From Paris: Mont Saint Michel Day Trip with a Guide

Highlights

  • Enjoy this guided tour from Paris to admire the mesmerizing Mont Saint Michel
  • Sit back and relax with round-trip transportation by private coach from Paris
  • Hear captivating commentary throughout the day from your passionate guide
  • Immerse yourself in the history of this isolated hunk of granite
  • Have ample free time to explore Mont Saint Michel at your own pace

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Duration 14 hours

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Live tour guide

English

Overview

Experience the magic of Mont Saint Michel with a guide, before visiting the hilltop abbey with an informative audio guide on a day trip from Paris. Enjoy some free time to explore this unique village.

Mont Saint-Michel Day Trip from Paris: Guided Abbey Tour & Exploration

Experience the “Wonder of the West” on this comprehensive full-day tour to Mont Saint-Michel from Paris. Leave the city behind and travel through the scenic Normandy countryside to reach the iconic UNESCO World Heritage island. This tour combines the expertise of a professional guide with the freedom of independent exploration, ensuring you capture the magic of this medieval masterpiece.

Tour Highlights

  • Seamless Round-trip Transport: Relax in a comfortable, climate-controlled coach from central Paris.

  • Expert Storytelling: Learn about the island’s legendary history and architectural secrets from your live guide during the journey.

  • Guided Orientation: Navigate the winding, narrow streets with a guided walk to the island’s summit.

  • Abbey Audio Tour: Skip the guesswork with an immersive audio-guided visit to the magnificent Mont Saint-Michel Abbey.

  • Free Time: Enjoy the flexibility to shop, take photos, or walk along the historic ramparts at your own pace.

Experience the Magic of Normandy

Your journey begins in Paris, where you’ll board a private coach. As you head toward the coast, your guide will share fascinating tales of monks, prisoners, and the strategic battles that shaped the island’s history.

Upon arrival, you will follow your guide through the village’s steep, cobblestone paths for an orientation tour. You’ll be led to the crown jewel of the island: the hilltop Abbey. Once inside, use your provided audio guide to discover the Gothic architecture, the serene cloister, and the refectory.

After the tour, the afternoon is yours. Whether you want to witness the dramatic tide changes of the bay or find the perfect souvenir in a local boutique, you’ll have ample time to soak in the atmosphere.

Dining in Mont Saint-Michel

Indulge in the flavors of Normandy during your free time. Choose from:

  • Traditional Creperies: Savory buckwheat galettes paired with sparkling local cider.

  • Gourmet Dining: Sophisticated seafood restaurants featuring panoramic views of the Atlantic.

  • Rustic Eateries: Hearty local meat dishes served in historic, timber-framed dining rooms.

Important information

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen

Not allowed

  • Baby strollers
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • This tour involves a fair amount of walking and stairs
  • The activity provider is unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs as well as guests with strollers or baby carriages on group tours
  • If you are traveling with an infant, it is strongly recommended that you bring your own infant or child seat
  • Please note there is a free shuttle between the Mont St Michel coach parking and the town. In Spring and Summer, you may be required to wait due to the popularity of the site.
  • Please note that you will need to download an app to listen to the audio guide on their phone. Once downloaded, the audio guide can be enjoyed offline
  • Please download the app prior to the tour, bring headphones, and ensure that your phone has enough battery power
  • Download instructions will be provided in your voucher after booking

Itinerary

Starting location

Église Notre-Dame de Compassion

Bus/coach

4.75 hours

Mont Saint-Michel

4 hours

Guided tour, Free time

Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey

75 minutes

Visit, Self-guided tour

Bus/coach

4.75 hours

Finish at

Pl de la Prte Maillot, Paris, France

Price Includes

Roundtrip transportation by air-conditioned bus
Mont Saint Michel Abbey entry ticket
Self-guided audio app for Mont Saint Michel Abbey
Local guide
Walking tour of the island

Price Excludes

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Tips
$103 / person

Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before.

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