Private full day tour of Bayeux and Caen

Overview

Join this private full day tour to visit Bayeux and Caen in the Normandy region. After being picked up from your accommodation in Bayeux, you'll meet your English speaking driver / guide who is an expert on the history and culture of Normandy, they will go over the program and itinerary of the day with you. Then, you'll begin to make your way to the Tapestry Museum of Bayeux, an absolutely unique part of the UNESCO World Heritage, in a spacious Mercedes minivan. The vehicle is equipped with an on board P/A system that allows you to hear the commentary of your driver/guide no matter where you are seated.Afterwards you'll visit the Bayeux Cathedral, a true present day architectural gem. Once you have explored Bayeux, this private tour of Normandy will take you to Caen to continue following the footsteps of William the Conqueror, who was later buried there.You'll be able to explore Saint Stephen’s Abbey, the castle of Caen (home to the Normandy museum and the Museum of Fine Arts) or visit the Caen Memorial Museum if the historical part of Caen is not to your wishes. It is possible to adapt the tour and include the visit of the Caen Memorial Museum. Here, you'll be able to discover the different exhibitions that are dedicated to World War II in general and the Battle of Normandy in particular. The museum also showcases an exhibition dedicated to the Cold War and has just put in place an immersive 19 minute long movie to better understand the common European History.On this small groups tour you will be able to discover how William the Conqueror has influenced the two beautiful cities of Bayeux and Caen! The Bayeux town center offers lots of good restaurants and small shops where you will be able to enjoy a good lunch and buy souvenirs for friends and family.

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