Allow us to transport you from Paris to one of the most iconic sites in all of France, the island of Mont Saint-Michel. This fabulous tour offers a hassle-free way to explore the island during a day trip from Paris with plenty of free time ensuring you don’t have to adhere to a schedule.Board your private bus and settle into your seat, relax while taking in the beauty of the French countryside. Half-way through your journey enjoy a pit stop which gives you a chance to grab some breakfast or just stretch your legs.As we approach the magnificent island, which depending on the tides is either encircled by water or by mud flats, your knowledgeable guide will prepare you for what is to come by providing some background information on the awe-inspiring UNESCO-listed island.Listen to interesting anecdotes about the history of this abbey, the island, and the surrounding region of Normandy, whose stunning scenery should be visible through the windows of the bus.Upon arrival on the island, your guide will show you around during an orientation tour that will ensure you manage to see all the most important attractions, leaving you outside the most famous of them all, the hilltop Abbey of Mont Saint-Michel. After getting to grips with the layout and major points of interest, you will have a few free hours to explore by yourself at a sightseeing pace that matches your desired speed and stamina.You can soak up the splendour of the abbey's interior by self-guiding through an audio app, or simply stroll the wonderfully picturesque streets in search of the perfect photo opportunity.You may also want to sit down for lunch at an establishment of your choosing. Your guide can recommend restaurants to quell your cravings and match your budget. Options range from wooden rafter-adorned dining rooms serving rustic meat-focused fare to sophisticated restaurants with bay-view terraces where seafood from the surrounding waters takes center stage. For a more casual and characteristically Breton feed, why not stop by one of Mont Saint-Michel’s crêperies and feast on galettes (buckwheat pancakes) paired with Normandy cider?After taking in the breath-taking sights that Mont Saint-Michel offers and indulging in fine cuisine your air-conditioned coach will return you to Paris.Important information – There may be restrictions• Please note that your self-guiding app should be download on your smartphone prior to tour. Credentials and download instructions will be provided on your voucher upon booking. Once downloaded, the app can be used offline. Please ensure that you bring earphones and have enough battery on your phone to enjoy all the content of the self-guided app once inside the Abbey of Mont Saint Michel.• We strongly recommend all clients who are traveling with infants to bring their own infant or child seat. It is the responsibility of the parent or guardian to ensure the safety of their child.• For the comfort of all passengers, hot beverages and food are not permitted on the bus.