Private tour in Paris Sunday R

Palace of Versailles - Full Day Expedition & Private Tour

Tour #1101213
4.9 (8)

Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

up to 6 people

7 hours

Public transportation

Party size:

1

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Overview of your Paris tour:

Have you ever imagined a day in the life of a King? Ever wanted to stroll one of the world's most famous palace's gardens, transporting yourself to one of Marie-Antoinette's lavish picnics? If so, this is the tour for you. Within this Versailles tour, I will explain the tiny intricacies of the French Monarchy; from how they transitioned from a hunting cottage to one of the most impressive palaces and grounds ever made. We will explore just how the UNESCO declared World Heritage Site that is Château de Versailles, and learn how it became a chateau in the first place, how Louis XIV actually acquired the name of Sun King, how he grew up, and how he strategically maintained monarchical power. We'll discuss just how the monarchs' lifestyles affected the french people, and how their excesses resulted in the guillotining of King Louis XVI and his unpopular, yet exceptionally stylish, wife Marie-Antoinette during the French Revolution. Come and learn about french history through this key historical site with me!

Your Paris tour itinerary

·Our tour will start traveling to Versailles from Paris by train altogether. ·Reaching Versailles, we will head right towards the Palace for exploring it, learning about the history of the French Kings, and also importantly, the lives of some key figures in French history, Louis XIV the Sun King, as well as Louis XVI and his wife Marie Antoinette. -We will begin covering the Royal Apartments, which will show you the ways the monarchy lived, their lifestyles, the oddities surrounding a King's life, the excesses, and you'll learn how these excesses resulted in revolution. -From the palace interior, we will then make our way outside into the magical Versailles Palace Gardens designed by Andre Le Notre. -Afterwards, we will head to the Trianon Palace, home to Marie Antoinette. -Finally, we will cap our day off with a picnic in the Gardens (weather allowing), or otherwise grab a bite in the town of Versailles, before heading back to Paris. Please note I'm more than happy to customize this tour accordingly!

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Transportation Details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train

We travel to and from by Train. A Private Transfer is Optional, for a different price.

What's included
  • Private Guide
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses. Please note Admission tickets are an additional cost between 21.50 euros - 35 euros, depending on season. We can discuss when planning the trip how many tickets will be needed. A link will be sent upon confirmation of the tour booking and confirmation of admission to the palace. Train tickets are approx 8 euros per person round trip, I will assist with this at the station. Alternatively I am happy to organise car transfers at an additional cost tbc.
  • Public Transportation
  • Food Drinks Snacks
  • Tickets: Personal expenses. Please note Admission tickets are an additional cost between 21.50 euros - 35 euros, depending on season. We can discuss when planning the trip how many tickets will be needed. A link will be sent upon confirmation of the tour booking and confirmation of admission to the palace. Train tickets are approx 8 euros per person round trip, I will assist with this at the station. Alternatively I am happy to organise car transfers at an additional cost tbc.
  • Private Transportation
Meeting location

Paris, Île-de-France, France

We will meet outside RER C Pont de l'Alma. I will give you specific directions once the tour is booked. Alternatively I am happy to meet you at your hotel if a car transfer is included in the tour.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories

City Highlights

Day Trip

Off The Beaten Path

Art And Culture

Languages
Fluent

French

Fluent

English

Activity level
High
Accessibility

Kid Friendly

wheelchair Accessible

5

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Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

Size:

up to 6 people

Duration:

7 hours

Transportation:

Public transportation

Party size:

1

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Includes all fees

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Size:

up to 6 people

Duration:

7 hours

Transportation:

Public transportation

Party size:

1

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