At Pointe du Hoc, discover the mission of the Rangers to dismantle a German fortress equipped with long-range guns that threatened the American landings on Omaha and Utah beaches. Visit the preserved bombing fields, German defenses, trenches, bunkers, and remnants of the Atlantic Wall.
Omaha Beach and The Challenges of Hedgerow the strategic challenges faced on Omaha Beach. Understand how adverse weather, difficult geography, and a series of failed strategies led to over 40% casualties on June 6. Reflect on the sacrifices at Omaha Cemetery, where a sea of white marble crosses honors the heroes who fought for freedom. Hear poignant anecdotes of men and women who gave their all for liberty.Explore the treacherous hedgerow terrain, a nightmare for American soldiers, and learn about.
Lunch time: Awsome guide will assist you in finding a restaurant that matches your preferences.
The Battery Longues-sur-Mer, located between the Gold and Omaha beaches, was an integral part of the Atlantic Wall—a vast network of coastal fortifications stretching from Norway to the Spanish border designed to repel any Allied invasion. It stands today as one of the best-preserved German coastal defenses in Normandy.
The Ingenious Mulberry Harbors Finally, discover the Mulberry artificial harbors, an ingenious solution for the rapid offloading of supplies vital for the Allied advance. Learn how these massive structures were hidden from the Nazis, as maintaining an army without a port would have been nearly impossible. Our guide will share the remarkable story of how thousands of tons of concrete were covertly transported and assembled, ensuring the success of the Normandy invasion.
World War II reshaped the geopolitical landscape, leading to significant changes in political boundaries, power dynamics, and international relations. The legacy of the war continues to influence global affairs to this day.
This is personalized tour designed around your interests, led by a awsome guide who weaves together history, facts, anecdotes, secrets, that have shaped the world.