Early drive south from Glasgow to the Eurotunnel terminal area at Folkestone; plan for fuel and stretch stops — total driving ~7.5–8 hours depending on traffic.
Arrive early for Eurotunnel Le Shuttle check-in (recommended 45–60 minutes before departure for cars); the shuttle crossing is ~35 minutes but allow time for boarding and disembarkation.
Drive from Calais to your base in Caen (~2 h 45 min–3 h depending on route), scenic motorway and regional roads; aim to arrive midday/early afternoon to settle in.
Visit the Pegasus Bridge area and the Mémorial Pegasus to learn about the British 6th Airborne operation; museum typically opens around 10:00am (summer) — check season-specific hours before travel.
See the famous 11th‑century Bayeux Tapestry — museum hours commonly around 9:30–18:00 (confirm for June 2026); allow ~1 hour for the display and audio guide.
Start inland at the famous airborne town to see the Airborne Museum and the church where a paratrooper hung from the tower — museum typically opens ~10:00 but town sights are visible anytime.
Walk the dramatic cliffs and preserved German bunkers at Pointe du Hoc; the site is freely accessible though the visitor center can have limited hours (usually daytime).
Start at Arromanches to see the Mulberry Harbour remains and the 360° film about the landings; the film and site usually operate from mid-morning to early evening (entry fee applies).
Spend the afternoon at the Caen Memorial, a major museum covering WWII, D‑Day and European history; typical hours ~9:30–18:00 and allow 2–3 hours for a thorough visit.