normandy, france
Join Major General (ret) Trey “Lou” Rawls and our good friend, Marine Colonel (ret) Doug Douds on a special expedition from Paris to the historic beaches of Normandy — Omaha, Utah, Gold, Juno, and Sword. You’ll walk in the footsteps of the greatest generation on the cliffs at Pointe du Hoc, visit the American Cemetery, explore key battle sites from D-Day and the Normandy campaign, and gain deep insights into the strategy, courage, and sacrifice that changed the course of history.
16 june - 22 june, 2027
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"They fight not for the lust of conquest. They fight to liberate."
– President Franklin D. Roosevelt, June 6, 1944
an immersive historical journey
Picture yourself standing on the sands of Omaha Beach at sunrise, the cliffs of Pointe du Hoc behind you, the white crosses of the American Cemetery ahead. This is more than a tour — it's a deeply moving, expertly guided week designed for those who want to honor the past, understand what it cost, and travel alongside people who feel the weight of it too.
We begin and end in Paris, with six days based in the charming medieval town of Bayeux — your home base for exploring Omaha, Utah, Gold, Juno, and Sword.
Walk in the footsteps
of the Greatest Generation.
escape
experience
dine
Enjoy private, chef-hosted dinners at the villa featuring fresh, local ingredients — plus one unforgettable evening crafting Provence-inspired cocktails with a local mixologist.
Learn the secrets of Provençal cooking in a hands-on class at the home of a friend in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, then pair it all with a guided tasting of regional wines during an e-bike tour through the Luberon's vineyards.
Every bite and sip is a chance to connect, laugh, and make memories that outlast the trip.
savor provence with all your senses
escape
experience
dine
Take in the breathtaking scenery slowly as you pedal an e-bike through the Luberon's lavender fields and hilltop villages, then wind down with a sound bath and aromatherapy session right at the villa.
Explore Gordes, one of France's most breathtaking hilltop villages, with a guided creative workshop where you'll craft your own handmade silver charm — then close the week with a chauffeured tour through the countryside in a vintage Citroën 2CV.
Every moment is crafted to nourish your mind, body, and soul.
lavendar fields and village escapes
Col. USMC (Ret.) · Guest Historian
Dr. Doug "Howdy" Douds
A retired Marine Colonel with 27 years of service, Doug flew F/A-18 Hornets in combat over Bosnia, Kosovo, and Iraq — over 3,000 flight hours, 135 combat missions.
He now serves on the U.S. Army War College faculty and has led staff rides across the Normandy battlefields for more than sixteen years. He's also a licensed Gettysburg battlefield guide, and will appear in an upcoming Tom Hanks WWII documentary.
For six days, he's your own personal guide.
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$6,950 pp · 12 Travelers Maximum
This journey is capped at twelve travelers to keep it personal. Apply below, and we'll follow up with full details.