Palace of Versailles
Discover the most decadent palace and gardens the French court had ever known and enjoy a Champagne tasting in a local restaurant.
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Visit the most famous royal palace in the world, but experience it with a passionate historian who will explain how Versailles came to be the emblem of the French monarchy. Also, how it came to be the most hated property of the people before the Revolution.
Start by learning about the small hunting lodge that was reconstructed by Louis XIV who hired the most sought-after architects, painters, and landscapers of the time. No detail was too small for these great artists, and Louis didn’t think twice about the budget.
After the château, your guide will take you for a glass of Champagne and lunch. Unfortunately, Louis XIV never had the opportunity to taste the delights of this bubbly beverage, but his successor certainly did! Your guide will let you know how the monarchy made Champagne into what it is today.
Next, you will head to the gardens to visit Marie Antoinette’s modest “country home”. It is here you will see how this young Austrian monarch became the scapegoat of the French Revolution.
The Palace of Versailles
22Discover the most decadent palace and gardens the French court had ever known and enjoy a Champagne tasting in a local restaurant.
Click icons to learn more
Visit the most famous royal palace in the world, but experience it with a passionate historian who will explain how Versailles came to be the emblem of the French monarchy. Also, how it came to be the most hated property of the people before the Revolution.
Start by learning about the small hunting lodge that was reconstructed by Louis XIV who hired the most sought-after architects, painters, and landscapers of the time. No detail was too small for these great artists, and Louis didn’t think twice about the budget.
After the château, your guide will take you for a glass of Champagne and lunch. Unfortunately, Louis XIV never had the opportunity to taste the delights of this bubbly beverage, but his successor certainly did! Your guide will let you know how the monarchy made Champagne into what it is today.
Next, you will head to the gardens to visit Marie Antoinette’s modest “country home”. It is here you will see how this young Austrian monarch became the scapegoat of the French Revolution.
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Lunch
This itinerary includes lunch. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs so that we may inform the chef.
guide
A private guide is included in the itinerary who will provide you with plenty of anecdotes and fun facts to bring back home.
CHAUFFEUR
This experience includes private transportation to and from Paris with a licensed chauffeur. In general, we use Mercedes S-Class or V-Class vehicles.
DURATION
This is an experience that will last approximately 8-9 hours, including all activities, transfers, and lunch.
NUMBER OF PEOPLE
We recommend 2-6 guests for this tour, but can accommodate larger groups upon request.
