• 6 Rue de l’Amiral de Coligny - Departure from Paris – France Tourisme Agency
  Meet the driver-guide at a convenient central Paris location near the Louvre. Get comfortable in the air-conditioned minivan and depart the city, heading towards the expansive Fontainebleau forest.
  Enjoy the scenic views of the countryside and the historic royal hunting forest as the guide shares the history of Fontainebleau and explains why numerous French monarchs chose to reside there.
• Chateau de Fontainebleau - Upon arrival, enter the château for a self-guided audio tour. Explore over eight centuries of royal history, including the Renaissance and classical façades, the François I Gallery, the royal apartments, Napoleon I’s throne room, and the opulently decorated Napoleon III rooms. Afterwards, enjoy some leisure time to stroll through the French-style parterres and the expansive park designed for royal hunts and court promenades.
• Barbizon - On the return trip, the driver-guide will take you through the main street of Barbizon, a quaint village at the forest’s edge. From the minivan, discover how this tranquil hamlet became a birthplace of Impressionism, drawing artists seeking natural light and rural landscapes.
• Paris - Return to Paris
  Relax on the journey back, arriving in central Paris by early afternoon, leaving the rest of the day open for personal activities.

• Round-trip transport from central Paris
• Air-conditioned minivan
• Small-group tour (maximum 8 participants)
• Professional trilingual guide (EN/ES/FR)
• Entrance ticket to Château de Fontainebleau
• Audio guide inside the castle
• Scenic drive through Barbizon village (passing by)

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Gratuities
• Food and drinks

Escape the hustle and bustle of Paris for a few hours and explore one of France’s most stunning royal residences along with the village that has inspired countless painters. Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned minivan with a small group (up to 8 people) and a knowledgeable driver-guide.

At Fontainebleau Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a favored residence of French monarchs from François I to Napoléon III, enjoy an audio-guided tour that allows you to discover the opulently decorated apartments, grand galleries, and splendid chapels at your leisure. Afterward, take a leisurely walk through the formal gardens and wooded park surrounding the château.

On the return journey to Paris, pass through Barbizon, a delightful artists’ village on the forest’s edge where 19th-century painters like Corot and Millet were drawn to capture the essence of light and nature. This half-day trip offers a perfect blend of royal history, architecture, landscape, and art, all conveniently accessible from central Paris.

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