Normandy D-Day Private Tour with Omaha Beach from Paris

Awesome!

The trip with Joe great! Lots of history, stories and laughter. Joe was polite knowledgeable and loads of fun. Thanks for a memorable day!

A very moving experience

The tour was fantastic! Jozef is extremely knowledgeable about history and details and you can "get into the weeds" with him on subjects. He worked very hard to assess where my Great Uncle landed and brought us right to the beach. You go into the trenches built along the shoreline. You look out through the firing ports at the ocean and your mind starts to imagine how things happened.

Could not recommend more. A gem.

Absolutely an amazing experience. I would use this guise again and again. Just the right amount of history facts, story, personal anecdotes and humor throughout. The guide read the mood of the group and gave us all exactly what we needed throughout the day. Thank you, thank you.

WONDERFUL - GREAT GUIDE

Normandy Private Trip: Guide: Jozef Prihoda (wife and business manager Deborah Saulnier). We (2 couples in our mid 70s) did a two-day private tour with Jozef in June 2023 with pick up in Paris, overnight in Bayeux, and then drop off back in Paris. Jozef was TERRIFIC!! He has an almost encyclopedic knowledge of D-Day and how the invasion of Normandy enfolded on sea, in the air and on the land. He was able to explain both the allied and German strategies and brought us to sights that brough his explanations to life. He also regaled us with endless stories that were at time poignant and sad and at other times comic. The weather for the two days was mainly cold, windy, and rainy. Jozef remained flexible and was able to adapt which sight we saw when to minimize standing in the cold rain. Deborah recommended a wonderful hotel (Villa Lara) and booked an incredible delicious dinner for us at a gem of a restaurant (La Rapiere) for our one night in Bayeux. The tour was all Jozef and he was great!! Our collective opinion is that if you want a guided tour of Normandy, you could not do any better.

Absolutely First Class Experience!

We did a 10 day tour with Jozef and it was PERFECTION! I had an idea of what I wanted to do and where I wanted to go but there were so many places I didn't even know existed that Jozef shared with us! This is what made the trip five stars for me. We started in Paris, headed to Fountainbleu and Chartres. From there we went to St. Malo stopping in Le Mans along the way which was a wonderful experience! From there, we spent a night on Mont St. Michel before heading to Bayeux and Rouen and experiencing some of the most memorable places of our lives including Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery and many key places that were turning points in WWII. Without Jozef, we never would have known about nor seen these remote places or had these experiences. We are so grateful for his knowledge and passion for his tours. We have never experienced that level of commitment from a tour guide and I doubt we ever will again, as he was exemplary in every way. I would be remiss not to mention Giverny. Strolling the gardens was a truly memorable part of our trip. I would recommend not missing this as it is fantastic in every way. We finished our trip in the Champagne region spending 3 days touring the cellars, tasting champagne and eating delicious food all recommended by Jozef. This trip was first class thanks to him. Spending 10 days with someone you don't know can be difficult. We take several long trips every year and have not always had these excellent experiences with our guides. We got so lucky with Jozef. There were 4 of us (two couples) and we still, several weeks later keep telling each other how much we miss him. We will be signing up for many more trips with Jozef in the future and cannot wait to see him again. As we said, Jozef started off as our guide, turned into our friend and ended up as our family. Thank you Jozef for one of the best trips of our lives!

Great experience of a historic place

Our tour with Emilie was great. She explained the history, area and was very professional and courteous. We toured Omaha and Gold beaches as well as the American National Cemetery. Additionally, we stopped for lunch at the town near Gold Beach. It was a long day, but well worth the commitment.

Perfect day in Normandy

We had a fantastic day with Josef from Paris to Normandy. He is a wonderfully knowledgeable guide with a great sense of humor.

Émilie was an Excellent...

Émilie was an Excellent Host! She is Very knowledgeable, intentional and truly cares about the guest experience. She speaks four languages, so communication was not a problem. We highly recommend this tour company and Émilie as your personal guide!

Excellent guide and tour

I purchased this private tour as a gift to my veteran father. It was a lifelong dream of his to see Normandy. Our guide (Emilie) made our experience memorable. She was friendly, knowledgeable and created an itinerary for the day which was exactly what we hoped for.

Amazing Trip!

Jozef, was an amazing tour guide. He shared plenty of historical stories/images/maps etc. - all while balancing personal time and space. It truly was a beautiful trip! Highly recommend the tour!

The weather was less than...

The weather was less than ideal, but we enjoyed the tour and the guide was great. Trying to do the D-Day battlefields in one day is a lot of driving but we managed ok.

Normandy

Thank you. We enjoyed the tour and learning. I would recommend it to history buffs and those interested in world war 2.

