Overview
Discover the grandeur of Versailles on this private half-day tour from Paris, designed exclusively for you and your party. Travel in comfort by luxury vehicle with a dedicated driver-host who accompanies you throughout the experience.
At the Palace of Versailles, you will join an official licensed palace guide (guide conférencier) for a guided visit with headsets, discovering the world of Louis XIV, the French monarchy, and royal court life. After the Palace visit, your driver-host will take you to the Trianon Estate for a walk through the Grand and Petit Trianon and the Hamlet of Marie Antoinette, offering a more intimate view of royal life away from the main palace.
What to expect:
- Private hotel pick-up and drop-off in Paris (luxury vehicle)
- Fully private experience for you and your party
- Dedicated driver-host throughout the tour
- Skip-the-line Palace tickets
- Guided Palace visit with an official licensed guide (headsets included)
- Transfer to the Trianon Estate and walk
Who Is It For:
For travelers who want to discover Versailles in depth — with a real expert by their side — but without losing a full day. Ideal for couples, families, art lovers, and history enthusiasts
Itinerary
08:30–09:30 Paris (approx. 1 hour)
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in a comfortable car or minivan. Relax on the scenic drive from Paris to Versailles while your guide shares fascinating insights about the palace’s history.
09:30–12:30 Palace of Versailles (approx. 3 hour)
Explore the magnificent halls of Versailles with a licensed guide. Behind the walls of the Grand Apartments lie the private apartments of Louis XV and Louis XVI. Accompanied by a qualified guide, this tour gives you a look into the intimate atmosphere and the refined decoration of these living areas. Discover the King’s Apartments, the Queen’s Chambers, and the Hall of Mirrors at your own pace.
12:00 – 13:00
After your visit, meet your driver and take a short transfer to Trianon.
13:00 – 13:30 Hameau de la Reine
Hidden in the palace grounds, this picturesque village was built for Marie Antoinette as a private retreat. Designed like a charming countryside farm, it allowed the queen tao escape court life and enjoy a more rustic, peaceful setting.
13:30 – 14:00 Le Petit Trianon
A neoclassical gem, this elegant château was gifted to Marie Antoinette by Louis XVI. It became her personal sanctuary, featuring beautifully presaerved rooms and intimate gardens where she enjoyed a life away from the rigid etiquette of Versailles.
14:00 – 14:30 Le Grand Trianon
A pink-marble palace surrounded by lush gardens, the Grand Trianon served as a retreat for French kings seeking respite from court life. Napoleon later used it as his residence, and today, it remains one of the most exquisite buildings in Versailles.
14:30 – 15:30 (approx. 1 hour)
Return to Paris with your driver
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and drop-off are available in Paris and nearby cities (such as Boulogne-Billancourt, Saint-Denis, Neuilly-sur-Seine, etc.). Please provide your address when booking.