Dale Booth Normandy Tours
Dale Booth Normandy Tours
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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If you are looking for a fully private, guided D-Day tour, where history is told with knowledge and passion;then book a tour with Dale Booth Normandy Tours. ( https://www.dboothnormandytours.com/dales-availability) We provide you with a personal, friendly service. Dale is an extremely knowledgeable guide with experience in the sphere since 2004. We provide tours of all the D Day beaches and inland Battles of the Normandy campaign. We do advertise our tours, however, we find our best form of advertising is word of mouth, with many of our clients returning to take other tours we provide, or they recommend our services to their friends and family. All our tours are priced the same. From 01 March to 31 October, it is our summer rate of 695 euros per day ( not per person). From 1 November to the end of February, it is our winter rate of 595 euros per day ( not per person ). We look forward to hearing from you.
Bayeux, Basse-Normandie, France
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Michelle M
DC20 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
We had originally planned to self tour with our trusty Rick Steves guide but since we only had one full day in Normandy we made the excellent decision to splurge on an American DDay tour with Dale. I strongly recommend him. 9hours flew by without ever dragging. He clearly enjoys what he does and brings that passion to your day.
His mix of history, technical military knowledge, stories of personal moments, photos, maps, etc. was very compelling. I cried, I laughed, and I learned a lot. He is able to “set the scene” and make the history so much more real than any reading we had done. I know what a Widerstandnest is!
Dale has unique stops that aren’t on the standard loop and allow you to understand the the big picture. For example, I finally understand hedgerows and their importance after years of wondering why “big bushes” created so much havoc.
I could go on and one but you get the point. If he’s available and you can afford him, don’t read anymore reviews just do it.
His mix of history, technical military knowledge, stories of personal moments, photos, maps, etc. was very compelling. I cried, I laughed, and I learned a lot. He is able to “set the scene” and make the history so much more real than any reading we had done. I know what a Widerstandnest is!
Dale has unique stops that aren’t on the standard loop and allow you to understand the the big picture. For example, I finally understand hedgerows and their importance after years of wondering why “big bushes” created so much havoc.
I could go on and one but you get the point. If he’s available and you can afford him, don’t read anymore reviews just do it.
Written March 1, 2020
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Gretchen M
Lafayette, LA3 contributions
Dec 2021
My husband and I, and his brother and sister-in-law, hired Dale to provide us a 1/2 day tour of the WW II beaches. It was amazing. We all agreed that this was the highlight of our trip. He made sure to get to know all of us so that he could provide the most personal service. He allowed us to benefit from his knowledge. It was outstanding, and I recommend all who are interested in a truly wonderful experience, to use Dale Booth to guide your way.
Written January 13, 2022
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Shyster951
Atlanta157 contributions
Nov 2021
Front start to finish this was hands down one of the very best guides I have ever retained. I've utilized private guides as a part of my travel experience from Israel, Turkey, England, Malta, Greece, and I think by now you get the idea. We came across Dale Booth who was recommended by Rick Steves France tour guide. Apparently, Rick uses Dale to guide the tours he runs to the Normandy Beaches. We only had time to see the American side of things: his book shows that he's equally capable of covering the British or Canadian sides of the invasion.
What I found out after booking but before taking his tour is that Dale co-authored a book on the Normandy invasion (D-DAY JUNE 6TH 1944: Following In The Footsteps Of Heroes (2014), available from Amazon among other places). I read it and loved it.
But the best was yet to come. My party of 4 booked a tour in November 2021, and he met us at the train station and, after we determined to stop by and get sandwiches for lunch, we got right into the tour. We used his minivan and at all the stops we made he would pop up his rear hatch and use photographs of the same area/house/road on D-Day along with other maps and media to flesh out the story of what had happened at that particular spot. And my whole group was just thrilled with the energy and fantastic attention to and retention of detail. His tour route does not replicate those taken by the large tour bus groups in that while some of the destinations are shared, the route he takes between stops was full of richer details from his commentary than keeping to the larger or main roads.
You would be very glad to retain his services if he has an opening in his schedule. Top Marks!
