Morning: Depart Glasgow and enjoy a scenic drive to Stoke‑on‑Trent, stopping for a quick coffee and a stroll along the historic canals.
Afternoon: Continue south to the ferry terminal at Portsmouth, board the overnight crossing to Cherbourg, and relax on board with dinner and a deck view of the English Channel.
Evening: Arrive in Cherbourg, pick up your rental car, and drive the short 2‑hour route to your base in Caen, where you’ll settle into your hotel.
Find HotelsMorning: Head to the iconic Omaha Beach, walk the long stretch of sand, and visit the Normandy American Cemetery for a moving tribute.
Afternoon: Drive to Pointe du Hoc, climb the cliffs to see the preserved German gun emplacements and enjoy panoramic views of the landing zone.
Evening: Return to Caen for a leisurely dinner in the historic city centre, sampling local Normandy cuisine.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore Juno Beach, the Canadian landing site, and visit the informative Juno Beach Centre museum.
Afternoon: Travel to Arromanches‑les‑Bains to see the impressive Musee du Debarquement and the remnants of the Mulberry artificial harbor.
Evening: Stroll along the Arromanches harbor promenade before heading back to Caen for a relaxed evening.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit Sword Beach, the British landing zone, and explore the nearby British War Cemetery.
Afternoon: Drive to the medieval town of Bayeux to view the world‑famous Bayeux Tapestry and its historic cathedral.
Evening: Enjoy a dinner of local cider‑braised pork back in Caen, perhaps with a night walk around the illuminated Caen Castle.
Find HotelsMorning: Tour the quiet yet significant Utah Beach and its small museum detailing the American airborne operations.
Afternoon: Visit the charming village of Sainte‑Mère‑Église, famous for the iconic parachute museum and the historic church.
Evening: Return to Caen for a relaxed night, perhaps sampling a local cheese platter with a glass of Normandy cider.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart early for a scenic drive to the spectacular Mont Saint‑Michel, crossing the famous tidal causeway.
Afternoon: Explore the abbey, wander the medieval streets, and enjoy a light lunch overlooking the bay.
Evening: Head back to Caen, arriving in time for a final dinner celebrating the trip’s highlights.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Cherbourg and board the ferry back to Portsmouth, enjoying a brunch on board.
Afternoon: After disembarking, make a comfortable stopover at York (approximately halfway) for coffee and a brief walk around the historic Shambles.
Evening: Continue the final leg to Glasgow, arriving late evening and reflecting on a memorable WWII heritage adventure.
Find HotelsTotal Estimated Cost: £1,629
For a more relaxed pace, consider adding an extra night in Caen or a second night on the Mont Saint‑Michel day to explore the surrounding countryside. If you’re short on time, you can combine Utah and Omaha beaches into a single half‑day and skip the York stopover, turning the trip into a six‑day itinerary while still covering the major D‑Day sites.