- Palace of Versailles - In the afternoon, you will be driven to Versailles Palace, residence of the Sun King, Louis XIV, to enjoy a guided visit of Louis XIV’s suite, the Hall of Mirrors and more… After your guided tour inside the castle you will also have some remaining time to discover the famous “A la Française” gardens.
The Musical Fountain Show takes place every weekend from April to October. During this period access to the gardens will be included to see the fountains and groves spring to life to the rhythm of the music: On Saturdays and Sundays from April to October + some additional dates (May 8,10, 22, 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26 and August 15)
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Fondation Claude Monet - After meeting your driver/guide at the doorstep of your hotel, you will be driven from Paris to Giverny,
in the comfort of an air-conditioned minibus, and you will start your day with the visit of Claude Monet’s property. Located in the Normandy Region, about 50 miles north of Paris, Claude Monet’s Home is one of the most popular tour destination around Paris.
There you will discover the famous gardens created by the most famous of the Impressionist painters often referred to as the father
of Impressionism, though not the first to have painted in « a style that would become known as Impressionism ».
You will enjoy the sight of the well-known Japanese bridge in the midst of its flowered paths and wather-lily ponds, and the house, with its pink crushed brick façade, where the leader of the Impressionist School spent 43 years from 1883 until his death in 1926.
After a morning spent in one of this most inspirational settings, you will head off to the banks of the Epte River where you will have lunch at the lovely “Moulin de Fourges” restaurant, a 200-year-old mill. The architecture of this listed site, dating back to the 18th century, draws its inspiration from hamlet of Marie-Antoinette at Versailles.
- Private transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Skip-the-line tickets
- All fees and/or taxes included
- Guidance by an expert local guide
- Lunch accompanied by drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
Embark on a one-day trip from Paris to explore two prominent sights: the residence and gardens of the eminent Impressionist, and the grand estate of the ‘Sun King’, Louis XIV. These two locations are indispensable for any visitor to Paris, epitomizing the highest points of France’s most celebrated artistic epochs.
Monet’s Gardens, renowned for their ethereal ambiance and unruly beauty featuring the emblematic Japanese bridge and lily ponds, will be your first stop. Following that, you’ll explore the charming Giverny Village before having lunch at the famed ‘Moulin de Fourges’. Your journey continues to the awe-inspiring Hall of Mirrors at Louis XIV’s majestic Versailles, guided by a professional licenced guide.
- Small Group Tour 8 persons max
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities
- Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance.
- Though the access to the castle is a priority access with a time reserved, you may still have to wait on arrival, especially during peak season, period during which there is a lot of visitors.
- Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & there will be no refund if tour is missed.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
