Private tour in Bayeux Damien H

D DAY experience in Normandy

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Damien H.

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I was born in Normandy. I grew up on a farm near Caen in a little village called Tilly la Campagne (65 inhabitants, 100% destroyed during WWII). My father, my grandparents, my uncles and now my brother-in-law are all farmers. I went to study in at an agriculture school for 5 years. As a trainee, I've spent 3 months working on a cider farm. Since this training period, I drink Cider almost every day ! After my agriculture studies, I moved near Paris to study Business & Marketing in the Food Industry. Then I decided to spend 2 years in Africa to work with farmers in the bush. Such an incredible experience… Back to France, I worked for 16 years in different Food Industry companies as an Innovation Marketing Manager focusing on 'What would the food be tomorrow ?' I was living in Paris, far from my Normandy and my family, so I decided to come back ! Since 2013, I have shared my passion which is Normandy. I feel like a countryman. I love Normandyyyy and particularly its 'terroir'. I welcome visitors from all over who would like to discover the deep countryside in a very picturesque sub-region of Normandy called: 'Le Pays d'Auge'! The Pays d'Auge is like a postcard of Normandy with apple trees, norman cows, horses, half-timbered houses. . . This diversity gives us hard cider, apple brandy called Calvados, 4 different kind of cheeses such as Camembert, foals and yearlings. I am not a licensed guide but who is more legitimate to talk about agriculture, food and landscapes than an agronomist ? I am ready to customize your tours with your expectations because it will be YOUR DAY. . . Come to discover another part of Normandy with me! Agriculture school / 5 years Business school in Food Industy / 2 years Cuisine diploma Driving licence for car and coach (up to 20 persons) I am not a licensed but I do not have any restrictions in regard to my guiding, I can offer a full range of experiences

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Overview of your Bayeux tour

I have so much to share about what's happened during these 100 days Battle of Normandy in 1944 because all my family lives here… In 1940, my grandfather was in Dunkirk. Thanks to the Dynamo Operation, he crossed the English Channel like 400 000 others british and french soldiers. After D-Day, my parents and grandparents should leave their farms in July 1944. They had to leave in exodus… I grew up in a farm in the south of Caen in a little village named Tilly la Campagne. This village was 100% destroyed and liberated in August 8th by the Allies. It was rebuilt in the fifties by the Marshall Plan. Thanks to my family history and my knowledges about WWII history, I will give you the opportunity to live a unique experience during this D Day tour. We will follow the historical and chronological itinerary of the soldiers of D DAY : you will discover the history of heroic soldiers, the memory of fighting in a land of sacrifice. During your tour, you will be walking on sand, on grass and you will be in Normandy

Your Bayeux tour itinerary

1 day tour in American sector (8/9 hours) : Pointe du Hoc Omaha beach 29th Infantry Division + 1st Infantry Division American cemetary In Colleville / German Batteries in Longues sur Mer Artificial harbour in Arromanches German cemetary Or 1 day tour in American sector (8/9 hours) : Sainte-Mère l'Eglise 82nd Airborne Division US paratroopers Memorial German Batteries Utah beach Angoville au Plain 101st Airborne Division Pointe du Hoc Omaha beach American cemetary Or 1 day tour in Anglo-canadian sector (8/9 hours) : Pegasus Bridge Sword beach Juno beach in Courseulles sur mer Gold beach in Ver sur Mer / Artificial harbour in Arromanches German Batteries in Longues sur Mer Commonwealth cemetary If you have a specific itinerary in mind send me a message and I'll customize the tour for you.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan

Depending on how many persons are included for the tour, I will use : Skoda car up to 2 persons (Comfortable with A/C) Caravelle Wolkswagen mini van up to 7 persons (Comfortable with A/C) One bottle of water per person is included. If the mini van is required for the tour, there will be an additional cost. Feel free to ask.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. - Entrance tickets for museums - Lunch
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Bayeux, Normandy, 14400, France

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Tour categories
Layover
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
History
Day Trip
Tour reference number
976541
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
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This private tour in Bayeux is ideal for history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in World War II and the D-Day landings. It's perfect for travellers who want to connect with a local guide, Damien H., who has personal family ties to the events of 1944 and offers deep insights into the Battle of Normandy. The tour is also suitable for those who prefer a personalized experience, as it can be customized to focus on specific interests.

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