An Unforgettable Day

An incredible day spent with our guide, Emilie. She not only shared about D-Day but also about the Normandy region and culture. It was a once in a lifetime experience for our family.

Trip of a lifetime

The entire day was magical, from the beautiful weather to our personal guide Jozef who told great stories of events of 1944 and beyond. I would recommend this tour especially if you as for Jozef!

None Better

I doubt that one can experience a better tour of France than the one that we enjoyed, even if one’s interests are as diverse as bubbly champagne and military campaigns. Josef guided us through the Paris area, through Rennes, Versailles, Chartres, Mt. Saint Michel, throughout Normandy. He treated our family (especially my wheelchair-bound elderly mother), like royalty. He enthusiastically went through our lengthy once-in-a-lifetime trip-to-France bucket list of things to do. We learned to “enjoy” champagne “properly”, which was a true eyeopener and a rare delight; an unfortunate by-product of our learning is that we now imbibe simple soft drinks with the insufferable discernment of a discredited sommelier. Our trip to Honfleur magically brought to life the Monet paintings that we so treasured. Josef quickly picked up that our mother was the focus of this voyage, and he spared no expense or effort to cater to her every whim and comfort. For example, he sought out religious sites that she craved to visit that were not on the itinerary. And, when Josef ventured into military history, which is his passion, the tour became magical. His presentations brought depth and meaning to the acts of those who lived through those violent times. His knowledge of the Normandy campaigns is unsurpassed, and I have recommended his services to military aficionados (including some generals and colonels) here in the United States. I found his detailed and balanced account on par with the most eminent historians. He made every effort to give us the best that could be offered, whether it was in food, transportation, accommodations, or simply a place to rest to catch your breath. He made a supreme effort to visit relatively unknown historical sites that I only dreamed of every visiting. He is one of the best tour guides that we have ever travelled with because he really cared for us, and I wholeheartedly recommend the services of his company.

Normandy

Emilie was our tour guide for our Normandy trip. She was wonderful with a great knowledge of the area. We loved our time together and would highly recommend her to others Karen Stanford

1st rate

Incredible. Worthwhile. Moving. Retraced family members experience. Guide (Emilie) was very knowledgeable and compassionate.

Awesome and Reverent

A wonderful tour for the limited time we had. Got a real feel for the area. Very hallowed ground. If you have limited time this tour is perfect.

Worthwhile experience

This trip was so emotional and revealing. Our guide, Jozef, gave us very in-depth explanations of everything that occurred during D-day and the days following. We walked Pointe du Hoc, Omaha beach and the American cemetery . Our guide took us to a wonderful restaurant for lunch in a fishing village. The day was exceptional. Highly recommend it.

Amazing and touching experience

Jozef was an amazing guide. We couldn't recommend him more highly. We gave him little guidance on what we wanted to experience (i.e. Canadian and American experiences) and we went from there. He made the day very interesting and accessible even to our two teenagers.

Normandy private day tour

Emily our tour guide was perfect. She accommodated our needs, including my mobility issues, very well she was extremely knowledgeable on the events and circumstances of D-Day and the geography. On our trip to Normandy from Paris, she highlighted sights, events and history to educate us. I would definitely suggest her.

If you can, go visit, even if it’s for day!

We had a great day exploring the Normandy coast. Our guide was on time, was extremely knowledgeable, and allowed us to make choices along the way. It was an incredible experience. My son said at the end of the tour, “my worst day will never be as bad as the day their worst day.” Seeing the area first hand changes every notion I had of D-day. It definitely changed our perception of the day and the weeks following during WW2.

A fantastic private tour of Normandy Beaches

The private tour of Normandy was fantastic. Our tour guide Jozef was excellent. He was very informative about Point de Hoc, Omaha beach, the American cemetery and other multiple sites about D Day in the area. He took us to a local restaurant off the beaten path that had the best duck burgers and omelettes It was an unforgettable trip with memories that will last forever. There were 6 of us in our party and by the end of the day Joe made us feel like we were part of his family. This is a can’t miss tour.

Day trip to Normandy and D-Day sites

The entire day was incredible. Joe was wonderful. His extensive knowledge of history was such an added pleasure. If you only have a day for Normandy and the WWII sites this is definitely the way to go.

Don’t hesitate! Using this tour company will be the best decision you make for your trip to France.

My family was so fortunate to have Jozef as our tour guide for 3 three days. We toured Paris with him, went to Normandy and then did a tour of the Champagne region. Simply said, he made our trip to France wonderfully special. He’s fun, knowledgeable and very accommodating. We will come back to this beautiful country and when we plan it, Jozef will be our first call!

D-Day tour an emotional an educational event.

Walking on Omaha Beach and having our guide narrate the battle was a very moving experience. Joe, our guide, knew details and the impact of each part of the day. He told of the aftermath from all perspectives and gave us the backstory of the people living in the area. Best experience of my entire trip to France.

