk, our guide will introduce you to the unmissable sites of Operation Dynamo. It will also lead you on the tracks of the shooting of the movie ‘Dunkirk’ directed by Christopher Nolan, released in July 2017. During the tour, we will stop at the following memorial places: The evacuation beaches The beautiful, wide sandy beaches are very peaceful nowadays. Things were quite different in the spring 1940. Imagine being a soldier of the BEF, hoping desperatly to climb on board one of the Dunkirk Little Ships to escape the ‘Hell of Dunkirk’… The port The East Mole in the port was the point where most of the soldiers were evacuated. We’ll make a stop at an impressive bunker, built by the Germans during the occupation, to see the preserved part of the original East Mole. British Memorial and Cemetery The impressive British Memorial commemorates the memory of the 4528 soldiers of the British Expeditionary Force who died during 1940 and who have no known grave. Next to the memorial is a cemetery of 810 graves of British soldiers. Most of them were killed defending the perimeter of Dunkirk during the evacuation operations in May-June 1940.

Small-Group Canadian Normandy D-Day Juno Beach from Paris

7. Small-Group Canadian Normandy D-Day Juno Beach from Paris

On June 6th, 1944 the largest seaborne invasion ever attempted in history took place. The Allied troops waged an extremely difficult attack on the German forces who were entrenched in bunkers along the coast of Normandy. More than 14,000 Canadian soldiers landed or parachuted into France on that day. Though the soldiers knew that they were fighting against the odds they carried on with courage and helped to win the battle for Normandy. During this insightful tour, you will take a guided journey through many of the historical landmarks that are pivotal to this moment in history. Take a walk on Juno Beach, just like the Canadian troops did in 1944, you can walk on the same sand they did on that very day. Whilst at Juno Beach, your guide will take you to see Juno Beach Center, the most comprehensive museum about the Canadian landings in Normandy. Visit the Canadian Cemetery in Beny-sur-Mer. There, stroll through the beautiful cemetery whilst paying your respects to the fallen Canadian soldiers. Also see "Hell's Corner," the furthest advance inland taken by Canadian troops on D-Day, 5-miles from the city of Caen. You'll also be able to see Abbey d'Ardenne, a HQ point for the nazis. Whether you’re a great admirer of military history or someone who is just curious about how the events really played out on D-Day, this tour will help you better appreciate the remarkable acts of courage that took place on Juno Beach. For they are well worth learning about and being remembered by all free folk today.

Balade Buggy Vintage

8. Balade Buggy Vintage

Set off on an adventure at the controls of our vintage buggies and embark on a sensational ride through the heart of the Pays d'Auge, where you'll discover breathtaking landscapes and panoramas. Our buggies are designed to combine safety and pleasure, offering you a smooth ride and an immersive experience in the heart of Normandy's countryside. Our team will accompany you every step of the way. Get ready to experience moments of complicity during this ride that will remain engraved in your memories! Conditions :- Driver's license required (automatic & manual gearboxes)- Driving conditions according to the Highway Code.- Possibility of fitting a car seat for children in one of the 3 seats.- Ride possible with 2 buggies minimum

From Le Havre: D-Day Beaches Shore Excursion Day Trip by Bus

9. From Le Havre: D-Day Beaches Shore Excursion Day Trip by Bus

Immerse yourself in the indelible history of World War II with a full-day journey tour that is a profound tribute to the courage, sacrifice, and unyielding spirit of those who shaped the course of history on the beaches of Normandy. Discover important sites like Mulberry harbor in Arromanches. Be picked up from the cruise terminal in Le Havre and hop aboard a comfortable bus for the journey to the remnants of the Mulberry Harbor which silently narrates a tale of ingenuity and determination Hear how This artificial harbor, a marvel of engineering, played a pivotal role in the success of the Allied forces' landings. Stroll along the serene shoreline, where the echoes of the past mingle with the tranquility of the present. Feel the weight of history in every step as you immerse yourself in the stories of the soldiers who landed here amid the chaos and uncertainty of battle. Leaving Arromanches, travel to the poignant American Cemetery, a place of reverence and reflection. The sight of row upon row of white crosses and Stars of David is a humbling reminder of the immense sacrifices made for freedom. Stand before the Memorial, gazing out over Omaha Beach, where the tide of history was turned through unwavering determination and selflessness. This sacred ground offers a profound opportunity to pay your respects and honor the lives laid down for a better world. Take in the serenity of the surroundings which belies the profound impact of the events that unfolded here. Walk among the graves and be reminded of the profound price of liberty. Make your way to the tour's pinnacle at Pointe du Hoc, where the U.S. Army Rangers' heroic climb up the fortified cliffs rewrote the annals of bravery. Stand atop these rugged heights, as the wind whispers tales of the audacious assault that helped secure victory. The impact of the battle scars and the fortified German positions that once stood here are a testament to the extraordinary valor that led to their capture. Take in panoramic views of the English Channel from this vantage point, which serves as a tribute to the courage that reshaped the course of history. Throughout the excursion, listen as your guide weaves the stories of heroism, strategy, and sacrifice that unfolded on these shores. Amidst the backdrop of picturesque landscapes, gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced and the triumphs achieved during Operation Overlord. Return to the port with a deeper understanding of history at the end of the tour.

Bayeux: American D-Day Sites in Normandy Full-Day Tour

10. Bayeux: American D-Day Sites in Normandy Full-Day Tour

Meet your guide at Place de Québec and then begin your D-Day exploration adventure, retracing history as you uncover the day of June 6, 1944. The first stop is at the village of Sainte-Mère-Eglise, the heart of the jump zone for the 82nd Airborne U.S. forces. Listen to stories of how paratroopers rained on the village, and how one of them famously got caught in the tower of the church. Visit Utah beach, the second location where American troops landed on D-Day Then, continue to Pointe du Hoc, a breathtaking cliff offering lunar landscapes and a magnificent viewpoint over the English Channel.  The site was built as a key point of the Atlantic Wall by the Germans because it was the highest point between the Omaha and Utah beaches and provided a great observation spot to notice any arrivals from the sea. Head to Omaha beach, where the deadliest landings of the day took place. From your guide, learn about the landings here and the soldiers who risked their lives. Your D-Day sightseeing tour of Normandy ends with a visit to the US military cemetery where you will have the chance to pay your respects and honor the soldiers of World War ll. 

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Even though it is an expensive trip, it is worth the money! It is great learning about so much history and being able to see it first handed! However, I will be honest and it was very rushed. I am glad we were able to go, but it is very quick and there is not enough time to read everything and fully appreciate the museum. The lunch was great, but I just wish I could of had another hour or two at the museum to fully take it all in.

This is a great trip to see Normandy in a quick way. Kind of quick moving but just enough time atveach stop. Our guide Amad was great. The visit to taste cider was a treat.

Excellent tour. Small group allowed us to get to know each other a bit, and our guide was outstanding. Very knowledgeable, kind, and gracious.

It was Phenomenal! A must! A tremendous tour guide, who engulfs you with knowledge and allows you to be free with your time on the tour!

jonathan was an excellent guide and the tour was very good.