With 2025 marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, this tour incorporates some of the war’s most significant related sites in London, Normandy and Berlin. From the Cabinet War Rooms in London to the D-Day beaches in Normandy and on to Berlin, your expert Tour Director and specialist local guides enhance your understanding of this momentous period in history.
Itinerary Highlights
Explore the Cabinet War Rooms in London
Walk the D-Day beaches in Normandy
Stunning Boat trip in Halong bay
Explore Berlin
Wreath-Laying Ceremony
What’s included
Private tours for most included activities
Meet & greet airport service
Luxury or boutique accommodation at your chosen level
Expert guides in each destination
flexibility
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Day 1
Fly to Vietnam
Day 1
Arrive in London, Cabinet War Rooms & Guards Museum
Transfer from the airport to the heart of London and in the company of the Director, visit the Cabinet War Rooms; the wartime bunker beneath Westminster where Churchill’s government met over 100 times from 1940 – 1945. The tour includes the adjacent Churchill Museum and finishes with a private lunch. Walk the short distance along Whitehall, past Downing Street to your hotel. Before dining independently, enjoy a private after-hours visit to the Guards Museum.
Day 2
American Cemetery, Imperial War Museum (Duxford) and American Air Museum
Depart to Cambridge, stopping en route to visit the American Cemetery and Memorial at Madingley. Afterwards have a light lunch at the Eagle pub in Cambridge with its famous RAF ceiling. Later you will be welcomed by the Director to the Imperial War Museum, Duxford, set within the grounds of the famous former wartime airfield. The impressive American Air Museum stands as a memorial to the 500,000 American airmen who flew from British bases during the war and to the 30,000 who died. This evening enjoy an after-hours private visit to the Household Cavalry Museum in the company of the Director before dining independently.
Day 3
Southwick House and D-Day Museum. Ferry to Normandy
In advance of arrival in Normandy, drive to Portsmouth to visit Southwick House, HQ for Allied commanders in the months before Operation Overlord. Here you will see the famous wall maps before visiting the D-Day Museum. After lunch, take a ferry to Ouistreham (dining aboard independently) and, on arrival, transfer privately to your hotel in Port-en-Bessin.
Day 4
American D-Day Sites and Wreath-Laying Ceremony
After breakfast, meet your guide, a former general in the British Army, for a full day of exploring the principal D-Day sites of the American sector. U.S. Army Rangers stormed the first drive to Pointe du Hoc on June 6, 1944. Afterwards, proceed to Omaha Beach, the most heavily contested of all the D-Day landing zones. After lunch at leisure, you will see the beautiful and evocative American Cemetery and Memorial, where a wreath-laying ceremony will be held.
Day 5
Normandy and the D-Day Beaches
Today, drive to La Cambe, where you will visit the German military cemetery containing the graves of more than 21,000 soldiers. Then head northward into the Cotentin Peninsula to visit Utah Beach, the westernmost of the five landing areas. Afterwards in St-Mère-Église visit the Airborne Troops Museum, which documents the parachute drop by the 82nd Airborne Division at the beginning of the D-Day operations (the museum includes one of the Waco gliders used). This afternoon you will see the Bayeux Tapestry, an impressive embroidered scroll of 58 panels depicting William the Conqueror’s invasion of England in 1066.
Day 6
Rommel’s HQ and Berlin
After breakfast drive to the imposing Château de la Roche-Guyon. Standing against a chalk cliff that dominates a loop in the Seine, the château became the HQ of Field Marshal Erwin Rommel in February 1944 as he prepared to counter the expected Allied invasion. After a private visit continue to Charles de Gaulle Airport for a late-afternoon flight to Berlin. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel.
Day 7
Berlin’s Remnants
Today’s tour will highlight some of the main sites associated with the Third Reich, beginning at the city’s neoclassical triumphal arch, the Brandenburg Gate, used as a symbol in frequent torch-lit rallies; only a hundred yards away, you will see the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. Later visit the Bendlerblock for a guided visit of the German Resistance Memorial Centre and the commemorative courtyard where Claus von Stauffenberg and others were shot in 1944. Lunch today will be in the Bundestag’s restaurant, located within the rebuilt Reichstag, whose dramatic glass dome symbolizes the reunification of Germany. This afternoon you will visit Bebelplatz, where thousands of books and conclude with the Topography of Terror; an indoor and outdoor museum in what was formerly Prinz-Albrecht-Strasse, a sinister address associated with the Third Reich’s security apparatus.
