Late spring through early autumn works well - you'll have decent weather for full-day beach tours and accessible farm visits. Winter and early spring are quieter but can be damp, which matters when you're spending hours outdoors at memorial sites. Check before you go for seasonal hours at museums like the Caen Memorial.

Popular private tours, especially multi-day options and those combining beaches with museums, tend to book up weeks in advance during peak season. If you're flexible on dates, booking 3-4 weeks ahead usually works, but for specific tour operators or group sizes, aim for earlier if you can.

Yes, especially for WWII sites. A private guide personalizes the experience, stops where it matters to you, and often has stories a group tour misses. The food and countryside tours benefit equally from that intimate access - it's not rushed, and you're not herding through crowds at a war memorial.

Private transfers and private chauffeur services dominate the catalog here, which tells you local transport is limited. If you book accommodation in central Bayeux, you can walk the town itself, but reaching beaches or the Loire Valley usually means hiring a driver or joining a guided tour that includes transport.

Private tours usually cover transport from Bayeux, a guide, and stops at 3-5 sites (beaches, museums, memorials, or estates). Some include lunch or farm tastings. Check before you go - inclusions vary by operator and tour length.

Many private tours work with families, though a 12-hour D-Day tour might be intense for young kids. Food tours and Loire Valley trips tend to pace better for mixed ages. Discuss your group's needs when booking - private tours can often adjust itineraries.

Yes - direct private transfers run between Bayeux and Paris, and some multi-day packages build in stops in between (like Le Mans). This works better than trying to drive yourself given narrow Norman roads and the focus needed at historical sites.