Mont Saint Michel Day Trip from Paris

Summary

Mont Saint Michel is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular tourist destination in France. It is a popular destination for guided day trips from Paris. The trip can be arranged through a variety of tour operators. The Mont Saint Michel is a rocky island located in the Bay of Saint Michel, about 25 kilometers off the coast of Normandy. The island is dominated by the Mont Saint Michel monastery, which is one of the most popular tourist destinations in France. The monastery is home to a number of art treasures, including the Holy Grail and the Crown of Thorns. The Mont Saint Michel day trip from Paris is a popular option for tourists. The trip can be arranged through a variety of tour operators. The trip begins with a transfer from Paris to the port of Saint Michel. From the port, the tour operators will take you on a boat ride to the island. The trip takes about two hours and includes a stop at the monastery. The tour operators will then take you back to the port. The Mont Saint Michel day trip from Paris is a popular option for tourists. The trip can be arranged through a variety of tour operators. The trip begins with a transfer from Paris to the port of Saint Michel. From the port, the tour operators will take you on a boat ride to the island. The trip takes about two hours and includes a stop at the monastery. The tour operators will then take you back to the port.

Description

Mont Saint Michel Day Trip from Paris

Head to the coast of Normandy to visit the picturesque island of Mont-Saint-Michel on this day tour from Paris. You'll receive an orientation from your expert guide, and then enjoy free time to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site independently, visit the Mont Saint Michel’s Abbey on an audio-guided tour (admission ticket is included), or wander the hilly streets at your leisure. Transportation is by private air-conditioned coach from Paris.

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Points Of Interest

• 60 minutes: 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.
• 120 minutes: 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.

Additional Information

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women to enter to the Church