Private tour in Paris Vincent D

Full day Versailles Guided Tour (8 hours)

4.8

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Vincent D.

4.9

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My name is Vincent an official tour guide/lecturer in Paris and France. I am a licensed tour guide in France and I have been working since 1989. It was the year when Paris celebrated the centenary of the Eiffel Tower as well as the bicentennial of the French Revolution. My knowledge in art history and History grew over the years and I like to share it with visitors. Most of my work experience has been in conducting small groups and private tours because I like interaction to be able to adapt to desires and expectations. I am flexible with families. I can guide in different means: driving, biking and walking. These can give you the possibility to discover Paris and its culture with a wide range of aspects such as food, architecture and also to tour the different museums inside such as the Louvre, Orsay, Orangerie and the palace of Versailles. Departing from Paris I can show you the diversity of the countryside with the impressionist touch of Giverny, the château of Fontainebleau, the cathedral of Chartres or the Landing Beaches of Normandy as well as the battlefields of the First World War in Champagne and Picardie and more. . . So do not hesitate to contact me. Guide conferencier and licensed driver

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Overview of your Paris tour

Introduction to the century of Louis XIV and the history of the Palace and the Gardens. Tailored visit of the Park with Grand Canal. Discovery of the architecture of the Palace, the different courtyards, Private guided visit of the Royal Apartments, the Royal Chapel, the Hall of Mirrors. Lunch in a place at your choice. Private walking tour through the gardens. On the afternoon I will guide you at the Grand Trianon (second residence of the king) and its magnificent collection of furniture, the small Trianon and Marie Antoinette Estate. And we will finish with a bucolic walk by the queen's hamlet. Note that the Versailles palace is closed on Mondays.

Recent Reviews

Nancy T.United States
August 2022

Vincent was fabulous. I would highly recommend him. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. Four of us took the tour and all thought he was great If we come back we would definitely use him again.

Suk P.United States
June 2022

Vincent was an amazing tour guide for our Versailles tour. We saw everything that we wanted to see including the Hamlet, Grand Trianon, Le Petit Trianon, the water fountain synchronized to music, Hall of Mirrors, etc. We had a family of 5 including three teenage boys. All of us were able to find something to love about Versailles. He suggested a wonderful bakery for lunch where we had savory quiches and just as equally amazing deserts. It's a full day tour but well worth it. Thank you Vicent!

Steve K.United States
September 2019

Vincent is a highly professional guide. His knowledge is outstanding. He has a very pleasant demeanor, we really enjoyed our day with him. Highest possible recommendation

Mary Beth M.United States
July 2019

We loved having Vincent as our guide around Versailles. We were always in the right place at the perfect time. I highly recommend using Vincent for an educational and exciting tour of Versailles and the gardens. Thank you, Vincent!

Kevin E.United States
July 2019

Our family had a fantastic day touring Versailles with Vincent! He was excellent at sharing his knowledge of France history, Paris history, and the finer points about what can be seen at Versailles. As an experienced tour guide, he was very adept at communicating his in-depth knowledge of each personality, structures, furnishings, and grounds that he ensured we experienced. While his tour for us was fast-paced, it was very appropriate given everything we wanted to see! Depth & breadth of knowledge +++++!

Micheal H.United States
July 2018

Vincent is fantastic. The combination of his knowledge & personality make for a great day. Vincent knows what is important in the palace & gardens as well as the best angle from which to view them due to other visitors. So glad we did not attempt Versailles on our own. Do not hesitate to book this tour with Vincent. Money well spent.

Your Paris tour itinerary

Pick up early in the morning at your hotel or apartment, around 8 am. Then we head to Versailles (around 20 km drive). In the morning our entrance to the palace is scheduled at a specific time in order to avoid the individual's entrance line. Visit of the state apartments, inside the palace followed by a visit of the gardens. Then we will stop for lunch, three possible options, one restaurant, one brasserie, and if the weather conditions are favorable we can arrange a picnic in the park, in front of the magnificent canal. Grand Trianon, small Trianon, queen's hamlet visited after lunch and you will be back at the hotel at around 5 pm. Could you please ask me directly by e-mail for my availability before booking with me, especially during high season from April 1st until October 31st. Thank you !

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

VAN type Peugeot 5008, Mercedes class C sedan type

What's included
Other: Other: Private guiding inside the palace and Trianons, transportation, Headsets (to communicate with you if required), liability insurance, parking fees, entrances at the Palace, Grand Trianon, Petit Trianon, entrance at the park. entrance tickets at the garden on the weekends (free entrance on a weekday).
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What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Food and beverages.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Paris, Île-de-France, France

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Other details
Tour categories
History
Layover
Tour reference number
219124
Languages
Italian
German
French
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

4.8

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This private tour in Paris is perfect for travellers who want an in-depth exploration of Versailles with the convenience of skip-the-line tickets. It's ideal for those interested in the history of Louis XIV, the architecture of the Palace, and the beauty of the gardens. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible, making it a great choice for seniors or travellers with mobility concerns.

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