Explore one of France’s most recognizable landmarks on a non-guided excursion which takes you to the Mont Saint Michel abbey, plus enjoy plenty of time to roam at your leisure — all with the convenience of roundtrip transportation to and from port. After a scenic drive through the French countryside you’ll be dropped off at the foot of one of Europe’s greatest religious buildings, an 11th-century Norman Benedictine monastery at the summit of a huge rock 250 feet above the sea. While exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site you can admire Romanesque architecture, see the church’s soaring spires, and learn about the troubled past of the abbey, which served as a prison during the French Revolution. With approximately two and a half hours of free time, you can meander through cobblestone pathways amidst the medieval walled town, browse enthralling museum exhibits, shop for souvenirs, or savor an authentic French meal in a local brasserie. Soak in one of France’s most spectacular remnants of history before returning to port via air-conditioned motor coach.