NORMANDY

D-DAY LANDINGS

1250 euros

For up to 5 people

Duration 12 hours

Let's go and follow in the footsteps of those who sacrificed their lives nearly 80 years ago.This tour aims at keeping alive, through generations, the memory of the soldiers who fought in the terrible Battle of Normandy that started on June 6th, 1944. What better way to achieve this aim than going there?I will guide you towards the major sites of the Landing Beaches such as Pointe du Hoc, where the US Rangers proved the highest courage ; Omaha Beach known as Bloody Omaha ; The American Cemetery located in the most peaceful place above the beach ; The Longues-sur-Mer artillery battery with its original bunkers and german guns ; the artificial harbor of Arromanches.This tour will allow you to understand the different steps of the landing operations and the progression of the Allied forces. You will be struck by the contrast between the peace and beauty of the area, and its war scars everywhere. After the tour, you will go back home with unforgettable memories and a new perspective.
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ITINERARYI'll pick you up at 7:00am from your hotel in Paris. After driving 1h30, we'll make a coffee stop. We'll drive another 1h30 to the 1rst site.- Pointe du Hoc & the Ranger Monument. One of the most impressive sites with bomb craters and bunkers to be explored.- Omaha Beach. It is possible to walk on the beach if you wish and the tide allows it.- Normandy American Cemetery.- Lunch in Port-en-Bessin, a fishing village.- Longues-sur-Mer artillery battery and its original guns.- Artificial harbor in Arromanches, built by the Allies.Return to Paris to drop you off at your hotel or accommodation.* Please advise if you would like to modify the itinerary.

D-DAY LANDINGS
MONT ST MICHEL

2200 euros

For up to 4 people

Duration 2 days

Let's go and follow in the footsteps of those who sacrificed their lives nearly 80 years ago.This tour aims at keeping alive, through generations, the memory of the soldiers who fought in the terrible Battle of Normandy that started on June 6th, 1944. What better way to achieve this aim than going there?I will guide you towards the major sites of the Landing Beaches such as Pointe du Hoc, where the US Rangers proved the highest courage ; Omaha Beach known as Bloody Omaha ; The American Cemetery located in the most peaceful place above the beach ; The Longues-sur-Mer artillery battery with its original bunkers and german guns ; the artificial harbor of Arromanches.This tour will allow you to understand the different steps of the landing operations and the progression of the Allied forces. You will be struck by the contrast between the peace and beauty of the area, and its war scars everywhere. After the tour, you will go back home with unforgettable memories and a new perspective.Then, come into the legend of the most extraordinary abbey in the world, raised for the glory of Saint Michael the Archangel.The Mont Saint Michel, known as the Wonder of the West, has appealed pilgrims by the thousands down the centuries.Reaching this unique site, set between land and sea, is like breaking out of the known world...
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ITINERARY
DAY 1
I'll pick you up at 7:00am from your hotel in Paris. After driving 1h30, we'll make a coffee stop. We'll drive another 1h30 to the 1rst site.- Artificial harbor in Arromanches, built by the Allies.- Longues-sur-Mer artillery battery and its original guns.- Lunch in Port-en-Bessin, a fishing village.- Normandy American Cemetery.- Omaha Beach. It is possible to walk on the beach if you wish and the tide allows it.- Pointe du Hoc & the Ranger Monument. One of the most impressive sites with bomb craters and bunkers to be explored.DAY 2
Visit of the abbey and its townReturn to Paris to drop you off at your hotel or accommodation.* Please advise if you would like to modify the itinerary.

Monet's Gardens in Giverny

790 euros

For up to 5 people

Duration 5 hours

In his 40's, Claude Monet chose to spend his life in the village of Giverny, Normandy. The Master's eye had definitely led him to the right place. When we go there, with your own eyes, you will understand his choice.
What a fascinating artist! He proved to be even a genius at gardening. He made the nature he had in his mind come true in these wonderful gardens that you are invited to contemplate.
Also, I will show you the beautiful countryside of that area.
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ITINERARY
After driving approximately 1 hour, we will reach the village of Giverny. We will first walk through the Master's japanese and norman-style Gardens. Then, you will be able to visit the house that he lived in for over 40 years.
On the way back, we will get off the beaten tracks so you can admire the peaceful countryside of Normandy.* This tour can be combined with a Versailles tour in a full day trip

Bonjour! I am Dimitri, I grew up on the coast of Britanny - Western France, near the famous Normandy. I used to live in Paris for many years and moved not long ago to Versailles, the capital city of the french monarchy where the famous Sun King's Palace is. I guess that was written in the stars because I've been fascinated by the royal history of France since I was a child… Later on, I discovered a special interest for foreign languages and lived in several countries to work on that (US, Spain, Mexico, Italy and Brazil). And if you add the fact that I love driving, then it's been the perfect recipe for me to become a driver-guide and take you all around France to share my love of this country.I have worked as a guide for a decade and specialized in private tours because I want to be able to share with you more than historical information. You actually really get to meet the people you greet only in private tours. It is definitely the best option to discover at your own pace and I'll be happy to offer flexibility, as this is what I look for when I travel myself.The region of Paris is usually the part that people first discover, there is so much to see! However it is also really worth to do trips outside Paris, to the WW2 landing beaches of Normandy, the Champagne vineyards, the Castles of the Loire Valley, and more. I can take you to all those places and you will experience the variety of the wonders of France, whether it comes to landscapes, architecture, food or wines.I look forward to hearing from you, knowing your expectations and getting started for a beautiful trip!

CREDENTIALS
-National Guide License - Paris Nanterre University-Certificate in Viticulture & Winemaking - Champagne-National Transport License

LANGUAGES
French (fluent)
English (fluent)
Spanish (fluent)
Portuguese (fluent)

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