What I found out after booking but before taking his tour is that Dale co-authored a book on the Normandy invasion (D-DAY JUNE 6TH 1944: Following In The Footsteps Of Heroes (2014), available from Amazon among other places). I read it and loved it.
But the best was yet to come. My party of 4 booked a tour in November 2021, and he met us at the train station and, after we determined to stop by and get sandwiches for lunch, we got right into the tour. We used his minivan and at all the stops we made he would pop up his rear hatch and use photographs of the same area/house/road on D-Day along with other maps and media to flesh out the story of what had happened at that particular spot. And my whole group was just thrilled with the energy and fantastic attention to and retention of detail. His tour route does not replicate those taken by the large tour bus groups in that while some of the destinations are shared, the route he takes between stops was full of richer details from his commentary than keeping to the larger or main roads.
You would be very glad to retain his services if he has an opening in his schedule. Top Marks!
Written January 3, 2022
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Jay P
2 contributions
Jun 2022
The tour itself hit all the highlights and gave you what you expected but it also exposed us to lesser-known events with powerful stories. Taken together, the collection of sites coupled with the insightful, charismatic, and deeply knowledgeable guide (Dale Booth) made our Normandy tour the highlight of our trip. Even the people in our group that are indifferent about history were captivated by Dale’s presentation and left wanting to learn even more. I would recommend Dale Booth Tours to anyone going to Normandy and I would like to go back and take additional tours with him. I can't praise this tour enough!
Written August 7, 2022
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Coastal60696089932
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Sep 2023 • Friends
Dale is an excellent tour guide with great insights into the battle fought in Normandy. We chose a tour of the American beaches and some of the paratrooper landing zones. Dale explained both the big picture of the battle for both sides but also explained the tactics that each side utilized to achieve their goals. Thankfully, the Allied plan succeeded and the Germans were forced back. Even though I thoroughly enjoyed the tour, I would recommend trying to reserve two days of touring. The American sites that we visited were great, but there is a lot more to see including sites at the British and Canadian beaches and many sites inland that were important as the battle developed over the next couple of months. Our group had two novice historians and two people who barely knew the basics. Dale presented in such a way that both groups were engaged and interested. I consider myself a fairly knowledgeable history buff and I was very impressed with Dale's depth of knowledge.
Written October 29, 2023
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AWorldTraveler4298
4 contributions
Jun 2020 • Family
We had such an amazing tour with Dale in Normandy touring the American sites. It is worth every penny and he goes the extra mile to maximize the time during your tour. He is extremely knowledgeable, shares so many amazing pictures, and can customize the tour to your interests. Dale gives 100% during the entire day - our kids (10 and 6) enjoyed the tour so much, and they even commented that the day flew by. I wish I had had this experience as a kid, to really understand all of this history in Normandy and during the World Wars. We are so glad we booked this tour and would highly recommend it. I can’t imagine you would find a better guide.
Written June 22, 2020
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Winston22
Tucson, AZ37 contributions
Aug 2021
If you only have one opportunity to visit the D Day sites, whether it be American, British or Canadian sectors (or any combination thereof), this is your guide. Sheer passion combined with unparalleled knowledge of the subject matter and his uncanny ability to convey that information in a linear fashion, Dale Booth is simply amazing. A true master class on the subject. If you're going to travel a long distance to view the sites, you simply cannot do it any better than with Mr Booth.
Written August 26, 2021
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Steve R
1 contribution
Jun 2022
Our family of 5 did the American tour with Dale in June 2022. It was an incredible experience! He was so knowledgeable and informative about the D-Day beaches and locations. We learned so much from him including personal stories he's gained over the years from veterans who were there. Dale's passion about D-Day was evident without being info-overload. His approach really made history come alive and we were all so moved by the day. We highly recommend taking his tour and we want to come back to do more of his other tours.
Written August 9, 2022
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Tayleob
Scottsdale, AZ11 contributions
Sep 2021
My wife and I spent a day on a private 1 day American tour with Dale in September. From the beginning of the day to the end, Dale kept us fascinated with the stories and sights of the D-Day invasion. Dale brings such passion and knowledge of the invasion to the tour it gives you a sense of what took place during that fateful time. We cannot wait to come back to France to take the British tour with Dale.
