Versailles & Giverny AudioGuided Tour with Lunch
Highlights
- Explore the Giverny Monet’s Gardens and the Palace of Versailles.
- Discover the Palace via its large, royal apartments.
- Find out Monet’s impressionistic source of inspiration through his magnificent gardens.
- Learn about some fascinating stories and anecdotes at both sites with your Audio Guide.
- At Giverny, enter the universe of Claude Monet.
- Get priority access to both attractions as you step into the royal universe of Kings and Queens of France.
Uncover the highlights of France with a visit to Giverny's Monet Gardens and the Palace of Versailles. Enjoy skip-the-line entry and an audio guide as you delve into the history of French royalty.
Your Experience
Spend a full day exploring two of France's most iconic landmarks at your own pace. The coach departs at 8:15am, taking you to the Fondation Claude Monet, where you can wander through the gardens and the artist's former residence. Take in the reading room, often referred to as the "blue room," the sunny yellow dining room decorated with Japanese prints, and the private quarters. The studio, now a souvenir shop, is also worth a look. Stroll along the flower-lined pathways that inspired Monet's paintings, admire the vibrant flowerbeds, and step into Clos-Normand, which features a variety of exotic plants. Cross the Japanese bridge and gaze at the famous water lilies that appear in his renowned works. Immerse yourself in Monet's world, surrounded by an otherworldly ambiance. Then, board the coach for a meal at the Moulin de Fourges restaurant, where you can enjoy traditional Normandy cuisine.
After lunch, proceed to the Palace of Versailles. With priority access, you can skip the queues and use your audio guide to explore the King's Apartments, which consist of seven rooms, each themed after a different deity. Next, visit the awe-inspiring Hall of Mirrors, where grand celebrations once took place, and which offers views over the Versailles Gardens. Look for the emblem of the Sun King, Louis XIV, a symbol of 17th-century French art. If the season allows, enjoy the Musical Fountains Show and the Musical Garden; otherwise, take your time to discover the statues, sculptures, fountains, flowerbeds, groves, and reflective pools. The gardens were designed by André Le Nôtre under Louis XIV's direction, giving the palace its unique and majestic scale. This tour offers an unparalleled sense of grandeur and luxury.