Private tour in Bayeux Svetlana V

Step on Private tour D-Day Landing beaches from Caen or Bayeux on your transportation

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Svetlana V.

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Since I started work as a D-Day guide in 2013 I have had that great honour to welcome over 30 American WW2 veterans on my tours. Many families of D-Day veterans have asked me to help them discover the places where their loved ones fought and the sobering facts about their lives in Normandy. I moved from Moscow to Caen in Normandy in 2012 as I have a great passion for the history and culture of Normandy. I started my career as a Tour Guide with 5 weeks of theoretical and practical courses at the Caen Memorial Museum after which I worked for the Museum for almost 4 years as a tour guide on the D-Day beaches. Starting my own business was my big dream as "knowing the history of this place I have an almost an irritating desire to share it with people all over the world". Specializing mostly in Private Guided tours of the D-Day Landing Beaches and the Battle of Normandy, I also provide other tours and suggest other options to my clients so they can better understand the historical importance of this region. For me, Normandy has become my second home. This region is like the pieces of a jigsaw puzzle - sprawling across France's northwestern corner. Normandy with its surprising charms, beautiful coastal landscapes, pebbly beaches, excellent museums, quiet pastoral villages and architectural gems was the perfect destination to start my career as a guide. I love traveling and have a passion for showing people from all over the world the beauty of Normandy. I am very enthusiastic and know how to communicate well with everybody, and I understand the importance of listening and respecting the others. With my tours you can spend an unforgettable time visiting the major tourist destinations in Normandy: Caen, with the spectacular Abbeys for Men and Women, St. Peter's Church and even the Castle of William the Conqueror; Bayeux: with it's splendid Cathedral of Notre-Dame, and the beautiful untouched medieval buildings; Lisieux, a town that is world-famous thanks to Saint Therese of Lisieux; and the stunning Mont-St-Michel, one of the greatest sights in all of France. Ready to taste something new and special? Book the "Tasty" Tour and let me take you to the best restaurants and local farms producing Camembert cheese and cider, the makers of homemade chocolate and biscuits, and sample the local fresh fish and seafood at local stalls. I came to Normandy as a foreigner, I started discovering it as a stranger but now I am enthusiastic and happy to be able to show you this magnificent region with all its authentic beauty! I am ready to share my knowledge and my passion for my tours with you - are you ready to join me?! P. S. my dearest potential clients/ travelers, all my tours can be customized and adapted to your presences/ age/ interests/ hobbies/ pace. The standard itineraries that I'm suggesting can't work for everyone! I think one of my greatest qualities as a tour guide is my flexibility. I'll listen to you and take all your expectations into my account to make your short/ long stay in Normandy unforgettable and pleasant! -Full time job as a local tour guide since December 2013 -Professional Tour Guide Card delivered by the state of France as the prove of my skills and experience -5 years as a local guide in Normandy for the museum "Mémorial" of Caen -Special training classes of 5 weeks studying the DD landing, the Second World War history and the local history of Normandy - Special training courses in History of Art -Second Master's Degree in the Cultural Mediation -Master's degree in foreign languages

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Overview of your Bayeux tour

I have had the great honor to welcome over 20 WW2 veterans and to hear them saying that " We were coming to bring your freedom back". Step on the sand where the soldiers/ brothers/ friends were sacrificing their lives for our freedom is giving you the unprecedented feeling of gratefulness and sorrow being both very moving and heartbreaking. During your tour you will be walking on concrete, gravel paths, through long grass, over rough, rocky ground and on sand. As Eisenhower's said in the middle of a rainstorm on June 2nd 1944- "Don't you guys get a summer over here?" My best advice is to pack for the worst and hope for the best. The tour can involve lots of action/walking/exploring if you're like the thrill and depending on how energetic you feel. A little warning about the weather - it could be really nice, sunny, warm. It could equally be cold, windy and rainy so come prepared!

Recent Reviews

Rebecca W.United States
June 2026

Svetlana was incredibly knowledgable. She hopped in our car and spent 8 hours showing my family of four around Normandy, focusing on smaller sights and telling us many individual stories that highlighted how soldiers and the people of Normandy experienced the war. She was extremely insightful and sensitive, and we felt like she was more of an educator/teacher than tour guide. Her knowledge of Normandy during World War II is positively encyclopedic. In addition to her command of the history and making the tour run smoothly, she was a pleasure to get to know. We loved learning from her! Don't hesitate to book her if you can, she is the best.

Ashley R.United States
June 2026

Svetlana did an excellent job navigating all the celebratory events for the 82nd anniversary of D-Day. She reached out to us a few days prior to our tour to confirm not only our tour, but what we may or may not be able to see based on the increased volumes of not only people but planned events for the commemoration. She was prompt, courteous, and built repour with everyone in our family. We thoroughly appreciated Svetlana's vast historic recount of the invasion but also her flexibility and adaptability during our tour.

Kate L.United States
June 2026

Svetlana is clearly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the history of D-Day. She did a great job providing an outline for the tour, and letting us adjust a few things that we wanted to make sure we saw. She was even willing to detour when we happened upon a monument that we wanted to stop at. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for a D-Day tour.

Howard H.
June 2025

Svetlana is a terrific guide! Svetlana's Normandy tour was truly exceptional! Her deep knowledge of Bayeux's rich history was fascinating. At Juno, the Canadian beach, she vividly brought D-Day to life, sharing poignant stories of courage. Pegasus Bridge's daring glider assault was thrillingly recounted. The Canadian Cemetery visit was profoundly moving, handled with immense respect. Svetlana's passion and insights made history unforgettable. A top-tier guide!

Craig F.United States
April 2024

Svetlana was very knowledgeable, flexable, and super easy to deal with.

Don L.United States
July 2023

Svetlana is one of the most knowledgeable tour guides we've had. She spoke perfect English. Presented the tour information in a conscience yet thorough way. She was eager to Make our experience visiting Normandy meaningful and memorable. We left the tour feeling we had a new member of our extended family. Thank you Svetlana for a delightful tour.

Your Bayeux tour itinerary

We start the day with the US Paratrooper Sites : Ste Mere Eglise (where a US paratrooper John Steel was dangling from a church steeple) La Fiere Bridge ( a tiny bridge 100 meters wide to capture) and Saint Come du Mont (a strategically vital village to hold before launching an attack to Carentan). After the visit of these 2 sites, we move on to Omaha beach and the American Cemetery (The most powerful, the most humbling site) If we are quick, the Longues sur Mer Gun Battery or the Mulberry Artificial Harbour at Arromanches can be seen. UPDATE 2026! The Pointe Du Hoc Ranger Monument Restoration project is on since February 2026. -There will be disruptions to the visitor parking areas beginning on February 11. Temporary parking will be available, but will be limited. - Parts of the historic site will be closed starting in mid-May. Historic site access will be along the west pathway only. -The visitor center will be closed starting in March. Limited temporary restrooms will be provided.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan

We will be traveling in your vehicle, with someone from your group driving. ATTENTION PLEASE: the step in means that I'll join you in your vehicle with someone from your group driving. EVERY SINGLE passenger should have a seat with a seat belt! No question of putting someone in the trunk / or on the knees! If you don't have an extra seat for me, this tour can not be taken.

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Museum entrance
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets
Private Transportation
Tastings
Private Transportation With Driver
Meeting location

Bayeux, Normandie, 14400, France

I can meet for this tour you either in Bayeux ( at the train station) or in Caen ( at the Memorial museum). For a different pick up point please don’t hesitate to contact me directly.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Tour reference number
565009
Languages
English
French
Russian
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

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