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Mont Saint-Michel | Guide & Norman Crêperie Lunch | From Le Havre

5.0 (2 reviews) 9–10 hours Free cancellation
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Mont Saint-Michel | Guide & Norman Crêperie Lunch | From Le Havre

About this activity

The only shore excursion from Le Havre combining the UNESCO tidal abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel with a reserved table at a local Norman crêperie — two bucket list experiences in one extraordinary day.

Mont-Saint-Michel rises from the tidal flats of Normandy like a medieval dream — a Benedictine abbey built on a rocky island, rising 80 meters above the sea, visited by over 3 million travelers every year. Your licensed English-speaking guide brings 1,300 years of history to life as you climb through the medieval village to the abbey church, the Gothic cloister and the breathtaking views over the bay.

Lunch is a reserved table at a hand-picked local crêperie — a true taste of Normandy, included in your tour price.

Pickup and drop-off directly at Le Havre cruise terminal. Return before the all-aboard time guaranteed.

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At a glance

Duration
9–10 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 25 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Normandy Private Tours

Ages: Children (0–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Norman crêperie lunch | Reserved table — galettes, crêpes & Norman cider.
  • Included: Licensed English-speaking guide I A licensed guide bringing Mont-Saint-Michel's history to life.
  • Included: Pickup and drop-off at Le Havre cruise terminal I Your guide meets you directly at the terminal.
  • Included: Ship return guaranteed | Your all-aboard time is our promise.
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Travel in comfort between Le Havre terminal and Mont-Saint-Michel.
  • Included: Bottled water: Provided throughout the day to keep you refreshed.

Not included

  • Not included: Abbey entrance fee | €13 per person — purchased on site.
  • Not included: Gratuities: Not included and entirely at your discretion.

Itinerary

  1. Cruise Terminal Le Havre

    Passing by

    For cruise passengers, your driver will be waiting at the exit of Le Havre cruise terminal with a sign board. Your guide will brief you on the day ahead during the journey to Mont-Saint-Michel.

  2. Mont-Saint-Michel

    3 hours

    As you approach Mont-Saint-Michel across the tidal flats, the island rises from the sea like no other sight in France. Your guide explains the extraordinary tidal phenomenon that surrounds the island — up to 14 meters between low and high tide, the highest tidal range in continental Europe — and how the 2014 restoration of the causeway has allowed the sea to flow freely around the island once again.

  3. Mont-Saint-Michel

    one hour

    A reserved table at a hand-picked local crêperie near Mont-Saint-Michel — one of Normandy's most authentic dining experiences, included in your tour price. Savory galettes made with local buckwheat flour, sweet crêpes with Norman butter and caramel, and a glass of sparkling Norman cider. Your guide selects the crêperie personally — a local address, not a tourist trap. A true taste of Normandy at the table. Then Your guide leads you through the church, the Gothic cloister, the refectory and the crypts — explaining how generations of monks built this extraordinary structure on a rocky island in the middle of a tidal bay, and how it became the most visited monument in France outside of Paris.

  4. Cruise Terminal Le Havre

    Passing by

    At the end of an extraordinary day, your driver will be waiting at the agreed meeting point to bring you back to Le Havre cruise terminal comfortably and on time. With over 15 years of experience organizing shore excursions for cruise passengers, we monitor your ship's schedule throughout the day and guarantee your return before the all-aboard time.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Your driver will meet you at the Bus Parking area inside the Le Havre Cruise Terminal

    Look for our representative holding a signboard with "NORMANDY PRIVATE TOURS"

    Your licensed guide will be waiting for you on board the tour bus.

End point

  • Your driver will meet you at the Bus Parking area inside the Le Havre Cruise Terminal

    Look for our representative holding a signboard with "NORMANDY PRIVATE TOURS"

    Your licensed guide will be waiting for you on board the tour bus.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Please note the tour is not wheelchair accessible, and some walking over uneven ground is required.

  • Cruise-friendly schedule: The tour is designed to match your ship’s arrival and departure times from Le Havre, so you can relax and enjoy without worrying about missing the ship.

  • Easy booking confirmation: You’ll receive confirmation right away. If you book within 9 days of your tour date, final confirmation will be sent within 48 hours (subject to availability).

  • Fitness level: A moderate level of physical activity is needed to fully enjoy the sites.

  • Group size: This is a shared group excursion with up to 25 fellow cruise passengers.

Options

  • Shared Tour from Cruise

    Lunch inside Mont Saint Michel: Exclusive Lunch into local restaurant in the heart of The Mont Saint Michel, enjoy Norman food !

    Bus Tour : We accept maximum 25 persons

  • Make It Private

    Private Driver & Guide : Enjoy this tour exclusively for your group, a schedule that adapts entirely to your pace, and the freedom to spend more

Traveller ratings

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Mont Saint-Michel | Guide & Norman Crêperie Lunch | From Le Havre

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