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Ports of Call Tours hosted by Normandytour

10 hours (approx.)

Up to 6 travelers

Meet everyone at the start point

Mobile ticket

Offered in English

About

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 ...
  • 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

    Pickup point

    Multiple pickup locations offered. During checkout you will be able to select from the list.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    This is a typical itinerary for this product

    Stop atAbbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel

    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

    4 hours (approx.)Admission included

    Stop atLa Chapelle-Saint-Aubert

    See the oldest building of the Mont St Michel at low tide, the Aubert chapel built around 711CE

    30 minutes (approx.)Admission included

    Stop atScriptorial d'Avranches, musee des manuscrits du Mont Saint-Michel

    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.

    1 hour (approx.)Admission included

    Stop atCornille Havard - Fondeur de Cloches

    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.

    1 hour (approx.)Admission included

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Please specify any dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Price is per car with a maximum of 6 people per booking
  • Tour Guide and Driver will wear a mask and/or a safety shield and virus safety shield is installed in the Van

Cancellation Policy

Free Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Trip to Mont-Saint- Michel

john_l, Apr 2023

Igor was extremely knowledgeable and kept the family ( who likes to stray) on track. Nice presentation and pace. Made for a great day!

Responses from igor r

Thank you very much for this very kind review.

It was great to have you on tour that day.

Best regards

Mont St. Michel

cynthia b, Jul 2021

We had a perfect day. We learned a lot, saw a magnificent monument and ate a delicious meal. I highly recommend Igor's tour.

Responses from igor r

Thank you very much Ms Brown,

I wish you and your wonderful family a great time in Bruges

Great Tour

ewaldpajak, Jun 2020

What a fantastic and knowledgeable guide !

I can only veru highly recommend.

Not only I had a lot of fun, but also learned a lot.

Very nice Van, clean, fresh water always ready.

Perfect guide

Responses from igor r

Thanks very much Mr Pająk for this very kind review.

Take care.

A day at M’ont Saint Michel

fredpruja, May 2020

The guide, Igor, picked us up at our rental house in a comfortable car. Organisation was great. He is very nice and helpful. His knowledge about mont saint michel is very extensive. The place is so beautiful, Mont Saint Michel Abbey, the views, architecture... A must visit!

Responses from igor r

Thank you very much Fred for this very kind review.

On these difficult times it is like a rainbow in my sky.

Take care of you and your family.

Igor

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