Giverny Monet's Home & Versailles Palace Day Trip from Paris
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The contemplative art of the Impressionists. The Baroque excess of Versailles. Travelling by comfortable private bus, sample both these very different sides of French architecture on this day trip. From Paris, you’ll visit the Impressionist Claude Monet’s Giverny estate, then Skip-the-Line at the extravagant Palace and Gardens of Versailles.
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Leave the bustle of Paris behind and travel in comfort by air-conditioned coach to the magnificent Palace of Versailles. With skip-the-line entry and an expert guide leading the way, you'll uncover the fascinating stories of French royalty as you explore one of the world's most famous palaces. Walk through the glittering Hall of Mirrors, admire the lavish Royal Apartments, and hear tales of power, luxury, and intrigue from the court of Louis XIV, the legendary Sun King. This guided visit brings the history of Versailles to life, helping you experience far more than you could on your own.
After your guided palace tour, enjoy free time to discover the spectacular Gardens of Versailles at your own pace. Stroll tree-lined pathways, admire elegant fountains and sculptures, and take in the grand vistas that made Versailles the envy of Europe. Whether you choose to wander along the Grand Canal or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity to experience the beauty of the royal estate.
In the afternoon, trade royal grandeur for the peaceful beauty of the French countryside as you journey to Giverny, the beloved home of Impressionist master Claude Monet. During the drive, your guide will share the story of Monet's life, artistic vision, and lasting influence on the art world. Upon arrival, enjoy a brief introduction before exploring the estate independently with a self-guided audio app. Step inside Monet's charming home, wander through the colorful flower gardens, and cross the iconic Japanese bridge overlooking the water lily ponds that inspired some of his most celebrated paintings. It's easy to see why Giverny became the muse behind many of the world's most recognizable works of art. Special Note: 2026 marks the 100th anniversary of Claude Monet's passing, making this an especially memorable year to visit the village that inspired his artistic legacy.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Clients traveling with young children whose security cannot be ensured by a seat belt shall bring their own child restraint system to ensure the safety of their child. Please note that our coaches aren’t equipped with ISOFIX anchor points and have limited availability for 3-point seat belts. By booking this tour, parents/guardians acknowledge these requirements and accept responsibility for ensuring their children are properly restrained.
- Due to heightened security measures, you may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering Versailles
- Large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in Versailles. Only very small bags are allowed
- Please note that your self-guiding app should be download on your smartphone prior to tour. Credentials and download instructions will be provided on your voucher upon booking. Once downloaded, the app can be used offline. Please ensure that you bring earphones and have enough battery on your phone to enjoy all the content of the self-guided app once inside the House and Gardens of Monet.
- Tickets for the Musical Fountains Show or Musical Gardens are added automatically to the price when running. Please note that the Musical show/Fountain Gardens at Versailles Gardens may be subject to last minute schedule changes that are not under our control.
Reviews(955)
A lot of talking on the bus by the guide on the drive from Versailles to Giverny. This can be challenging when all you want to do is take a power nap. The Versailles gardens portion should be shortened by 30 min to 1hr to spend more time exploring Giverny and for the guide to give us the very interesting history at the site.
We all loved it and Lara and Angela were amazing and super helpful We will definitely do it again
Special thanks to Abi, her thoroughness in giving directions was great. After the tour she saw I was having trouble with my Metro pass and went out of her way to assist me, much appreciated.
Excellent guides, Gregory and Pablo both were sweet and very informative. Fun time with them. The only thing I would change in the tour is making it shorter, the 3-hour timeframe for exploring the gardens of Versailles was stretched. Otherwise, the logistics was done very well and the guides were really nice!!
The tour went very well. Albert was our tour guide at Versailles and he was very knowledgeable and cordial. In the afternoon we traveled with Kadir who was very friendly, polite and shared very valuable information on our way to Minet’s garden. His instructions were clear and easy to follow. The bus was comfortable and gave us time to relax in between visits. I highly recommend this experience if you are in Paris and planning a day trip.
Omar was extremely informative and very interesting. He made the trip well worth going with his knowledge of history. Excellent guide!!! I would highly recommend another tour with him 😊
The drive from Paris is about 1 hour. Daniel was knowledgeable and had a large flag to make it easy to spot him in a crowd. The information he shared went above and beyond the basics. He also gave local recommendations for where to eat/ visit in Paris. You can tell he enjoys what he does and it was nice to be lead by him for this time! Would absolutely recommend! My personal recommendation for him is to have the group stand to the side when stopped so we are not blocking the entire walking path also, I don’t know if this is allowed, but I would sell bottle water on the bus for 1€. I would have enjoyed being able to support local and have water on the bus. What a beautiful and thoughtfully planned garden. The audio guide was intriguing when it revealed the raw, angrier side of Monet. It showed me that he, although massively talented, is still a broken man. I liked seeing the detail in the designs of the gardens and the smells of the various flowers while walking. His home took you back in time and showed you this family’s appreciation for color. Important details: There are several uneven walkways- and visiting the house requires you to go up stairs. I would recommend wearing comfortable shoes. There are several benches throughout and you can take lots of breaks when necessary. Several cafes/ restaurants. A bit pricy in my opinion. Around 4.50€ for a pastry. All in all this trip was worth it and I am glad I was able to come. For the garden alone it was worth it. Happy planning!
Beautiful gardens and an unforgettable day! 🌸🎨 The gardens were absolutely breathtaking and every bit as magical as you'd imagine. The one hour bus ride flew by thanks to our fantastic tour guide, Daniel, who kept us entertained with fascinating stories, fun facts and plenty of laughs along the way. It was a very hot day and the gardens were busy, but once you're surrounded by the incredible flowers, water lilies and picture perfect scenery, it's easy to see why it's such a popular destination. Every corner felt like stepping into one of Monet's paintings. A wonderful day trip from Paris that's absolutely worth it. Highly recommend.
The guide, Daniel, was great.
Daniel was great! Highly recommend.
