Tara K.United States
Gustavo was a great guide! My Family and I loved our trip to Normandy
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Private tour in Paris Gustavo Z
Normandy landing beaches private full day guided tour from Paris
4.9
(35) reviews
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12 hours
30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-7 people
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Gustavo Z.
4.9
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Hello everyone. Gustavo here, close to my 50s, 3 kids, parisian since the early 2000s. Guiding travellers here since 2007. Profesional driver-guide with both licenses. After this Covid lapse I can not wait to take you out for new immersive experiences around Paris, trust me. Vaccin Ok. Sanitary mesures Ok. PS and important: verify availability asking me directly by mail before booking (especially between April and October). Art history degree by the University of Barcelona. Official " guide conferencier" card ( ancient "guide interprete" card). Issued by the ministry of culture and tourism. License to transport travelers issued by the DRE (direction régionale de l'équipement).
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Exploring the highlights and history of Normandy
Overview of your Paris tour
Since the early '90s in France, it's remarkable how some new destinations have become popular, especially among the US visitors, this is the case of the landing beaches in Normandy. Some of my collegues close to their 60's (I'm close to my 50's) they call this: the "Saving Private Ryan effect". It is true that the Normandy beaches exist in our imagination thanks to many great movies, authors like Anthony Beevor or videogames like "Call of duty". My first movie was "The longest day", which is, by the way, a good way to gather info for a tour that, despite the long drive, is one of my favorites. After the morning pick up we will drive to spots like "La Pointe du Hoc" or the American mémorial at Omaha beach. The tour can be customized, therefore I can propose several possibilities regarding the different landmarks and spots. At the end of the day, we will be at the center of Paris around 7 PM, under good traffic conditions. In total 600 km, around 370 miles; I know. . . it's a long-distance, but worth it.
Recent Reviews
Scott T.United States
We used Gustavo for a all-day tour of Normandy and would highly recommend him. He picked up our family of 4 at our AirBNB in Paris, drove us up to Normandy, and walked with us through all the sites we visited. Aside from the historical tour, we really enjoyed talking with Gustavo about current events, life in France, etc. It was a long day, and very nice to have someone else drive us home afterwards so we could rest/take a nap after a long day.
Frank S.United States
Great our. Gustavo is very knowledgeable.
William C.United States
Cannot say enough good things about Gustavo and his full day Normandy tour. Strongly recommend the full day which provides you with plenty of time to see Normandy which is far more expansive than we imagined. Gustavo knows the historical facts and applies them well to what you see. Cannot say enough good things. We loved it.
Betsy W.United States
This was an amazing trip, and Gustavo's knowledge and passion made it even more amazing. We traveled with my son, a US Marine Recruit, and Gustavo pointed out numerous subtleties that were very relevant to us in terms of things the Marines were doing as part of the allied strategies. The tour is a long one with a lot of driving and walking. Our day was quite chilly, windy and rainy, nonetheless, Gustavo's passion endured. Walking amongst the gravesites proved to be very emotional.
Shaun M.United States
Great day with Gustavo!
Your Paris tour itinerary
Places visited: - La Pointe du Hoc (rangers mémorial). Quick stop. - Omaha Beach (memorials and beach). Driving and going down to the beach. - Coleville cemetery and the visitors center. 1 hour stop roughly. - Arromanches (artificial harbor). Lunch, photos, souvenirs. Eventually and depending on our Schedule: - The German battery at Longues Sur Mer. Quick stop. - Juno Beach (Cosy's Pillbox). Quick stop. This is a suggested itinerary, however there are other options. Here are some examples that you can ask the same day: US: Utah and Omaha Beaches. Canada: Juno beach visitors center, Beny sur mer Canadian war cemetery. UK: Long beach, Pegasus bridge memorial, Arromanches museum. Also to mention the Memorial de Caen (beware that this is a long stop) if you want to include it. We can discuss what can fit in the day, the same morning.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation
Minivan or sedan car. (depending on the number of traveler)
What's included
Other: My services as a seasoned driver-guide, transportation fees like tolls, gas or parking, liability insurances & VAT10 %.
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Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: The standard tour price is for pickup/drop-off at any hotel in Paris.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Tour reference number
59959
Languages
Spanish
French
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
4.9
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Paris best suited for?
This private tour is ideal for history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in World War II and the Normandy landings. It's also perfect for travellers who want a personalized experience with a knowledgeable guide like Gustavo Z., who can offer deep insights into the historical significance of the sites visited. Families with children will find it suitable as well, given its kid-friendly nature.
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12 hours
30 minutes
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-7 people
Your party size
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Tour date
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12 hours
30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-7 people
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Tour date
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