Best tour guide ever

Jozef was amazing!! Book him quick as he fills up. He is so accommodating and over the top service. His knowledge is superb. Would book him again and again and again!!

A profound experience

A profound experience with an excellent guide. Josef was very knowledgeable and engaging. He clearly is passionate about the history of D Day and of the War in general. The American Cemetery at Omaha beach is very moving. As close to sacred ground as exists. One of the very best guided tours ever.

Private Normandy Tour

Jozef was excellent. He bonded with the whole family and was able to tailor the learning experience to each of our different interests. He also had a great personality and was incredibly knowledgeable, making it a fun and informative experience. Would recommend the tour to anyone in the area!

Great Trip to Normandy

We spent a great day in Normandy seeing the DDay beaches, American cemetery and museum. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and tried to recreate the experience of that day. Would highly recommend Jozef!

Day in Normandy

Jozef was knowledgeable, friendly and engaging. He made the day a wonderful experience. Don’t miss Utah beach

Perfect, Memorable, Informative, 100% recommendation again and again!

This tour was perfect for our family. We wanted to go to Normandy but were not confident figuring out all of the trains to/from Paris so finding one that left from Paris was just what we needed. The weather was touch and go leading up to our scheduled tour date but Josef was in constant communication with us on what to maybe expect, if some things might be closed, what possible back up plans could be... thankfully we said lets just do and we are so glad we did! Josef was great, super knowledgeable and informative. It ended up being such a perfect day!

Great Experience VERY memorable!!

The tour guide had great knowledge of the subject and a great delivery. The guide went out of his way to show us the sites and convey his knowledge. The guide added extras and extended himself to our family in the mist of the coronavirus. We cannot thank him enough for all he did for us.

Incredible tour-educational, moving and entertaining

Josef our tour guide picked us up at our hotel in the morning. The ride to Normandy flew by as he shared some history with us. Over the course of the day we saw all the major battle sites and the cemeteries. We learned so much of the stories of the people and the strategy and the day went so fast. Highly recommend.

Best way to see D Day beaches

Our day trip to Normandy in a small group - 4 adults and 2 children - was the highlight of our trip to Paris. Emilie, our guide, was so knowledgeable and interesting and she took extra care to be sure the children (7 and 10)were totally engaged in every area. Even though we had really bad weather, we were able to adapt and see everything. It was the second time my husband and I have taken the Normandy tour, and we learned so much more this time. This was worth every penny of what we paid to get the private tour. If we ever get to come back to Paris, we're asking to see what tour Emilie is doing.

Excellent Tour - Memorable Experience

This is an excellent tour. Our tour guide was enthusiastic and very knowledgeable to make sure our family have a great experience and see the most memorable parts of Normandy. He did a great job explaining how D-Day progressed, telling stories to help explain each area, taking us to all the right places, and making the day memorable. I would highly recommend this tour. Our whole family enjoyed the day.

Best day in France

What a blessing that we found this company! We set up a trip to France for our son who loves the history on WWII. Deborah set up the tour via email, very professional and quick to respond to questions. We met Josef promptly at 6:30 am at our hotel. His van was very comfortable and he gave us lots of information on the way to the sites. Once there he painted a picture of what that day was like for our soldiers. Pointe du Hoc was the highlight. Even my daughter who is not as interested enjoyed the day. Josef was very engaging and included her in “searching for treasure”. He has so much knowledge and my son loved talking to him and asking questions. My son says this was the best day of his life!! Thank you Josef! My next trip to France will definitely include a couple of tours with Josef. I can’t wait to start planning. They will be the first call I make!

Fantastic day at Normandy!

Our family (wife and two kids) recently spent the full day at Normandy with a wonderful tour guide who lives in the area and it was an amazing day. It was a bit rainy and chilly so dress appropriately if you go during the off season. We stated at one end and over the course of the day traveled around 50 miles I would say hitting all of the historical sites culminating the day at the American cemetery which was very moving. I suggest packing some light food so you don't have to stop at a restaurant or it will take time from doing better things. Our guide had an immense knowledge of how events transpired here and the consequences of the good and bad decisions that were made this day. I highly recommend this for those who want to fully take in this historical time in history and love to explore.

Excellent all around

Our guide was very knowledgeable, lunch was great, and the entire trip was unforgettable. I would not hesitate to book this again.

Family Day Trip to Normandy

Josef picked our family of 6 (two young boys, parents, and grandparents) up promptly at our hotel. We had a fantastic, fun, informative trip that was interesting to all of the age groups in our car. Josef was well informed and had a good sense of humor. The sites we saw were amazing and brought the history alive for all of us. It was a packed and beautiful day and we are so glad we chose Private Trip for our tour.

