16 Cloître Notre Dame, Chartres, 28000
Place d'Armes, Versailles, 78000
Place d'Armes, Versailles, 78000
Your tour starts with pickup at your hotel in Paris for the 1-hour drive in a private vehicle to Chartres. Located about 50 miles (80 km) southwest of Paris, the town is best known for the Cathedral Notre-Dame de Chartres, one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in the world. Ornamented with more than 4,000 sculptures, the cathedral has been an important destination for travelers since the 12th century; many pilgrims come to see its relic the Santa Camisa, said to be worn by Mary at the birth of Jesus, and others come to admire the 176 stained-glass windows that create a relatively dark but richly colored interior where light filters through the many narrative and symbolic panes. The labyrinth, in the center of the nave, and the crypt beneath the cathedral are two other can't-miss features you'll see inside before heading outside to focus on the structure itself: its towers built in different styles, its facade with detailed sculptures and statues, the astronomical clock from the 15th century, the flying buttresses, the bishop's garden where you can enjoy a view over the old town, and the labyrinth garden from the 18th century.After your visit of the cathedral with your private guide, you can enjoy a stroll around town before heading back to Paris, where your tour ends.
After hotel pickup in Paris, your tour starts with the drive to the Palace of Versailles, which played a fascinating role in French history. The dream of the Sun King, the palace is a pure example of the classical French architecture of the 17th century and is home to two smaller estates—the Trianon and Marie Antoinette's Hameau.When you arrive, your guide tells you about the history of the château and its infamous residents. See and hear about the places constructed specially for King Louis XIV, such as the Hall of Mirrors, the apartments of the king and the queen, and other royal chambers. After your visit inside the palace, follow your guide outside to see the gardens and groves designed by the landscape architect Le Notre, the creator of the French garden style.At the end of your time at Versailles, you'll be returned to Paris in your private transport.
After hotel pickup in Paris, your tour starts with the drive to the Palace of Versailles, which played a fascinating role in French history. The dream of the Sun King, the palace is a pure example of the classical French architecture of the 17th century and is home to two smaller estates—the Trianon and Marie Antoinette's Hameau.When you arrive, your guide tells you about the history of the château and its infamous residents. See and hear about the places constructed specially for King Louis XIV, such as the Hall of Mirrors, the apartments of the king and the queen, and other royal chambers. After your visit inside the palace, follow your guide outside to see the gardens and groves designed by the landscape architect Le Notre, the creator of the French garden style.At the end of your time at Versailles, you'll be returned to Paris in your private transport.
This brand new tour allows you to combine two "must-do" when traveling to Paris: visit the iconic Arc de Triomphe on a self-guided tour as well as going around the city on a hop-on hop-off bus. Visitors can marvel at the sheer size and detail of the Arc from ground level, and take the elevator or climb 284 steps to the roof terrace at the top. Take in 360° panoramic views of Paris, and marvel at the circulating muddle of traffic in the roundabout below.. Aboard a Big Bus open-top, double-decker bus, admire panoramic views of top Paris attractions including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Moulin Rouge and more, all while listening to audio commentary. Follow two easy routes, and hop on and off at any of the 15 stops around town.
A guided tour, specially designed to discover, in one day, the Mont Saint-Michel's marvels. Transportation from Paris by bus or minivan. Entrance and visit of the Abbey included with audioguide. During this day trip, you will take the most impressive "Marvel of the Western world", the Mont-Saint-Michel which is erected in the heart of a large bay surrounded by the sea and spring tides. You will discover the medieval city, the Abbey, and all tourist places of the site. You will travel by comfortable bus or minibus with air conditioning with a professional guide who will trace the history of Mont Saint-Michel and guide you through the medieval town and its ramparts.Enjoy a visit of the famous abbey World Heritage of UNESCO, audio guide and ticket included with time to wander at your own pace, around the old city and its streets. This tour will let you discover Normandy as well, a rich region in history with charming landscapes all along the way
Paris private guided tour with pick up and drop off at the door step of your accommodation. You will see the highlights of the city in the outmost comfort of a Mercedes Minivan with the live commentaries of your official guide expert in the history of Paris and its emblematic monuments.