Private Versailles & Giverny Day Tour from Paris
About this activity
Travel from Paris by private vehicle to the Palace of Versailles and Monet’s Giverny, with timed entry to both sites, guided visits of royal rooms and gardens, and return to your Paris accommodation.
Highlights
- Explore the magnificent Palace of Versailles
- Stroll the famed Hall of Mirrors
- Skip-the-line entry to Monet's Giverny
- Admire Monet's Japanese Bridge and Water Garden
- Expert guide shares captivating French history
Full description
Discover two defining expressions of French culture on a private Versailles and Giverny tour from Paris. Begin at the Palace of Versailles, where timed entry allows you to explore the royal interiors with your guide, including the Hall of Mirrors, before walking through the formal French gardens. After free time for lunch, continue to Giverny, the village where Claude Monet lived and found lasting inspiration. Visit Monet’s house and gardens, stroll among colorful flower beds, see the Japanese Bridge, and experience the Water Garden associated with his celebrated water-lily paintings. Travel by private vehicle throughout the day, with pickup and return at your Paris accommodation.
Private Departure from Paris
Begin your private Versailles and Giverny tour from Paris with pickup at your accommodation. Travel by private vehicle with your guide, combining two landmark destinations that reveal different sides of French cultural history: the royal world of Versailles and the artistic landscapes that inspired Claude Monet.
The Palace of Versailles and Hall of Mirrors
Arrive at the Palace of Versailles with timed entrance included. Visit the palace interior with your guide and explore the lavish rooms shaped by the French monarchy, including the celebrated Hall of Mirrors. This grand gallery reflects the splendor of the royal court and remains one of the defining architectural spaces of Versailles.
Formal Gardens of Versailles
After the palace visit, walk through the formal gardens of Versailles with your guide. Discover a landscape of carefully arranged vistas, fountains, and garden design that extends the palace experience beyond its interiors. The gardens provide a vivid contrast between precise French formalism and the more intimate, painterly landscapes awaiting in Giverny.
Monet’s House and Gardens in Giverny
Continue to Giverny, a village closely associated with Claude Monet, who lived here for more than four decades. Visit Monet’s House and Gardens, where his personal home and vibrant flower beds reveal the setting that became a continuing source of artistic inspiration. Walk through the gardens to see the Japanese Bridge and the Water Garden, home to the water lilies that influenced some of Monet’s best-known works.
Seine Valley Views and Return to Paris
After visiting Giverny, travel through the Seine River Valley for panoramic views, time permitting. Return to your Paris accommodation by private vehicle, carrying a deeper appreciation of French royal heritage and Impressionist art.
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation from Paris
- Timed entrance to Versailles and Giverny
- English speaking driver/guide
- Meals and drinks (lunch)
- Personal travel insurance, expenses
- Gratuities for the driver/guide
Itinerary
Pickup at Your Paris Accommodation
Your private day begins with pickup at your accommodation in Paris. Travel by private vehicle with your guide toward Giverny, where Claude Monet lived and developed the landscapes that inspired many of his best-known paintings.
Giverny and Monet’s House
Arrive in Giverny and visit Monet’s house, where the artist lived for more than four decades. Discover a home shaped by his personal taste, with rooms that reflect the world of one of France’s most influential Impressionist painters.
Meeting point
Start Location
Paris
Paris, Paris, FR
Important information
Know before you book
- This private day tour visits Versailles and Giverny from Paris.
- Timed entry is planned for the Palace of Versailles and Monet’s House.
- The day combines palace interiors, formal gardens, and Monet’s gardens.
- The itinerary includes a lunch break during the day.
- The experience includes guided discovery at both destinations.
Know before you go
- Be ready for pickup at your Paris accommodation.
- Expect walking through palace rooms and extensive garden areas.
- Wear comfortable shoes for garden paths and outdoor exploration.
- Dress for the weather, especially for time in the gardens.
- The Water Garden includes the Japanese Bridge and water lilies.
Cancellation policy
Ophorus requires full payment to guarantee your booking. We accept payment by credit cards (Visa, Master card, American Express) or bank transfer (Wire transfer fees at the charge of the Guest). There is no charge or service fee for processing credit card payments except with American Express +3%. For any cancellation, the following fees will be deducted from the refund: Up to 22 days prior to departure > full refund except for all the non‐refundable tickets required for bookings* 21 days prior to departure and less > no refund * Cancellations fees for non‐refundable tickets - Museums or Attractions (Louvre, Orsay, Rodin, Sainte Chapelle, Conciergerie, Mont Saint-Michel Abbey …): 25 euros/person - Giverny Monet House: 25 euros/person - Loire Valley Castles: 75 euros/person - Château de Versailles: 60 euros/person - Champagne tastings : 120 euros/person - Eiffel Tower with access to the 2nd floor: 40 euros/person - Eiffel Tower with access to the 3rd floor: 55 euros/person
Reviews
Thiery was phenomenal. His knowledge of the castle and the villages gave so much depth to the tour.
Carlos our guide was friendly and kept a good pace for the day. The stops were exactly as advertised and an enjoyable way to see the area without renting a car.
Jenna was an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable about the area. Great quick visit to two of the areas around Sarlat.
Frequently asked questions
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Additional information
This tour is ideal for private groups, art lovers, garden enthusiasts, and travelers who want to pair the grand royal heritage of Versailles with the intimate artistic world of Claude Monet. It is particularly suited to guests drawn to the Hall of Mirrors, French landscape design, Impressionist art, and Monet’s water-lily gardens. The private journey from Paris offers a coherent way to experience the contrasts between formal royal architecture and the colorful natural setting that inspired Monet’s paintings.