Day 8
Sachsenhausen, Wannsee and Berlin
Today drive north to visit the former concentration camp of Sachsenhausen. Later visit the former industrialist’s villa, where the Wannsee Conference was held on 20th January 1942, chaired by Reinhard Heydrich, Head of the Reich Security Main Office. The meeting approved a protocol drawn up by Adolf Eichmann for the Final Solution: the extermination of European Jewry, documented by the exhibition at the villa. Afterwards at Grunewald station you will see a memorial commemorating the deportation of the Jews by the Deutsche Reichsbahn. On returning to the city centre visit the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, where only the bell tower remains. The adjoining Memorial Church and Tower contain thousands of brilliant blue panels of stained glass from Chartres; the church was consecrated on the same day in 1962 as the new Coventry Cathedral in England, also a victim of wartime bombing.
Day 9
Depart Berlin
A note on price
The prices outlined above are a rough guide to give you an idea of costs and enable you to budget for your trip.
Guide prices are generally for private arrangements based on twin share, in well located, good quality accommodation (excluding international flights).
Please note costs are indicative and may vary due to a number of factors such as; travel date, hotel choice, room category, number of people travelling and prevailing exchange rates.
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When to travel
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England has a temperate maritime climate, with mild temperatures and rainfall throughout the year. The average temperature in England ranges from 5°C in winter to 20°C in summer, making it a great destination to visit all year round. However, the best time to travel to England is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is warm and sunny. If you’re looking to avoid the crowds and save money, the shoulder seasons of spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are also great times to visit.
In January, England experiences winter season, with temperatures ranging from 2°C to 7°C. The weather is usually cold, wet, and windy, with occasional snowfall in some parts of the country. It's important to pack warm clothes, such as a heavy coat, gloves, and a hat if you plan to visit England during this time. Despite the chilly weather, January can still be a great time to visit England, as there are fewer tourists, and you can enjoy the beautiful winter scenery.
In February, England still experiences winter season, with temperatures ranging from 2°C to 8°C. The weather is usually quite similar to January, with cold and wet conditions, and occasional snowfall in some areas. It's important to bring warm clothes, such as a heavy coat, gloves, and a hat if you plan to visit England during this time. Despite the chilly weather, February can still be a great time to visit England, as there are fewer tourists, and you can enjoy the beautiful winter scenery.
In March, England begins to transition to spring season, with temperatures ranging from 4°C to 11°C. The weather is still chilly, but it starts to get milder as the month progresses. There may be occasional rainfall, but overall, the weather is generally drier than in the winter months. It's still important to bring warm clothes, but you can also start to pack some lighter layers. March is a great time to visit England if you're looking to avoid the crowds and enjoy the start of spring. You can enjoy beautiful blooming flowers, crisp air, and some sunny days.
In April, England experiences spring season, with temperatures ranging from 6°C to 14°C. The weather is generally mild, with occasional rainfall throughout the month. You can start to pack some lighter layers, but it's still a good idea to bring some warm clothes, just in case. April is a great time to visit England if you're looking to enjoy the beautiful spring scenery, including blooming flowers and trees, and some sunny days. It's a great time to visit some of the country's famous gardens and parks, such as Kew Gardens or Hyde Park.
In May, England experiences spring season, with temperatures ranging from 9°C to 17°C. The weather is generally mild and pleasant, with occasional rainfall throughout the month. You can start to pack lighter clothes, such as short-sleeved shirts and dresses, but it's still a good idea to bring some warm layers for the cooler evenings. May is a great time to visit England if you're looking to enjoy the beautiful spring scenery, including blooming flowers and trees, and some sunny days. It's a great time to visit some of the country's famous gardens and parks, such as the Chelsea Flower Show or the Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh.