Written October 2, 2021
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AjCrawford
Tacoma, WA5 contributions
May 2022
Dale Booth tours was the highlight our our trip to Normandy! He was on time, informative and was engaged throughout the day with stories, lessons and personal narratives. We knew about D -Day , but we did not KNOW about D-day until Dale explained about the German bunker positions, hedge rows, and his personal connection and stories about the everyday heros who made D-day a miracle. We highly recommend Dale Booth tours if you are in Normandy. Thanks to Rick Steves for the initial recommendation!
Written June 14, 2022
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How can we book to try and get with a group to share the cost? Do we go through you or a travel agent?
Written February 11, 2020
Hi John. Thank you for your question. I’m sorry but we only offer fully private tours not shared group tours. Sorry we can’t be of help.
Written February 21, 2020
Where does it start, how much does it cost ,are there one day tours?
Written May 28, 2019
Hi. Trip advisor doesn’t allow me to put in our website but if you put Dale Booth normandy tours in google you will find our website with all the information you need including our availability.
Thank you.
Kind regards
Debbie and Dale booth
Written May 29, 2019
Good Afternoon,
I am a veteran interested in a Normandy tour with emphasis on the American sectors.
Also interested in Saints Mere Eglise, and Pegasus Bridge etc.
It would include two adults.
It appears you are booked well in advance. How far in advance do you suggest we book for travel during a beginning of June through September travel period ?
Also, we have never traveled to France. Do you have any particular suggestions for from to and from Paris ?
Thanks in advance for your help and suggestions,
Joe Fiorello
Email is fiorello6941
Written March 23, 2019
Dear Joe
Thank you so much for contacting us regarding a tour. We are now taking bookings for next year. If you would like to take a look at our website seen at the top of the TripAdvisor post and contact us through the website once you have decided on a date and then we can deal with your booking appropriately. We look forward to hearing back from you.
Kind regards Debbie and Dale Booth.
Written March 24, 2019
liquin44
Lakeway, Texas
I’m taking my husband and 17 year old daughter to Normandy sometime between July 28- 29. Is there anyway our family can get a private tour after meeting up with you at the train Station with you on the train,
Please let us know.
Written July 7, 2018
Thank you for your enquiry regarding a tour with us but I’m sorry we have no availability for this month. Sorry we can’t be of help.
Kind regards
Debbie and dale Booth
Written July 7, 2018
Hi- I sent you an email inquiring about Tuesday, August 28th.
Best regards,
Written June 29, 2018
Hi. I have replied this morning saying that unfortunately we have no availability. Sorry we can’t be of help.
Kind regards
Debbie and Dale
Written June 29, 2018
Where you picked up in Paris for your Normandy Tour with Dale? I am traveling with 2 83 year old family members. thanks for any input you have.
Written June 27, 2018
No, we were staying in Bayeux. Dale picked us up around 9:30 am and dropped us off at the hotel around 5:30 pm.
Written June 30, 2018
Dale,
I need a guide for a group of 7 on July 28, 2018are you available, and if not. An you refer me to a private guide.
Written June 23, 2018
Thank you for your enquiry regarding regarding a tour with us in July but I’m sorry we have no availability for that month. There is a good listing of other guides here on trip advisor. Sorry we can’t be of help.
Kind regards
Dale
Written June 24, 2018
Are you available for a half day tour for my family of 5- we are coming from Canada and interested in seeing the Canada and American beaches. We are there on June 21st. Thanks
Written June 10, 2018
Thank you for your enquiry regarding a tour with us but I’m sorry we have no availability for this month. Sorry we can’t be of help
Kind regards
Debbie and Dale Booth
Written June 11, 2018
Sorry for the short notice.
Are you available as a guide for today tomorrow & Monday?
ww2 D day landings for 4 men. We are in Dieppe driving to Normandy this morning.
If you are busy, are you able to recommend anyone please?
Written May 26, 2018
Dear James
We hope you managed to find an available guide for your trip to Normandy
Written May 27, 2018
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