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Normandy D-Day and Landing Beaches
The stretch of the Norman coast, with its code names Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno and Sword, is famous for the D-Day landings of Allied troops that took place on 6th June 1944. Code-named Operation Neptune, this was the largest seaborne invasion in history. Follow the Normandy coast to learn about the naval operation that changed the world.
Trip Overview
From £345pp
Based on 4 days
Suitable for Secondary Schools and Primary Schools
There really isn't anything that compares to stepping foot on the beaches where the allied troops landed, making this region a perfect destination for school History trips. Have the opportunity to visit a number of museums and memorials to complement these beach visits and expand your knowledge of this unparalleled event.
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Fearnhill School
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Our Suggested Itinerary
Day 1 - Normandy
Travel to Normandy.
Arrive, settle into your accommodation and spend some time on the beach.
Day 2 - Mémorial de Caen
Start your day by visiting the Mémorial de Caen, the museum and memorial commemorating WW2 and the Battle for Caen. Holding an interesting focus on the fragility of peace, it is regarded by many as the best WW2 museum in France.
Then visit the Memorial Pegasus, whose museum contains exhibitions and personal objects related to the 6th Airborne Division. Head to Ranville Cemetery, a WW2 cemetery of Commonwealth soldiers and Merville Gun Battery, built as part of Germany’s Atlantic Wall to defend continental Europe from Allied invasion.
Day 3 - Arromanches
Spend the morning at the Arromanches 360 degree cinema and Musée du Debarquement. Situated on the seawall, this indoor and outdoor museum commemorates WW2’s Normandy campaign and the D-Day landings.
Enjoy a fantastic guided tour of the D-Day Landing Beaches and walk in the footsteps of WW2 soldiers.
Day 4 - Visit to a Local Market
Before heading back to the UK, experience some French culture with a visit to a local market with numerous stalls of local produce. Or you might choose to visit the Boulangerie Le Fournil, a traditional French bakery, with free samples!
Return travel to the UK.
Accommodation
We use a wide selection of accommodation throughout Normandy, mostly to the 2* standard - all specially suited to the requirements of our schools. Here are just some examples of the accommodation our groups stay at: MVF Les Tourelles and Maison Familiale Bon Sejour. All accommodation we use is particularly suited for school groups and audited by us.
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Trip Information
Travel By Coach
- Door-to-door transport (coach, channel crossing, road tolls and taxes)
- Use of coach during your stay for local excursions
- Accommodation and meals as arranged
- Full services and assistance of your dedicated Travel Consultant
- Full itinerary booking service
- Free places on a 1:8 ratio
- ABTA Protected - ABTA bonding for your financial security
- 24 hour emergency hotline whilst travelling
- Our prices depend on how full the coach is!
Travel By Air
- Return flights by scheduled or charter airline from a London airport
- Return airport transfer at the destination
- Accommodation and meals as arranged
- Full services and assistance of your dedicated Travel Consultant
- Full itinerary booking service
- Free places on a 1:10 ratio
- ATOL Protected - ATOL bonding for your financial security
- 24 hour emergency hotline whilst travelling
- Our prices are always fixed and guaranteed.
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