Why choose this Paris tour ?
Experience the glory of Versailles on this day trip of the palace and its grounds. Your tour begins in the center of Paris where you’ll meet your guide and small group of travelers. Board a train together for a short ride into the countryside, so you don’t have to worry about making your way to Versailles all by yourself. Once at Versailles, you’ll skip-the-line into the palace where your guide will show you some of the most important rooms, including the stunning Hall of Mirrors. Then wander the gargantuan landscaped gardens that surround the palace. In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to explore the Gallery of the Coaches or the Trianon Estate, where Marie Antoinette enjoyed her private moments at palaces like Petit Trianon and the Queen’s Hamlet. With a roundtrip train ticket to Paris included, enjoy the flexibility of returning to the City of Lights on your own when you wish. There’s no better way to experience one of France’s must-see monuments.
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What makes Small Group Paris to Versailles Guided Day Trip & Garden Access a unique experience ?
Your tour begins in the center of Paris where you’ll meet your guide and small group of travelers. You’ll board a train together for a short ride into the countryside, so you don’t have to worry about making your way to Versailles all by yourself.
Once at Versailles, you’ll skip the line and head right into the Palace. Alongside an expert guide, you’ll visit the incredible gilded palace chapel and the King and Queen’s private apartments. As you walk your guide will bring the palace to life with stories of courtly intrigue and royal plots, while also giving you insight into the everyday lives of the people who lived here.
On your guided tour, of course you’ll see the most famous room at the Palace: the phenomenal Hall of Mirrors. This iconic space pays tribute to France’s political, economic, and artistic success through exquisite paintings that line the hall.
With your guide leading the way, they’ll give you an introduction to the extravagant Palace Gardens and allow you to wander them on your own. Depending on the day you’ll see either the Fountains Show, where the beautiful fountains come to life to music, or the musical Gardens Show. You’ll say goodbye to your guide here. With a roundtrip train ticket to Paris included, enjoy the flexibility of returning to the City of Lights when you wish.
Use your free time to explore the secluded side of Versailles where the royals went for privacy and relaxation. Marie Antoinette frequented this space, in particular the Petit Trianon and the Queen’s Hamlet.
Admire an impressive collection of lavish coaches used by French royals, including small coaches used for Marie Antoinette’s children. Open on weekends and public holidays.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
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Small Group Paris to Versailles Guided Day Trip & Garden Access Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Local English-speaking guide
- Small group of 18 or fewer
- Roundtrip train ticket to/from Versailles
- Headset
- Expertly guided walking tour
- Skip-the-line ticket for Palace of Versailles
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Walks – France.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Paris.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 69 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
• We ask all guests (including children) bring ID on the day of their tour.
• Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
• Security measures are enforced at Versailles. Only small handbags and backpacks are allowed inside. No item larger than 55 x 35 x 20 cm will be allowed.
• Areas visited during this tour are subject to closure. Your guide may need to modify areas visited on the day of the tour.
• Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
• Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
• Suitcases, luggage, and larger bags are not allowed inside. Only bags smaller than 55 cm x 35 cm x 20 cm are permitted. Please accept our apologies for any delay or inconvenience caused by extra security checks.
