Discover the Palace of Versailles, the residence of the ‘Sun King’ and the home of Claude Monet, ‘Prince of the Impressionists’ in just one day.
Our expert guide will pick you up and drop you off at your Parisian accommodation, so you can sit back, relax and make the most of your day. You will first visit the idyllic home of Claude Monet on the edge of Normandy. The leader of the Impressionist School lived here from 1883 to 1926, the colorful décor and pink brick facade are an intimate reminder of its former life. The precious collection of Japanese engravings is displayed in several rooms, hung in the manner chosen by the master of Giverny himself.
Claude Monet’s property at Giverny, left by his son to the Académie des Beaux-arts in 1966, has, after completion of large-scale restoration work, become the Claude Monet Foundation, inaugurated in 1980. The huge Nymphéas studio, a stone’s throw from the house, has also been restored and contains the Foundation’s Shop. The gardens have been replanted as they once were and offer visitors the “painting from nature” which Claude Monet’s contemporaries considered to be one of his masterpieces. The rectangular Clos Normand, with archways of climbing plants entwined around brilliantly colored shrubs, lies before the house and studios, offering from Spring to Autumn the palette of varying colors to the painter-Gardner who was “ecstatic about flowers”. Lastly, the Water Garden, formed by a tributary of the Epte, lies further away, shaded by weeping willows. With its famous Japanese Bridge, its wistarias, azaleas, and its pond, it has once more become that casket of sky and water which inspired the pictorial universe of the water lilies.
You will enjoy a fabulous 3-course lunch at the “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 the hamlet of Marie-Antoinette at Versailles. It offers a unique setting with its rural grounds and spacious terrace on the banks of the Epte.
In the afternoon, we will take you back to the golden age of France with a visit to the Palace of Versailles. The castle and the gardens are among the most prestigious monuments of the world's artistic heritage and are certainly the finest and most complete collection of 17th-century French art. Former residence of "Sun King" Louis XIV, this sumptuous royal palace was home to three of France's most illustrious kings for over 100 years. Your private expert guide will take you for a guided tour of the interior of the palace, including the King's and Queen's State Apartments, the Royal Chapel, and the Hall of Mirrors, a richly decorated gallery that features 357 mirrors, floor-to-ceiling windows, and crystal chandeliers.
Our expert guide will pick you up and drop you off at your Parisian accommodation, so you can sit back, relax and make the most of your day. You will first visit the idyllic home of Claude Monet on the edge of Normandy. The leader of the Impressionist School lived here from 1883 to 1926, the colorful décor and pink brick facade are an intimate reminder of its former life. The precious collection of Japanese engravings is displayed in several rooms, hung in the manner chosen by the master of Giverny himself.
Claude Monet’s property at Giverny, left by his son to the Académie des Beaux-arts in 1966, has, after completion of large-scale restoration work, become the Claude Monet Foundation, inaugurated in 1980. The huge Nymphéas studio, a stone’s throw from the house, has also been restored and contains the Foundation’s Shop. The gardens have been replanted as they once were and offer visitors the “painting from nature” which Claude Monet’s contemporaries considered to be one of his masterpieces. The rectangular Clos Normand, with archways of climbing plants entwined around brilliantly colored shrubs, lies before the house and studios, offering from Spring to Autumn the palette of varying colors to the painter-Gardner who was “ecstatic about flowers”. Lastly, the Water Garden, formed by a tributary of the Epte, lies further away, shaded by weeping willows. With its famous Japanese Bridge, its wistarias, azaleas, and its pond, it has once more become that casket of sky and water which inspired the pictorial universe of the water lilies.
You will enjoy a fabulous 3-course lunch at the “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 the hamlet of Marie-Antoinette at Versailles. It offers a unique setting with its rural grounds and spacious terrace on the banks of the Epte.
In the afternoon, we will take you back to the golden age of France with a visit to the Palace of Versailles. The castle and the gardens are among the most prestigious monuments of the world's artistic heritage and are certainly the finest and most complete collection of 17th-century French art. Former residence of "Sun King" Louis XIV, this sumptuous royal palace was home to three of France's most illustrious kings for over 100 years. Your private expert guide will take you for a guided tour of the interior of the palace, including the King's and Queen's State Apartments, the Royal Chapel, and the Hall of Mirrors, a richly decorated gallery that features 357 mirrors, floor-to-ceiling windows, and crystal chandeliers.
At the end of your visit, there is free time to discover the famous gardens à la française; a 2,000-acre park designed by André le Notre with its magnificent groves, statues, and fountains.
Please Note:
The "Musical Gardens" show takes place every summer in the Gardens of Versailles Palace. During this period, access to the gardens will also be included (at no extra cost) to enjoy the show in the Gardens.
The "Musical Fountains Show" takes place on Saturdays and Sundays every summer in the Gardens of Versailles Palace. During this period, access to the gardens will also be included (at no extra cost) to enjoy the show in the Gardens.Highlights:
- Full-day Giverny and Versailles tour from Paris
- Visit Claude Monet’s home and gardens in Giverny
- Lunch at the Moulin de Fourges restaurant
- Guided tour of the Palace of Versailles
- Great-value tour includes entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transport
- Private tour ensures a personalized experience
The price includes:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Selected Hotels)
- Entrance fees to Palace of Versailles and gardens (reserved timed entry, priority access)
- Guided Tour in English inside the Palace of Versailles
- Entrance fees to the gardens when the Musical Gardens and Fountains are running
- Lunch with Drinks
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Free bottle of water
- hydroalcoholic gel at your disposal in the vehicle
The price does not includes:
- Gratuities (optional)
Cancellation policy
- Cancel up to 3 days in advance to receive a full refund
COVID-19: Preventive Measures Implemented
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Face masks required for travelers and guides in public areas and vehicles
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Signatory of Caring Attitude, the health commitment charter of the city of Paris
Meeting point
- Pick-up from your accommodation in Paris (hotel or private apartment)
- To benefit from the complimentary pick-up at your hotel or private apartment, your accommodation must be centrally located in Paris and have one of the following postal / zip code: 75001, 75002, 75003, 75004, 75005, 75006, 75007, 75008, 75009, 75015, 75016, 75017
- The exact pick-up time will be confirmed by email
Where ?
Paris
