From Paris: Full-Day Mont Saint-Michel Guided Tour
Discover the history and culture of Normandy as you travel from Paris to the historical village and spectacular abbey of Le Mont Saint-Michel. On this full-day tour you will visit the village’s medieval buildings and enjoy the beauty of the French landscape as you drive through the region.
About This Tour
- FREE cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later: Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
- Duration 14 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Live tour guide: Spanish, English
Highlights
- Enjoy the scenery as you drive through the French countryside from Paris to Mont Saint-Michel
- Learn about the history of Normandy with its many invasions and wars
- Visit the Abbey and admire the Gothic buildings in the village
- Immerse yourself in the history of this isolated hunk of granite
FULL DESCRIPTION
On this full-day tour from Paris, you will discover Mont Saint-Michel, a traditional medieval Norman village. During the drive through Normandy, your guide will recount the rich history of the region marked by invasions, first by the Romans and then the Barbarians, before the region was fought over in the Hundred Years’ War. You will tour the famous Abbey and admire the Gothic buildings built on top of each other over the centuries, such as the Cloister and the Monks’ dining hall.
You will then be free to stroll around the village and let yourself be taken back to the medieval at... Read more
On this full-day tour from Paris, you will discover Mont Saint-Michel, a traditional medieval Norman village. During the drive through Normandy, your guide will recount the rich history of the region marked by invasions, first by the Romans and then the Barbarians, before the region was fought over in the Hundred Years’ War. You will tour the famous Abbey and admire the Gothic buildings built on top of each other over the centuries, such as the Cloister and the Monks’ dining hall.
You will then be free to stroll around the village and let yourself be taken back to the medieval atmosphere in its narrow paved streets. Choose from a variety of lunch options ranging from dining rooms with rustic meat to sophisticated restaurants with bay view terraces specializing in seafood. Or, stop by one of the Mont Saint Michel’s creperies to feast on galettes (buckwheat pancakes) with Normandy cider.
Included
- Transportation in a luxury air-conditioned coach
- Entrance ticket to the abbey
- Services of a licensed multilingual guide, earphones
- Guided visit of the Abbey
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Lunch or drinks
Where?
Meet your guide in front of Hotel Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel. Your guide will hold a sign with ‘ParisCityVision’ written on it.
Open in Google MapsKnow Before you go
- A warm coat is recommended during the winter period and a raincoat during summer. A good pair of walking/flat shoes are also recommended
- People with walking difficulties will not be able to reach the Abbey (many steps)
- Not allowed: pets, smoking, luggage or large bags
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
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