Overview
Discover one of France’s most stunning attractions during this 10-hour, full-day tour of Mont-Saint-Michel. The UNESO World Heritage Site draws millions of visitors every year for its coastal, Gothic splendor. On this private tour, meet your guide in the city of Caen in the morning, after taking a train from Paris.
Following breakfast and a brief tour of Caen, hop in a private minivan and make your way to Mont-Saint-Michel. After the tour, enjoy some calvados and sausage in a village nearby before taking an evening train back to Paris.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Bottled water
Snacks
Professional art historian guide
Local taxes
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
DVD (available to purchase)
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Train tickets
Lunch
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
I will meet you at your hotel, accommodation, arrival from the Train from Paris or anywhere in CAEN or within 30 km radius from CAEN
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
What to expect
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Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel
4 hours
I will meet you at 9 AM at your place in Caen or Bayeux and drive you all the way to the Marvel.
On the way to Mt St-Michel (or on the way back according to the weather) we'll see the beauty of the Emerald Coast and I will tell you all the history of the Mont, its well kept secrets and forbidden stories.
At around 10AM we will arrive there and start our tour.
The tour will lead us to visit and explore the Abbey, the Church, the Monastery.
You will learn about the pilgrims and the history of France throughout the centuries.
After a complete tour of the Mont you'll enjoy the world famous omelette of the Mere Poulard.
After the Mont St Michel, I will drive you to Avranches to see the ancient manuscripts made by the monks from Medieval Times to the French Revolution.
There I will also show you the relic of Aubert, the founder of the Mont 1300 years ago.
Then let's go to Villedieu Les Poeles see how church bells are made in a unique factory keeping this medieval tradition.
Back by 6-7PM -
La Chapelle-Saint-Aubert
30 min
See the oldest building of the Mont St Michel at low tide, the Aubert chapel built around 711CE
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Scriptorial d'Avranches, musee des manuscrits du Mont Saint-Michel
1 hour
Learn about the medieval manuscripts of the Mont St Michel.
These books displayed are over 1000 years old.
Learn about how the monks worked at the Mont St Michel Abbey. -
Cornille Havard - Fondeur de Cloches
1 hour
Learn about church bell making, a tradition passing generation from generation for centuries.
You'll learn everything about how church bells are made, and if you're lucky you'll even see one being casted.
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
- Tour Guide and Driver will wear a mask and/or a safety shield and virus safety shield is installed in the Van
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Full-Day Tour of Mont-Saint-Michel from Caen
Can I cancel Private Full-Day Tour of Mont-Saint-Michel from Caen for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 10 hours.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
I will meet you at your hotel, accommodation, arrival from the Train from Paris or anywhere in CAEN or within 30 km radius from CAEN Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Professional art historian guide
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not included?
- DVD (available to purchase)
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Train tickets
- Lunch
Which places does it visit?
It visits Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel, La Chapelle-Saint-Aubert, Scriptorial d'Avranches, musee des manuscrits du Mont Saint-Michel, Cornille Havard - Fondeur de Cloches.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Normandytour