Wonderful day for our entire family!

I cannot express how much our entire family enjoyed this day. Jozef was a fabulous guide and we left feeling like we had experienced the best introduction to the Normandy D-Day beaches. Jozef was extremely knowledgable and made it come alive for our entire family. We brought our 3 boys along - ages 12, 8 & 7. Jozef was able to adjust to their level of stamina for the day, while still giving my husband and me a really full day of history and discovery. I cannot recommend him enough! We are hopeful to return one day to enjoy another of Jozef's trips to Burgundy, or the Champagne area!

Normandy

Highly recommend this tour, especially with guide, Jozef Prihoda. He is seasoned, knowledgeable, and really knows how to make the most of your trip. From big touches to little ones, he was amazing. A wonderful personality, funny & very kind. We will always cherish our tour of Normandy with Jozef!

Very nice. Well informed.

My wife and I went on this tour. It was nice getting picked up in Paris and then the private tour to Normandy. Highly recommend this!

A day in Normandy

Our tour guide Emelie was exceptional and very informative. She made the trip come alive with facts about DDay. I would highly recommend this tour.

Memorable Day in Normandy

Our private tour with Jozef was perfect, couldn’t have been any better. My wife’s father was stationed on a cruiser off Omaha Beach on D-Day. So, it was important for her to visit. Jozef picked us up on time at our hotel in Paris. He sent a text message the night before to remind us to bring a jacket and comfortable shoes. It was really great information as it was 90 in Paris and 60 and raining in Normandy. Jozef was great, gave us great insight at every stop. The whole experience was very emotional as he described what our troops were experiencing. Lunch in a small fishing village was great. The whole day was terrific. Highly recommend Jozef and Private Trips!!!

Fantastic Normandy Tour!

Jozef was an amazing guide. He capture the family’s attention the entire day and gave an insider’s account that made you feel like you were reliving D-day. Great storyteller, from Point du lac, Omaha Beach,lunch and Calvados in Port-en-Bessie and finished the day at Longues-sur-Mer. John—Delaware, USA

Family Trip to Europe

My husband & I decided on a family trip to Europe & Dublin with our 26 year old daughter & 21 year old son to celebrate our son’s college graduation. My top choice of activities was the French Open, daughters was champagne lunch at the Eiffel Tower and my husband and sons was a trip to Normandy. Everything was fantastic but my biggest surprise was our private day trip to Normandy. We all absolutely LOVED it!! Jozef was the absolute best private guide around!!! From a confirmation text the day before to an on time pick up and curbside delivery 13 hours later he could not have done anything better. His knowledge and information on Normandy was extremely impressive. He made the day informative, fun (at times absolutely hilarious), personally customized, and absolutely accommodating. We stopped at so many historical sites it was unbelievable. For lunch we stopped at the most lovely fishing village for the most delicious lunch where Joe was very accommodating to make sure the chef prepared a meal that was vegan for our daughter. The entire day was absolutely perfect. We could not say enough good things or recommend Jozef & Private Trip Day Tours! Highly recommend and will definitely contact again when back in Paris!!!

Normandy Tour

What an exceptional day! Joe was our guide and did a superb job . He is very knowledgeable about the history leading up to WWll and the events of June 6th through the 8th DDay. The discussion was meaningful and intelligent. I learned quite a lot. The cemetery was breathtaking and as I walked the Omaha beach I felt as though I was walking on sacred and hollowed ground. I wish all Americans could have the opportunity to have Joe lead a tour such as this. I know we will ask for his services next year! Thank Joe for a terrific day!

Fascination and Educational Experience - Worth it!!

My husband and I were in Paris for a quick weekend getaway to celebrate his birthday. While I had been to Normandy and the D-Day sites a long time ago, it was his first time. After checking some reviews for private tours, I came across Private Trip and decided to book - what a great decision! Jozef picked us up at our hotel and then drove us out to Normandy, immediately creating a rapport and starting the journey out great. We spent all day exploring the D-Day sites (including Pointe du Hoc, the American Cemetery, a British cemetery, Pegasus Bridge, Omaha Beach and more) with excellent commentary. Furthermore, Jozef offered options as to our itinerary to allow us to customize the tour in real time - something that you cannot get on a large group bus tour (well worth the cost in this case!). I have nothing but good things to say about the entire process and the tour itself - we had a great time and will definitely use Private Trip again in the future for one of their other tours when we are in France for a longer period of time. Merci beaucoup!

Normandy France Tour

We had the perfect day with Emilie our tour guide. We could have never seen all,the sites as we did if we tried to do it ourselves. Emilie was very knowledgeable of the history and culture of the WW II sites and nearby towns. We highly recommend this,tour.