D-Day Battle Tours
D-Day Battle Tours
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Rene van Oirschot, Monica Baan and Ellwood Von Siebold of D-Day Battle Tours will provide you with one of the most memorable Normandy D-Day tours. D-Day Battle Tours offers you a quality choice of World War Two D-Day tours with Normandy tours tailor made to match your time schedule and level of interest. D-Day Battle Tours is an established tour company located in the centre of Sainte Mere Eglise, Normandy. We aim to provide a battlefield tour experience which is informative, flexible and memorable for you and your group.
Sainte-Mere-Eglise, Basse-Normandie, France
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Jeffrey S
Hemmingen, Germany1 contribution
Oct 2021
I signed up with D-Day Battle Tours in preparation for a trip to Normandy France and specifically Sainte Mere Eglise to trace the invasion parachute drops and routes from the beaches at Utah and Omaha. I was drawn to the D-Day Battle Tours because of the convenience of begging with Saint Mere Eglise where I was staying then for a day tour of the major sites to include the Parachute drop and battle in Saint Mere Eglise, the battle of Saint Marie Du Mont, Pointe Du Hoc, the invasion beaches and other battle sites along the way. My tour guide Monica was very thorough, knowledgeable, entertaining and passionate about educating me on what happened there on June 6th 1944 and days afterwards. The price was inexpensive compared to others and there was no doubt I got my money's worth. This tour company is amazing and so is Monica. You wont be sorry.
Written October 12, 2021
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Joe F
Cary, NC461 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Had a great full day private tour with our tour guide Monica. Although the weather, cold, rain, and windy, wasn’t the best, Monica was able to adjust due to the elements without losing the impact of June 6, 1944. Instead of spending long amounts of time outdoors she added more indoor stops, such as churches, that played a critical role during the invasion. Monica is a history buff with a wealth of knowledge and information, she has many human interest stories. She lives in Sainte Mere l’Eglise so she knows the local area. Looking for a good tour….. look no further than D-Day Battle Tours.
Written April 16, 2022
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Killerkangaroo
2 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Monica was clearly very passionate about the history behind the D-Day landings. She even took us to lesser known places that give a very complete feel of all there is to see in Normandy related to WW2, such as an area with bunkers with an amazing view of Omaha beach.
What really made the three day private tour for us was that she was able to provide such personal stories from veterans at the different sites, along with the bigger picture invasion strategies. Having someone who personally knew many of the veterans who fought there really made the tour feel like it was really bringing us as close to the history as possible.
The three day private tour let us go to all 5 landing beaches, and sites in those sectors, Pointe du Hoc, along with many of the airborne sites (which were a personal favorite).
What really made the three day private tour for us was that she was able to provide such personal stories from veterans at the different sites, along with the bigger picture invasion strategies. Having someone who personally knew many of the veterans who fought there really made the tour feel like it was really bringing us as close to the history as possible.
The three day private tour let us go to all 5 landing beaches, and sites in those sectors, Pointe du Hoc, along with many of the airborne sites (which were a personal favorite).
Written August 27, 2022
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J Tot
1 contribution
Aug 2020
I have recently returned to the UK after visiting Normandy. Myself and my wife and our four children aged 15,14,12 and 8 hired Monica Baan to show us around the Normandy battlefields. It was the first time doing this trip and I simply cannot recommend it or Monica enough. Monica's knowledge is second to none and the tour itself is very informative. I have already recommended Monica to my friends and family back home in England. Not only is she clearly an expert on the Normandy invasion but she is a thoroughly pleasant person to spend the day with.
Written August 17, 2020
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ricopetro
San Diego, CA15 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
We were privileged to have Monica as our guide and driver for a five day tour of Normandy, Brittany and the Loire Valley. She is an incredible expert on WW2 and the Normandy invasion in particular and loves sharing her particular experiences and meetings with the survivors. Our trip also included stops at Rouen, Bayeux, several chateaux, Chartres, wine and Calvados tastings, and the American Cemetary. Monica booked great small hotels we wouldn’t have found on our own and set up excellent dinners each night. She was a pleasure to be with.
Written May 18, 2023
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AnneK
11 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
Our day with Monica could not have been better (except for weather- though it made the landing days feel a bit more real...). She was passionate, knowledgeable, flexible, and charming to all. We had a fast schedule which she kept us on but I don't feel like we had any gaps. We all learned so much, appreciated so much, and valued her long history and personal experiences all along the way. Totally five stars and highly recommended.
Written June 26, 2023
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Michele G
2 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
Monica was FABULOUS! With her encyclopedic knowledge and wonderful personality, Monica brought our tour of the D Day sites to life. We loved spending the day with her, hearing all the stories of the people and heroes, and gaining a deep understanding of this historic area. It was a tour that will stay with us forever.
