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- French
Discover another side of Versailles, far from the most frequented paths. With your private guide, exclusively dedicated to your group, start before the crowds, explore the magnificent gardens of André Le Nôtre and the secret groves of the Sun King, at your own pace.
After some free time to have lunch on the banks of the Little Venice, discover the intimate world of Marie Antoinette at the Petit Trianon and the charming Queen's Hamlet.
Because this visit is entirely private, your Guide adapts the explanations and pace to your interests. You benefit from a personalized experience, without being mixed with other groups.
The "Passport" ticket is included, with access to the Grand Apartments and the Hall of Mirrors, which you can explore at your leisure.
Discover how Versailles became the symbol of absolute power, then the theater of the fall of the monarchy, through its gardens, its architecture, its history, and the life of the royal court.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
You will meet your Guide who will wait for you at the foot of the Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV, on the Place D'arme, in front of the Palace of Versailles.
Itinerary
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1Palace of Versailles
Find your dedicated Guide in front of the Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV on the parade ground of the Palace of Versailles. After a brief presentation of the day, your visit begins with an introduction to the history of the estate and the birth of Versailles.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2L'Orangerie
Admire the impressive Orangery, designed to house hundreds of orange trees and exotic plants. A testament to the prestige and technical prowess of the reign of Louis XIV.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Jardins du Chateau de Versailles
Discover the gardens imagined by André Le Nôtre, masterpiece of the French garden. Perspectives, fountains, and groves reveal how Louis XIV used the art of gardens to stage his power.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4Grand Canal
Enjoy a free lunch break in the peaceful setting of La Petite Venise before continuing your discovery of the estate.
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5The Grand Trianon
The Grand Trianon, elegant pink marble palace built by Louis XIV as a retirement residence away from court etiquette. Your guide will present the history of this exceptional place, appreciated by several generations of sovereigns.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Le Petit Trianon
Built under Louis XV and then offered to Marie Antoinette, the Petit Trianon reveals a more intimate facet of royal life, far from the ceremony of the château.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Le Hameau De La Reine
Stroll through the famous Queen's Hamlet, a Norman-inspired village imagined to offer Marie Antoinette a refuge away from court life.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8Palace of Versailles
Your guided tour ends here. Thanks to your included Passport ticket, freely discover the Grand Apartments, the Hall of Mirrors, and the public open spaces at your own pace.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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