Overview
Explore the island of Mont-St-Michel, one of the most popular attractions in France with its medieval village and its stunning views on the largest bay in Europe. This historical site was declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1979. The place is surrounded by vast sandbanks and becomes an island only when the tides are very high.
Originally called Mont-Tombe, the island became known as Mont-Saint-Michel in the 8th century due to a vision of a bishop that built the first sanctuary in 708.
After that, the site turned into a pilgrimage site and in 966 a Benedictine abbey was built. Later, the island had been fortified and resisted the wars in 14th and 15th centuries. Then the site became a state prison under the French revolution until Napoleon III decided to close it in 1863.
You will learn about the architecture but also the legends of the site with an opportunity to eat one the three local dishes : soufflé omelet, lamb or mussles.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Free shuttle
Private transportation
Guiding services
Parking fees
Bottle of water
Entrance fees for the abbey - (13€ per person)
Lunch of the participants
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Mont-Saint-Michel
5 hours
Explore this island with its medieval village and its famous abbey overlooking the bay, whose foundations were laid in 708 by Bishop Aubert in honour of the Archangel St Michael.
In the 10th century, the Benedictines settled there and the place became a major place of pilgrimage.
The building of the abbey will be done over a period of 1300 years from the simple construction of a sanctuary through the periods of Romanesque and Gothic architecture.
From the 14th century onwards, successive conflicts during the Hundred Years' War between France and England made it necessary to build new powerful fortifications defended by knights sent by the King of France.
In the 17th century, the abbey became a prison that closed in 1863 under Napoleon III trying to develop the tourisme industry. In 1969, a religious community returned after having been chased under the French Revolution. 10 years later.
We will have 3 hours of transportation within the Tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Paris).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 7 travelers per booking
FAQs about Mont Saint-Michel - Private tour
Can I cancel Mont Saint-Michel - Private tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Free shuttle
- Private transportation
- Guiding services
- Parking fees
- Bottle of water
What's not included?
- Entrance fees for the abbey - (13€ per person)
- Lunch of the participants
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, French.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness.
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