If you're descended from an American hero of WWII, we can help you uncover your family history and walk in your forebearer's footsteps. Our Next of Kin European tours begin with months of research by the Normandy American Heroes team, searching for your family member in all the WWII After Action Reports and in documents in the National Archives in Washington, D.C. Based on the details we discover, we'll design a completely custom tour that brings to life your forebearer's experience.
Our Next of Kin European tours are both inspiring and luxurious. Based on your specific interests, we'll explore not only history, but also culture, art, music, and gastronomy, all in first-class accommodations.
For a €900 fee, Normandy American Heroes can provide detailed research on your family member's experience in WWII and create a custom itinerary to follow in their footsteps. This fee will be deducted from your total custom tour cost should you decide to travel with Normandy American Heroes.
Make your next holiday a deeply personal and unforgettable adventure, as you walk the path of your personal American hero.
Our team, including a National Archives Specialist, will uncover your family's history from vast WWII documents.
Our tour guides provide unparalleled knowledge, qualifications, & experience
Sit back in first-class comfort, as you enjoy air conditioning and Wi-Fi in between tour stops
Relax from the moment you arrive. Transportation provided on the first and last day of tours.
Decompress from the day in private rooms at refined, stylish hotels in every town (free Wi-Fi included)
Choose your activity level, from full days of walking tours to a more balanced blend of walking and rest
Enjoy delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day of your tour, for a full sensory experience
Enrich your tour with curated, emotionally moving museum experiences at no additional cost
Rudy Passera is the founder of Normandy American Heroes and serves as a guide for private group tours. To Rudy, historical tours are his business—but they mean much more than that. He intends for Normandy American Heroes tours to be a bridge between Europe, the U.S., and its allies, providing lessons that we all must learn from.
Rudy is the only Interpretive Guide who has worked both for the Normandy American Cemetery/La Pointe du Hoc and the Utah Beach Museum. He has also served three times as the Master of Ceremonies for the International Commemoration at Utah Beach. His unparalleled expertise and passion for preserving the legacy of WWII make him a leading authority on the history of the conflict.
Every guide on the Normandy American Heroes team has been personally trained by Rudy, ensuring that his extensive knowledge, meticulous research, and deep respect for history are carried forward in every tour. Under his guidance, our team upholds the highest standards, offering an immersive and historically rich experience that honors the bravery, competence, and devotion to duty demonstrated by the heroes of WWII.
