Half-day Tours in Brittany
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From EUR 5925-hour Private Tour of Mt St Michel From St Malo hotel or port
Discover the magic of Mont Saint-Michel on this 5-hour private tour from your hotel or cruise port in Saint-Malo. Travel comfortably with your private driver-guide along the scenic coast of Brittany before reaching one of France’s most iconic landmarks. Upon arrival, stroll across the causeway and admire the dramatic silhouette of the abbey rising above the tidal bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a guided walking tour through the charming medieval village, exploring its narrow cobblestone streets, picturesque shops, and breathtaking viewpoints. Visit the abbey’s exterior and learn about its history as a place of pilgrimage and strategic fortress. The tour is flexible, allowing time for photos, local tastings, or a relaxing break. After experiencing this architectural and cultural treasure, your driver will take you back to Saint-Malo. Perfect for travelers seeking a personalized, comfortable, and enriching visit to Mont Saint-Michel.
From EUR 39One hour boat trip with a local (Commented FR & EN)
Hop aboard the boat for an authentic one-hour ride with Nicolas, a Saint-Malo child from a fishing family. Passionate about maritime history and the beauty of the Emerald Coast, Nicolas enthusiastically shares his knowledge and anecdotes about port life, the transformation of the city over the centuries and the hidden treasures of the region. You will sail in a small group to enjoy an intimate and friendly experience. From the sea, Saint-Malo and Dinard reveal themselves from a unique angle: the bay and its villas, maritime forts such as the Petit Bé or the majestic ramparts of Saint Malo. A perfect moment to live at the beginning of your stay to soak up the Falkland spirit and plan your next discoveries in the area.
From EUR 49Saint-Malo: 1h30 guided boat trip (Commented FR & EN)
Embark with Nicolas, a passionate local guide, for a 1h30 boat trip that will immerse you in the rich and captivating history of Saint-Malo. Born into a fishing family, Nicolas knows every corner of the bay and enthusiastically shares the stories that shaped the privateer city: from the great sea battles to the growth of commerce, through the historic transformations of its fortifications. From the sea, you will discover exceptional perspectives on the city of Alet (cradle of the city), the ramparts, the outport, the 4 maritime forts passing in particular very close to the national fort and Fort du Petit Bé. Thanks to Nicolas’ detailed explanations, you will understand why Saint-Malo is such an emblematic city of French maritime history. This guided tour is ideal for those who wish to enrich their stay with historical knowledge of the area, all in a friendly atmosphere and in small group.
From EUR 62Full day tour to Giza Pyramids, Memphis, Sakkara & Dahshur with private guide
Offering an enchanting journey through time, our private guide on site full-day tour to the world-famous Giza Pyramids, Memphis, Sakkara, and Dahshur guarantees an unforgettable experience. Experience firsthand the monumental Giza Pyramids, the last of the seven wonders of the ancient world that continue to hold a place of prominence. Traverse through the ancient ruins of Memphis, Egypt's ancient capital, explore the labyrinthine underground tombs in Sakkara and marvel at the Bent and Red Pyramids of Dahshur, each telling its unique tale. Experience Egypt's ancient history at its best with our expert private guide on site .
From EUR 39Boat trip on the Rance Canal
Discover the peaceful beauty of the Canal de la Rance between Dinan and Saint-Samson-sur-Rance on board our comfortable boat. With a small committee of only 12 people, enjoy an intimate and relaxing experience by navigating through picturesque landscapes. Perfect for a quiet getaway, our boat offers you a unique perspective on this beautiful region. We will go to the Port of Dinan (no stop, no disembarkation). During our walk you can observe the birdlife of the Plain of Taden and learn more about the natural heritage of the Rance Valley. Your Captain will also tell you historical anecdotes about the evolution of the Rance over the years.
From EUR 20Guided tour of Saint Malo at the time of the last corsairs
Visit the city of Saint-Malo by discovering the captivating world of the last Falkland privateers on an immersive tour led by a Guide in period costume. Embark on a journey back in time by relive the turbulent events of the French Revolution and the First Empire. Under Peter’s guidance, you will walk the streets of the city of Saint Malo then walk along the beach with the majestic national fort until you join the great Bé by diving into thrilling accounts of privateers at sea, epic battles and upheavals of this transition period. As a former member of the crew of one of the city's famous privateers, Captain Surcouf, Pierre will reveal the thrilling stories of privateers at sea and the audacious exploits of this tumultuous period.
From EUR 20Unusual guided tour of Saint Malo in immersion in 1944
Imagine yourself in 1944, five years after the outbreak of war. Joseph Guthrie, American soldier of the 83rd Infantry Division and participant in the fights for the liberation of Saint-Malo, becomes your guide in period costume. Walk the streets of the city to the Grand-Bé peninsula during an unusual 2-hour visit, relive the summer of 1944, witness to the liberation followed by the destruction of Saint-Malo. This experience offers an insight into pre-war Saint-Malo and reveals the consequences of the occupation on the Saint-Malo city while discovering the resilience of a Saint-Malo city determined to rebuild itself. Guided by the personal memories of Joseph Guthrie, this unique experience offers a poignant historical perspective. Discover the realities of Saint-Malo's dark period during World War II, honoring the courage and determination that marked the city's history.
From EUR 20Unusual guided tour of Dinan immersed in the Middle Ages
Immerse yourself in the 15th century in Dinan, guided by Barbe, assistant mason working on many construction sites in the city. In the midst of a conflict between the King of France and the Duke of Brittany, Dinan must protect himself. The consequences are noted on the architecture of this city as on that of the big cities of Brittany. Discover the daily life of the inhabitants of Dinan in full construction of new defenses for the city. Armed with her tools, Barbe will guide you along the ramparts to the alleys of the medieval city by approaching the construction of a rampart or a house in the 15th century and the art of war while sweeping away the ideas received on the place of women in medieval society. Unusual visit of 1h30 to 2h in small groups enriched with historical tools led in period costume for adults and children over 8 years old.