Rennes to Mont Saint Michel: Private day trip
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About your trip
Leave Rennes for a day to visit Mont Saint Michel, a mesmerizing tidal island crowned by a legendary Benedictine abbey. This engineering marvel defines the isle with its sheer magnificence, and at its feet, you can explore the old townâs winding medieval streets.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Rennes whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driverâs local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden cafĂŠ here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips youâll love sharing later. This isnât a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
This adventure starts at your door in Rennes, where your driver will meet you to whisk you to Mont Saint Michel. Explore at your leisure and enjoy a peaceful return journey.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Mont Saint Michel should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From âŹ164
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalâŹ492
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Rennes
You choose the pickup spot.
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Mont Saint Michel
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 4 hours - admission not included
Monday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday9:30 AM - 5:00 PM









Back to Rennes
Weâll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Know more about your day trip
Yes, tides dramatically transform the landscape around Mont Saint Michel. During extremely high tides (occurring about 20 days yearly), water completely surrounds the mount. Check tide schedules when planning your visit, depending on whether you prefer seeing it partially surrounded by water or with exposed sand flats.
Most visitors spend 3-4 hours exploring Mont Saint Michel. This allows time to visit the Abbey (1-2 hours), wander the Grand Rue with its shops and museums, walk the ramparts for panoramic views, and perhaps enjoy a meal.
Reaching the Abbey requires climbing the Grand Rue, a steep, narrow street with approximately 350 steps total. The ascent takes about 20 minutes with stops. Alternative transportation options exist for those with mobility concerns, including a shuttle to the mount entrance and limited accessibility accommodations within. The climb rewards visitors with increasingly spectacular views.
For the best experience, arrive early (before 9:00 AM) or later afternoon (after 3:00 PM) when day tour buses have departed. Midweek visits are less crowded than weekends. The quietest seasons are late November through February (excluding holiday periods). Your private Daytrip allows timing flexibility that other tourists don't have.
Mont Saint Michel offers several restaurants serving Norman specialties, though they tend to be pricier than mainland options. For authentic regional cuisine, try La Mère Poulard (famous for fluffy omelets), Les Terrasses Poulard, or Restaurant Le Du Guesclin. Your driver can suggest alternatives on the mainland if preferred.
Bring comfortable walking shoes for cobblestone streets and many steps, weather-appropriate clothing (layers recommended as the weather can change quickly), water, a camera, and cash for small purchases. Binoculars are useful for viewing the bay wildlife. Consider bringing snacks if you have dietary restrictions, as food options are limited and relatively expensive on the mount.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! Youâre free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning youâll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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