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Explore the opulent Palace of Versailles and its stunning gardens with this exclusive full-day private tour from Paris. Begin with a seamless pickup from your hotel, then traverse the expansive gardens in a golf cart, discovering hidden gems along the way. Enjoy a café break, delve into Marie-Antoinette’s world at the Petit Trianon, and savor a leisurely lunch featuring French cuisine. With an audio guide, take your time exploring the Palace’s grand halls, including the iconic Hall of Mirrors, before heading back to Paris in comfort. Ideal for all ages, this tour offers a personalized and relaxed experience without the crowds. - Private transport to and from your Paris location - Golf cart exploration of the Versailles gardens - Visit Petit Trianon and enjoy lunch break - Self-paced palace visit with audio guide included

Discover Strasbourg beyond the guidebooks on this warm and authentic walking tour, limited to just 8 people for a more personal experience. Starting at Place Kléber, we'll explore the city's must-see landmarks and hidden gems, from the Cathedral and La Petite France to quiet corners most visitors miss. Along the way, I'll share the stories, history, and local culture that bring Strasbourg to life. As a local guide, I also love recommending my favorite cafés, bakeries, restaurants, wine bars, photo spots, and hidden addresses so you can enjoy the city like a local. Depending on the season, we may wander along the river, discover peaceful neighborhoods, or soak up the magical atmosphere of Strasbourg's famous Christmas Markets. By joining this tour, you're supporting an independent local guide rather than a large tour company ✅ Feel free to contact me for private tours, larger groups, or any questions!

Experience the best of Paris with Orsay Museum & Seine River Cruise Tickets. Start your adventure at the Orsay Museum, home to world-famous Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Renoir, and more, all displayed in a stunning historic building. After exploring incredible art, unwind on a relaxing Seine River cruise and admire Paris’s top landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and the Louvre, from the water. This combo offers a perfect mix of culture, sightseeing, and leisure, giving you an unforgettable Parisian experience in one seamless trip. Highlights: • Entry to the world-renowned Orsay Museum • Marvel at famous Impressionist and Post-Impressionist artworks • Relax on a scenic Seine River cruise • Enjoy views of Paris’s iconic monuments from the water • Perfect combination of art, culture, and sightseeing

A fully private and personalized French Riviera experience designed around you. Pick up and drop off in Cannes or Nice. Explore Monaco, Èze, and hidden local gems with a friendly guide who brings each place to life through stories and insights. Enjoy flexible pacing, no crowds, and stunning views at every stop. This is more than a tour, it’s an authentic, relaxed way to discover the Riviera at your own rhythm.

Your guide will take you to the top of Montmartre for its breathtaking views of Paris. On this private guided tour, you’ll visit the beautiful Sacré-Coeur Basilica and see the artists who still gather to sell their wares in the Place du Tertre. Stroll through cobblestone streets where Van Gogh, Toulouse-Lautrec, Renoir and Picasso painted their famous works. Don’t miss La Maison Rose, the Cabaret Lapin Agile, and the oldest working vineyard in Paris.

With your personal AI guide you aren't restricted to major landmarks and limited stories any more! Explore iconic sites like Château de Beaugency, Maison de Jeanne d'Arc, Orléans Cathedral or any other popular or less known landmark, historical building or even piece of art. You can ask about literally anything which catches your eye: whole city district, hidden street corner, intriguing frescoes... Key Features for Your French Holiday: Snap a photo of any ancient ruin, fountain, or masterpiece and instantly receive a fascinating story. It’s like having a historian in your pocket! Navigate seamlessly with map-based audio tours, giving you full flexibility. Choose a narrator persona—from an in-depth local guide to a fun, kid-friendly companion—to tailor the stories to your interests. Offline Ready: Download guides in advance so you never miss a story, even without Wi-Fi. 7 days premium subscription included. Available both for iPhones and Android smartphones

Specializing in wine tours, Bastien, a certified driver and guide, accompanies you in his comfortable vehicle to discover the Bordeaux terroir. You will travel along roads adorned with magnificent castles and estates, visit selected locations of exceptional quality, and participate in delightful tastings. Throughout the journey, as your private guide, Bastien will provide commentary in French or English. You will openly discuss the region and the world of wine with him. Here you will have a specific program about the stone, minerals and geologie.

Accompanied by your certified private driver-guide, explore the right bank in one afternoon to discover the wines and medieval treasures of Saint-Émilion, in comfort and safety. You will visit an exceptional classified estate, selected for its outstanding qualities, taste their fine wines, and attend a sound and light show under the limestone quarry, depicting the history of Bordeaux and its great figures. The second visit focuses on a high-level classified estate. You will explore the vineyard, the cellar, and attend a lecture on the specific winemaking processes of classified Saint-Émilion red wines. A tour of the medieval quarter of Saint-Émilion is also organized, along with a visit to the Bordeaux Foundation. - Duration: Approximately 6 hours in a comfortable 5-seater hybrid vehicle - Private driver-guide fluent in French and English - Includes visits to two selected estates and tastings - Free cancellation 24 hours prior to departure

Accompanied by your certified private driver-guide, explore the Graves wine region in the southern Bordeaux area, the birthplace of the vineyard, and visit the Château de La Brède, dating from the 15th century, built by the famous philosopher Montesquieu. Enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant near Pessac before visiting an estate renovated by the Kressmann family. Savor a grand cru classé during the visit to a classified estate in the Graves terroir, an exceptional site. Please note that lunch is not included.

