Saint-Malo

Become immersed in the events of D-Day through compelling attractions that present its every detail and discover how the Normandy region has flourished in the aftermath of World War II and honors its past.

DAY 1 – 11. August 2025

After disembarking the ship in Saint-Malo via tender boat, you will meet the guide on the pier and board a coach for the drive to Omaha Beach, one of the five historical D-Day landing beaches.

After a photo stop at Omaha Beach, where some of the most intense fighting took place, you will continue on to

Bayeux, one of Normandy's greatest medieval centers. Here, a guided walking tour of Bayeux and some free time for lunch will provide you with an excellent overview of the city.

Continuing on, you will drive to Caen, near the Normandy beaches. Caen became the hinge of the Allied advance out of their Normandy beachhead. It was also the key to the Germans’ defensive strategy. Beginning on D-Day (06. Juni 1944), it was subjected to a month of bombardment and shelling by U.S. and British forces that killed thousands of civilians and left the city largely destroyed.

Upon entering the Caen Memorial, you will receive an audio guide that will describe the museum exhibits in fascinating detail. The museum was born out of the desire to create a place for reflecting on wars based on these memorable events. Far from concentrating solely on commemoration, the Memorial – a museum for peace – presents the stakes involved in the Second World War and the course and significance of the war.

This unique museum utilizes a participatory approach to history, placing you in a multi-media historical setting, bringing the action to life with you in its midst.

After browsing the Caen Memorial, you will drive to your hotel and check-in for the evening. Das Abendessen wird im Hotel serviert.

DAY 2 – 12. August 2025

Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will drive to Arromanches to visit the D-Day Landing Museum, which is built on the site of the British artificial port that was used for supplying the troops engaged in the Battle of Normandy. The exhibits depict the planning and execution of the D-Day landings as well as the aftermath of the battle.

Later, you will drive into the heart of the Pays d'Auge region and stop in Pont-l’Evêque. There, you will visit the Calvados Experience, an immersive multi-sensory attraction that will take you through the transformation that turns apples into Calvados, Normandy’s famed apple brandy. A tasting follows, during which you will discover why Calvados is so celebrated.

In time, you will drive through the lush Norman countryside to the city of Honfleur, a former fishing village. This colorful port, located on the Seine estuary, has remained a major center for the arts for centuries. Enjoy some free time for lunch in one of the many cafés or restaurants along the port. Admire the picturesque narrow streets and the timber-framed houses of this charming perfectly preserved 13th-century Norman village.

You will then drive to Rouen for an enlightening walking tour through the most historical part of the city. You will see the Old Marketplace where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake in 1431 and the modern Joan of Arc Church completed in 1979. Other highlights include Gros Horloge Street with its belfry and a sculpted archway on which rests a Renaissance lodge decorated with clock faces that still indicate the time of the day, the phases of the moon and the days of the week. You will also discover the Law Courts, the seat of Normandy’s Parliament and the cathedral, made famous by Claude Monet’s paintings of its façade.

Afterwards, you will check into your hotel for the evening and enjoy dinner there.

DAY 3 – 13. August 2025

After breakfast at your hotel and check out, you will transfer to Calais and re-embark the ship.

Land Program Step by Step

Die Reihenfolge der besuchten Sehenswürdigkeiten kann abweichen, um Verkehrsstaus zu vermeiden. All program details and the timings indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Final itineraries with the most up-to-date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Bitte sehen Sie sich Ihre finale Reiseroute genau an, falls weitere Änderungen vorgenommen wurden.

