Private Mont Saint-Michel - Bayeux or Caen
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $973 / person
- Location
- Caen
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- EN, FR
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- ACSM-Tours
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 17
- Group price
- $973 per vehicle, up to 7 people
In demand: 12 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 16.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Mont-Saint-Michel
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.
What's included
Included
Free shuttle
Access free to the island
Guiding services
Gasoline
Private transfer
Tolls
Parking fees
Bottle of water
Not included
Lunch of the participants
Entrance fees for the abbey 16 euros per pers.
Pickup Locations & Times
Specify the pick-up place
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Mont Saint-Michel - Bayeux or Caen take?
Private Mont Saint-Michel - Bayeux or Caen lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Private Mont Saint-Michel - Bayeux or Caen cost?
Prices start at $973 per person for this Caen experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Mont Saint-Michel - Bayeux or Caen run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Does Private Mont Saint-Michel - Bayeux or Caen sell out?
It can: 12 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Private Mont Saint-Michel - Bayeux or Caen for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Specify the pick-up place Pickup points include Domaine de Bayeux, Hotel Au Depart.
What languages is Private Mont Saint-Michel - Bayeux or Caen offered in?
The experience is available in EN, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Mont Saint-Michel - Bayeux or Caen worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by ACSM-Tours.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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