Written May 19, 2024
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Gina
Modesto, CA9 contributions
Jul 2022
Our family of 4, including two 20-somethings, cited our tour with Rene as the highlight of our European vacation. His knowledge and passion for the area and the history came through in every detail he shared. We loved the personal touches and stories from actual veterans. The American Cemetary was stunning and incredibly emotional. We made it in time for taps and the flag lowering.
The towns of Bayeux and Sainte Mere Eglise are charming. We will definitely be back for a longer stay in this region.
Communication and booking with Monica were seamless and much appreciated.
The towns of Bayeux and Sainte Mere Eglise are charming. We will definitely be back for a longer stay in this region.
Communication and booking with Monica were seamless and much appreciated.
Written August 4, 2022
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AllisonL
2 contributions
Oct 2019
We had an amazing tour with Rene last fall. Rene is so knowledgable of the war, his interest and passion of this time in history runs in his blood. We felt blessed to have had him as our tour guide, we learned so very much and definately part of our high point in our trip!
Written September 29, 2020
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ATLFAMGUY
Roswell, GA3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Monica was outstanding! Cannot say enough. She accommodated my very last minute request and made the experience way beyond expectations. I never thought I would get to walk in the actual steps where my father walked in June, July, and August of 1944. An indescribable experience I can now share with my siblings and my children. Thank you so much Monica for an experience of my lifetime!
Written November 12, 2023
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ladyazerae
Kingsport, Tennessee
Hello, Do you by any chance pick up from the Le Harve cruise terminal for a 1 day private tour for a party of 6 ?
Written April 6, 2018
I'm sorry we don't do pick ups from Le Havre.
Regards, Monica Baan
Written April 7, 2018
René v
Sainte-Mere-Eglise, France
Hi,
Thanks for your enquiry, but before I can answer your question I need to have some more details:
-Which date?
-How many people is your group?
-Do you want a shared group tour or a private tour?
-Do you want a 1, 2 or 3-day tour?
-Do we have to pick you up or do you drive to Ste Mere Eglise yourself to join the tour? If we have to pick you up, where will this be?
If you can let me know this, would be great.
Looking forward hearing from you,
Rene
Written March 7, 2018
We will arrive on the 5th of august 2016 @ lecomoran camping.We heard about the intresting tour and would like to know what the costs are ?
We think we will aee more than when u go on a walk,wandering in noman's land.Hope u can inform us so we can calculate this within our budget.Thank u very much.
Grtz Marcel Lebis from the netherlands.
Written July 24, 2016
Hi, sorry didn't see your message through trip advisor before, would you please send your email address to info at ddaybattletours com (in Dutch is ok).
Kind regards, Monica Baan
Written August 5, 2016
Hello, I will be in Paris in mid-June and would like to do a quick trip out to do one of your tours. What is your website so I can find more information about how to book and prices? Ann
Written May 1, 2016
I do not believe that Sainte-Mere_Eglise is the town I am looking for. What I know of where I want is that it was basically destroyed in WW-II and never rebuilt, but kept in that condition more or less as a monument. Can I get a response via E-mail: WYVERNWEYR - I really would like to visit there.
Written April 12, 2016
I do not believe that Sainte-Mere_Eglise is the town I am looking for. What I know of where I want is that it was basically destroyed in WW-II and never rebuilt, but kept in that condition more or less as a monument.
Written April 12, 2016
The town you are thinking of is Oradour sur Glane. Raised to the ground with all the inhabitants ( bar one ) killed by the 2nd SS Panzer Regt. on 10th June 1944.Turned into a permanent monument, the village is exactly as it was found when the SS left.
A salutary reminder of the gratuitous brutality carried out during WW2, but sadly similar acts have been carried out from then until now!!!!
Written April 12, 2016
Don R
Metairie, Louisiana
Could we arrange for a guide to pick up 4 people at Sainte Mere Eglise---take us to Omaha Beach for a 2 hour visit then take us back to Cherbourg on May 5, 2015. Approximate cost?
Written February 27, 2015
René v
Sainte-Mere-Eglise, France
Hi Don. Thanks for your enquiry. May is a busy month for us and need all our capacity for our full day tours.
Only possibility we have is a private tour at 600 Euro. It's about 30 min. from Sainte Mere Eglise to Omaha and 60 min. From Omaha to Cherbourg, giving you 30 min. at Omaha beach.
Rene
D-Day Battle Tours
Written March 3, 2015
We are a family of 6 needing a guide for a tour of the D-Day area on June 4, 5 and 6, English speaking. We previously toured the area six years ago with Graham Hollands, but he is fully booked. Our hotel is La Chen eviere. Please advise. 1-949-548-077, Corona del Mar, CA 92625
Written February 14, 2015
We did lots of Internet research and Elwood with DDay battle tours is truly the best. He has interviewed many men and their family members who were there during the invasion so his information is factual yet fascinating.
Written February 15, 2015
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