Mont Saint Michel & D-Day Tour: Immersive History Experience from Paris with Tour Up
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14 Ratings
Normandy
Immerse yourself in World War II history and explore the iconic Mont Saint Michel abbey on this immersive tour from Paris. Skip the lines, enjoy comfortable transportation, and listen to fascinating stories from a professional guide.
Duration: 14 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Normandy - Pick-up from Your hotel. 3 hours drive, it’s possible to stop on the way at a rest area.
  • Normandy American Cemetery - It contains 9,387 U.S. soldiers, most of whom were killed during the Normandy Landings and the Wall of the Missing with the names of 1,557 soldiers missing in action. The cliffs leading down to the beaches contain the remnants of the German defences, including concrete casemates with memorials to the soldiers.
    At Normandy American Cemetery you’ll see as well the semicircular memorial colonnade with the sculpture “Spirit of American Youth Rising from the Waves” and large maps of military operations.
  • Omaha Beach - Learn about the huge sacrifice made by the 34 000 men who landed here on D-Day. Omaha Beach is the most popular travellers destination of the D-Day Beaches.
  • Mont-Saint-Michel - Mont Saint-Michel and visit to the Benedictine Abbey Our guide will bring you up the narrow streets of the mediaeval village towards the top to the Abbey. Usually we manage to join the Guided visit which is led by an expert on Mont Saint-Michel and its history. When it is not possible for some reason we provide the audio-guides for the Abbey’s visit. First settled by man in the year 709 it contains a Medieval village and beautiful Abbey fortress dedicated to Saint Michael the Archangel. The construction of the Benedictine Abbey started in the 700’s and continued through the 1200s. It remains practically the same since the Middle Ages as it continues to be the goal of pilgrims and tourists from all over the world. Mont Saint Michel remains the most visited site in France with around 4 million tourists per year.
    After the Abbey visit You’ll have free time to enjoy Mont Saint-Michel city and time for lunch.
  • Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel - The tour around the abbey
  • Normandy - 17:00 Departure from Mont Saint Michel back to Paris It takes about 4 hours. One stop will be made at the rest area.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • On-board WiFi
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Experience two must-visit sites in a single day with Tour Up in Europe! On the first leg of your adventure, delve into the historical impact of World War II, gaining a deeper understanding of the pain and grief carried by the deadliest conflict in human history. In the second half, explore a UNESCO World Heritage-designated island featuring a renowned Gothic abbey, where you’ll learn captivating history and legends under the tutelage of a guide.

Our expert guide and driver are committed to making your journey unforgettable. We tailor our services to meet your desires, including offering fast-tickets to bypass long lines. Enjoy the comfort of our air-conditioned vehicles during pick-ups from your hotel or even the airport. Plus, the journey will feature an engaging presentation to enhance your experience.

Location
Normandy
Cancellation Policy

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

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Larrylu2360ec
Jun 1, 2024
The company I trust with my tours two years in a row - We had an incredible day traveling to Normandy, especially to the stunning Mont St. Michel! Our experience with Tour Up in Europe was exceptional. Nataly, our guide, was absolutely spectacular. She was extremely knowledgeable, thoughtful, educated, and professional. We highly recommend her to everyone! Nataly made us feel very comfortable and turned our trip into a magical experience. She is fluent in multiple languages and will tell you everything you need to know about France. We also visited the D-Day beaches, which were profoundly significant for us. The historical depth and the stories shared made this part of the trip especially moving. Additionally, our driver, Abdulah, provided a smooth and luxurious ride. His driving skills were impeccable, enhancing the overall experience. Our day was truly special, creating memories that will last a lifetime. If you ever need a guide, please look up Nataly. You won’t be disappointed. Whether your interests lie in history, food, wine, culture, or anything else, Tour Up in Europe will take care of it. P.S. It is not the first time I let this company to organise my trip!
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Emilysq7987yq
May 22, 2024
Worth it - Just a heads-up: the drive is a tag long (over 3 hours), so you might want to plan for a more relaxed day afterward. But it’s absolutely worth it! The historical charm of the abbey simply took my breath away. Seeing it with your own eyes is truly sublime. Plus, the tour was well-organized, with all pickups on time.
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Selena
May 9, 2024
American cemetery and D-day - The tour was very well organized. It was a long day, but very informative. Many thanks to our guide Helen for the tour. I never thought that even in the rain (sometimes pouring), such a wonderful walk around Mont Saint-Michel could be arranged.
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Stay248687
Apr 17, 2024
Normandy in a day. - Great experience with a lovely guide who educated us on the history . She was fun as well as informative. I’d highly recommend.
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925lamarad
Apr 9, 2024
Fantastic tour - Absolutely fantastic tour! Our guide was knowledgeable, and both Mont Saint Michel and the D-Day sites were incredibly moving. Highly recommend!"
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Passport09994064798
Apr 9, 2024
We loved this trip! - It was an amazing experience Nataly is a very knowledgeable & well informed guide she made our trip Interesting & exciting Achmed driving is safe & the guide gave us more information on France & its heritage Definately the company to book with Highly recommend 💯 %
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Adelinab569
Mar 31, 2024
So much history in just one day - The guide and driver picked us up at 7am and we had time to go to the Cemetery, to the beach, even to Point de Hoc and then spent some 3 hours on Mont Saint Michal. Very much appreciate the help with organising this amazing trip!
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Anncy7814wt
Mar 7, 2024
Unforgettable Experience: Private Tour of Mont Saint Michel and D-Day - What a fantastic day! Our private tour of Mont Saint Michel and D-Day was simply wonderful. Daniel, our guide, was exceptional, making us feel welcome and sharing fascinating details at each stop. From the majesty of Mont Saint Michel to the excitement of D-Day, every moment was memorable. I highly recommend this tour for an authentic and enriching experience in Normandy. Thanks to Tour Up in Europe for making it so special!
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S1009cudm
Mar 7, 2024
Wonderful day - We enjoyed this tour. Very convenient with the private guide and driver who were both very caring and fun to be around. We will remember this day, thank you!
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Elizabethey1828ac
Mar 11, 2024
We loved it but it was a bit long - Wow, what an incredible day exploring D-Day sites and Mont Saint Michel! The history, the views, just everything was amazing. Highly recommend this tour for an unforgettable experience! One thing to advise: maybe consider taking a 2-day tour to really immerse yourself in the experience and make the most of it!
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