France · Castles & Palaces

Giverny Versailles Trianon Small Group from Paris by Minivan.

11 Hours Round trip from Paris Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Claude Monet’s house and gardens in Giverny
  • 02 Enjoy free time in Giverny village for lunch and a stroll
  • 03 Explore the Palace of Versailles with skip-the-line entry and audio guide
  • 04 See the Hall of Mirrors and the Royal Apartments
  • 05 Take guided visits of the Grand Trianon and Small Trianon
  • 06 Walk around Hamlet de la Reine and the Versailles Gardens
  • 07 Travel from Paris in a small group by minivan

Discover two of France’s most celebrated destinations in one full-day small-group trip from Paris. Visit Claude Monet’s house and gardens in Giverny, then continue to Versailles to explore the palace, its famous gardens, and the elegant Trianon estates.

This experience combines art, history, and beautifully landscaped grounds, with a mix of guided visits, audio-guided palace exploration, and free time to enjoy Giverny village and the gardens of Versailles at your own pace. Travel is by minivan, making the journey comfortable and well suited to a small group.

Discover two of France’s most celebrated destinations in one full-day small-group trip from Paris.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Paris, Versailles, Giverny
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

08:00 Departure to Giverny from Paris

08:00 Meeting in Paris at Opera Garnier Steps or Pick up from Your Hotel entrance door if option booked. Departure to Giverny, the country home of Claude Monet. The Guide will give You on the way to Giverny general Information about the French history and Impressionism. It takes about 1,15 hour (70 km).

09:15 Arrival in Giverny and visit of the Claude Monet's house

09:15 - 11:00 Arrival in Giverny and visit to Claude Monet's historic house to admire the nature that inspired one of the most famous French painters and founder of Impressionism. Step into Claude Monet’s studio, where the magic of his artistic genius came to life, wander through the enchanting Norman flower gardens, marvel at the iconic water lilies in the picturesque Pond.

11:00 - 12:00 Free time in Giverny village

11:00 - 12:00 Free time for walking to the village of Giverny to admire flowered houses, art galleries and cafes. We recommend You as well to visit the Impressionists museum in Giverny.  

12:00 - 13:00 Lunch break in Giverny

12:00 - 13:00 Lunch break in Giverny.
13:00 Departure to Versailles. It takes about 1 hour (70 km). During Your trip from Giverny the Guide will make explanations about the rich history of Versailles and its inhabitants telling You a lot of interesting facts.

14:00 - 15:30 Versailles Palace visit

14:00 - 15:30 Versailles Palace visit with audio-guide. Versailles Palace is a timeless symbol of French grandeur. Enhance your Versailles Palace experience with audio-guide after having got enough back ground informations from Your Live Guide. Pause at any spot you desire for as long as you wish, allowing you to form your own personal impressions. You will visit as well  the legendary Hall of Mirrors and the magnificent Royal Apartments. All in all this will be your personalised and informative adventure.

15:45 - 16:30 Guided visit to the Grand Trianon

15:45 - 16:30 Guided visit to the Grand Trianon, a historical masterpiece, once the private retreat of French royalty. Enjoy neoclassical architecture and captivating tales of the past visiting lavish rooms and picturesque grounds of the Big Trianon, a symbol of elegance and prestige.

16:30 - 17:30 Small Trianon Guided visit

16:30 - 17:30 Small Trianon Guided visit and walking around Hamlet de la Reine. Guided visit to the exquisite Small Trianon with its elegant architecture, favored by Marie Antoinette. Walk around the charming idyllic Hamlet de la Reine, a quaint village created for the queen's pleasure. Enjoy pastoral beauty of this unique retreat, featuring rustic cottages, a picturesque lake, and gardens.

17:30 - 18:30 Walking around the Versailles Gardens

17:30 - 18:30 You 'll have free time for walking around the Versailles Gardens taking pictures. Walking around the iconic Versailles Gardens, a masterpiece of landscape design and historical significance, You will learn the beauty of meticulously manicured lawns, ornate fountains, enchanting groves, hidden corners and statues. 

18:30: Departure to Paris. It takes between 40 minutes to 1 hour depending of traffic. 

19:30 Coming back to Paris

19:30  Coming back to Paris. Drop off at Opera Garnier Steps or at Your hotel if option booked.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Paris 3 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Mercedes Minivan for 3-7 people, Mercedes E220 business class car for 2-3 people
  • Guaranteed Departures from 2 people, Live Guided from 4 people
  • Access to Versailles Gardens, in summer to Musical fountains
  • Versailles Palace Skip-the-line visit incl. tickets & audio guide
  • Guided visit to Big Trianon, Guided visit to Small Trianon, Hamlet de la Reine access
  • Claude Monet's Giverny House Skip-the-Line visit with tickets
  • 2 hours Free time in Giverny, Hotel Pick up & Drop off option
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Bottled water

What's Not Included

  • Souvenirs and Gratuities
  • Meals and Drinks

Know before you go

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Online payment by PayPalCredit cards, bank transfer
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Near public transportation

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Paris, FR
Tour start
Paris, FR
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 11 hours finish where they began, in Paris.

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