D-Day 80: Germany & France
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Group Leader: Kurt Weisenburger
Requested Return Date: 6/11/2024
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This journey will take you deep into the complex and difficult history of wartime Germany and France. Experience Berlin, a unique city that survived and thrived after years of war and division. In Normandy, participate in the commemoration ceremonies of the 80th anniversary of D-Day and special World War II-themed programming. Then finish the trip with sightseeing in Paris.
Travel dates: June 2–11, 2024
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany
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Day 2: Berlin
Meet your Tour Director at the airportSee Checkpoint Charlie
Visit the Topography of Terror Museum
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Day 3: Berlin
Take a guided tour of Berlin
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Brandenburg Gate
- Kurfürstendamm
- Remains of the Berlin Wall
Tour Sachsenhausen concentration camp with an expert local guide
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Day 4: Berlin • Paris • Normandy region
Fly to Paris
Travel to the Normandy region
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Day 5: Normandy region
Participate in the 80th anniversary ceremonies that commemorate the Normandy landings
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Day 6: Normandy region
Visit the Utah Beach D-Day Museum
Experience special World War II-themed activities and programming exclusive to EF travelers
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Day 7: Normandy region • Paris
Visit Point du Hoc, the Normandy Beaches, and the American Cemetery
Travel to Paris
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Day 8: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Take a walking tour of the Latin Quarter
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Day 9: Paris
Take a guided tour of Versailles
With your expert local guide you will see:
- State Apartments
- Hall of Mirrors
- Gardens
Explore Paris on your own
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Germany
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Day 2: Berlin
Meet your Tour Director at the airportSee Checkpoint Charlie
Visit the Topography of Terror Museum
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Day 3: Berlin
Take a guided tour of Berlin
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Brandenburg Gate
- Kurfürstendamm
- Remains of the Berlin Wall
Tour Sachsenhausen concentration camp with an expert local guide
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Day 4: Berlin • Paris • Normandy region
Fly to Paris
Travel to the Normandy region
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Day 5: Normandy region
Participate in the 80th anniversary ceremonies that commemorate the Normandy landings
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Day 6: Normandy region
Visit the Utah Beach D-Day Museum
Experience special World War II-themed activities and programming exclusive to EF travelers
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Day 7: Normandy region • Paris
Visit Point du Hoc, the Normandy Beaches, and the American Cemetery
Travel to Paris
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Day 8: Paris
Take a guided tour of Paris
With your expert local guide you will see:
- Place de la Concorde
- Champs-Élysées
- Arc de Triomphe
- Les Invalides
- Eiffel Tower
Take a walking tour of the Latin Quarter
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Day 9: Paris
Take a guided tour of Versailles
With your expert local guide you will see:
- State Apartments
- Hall of Mirrors
- Gardens
Explore Paris on your own
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motor coach
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily
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Guided sightseeing
2 sightseeing tours led by a licensed local guide; 1 walking tour
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Entrances
Topography of Terror Museum; Sachsenhausen concentration camp; official D-Day 80 ceremony; Utah Beach D-Day Museum; American Cemetery; Normandy sites; Versailles
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
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