France · Castles & Palaces

Fontainebleau, Versailles, Trianon Small group from Paris.

12 Hours Round trip from Paris Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit both Fontainebleau Palace and Versailles in one day
  • 02 Skip-the-line entry to Fontainebleau and Versailles Palace
  • 03 See the Hall of Mirrors and the Royal Apartments
  • 04 Guided visit of the Grand Trianon
  • 05 Guided visit of the Petit Trianon and the Hameau de la Reine
  • 06 Free time to walk through the Versailles Gardens
  • 07 Small-group travel by Mercedes vehicle
  • 08 Round-trip from Paris with optional hotel pick-up

Discover two of France’s most celebrated royal estates on a full-day small-group trip from Paris. Visit Fontainebleau Palace and its gardens, then continue to Versailles for a fuller experience that includes the palace, the Hall of Mirrors, the Royal Apartments, the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon, the Hameau de la Reine, and time in the famous gardens.

Travel in a small group with round-trip transport, enjoy skip-the-line entry to the palaces, and explore with a mix of live guiding and audio-guided visits. With more time than many standard day trips, this itinerary is designed for travellers who want to see both Fontainebleau and the wider Versailles estate in one day.

Versailles Palace is a timeless symbol of French grandeur.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Paris, Versailles, Fontainebleau
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

08:00 Hotel pick up and Departure to Fontainebleau

08:00 Hotel pick up and Departure to Fontainebleau. The Guide will welcome You and give on the way You general Information about the French history. There are approx. 70 km to drive from Paris to Fontainebleau. It takes about 1,5 hour.

09:30 - 12:00 Fontainebleau Palace and Gardens

09:30 - 11:00 Arrival in Fontainebleau. Palace visit with audio-guide.

11:00 - 12:00 Free time for walking in the Gardens of Fontainebleau.

12:00 - 13:00 Lunch break in Fontainebleau

12:00 - 13:00 Lunch break in Fontainebleau. We recommend You a good local restaurant or You can have free time.

13:00 Departure to Versailles. It is 70 km drive which takes about 1 hour. During Your trip from Fontainebleau 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 Big Trianon

15:45 - 16:30 Guided visit to the Big 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 and walking around Hamlet de la Reine

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 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 Your hotel in option booked or Drop off at Palais Garnier.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Paris 3 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Mercedes E220 business class car for 2-3 people, Mercedes Minivan for 3-7 people
  • Guaranteed Departures from 2 people, Live Guided during the whole trip
  • from 4 people
  • Fontainebleau palace Skip-the-Line visit, entrance tickets and audio-guide
  • 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
  • All Fees and Taxes, Bottled wate

What's Not Included

  • Souvenirs and Gratuities
  • Meals and Drinks

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible

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 12 hours finish where they began, in Paris.

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