Band of Brothers
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The Battlefields of D-Day and the Cultural Sites of Normandy
September 13 - 22, 2024
Along the coast of Normandy, the influence of WWII can still be felt. As you visit memorials, trenches, andmuseums, you’ll learn about the important role American forces played in the outcome of D-Day. Explore the
locations that were the backdrops for pivotal battles and take time to honor the sacrifices made by the Allied
soldiers. Tour is led by Normandy expert Col. (Ret.) Larry Saul.
Included highlights:
- Utah Beach
- Dead Man’s Corner Museum
- Omaha Beach
- American Cemetery in Colleville
- Overlord Museum
- Mont-Saint Michel
- Monet's home in Giverny
- 8 nights in handpicked hotels
- Breakfast daily
- 4 lunches
- 2 dinners with beer or wine
- 8 sightseeing tours
- Expert tour director and local guides
- Private deluxe motor coach
On this guided tour, you’ll walk for at least 2.5 hours daily across moderately uneven terrain, including cobblestone streets and paved roads.
Itinerary:
9/13 : Travel day
9/15: Sightseeing tour of the Normandy Region
9/16: Utah Beach & Dead Man’s Corner Museum
9/17: Omaha Beach & American Cemetery in Colleville
9/18: Sightseeing tour of Bayeux & Château Balleroy
9/19: Overlord Museum, Pointe du Hoc, La Cambe & Grainges
9/20: Mont-Saint-Michel & Brittany American Cemetery
9/21: Paris via Giverny
9/22: Departure
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Ready to Register?
To register or for more information, contact Amanda Nix in the OLLI office at anix@uga.edu.