Accompanied by your private driver and certified guide, explore in a single day the vineyards that have resolutely embraced modernity. Rooted in a long history, some Bordeaux châteaux are evolving towards avant-garde architecture with nearly futuristic cellars. Let’s discover together these modern estates where design is redefining the winemaking landscape and taste wines that are truly innovative.

Specializing in wine tours, Bastien, a certified driver and guide, accompanies you in his comfortable vehicle to discover the Bordeaux terroir. You will travel along roads adorned with magnificent castles and estates, visit selected locations of exceptional quality, and participate in delightful tastings. Throughout the journey, as your private guide, Bastien will provide commentary in French or English. You will openly discuss the region and the world of wine with him. Here you ' ll have a specialized program which focus on biodynamic and organic production, all around Saint Emilion.

Specializing in wine tours, Bastien, a certified driver and guide, accompanies you in his comfortable vehicle to discover the Bordeaux terroir. You will travel along roads adorned with magnificent castles and estates, visit selected locations of exceptional quality, and participate in delightful tastings. Throughout the journey, as your private guide, Bastien will provide commentary in French or English. You will openly discuss the region and the world of wine with him. Let's discover here incredible classified estates with an outstanding architecture.

Discover the intriguing past of Père Lachaise Cemetery on this engaging tour, where Paris history and stories intertwine. Begin with an overview of medieval Paris and delve into the fascinating tale of how cemeteries were demolished in the 18th century, leading to the creation of this iconic burial ground in 1804. Along the way, encounter the graves of legendary figures like Oscar Wilde, Chopin, and Jim Morrison, and learn about their unique stories. This tour provides an insightful glimpse into Parisian history and the lives of its notable residents. - Explore the rich history of Père Lachaise Cemetery - Learn about the transformation of Parisian burial practices - Meet the famous residents, from Oscar Wilde to Jim Morrison - Guided by an expert with insider knowledge of the cemetery's secrets

Step into the heart of Nice’s historic Old Town, where medieval streets, Baroque churches, and centuries of history intertwine to create one of the Mediterranean’s most captivating urban landscapes. With this experience, the Old Town isn’t just something you visit—it’s something you learn to read, detail by fascinating detail. What sets this journey apart is our architectural perspective. We go beyond picturesque alleyways and charming squares to uncover the stories hidden within stone façades, church domes, noble palaces, and forgotten fortifications. From the medieval origins of the city to the grandeur of the Baroque age, each stop reveals how architecture reflects the ambitions, beliefs, and struggles of the people who shaped Nice. This isn’t just a tour—it’s seeing Nice’s Old Town as it was meant to be seen.

Rouen, through the centuries: a journey to the heart of Normandy’s history Go back in time and discover the fascinating history of Rouen and the Dukes of Normandy on a unique tour that blends heritage, legends and historical chronology. Learn how Normandy was born out of the Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte, when Vikings and Franks sealed the birth of a new duchy. Relive the city’s highlights through three key periods: Roman Rouen, its origins and its first fortifications, Medieval Rouen, capital of the Duchy and witness of Joan of Arc, Modern Rouen, marked by urban transformations and major events. This tour takes you through the history of Rouen from the 3rd century BC. C. to the present day, following the evolution of the city, its stones and its soul. With me, every street, every monument becomes a living witness to a past that shaped Normandy and France.

Discover Versailles at a pace that lets you truly absorb the glory of France's most magnificent royal estate. No rushing and just authentic immersion into three centuries of royal life. Skip the queues with priority access, plus receive an annual pass for unlimited future visits. Explore the State Apartments and the legendary Hall of Mirrors, where 357 mirrors reflect the gardens and centuries of history. Wander through André Le Nôtre's masterpiece gardens, from geometric parterres to hidden groves. Visit the Grand Trianon Louis XIV's elegant pink marble retreat, later favored by Napoleon. Then enter Marie Antoinette's private world at the Petit Trianon, where even the king needed the queen's invitation. Conclude at her enchanting Hameau, the theatrical farm village where she played at pastoral life, acting out Rousseau's dreams while revolution was rising in Paris. This is Versailles experienced properly with time to breathe and truly feel the weight of history.

