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Mont Saint Michel Day Trip from Paris with English Speaking Guide

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14 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Head to the coast of Normandy to discover the magical island of Mont-Saint-Michel on this full-day trip from Paris. Rising dramatically from the sea, this UNESCO World Heritage site feels like stepping into a fairytale.
After an introduction from your expert guide, enjoy free time to explore the island at your own pace. Your visit includes admission to the famous Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey, where you can discover the remarkable medieval monument with a self-guided audio tour.

Wander through centuries-old halls and terraces before heading back down to explore the island’s winding streets, lined with historic stone houses, shops, and cafés.

Relax on the journey with round-trip transportation by private air-conditioned coach from Paris.

What's Included

  • Free time to explore Mont Saint-Michel Island at your own pace
  • Entry ticket to Mont Saint-Michel Abbey (If Option Selected)
  • Round-trip transport from Paris in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Place du Général Kœnig
75017 Paris, France

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End point

Place de la Porte Maillot
Paris, France

This service ends at Porte Maillot

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Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel

This tour transports you from Paris to the magical abbey-crowned island of Mont Saint-Michel, one of the most iconic sights in all of France, aboard a private bus. Offering you a hassle-free way to explore the island with plenty of free time ensuring you do not have to adhere to a rigid sightseeing schedule.As you approach the Mount Saint-Michel, your guide will provide insight on the UNESCO-listed island. Listen to interesting anecdotes about the history of the abbey, whilst admiring the views of the island and the surrounding region of Normandy Mont Saint-Michel began humbly enough in the eighth century, when – citing orders from Archangel Michael himself – a bishop built a church on this small and secluded rock island, which later expanded during the medieval era, attracting an increasingly large number of pilgrims.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Mont-Saint-Michel

You can then choose from some of the many options for lunch, ranging from dining rooms serving rustic meat-focused fare to sophisticated restaurants with bay-view terraces specializing in seafood. Alternatively, you can stop by one of Mont Saint-Michel’s crêperies and feast on galettes (buckwheat pancakes) paired with Normandy cider, for a more casual and characteristically Breton feed.In the late afternoon, re-board the bus for the return journey to Paris, which will see passengers back in the City of Lights well in advance of bedtime.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women to enter to the Abbey
  • **If 'With Mont Saint-Michel Abbey' option is selected: Please note that your self-guiding app should be download on your smartphone prior to tour. Credentials and download instructions will be provided on your voucher upon booking. Once downloaded, the app can be used offline. Please ensure that you bring earphones and have enough battery on your phone to enjoy all the content of the self-guided app once inside the Abbey of Mont Saint Michel.
  • Regular comfort stops are included during the journey to and from the destination, with access to restrooms and the opportunity to purchase refreshments.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mont Saint Michel Day Trip from Paris with English Speaking Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Free time to explore Mont Saint-Michel Island at your own pace
  • Entry ticket to Mont Saint-Michel Abbey (If Option Selected)
  • Round-trip transport from Paris in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach
  • English-speaking tour leader accompanying you throughout the day
  • Self-guided audio app for Mont Saint-Michel Abbey (If Option Selected)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Clients traveling with young children whose security cannot be ensured by a seat belt shall bring their own child restraint system to ensure the safety of their child. Please note that our coaches aren’t equipped with ISOFIX anchor points and have limited availability for 3-point seat belts. By booking this tour, parents/guardians acknowledge these requirements and accept responsibility for ensuring their children are properly restrained
  • 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. Walking from the parking to the Mont St Michel (or vice versa) takes 40 minutes.
  • Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women to enter to the Abbey
  • **If 'With Mont Saint-Michel Abbey' option is selected: Please note that your self-guiding app should be download on your smartphone prior to tour. Credentials and download instructions will be provided on your voucher upon booking. Once downloaded, the app can be used offline. Please ensure that you bring earphones and have enough battery on your phone to enjoy all the content of the self-guided app once inside the Abbey of Mont Saint Michel.
  • Regular comfort stops are included during the journey to and from the destination, with access to restrooms and the opportunity to purchase refreshments.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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