TAG 1

07:30 Uhr Depart the ship in Saint Malo by tender

08:00 Uhr Drive to Omaha Beach with a comfort stop along the way

10:45 Uhr Photo stop at Omaha Beach

11:15 Uhr Drive to Bayeux

11:55 Uhr Guided walking tour of Bayeux

13:00 Uhr Free time for lunch

14:30 Uhr Drive to Caen

15:15 Uhr Visit the Caen Peace Memorial (with audio guide)

17:15 Uhr Drive to your hotel

17:30 Uhr Check in

From 19:30 Uhr Dinner at your hotel

Overnight at the Novotel Côte de Nacre or similar hotel

TAG 2

Frühstück im Hotel

07:50 Uhr Check out and meet your guide in the lobby

08:10 Uhr Depart for Arromanches

09:00 Uhr Visit Arromanches Museum and free time

10:15 Uhr Drive to Pont-l’Evêque

11:30 Uhr Calvados Experience and tasting

12:30 Uhr Drive to Honfleur

13:00 Uhr Free time for lunch in Honfleur

14:30 Uhr Drive to Rouen

16:00 Uhr Guided walking tour of Rouen

17:30 Uhr Check-in and free time

From 19:30 Uhr Dinner at the hotel restaurant

Overnight at the Radisson Blu Rouen or similar hotel

TAG 3

Frühstück im Hotel

09:00 Uhr Check out and drive to Calais

12:00 Uhr Approximate arrival in Calais, re-board the ship

Voraussichtliches Wetter

From May to September — 68° Fahrenheit (20° Celsius)

Was Sie mitbringen sollten

Dress is generally casual, although when visiting churches, knees and shoulders must be covered. Bring flat and comfortable walking shoes, a hat, weather-appropriate clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, camera and local currency.

Landeswährung

The Euro is the local currency, but U.S. dollars and traveler’s checks are also accepted.

Stromspannung

220 Volt We suggest bringing your own travel adaptor if you bring electric devices.

Gepäck

1 overnight piece of luggage per person is permitted due to the size of the coach luggage compartment.

Hotels

Novotel Caen Côte de Nacre: 155 Rue de la Délivrande, 14000 Caen

Radisson Blu Rouen Centre : 6-8 Rue du Donjon 76000 Rouen

* Eine Änderung der Hotels findet nur in unvorhergesehenen Fällen statt. Sollte ein Wechsel in ein vergleichbares Hotel notwendig sein, können Sie dieselbe Wertung und denselben Standard erwarten. Sie werden außerdem über diesen Wechsel informiert. Sofern Sie vor Abreise nicht über Änderungen informiert werden, wird die Übernachtung in einem der folgenden Hotels auf dieser Liste organisiert:

Das Programm für die Gäste enthält:

1 night at the Novotel Caen Côte de Nacre including breakfast and porterage service – Classic Room

1 night at the Radisson Blu Rouen including breakfast and porterage service - Superior Room

Touring and entrances as per above itinerary

Dinner on Day 1 including three courses, water or soda, wine - red or white, and beer

Dinner on Day 2 including three courses, mineral water, coffee and red or white wine

City taxes

Nicht im Programm für die Gäste enthalten

Meals or services not mentioned above

Trinkgelder für Fahrer und Fremdenführer

Hotel incidentals including laundry, mini bar and room service

Hinweis: Mehrtägige Landausflüge umfassen in der Regel ausgedehnte und längere Unternehmungen, während kürzere Ausflüge ein moderateres Programm bieten. Alle Programme sind jedoch verschieden, und die Teilnehmer sollten sich auf unterschiedliche Straßen- und Wegeverhältnisse einstellen, z. B.: Steigungen, Sand und Kies oder unbefestigte Wege. Gelegentlich wird auch Treppensteigen verlangt. Rollstuhlfahrer und Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität wenden sich bitte im Voraus an die Kreuzfahrtgesellschaft und erkundigen sich, ob die gewünschten Ausflüge ganz oder nur teilweise für ihre individuelle Situation geeignet sind.

Alle Programme an Land sind beschränkt und gelten vorbehaltlich der Verfügbarkeit. Programme, bei denen nicht die Mindestanzahl an erforderlichen Teilnehmern erreicht wird, können gestrichen werden. Die aufgelisteten Preise unterliegen Änderungen aufgrund von unerwartet eintretenden Kostensteigerungen für Transport, Landprogramme und Währungsschwankungen.

Einmal erworben, ist der Preis garantiert und unterliegt keinen weiteren Änderungen. Mid-cruise overland programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Stornierungen, die 90 Tage oder weniger vor dem Abfahrtsdatum erfolgen, unterliegen einer Stornogebühr von 100 %.