This intensive full-day tour combines two of Normandy's most significant sites spanning a millennium of history. Begin early with a journey to the D-Day landing beach, focusing on the American sector where Operation Overlord unfolded on June 6, 1944. Visit the Overlord Museum chronicling the invasion planning and military equipment, pay respects at the American Cemetery where 9,388 white marble crosses and Stars of David mark the graves of fallen soldiers and stand on Omaha Beach itself where the 1st and 29th Infantry Divisions faced the war's bloodiest landing. After lunch at the coast, continue to Mont Saint-Michel, the medieval abbey rising from its tidal island where Benedictine monks have maintained a spiritual presence since the 8th century. Arrive at the mount in late afternoon to witness the abbey's Gothic spire catching the sunset light across the bay. This comprehensive tour connects the sacrifice of the Greatest Generation with France's medieval architectural triumph.

Experience the heart of the French Renaissance through four iconic châteaux in one unforgettable day. Stop at Château de Chambord for an exterior visit of the largest château in the Loire Valley, designed by Leonardo da Vinci—who also hid the Mona Lisa within its walls during WWII. Step inside Château de Blois, where four architectural styles blend into one royal residence. Here, Joan of Arc received her blessing before her legendary campaign. Explore Château d'Amboise, perched above the Loire River as the main royal residence of Renaissance France—where Leonardo da Vinci himself is buried in the royal chapel. Tour the interiors of Château de Chenonceau, the "Ladies' Château" built across the river. Powerful women like Catherine de Medici filled it with secrets and intrigue—before it was transformed into a WWI hospital, saving thousands of lives. From Leonardo da Vinci's genius to deadly royal drama, experience the real stories that shaped France.

Montmartre is often remembered through the men who painted, wrote, drank, and performed here. HERA tells a different story. This walking tour follows the women of Montmartre: artists, rebels, performers, and cultural figures, who helped shape the neighbourhood’s creative identity, often without receiving the same recognition as their male counterparts. Through village streets, hidden corners, and places of artistic memory, we’ll explore how women created space for freedom, ambition, reinvention, and self-expression in one of Paris’s most mythologised neighbourhoods. But HERA is not only about the past. Along the way, we’ll also look at how women continue to shape Montmartre today through creativity, independent businesses, local projects, and cultural spaces. This walk connects hidden histories with the living neighbourhood: stories of ambition, freedom, resilience, and transformation, set against the backdrop of one of Paris’s most iconic and inspiring districts.

With this tour you will be able to discover the most emblematic points of Marseille at your own pace. Designed by Laurianne, City Guide, this tour includes the most important monuments of the historic center of Marseille, as well as many curiosities of its present and past. With audio narrated by herself and images, you will live as complete an experience as if accompanied in person, but with the freedom to have all the information and a GPS guided map on your mobile. There are no schedules or groups: once booked, you will have 14 days to complete it as many times as you want and when you decide. You will have access to the tour from 00:00 on the day you select. It includes food and leisure recommendations selected by Laurianne so you can enjoy Marseille as a local. Instructions to activate the tour will arrive after purchase both by message and at the entrance of Viator.

With this tour you will be able to discover the most emblematic points of Nice at your own pace. Designed by Vanessa, City Guide, this tour includes the most important monuments of the Historic Centre of Nice, as well as many curiosities from its present and past. With audio narrated by herself and images, you will live as complete an experience as if accompanied in person, but with the freedom to have all the information and a GPS guided map on your mobile. There are no schedules or groups: once booked, you will have 14 days to complete it as many times as you want and when you decide. You will have access to the tour from 00:00 on the day you select. Includes food and leisure recommendations selected by Vanessa to enjoy Nice as a local. Instructions to activate the tour will arrive after purchase both by message and at the entrance of Viator.

This ticket includes a guided tour of the Musée Soieries Brochier, the emblematic institution of Lyon silk. Accompanied by a Guide, you will discover the history of a traditional silk house that collaborated with haute couture and artists. The route highlights iconic dresses and innovations that have transformed silk into technical and bright textiles. The experience takes place in the heart of the Grand Inn-Dieu, one of Lyon’s most beautiful monuments, and concludes with a shop offering authentic accessories Made in Lyon.

Discover the heart and soul of Paris on a guided walking tour through Montmartre, one of the city’s most artistic and historic neighborhoods. Stroll through charming cobblestone streets, hidden alleys, and lively squares as your local guide brings Montmartre’s stories to life. Learn about famous artists who lived here, explore iconic landmarks, and enjoy the authentic atmosphere that makes this area so special. Along the way, you’ll experience Parisian culture beyond the tourist crowds, with insights into local food traditions, art, and daily life. This tour is perfect for travelers who want a deeper, more authentic Paris experience in a relaxed small-group setting.

A day to enjoy Provence, between vineyards, wines and local cuisine. Visit three carefully selected estates, discover their cellars and their history, let yourself be guided during guided tastings highlighting the diversity of terroirs. Between discoveries, enjoy a gourmet lunch in a small Provencal village full of charm. A complete experience for wine and gastronomy lovers.