Versailles Palace and Giverny Monet House Visit with Lunch

4.2 (2,020 reviews) Paris, France
Duration9h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

Think of France and what comes to mind? Chances are the Palace of Versailles and the Impressionists are up there in your top ten. However fleeting your visit, you do have time to experience a bit of both, thanks to our day trip from Paris. Ever wanted to step into one of Monet’s paintings? Your wish is our command! Wander through the lush gardens of the artist’s residence, inspiration for his Nympheas, among others. After lunch, head to Versailles, royal pad to three King Louis. From the moment you approach this imposing Palace, we dare you not to gasp at its lavish splendor. In fact, you’ll probably keep your mouth open for the rest of your visit!

Options

Audio Guided tour
Guided tour
Small Group Guided Tour

up to 15 pax

What's included

  • If audioguided option selected make sure your phone is fully charged. Don’t forget your headphones
  • Entrance tickets with priority access to both attractions
  • If guided option selected: Guided visit of the Royal Apartments of the Palace of Versailles
  • If guided option selected: Guided visit of Giverny gardens and free time in Monet's house
  • 3 courses lunch
  • If guided option selected: Service of a licensed guide with individual earphones
  • Free time in the marvellous Versailles gardens
  • If audioguide option selected: audiocommentaries to be downloaded through a mobile app
  • Round trip transportation from Paris by luxury air-conditioned coach.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • If audioguided option selected: individual earphones are not included

What to expect

  1. Fondation Claude Monet
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Home to Impressionist maestro Monet from 1833 until his demise in 1926.
  2. The Clos Normand - Fondation Claude Monet
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Walk across the Japanese bridge you’ve seen somewhere before and catch your reflection in that water lily pond..
  3. 1h · Admission ticket included
    Time for a hearty lunch at the Moulin de Fourges, an 18th-century mill inspired by Marie Antoinette’s hamlet. Drinks included.
  4. Monument a Louis XIV
    Pass by
    Leading us nicely on to your next stop: Versailles where you will see Louis XIV's Statue on a horse.
  5. Palace of Versailles
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Compare and contrast your interior décor to that of Louis XIV and his wife.
  6. La Galerie des Glaces
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Then waltz through the vast Hall of Mirrors. Your tour guide is at hand to answer your questions.
  7. Jardins du Chateau de Versailles
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Your tour guide is at hand to answer your questions. You’re in for a treat (and numerous photo ops) in the palace’s back garden, and no garden worth its name would be complete without a fountain, sculpture, forest or two. If you’re lucky (if you choose the right date, that is), you’ll catch the Musical Fountains show, when the gardens’ numerous water features boogie to the rhythm of Louis XIV’s favorite tunes.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

45 Avenue de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris – Meet our Extime Travel ambassador
Please be at the meeting point 20 min prior to departure time.

In case of problem, contact us on:
1/ WhatsApp +33 6 14 96 42 81
2/ Phone +33 1 44 55 60 00

End point

45 Avenue de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris – Meet our Extime Travel ambassador
Please be at the meeting point 20 min prior to departure time.

In case of problem, contact us on:
1/ WhatsApp +33 6 14 96 42 81
2/ Phone +33 1 44 55 60 00

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The tour allows enough time to visit Versailles’ Great Royal Apartments and Monet’s Gardens only
  • The Versailles Musical Fountains Show takes place on Saturdays and Sundays
  • Baby strollers are forbidden inside the Versailles Palace. This tour is not suitable for clients with walking difficulties.
  • During the high season, this popular destination can experience significant crowds. As a result, there may be some unavoidable queues.

Cancellation policy

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

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