In June, England experiences summer season, with temperatures ranging from 12°C to 20°C. The weather is generally warm and pleasant, with occasional rainfall throughout the month. You can pack lighter clothes, such as short-sleeved shirts, dresses, and shorts, as well as some light layers for the cooler evenings. June is a great time to visit England if you're looking to enjoy the beautiful summer scenery, including lush greenery and some sunny days. It's a great time to visit some of the country's famous beaches, such as Brighton or Cornwall, or to enjoy some outdoor activities, such as hiking or cycling.
In July, England experiences summer season, with temperatures ranging from 14°C to 22°C. The weather is generally warm and pleasant, with occasional rainfall throughout the month. You can pack lighter clothes, such as short-sleeved shirts, dresses, and shorts, as well as some light layers for the cooler evenings. July is a great time to visit England if you're looking to enjoy the beautiful summer scenery, including lush greenery and some sunny days. It's a great time to visit some of the country's famous beaches, such as Bournemouth or Devon, or to enjoy some outdoor activities, such as picnicking or boating.
In August, England experiences summer season, with temperatures ranging from 14°C to 22°C. The weather is generally warm and pleasant, with occasional rainfall throughout the month. You can pack lighter clothes, such as short-sleeved shirts, dresses, and shorts, as well as some light layers for the cooler evenings. August is a great time to visit England if you're looking to enjoy the beautiful summer scenery, including lush greenery and some sunny days. It's a great time to visit some of the country's famous attractions, such as the Tower of London or Stonehenge, or to enjoy some outdoor festivals and events, such as the Notting Hill Carnival or the Edinburgh International Festival.
In September, England begins to transition to autumn season, with temperatures ranging from 11°C to 18°C. The weather is generally mild, with occasional rainfall throughout the month. You can start to pack some warmer clothes, such as light jackets and sweaters, as the evenings can get cooler. September is a great time to visit England if you're looking to avoid the crowds and enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery, including changing leaves and some sunny days. It's a great time to visit some of the country's famous historic sites, such as Bath or Oxford, or to enjoy some outdoor activities, such as hiking or cycling.
In October, England experiences autumn season, with temperatures ranging from 8°C to 14°C. The weather is generally cool and crisp, with occasional rainfall throughout the month. You should pack warmer clothes, such as jackets, sweaters, and scarves, as the weather can get chilly. October is a great time to visit England if you're looking to enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery, including changing leaves and some sunny days. It's a great time to visit some of the country's famous museums and galleries, such as the British Museum or the National Gallery, or to enjoy some seasonal activities, such as apple picking or pumpkin carving.
In November, England experiences autumn season, with temperatures ranging from 5°C to 10°C. The weather is generally cool and damp, with occasional rainfall throughout the month. You should pack warm clothes, such as jackets, sweaters, and scarves, as the weather can get chilly. November is a great time to visit England if you're looking to avoid the crowds and enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery, including changing leaves and some crisp days. It's a great time to visit some of the country's famous castles and stately homes, such as Windsor Castle or Chatsworth House, or to enjoy some seasonal activities, such as visiting Christmas markets or ice skating.
In December, England experiences winter season, with temperatures ranging from 2°C to 8°C. The weather is generally cold and damp, with occasional snowfall in some parts of the country. You should pack warm clothes, such as heavy coats, gloves, and hats, as well as some festive attire if you plan to celebrate Christmas or New Year's Eve in England. December is a great time to visit England if you're looking to enjoy the festive atmosphere, including Christmas lights and markets, or to enjoy some indoor activities, such as visiting museums or attending theater performances.
Add on’s
After experiencing the historical WW2 tour of London, Normandy, and Berlin, consider extending your journey to other significant countries involved in the war. Poland, with its rich history and Warsaw’s remarkable reconstruction after the devastation of the war, offers a profound insight into the wartime experience. Finally, a trip to Italy allows for an exploration of the Italian campaign and the country’s post-war recovery. These countries offer a comprehensive understanding of WW2 and its lasting effects on their societies.
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