Mont Saint Michel Guided Day Trip with Abbey Entry from Paris
Description
Expand your horizons with a day trip to medieval Mont St Michel, one of France’s most iconic attractions. This magical UNESCO World Heritage island is a step out of the ordinary with its famous Gothic abbey and legendary stories. You’ll arrive after a scenic drive from Paris through the landscapes of Normandy, with a guide to brush up on your history. There’ll be plenty of time to explore the island, admire the bay views and do a little shopping. You'll have free time for lunch at Mont Saint Michel.
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The middle age jewel, one of the most impressive site in the world
A spectacular view on the bay with the Mont island in the middle
Your guide will lead you up narrow paths to the top of the tiny village for incredible Atlantic views, while revealing its fascinating history. Retrace the steps of pilgrims of the Middle Ages to discover the famous Benedictine abbey - legend has it, the Archangel Michael appeared here to the bishop of Avranches. Hear about the extreme tides surrounding the island, giving it a fairytale feel
The Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey is a stunning medieval monastery perched atop a rocky island off the coast of Mont-Saint-Michel in northern France. Founded in the 8th century, it became an important pilgrimage site and a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. Rising dramatically above the surrounding tidal flats, the abbey offers breathtaking views and is one of France’s most iconic landmarks. Today, it is a Mont-Saint-Michel UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting visitors from around the world for its history, architecture, and unique island setting. Enjoy this visit on your own !
Complete your day with a drive back through the French countryside. Back to the departure point around 8.45/9PM (approx.)
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Coach journey from Paris to Mont Saint-Michel is approx. 4-5 hours each way. The arrival back to Paris is planned around 9.30PM.
- Time spent at Mont St-Michel is approx. 4 hours
- This tour involves quite a lot of walking with steps and uphill paths so is not suitable for those with mobility difficulties
- The tour takes place all year round, so dress for the weather, including appropriate shoes!
- On September 19 and 20, the Mont Saint Michel Abbey will take part in the European Heritage Days. During these two days, admission to the Abbey will be free of charge and visits will be self-guided.
Reviews(1,266)
Wonderful experience but be prepared for a long bus trip. The drive was comfortable. Best burgers at Mont Burger!
Dear Dale, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with us! We're thrilled to hear that your visit to Mont Saint Michel was such a great experience. We know it's quite a trek to get up there since it's tucked away in the north of the country, so we really appreciate you making the journey — and we're so happy it was worth it! We hope the Abbey and those incredible views left you with some unforgettable memories. We'd love to have you back with us again soon. Thanks again for choosing us, and we can't wait to welcome you on your next visit! Kind regards, Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
Mount Saint Michel is a long drive from Paris and our Guide provided little information about the history of France and Mount Saint Michel during the long drive. She managed logistics well, but that was about it. Compared to other Viator Tours, this tour and Guide were a disappointment.
Dear Nancy, Thank you for your comment. We are sorry that your experience was not to your liking. We will investigate what happened so that this does not happen again, as we care about the quality we offer to our customers. We hope to see you again soon under different circumstances. Kind regards, Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
The walking tour & path was wonderful. It a must see adventure in the lifetime. It was the 8+ hours round trips drive from Paris to Mont St. Michel but it was worth the trip.
Dear James, Thank you very much for your comment. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the visit so much and that you found the trip to Mont Saint-Michel to be a worthwhile adventure. We sincerely appreciate your trust and kind words. It would be a pleasure to welcome you again on future excursions. Kind regards, Extime Travel (formerly Paris City Vision)
Come energized in comfortable shoes, with a raincoat. The history is fascinating, the structure is grand,the views from the top are inspirational.
Dear Kep, Thank you very much for your comment. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the experience and that you were impressed by the history, the architecture, and the views from the top. It is certainly a place that deserves to be experienced at a relaxed pace and well prepared. We hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Paris City Vision
Had a great time. thanks to khalid and crystal.
Dear traveler, Thank you very much for your comment. We are very glad to hear that you had a great time during the experience. We will pass on your thanks to Khalid and Crystal, who will be delighted to know they contributed to making your visit such a positive one. We hope to welcome you again very soon. Kind regards, Paris City Vision
Very nice experience, it is a spectacular place and very amazing history. Just a negative comment, the bus heating was not working
Estimado José, Gracias por tu comentario. ¡Nos alegra saber que hayas quedado satisfecha de tu visita al Mont Saint Michel con nosotros! Comunicaremos tus comentarios relativos a la comodidad del bus al departamento correspondiente. ¡Esperamos recibirte de nuevo en el futuro! Atentamente, Paris City Vision
The inside of the bus was beautiful and the arrival and departure were comfortable on time. The tour guide's announcement was easy to understand and fun.
Dear traveler, Thank you so much for your comment. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Mont Saint Michel and that the organization of the journey was to your liking. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future! Kind regards, Paris City Vision
The drive thru the French countryside was fantastic.
Dear Mark, Thank you so much for your comment. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed your day trip visit to Mont Saint Michel, and we look forward to welcoming you again in the future! Kind regards, Paris City Vision
Our guide was very good actually and very helpful but the 2 star rating is for the bus. For a 4 hour long trip and decide not to open the restroom for the passengers is not acceptable! Even though the bus stops midway, people may still need to use the bathroom especially the elderly and people with conditions. And upon returning to Paris, the airconditioning broke down. The upper deck of the bus was so hot we were almost suffocating due to the heat.
Dear traveler, Thank you for your comment. We sincerely regret the inconvenience you experienced during the journey. The comfort of our passengers is a priority, so we will forward your comments to the relevant department so that the issues raised can be reviewed and to help ensure that situations like this do not happen again. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again under better circumstances. Kind regards, Paris City Vision
It is nearly 5 hours going and 4 1/2 hours returning to Paris and only 3 hours on the Mont. But oh so worth the trip. The Abbey is amazing, I would have even gotten up a 1/2 hour earlier to get an extra 1/2 hour there.
Dear Pauline, Thank you so much for your comment. We are so glad to hear you thoroughly enjoyed your day trip to Normandy! We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Kind regards, Paris City Vision
