Day Trips from France to Paris

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Château de Fontainebleau is one of France’s largest and most significant châteaus, which can make it overwhelming to navigate independently. Immerse in eight centuries of history, art history, and architecture with your own personal art historian on this private skip-the-line tour. For ease, your package includes 2-way transfers direct from your Paris address.

Discover more than just the famous landmarks of Paris. This experience combines 30+ iconic sights, engaging local storytelling and admission to the magnificent Opéra Garnier, with the freedom to create your perfect Parisian ending. Unlike a typical sightseeing tour, you'll explore the city on foot, discover hidden corners of Montmartre, hear fascinating stories and experience the atmosphere of Paris beyond the postcards. From the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame to the Louvre and Champs-Élysées, every stop reveals another side of the city. The experience becomes even more special with flexible options. Enjoy elegant French dining at the historic Café de la Paix, admire Paris from the Seine on a sightseeing cruise, or choose both. Perfect for couples, families and first-time visitors, this tour brings together Parisian history, culture, architecture and unforgettable experiences in one carefully designed adventure.

Embark on an enchanting private tour with your private driver, an expert long-distance driver, immersing yourself in breathtaking vistas, cultural treasures, and natural wonders. This journey promises unforgettable moments as you explore the world on your exclusive trip. This private tour is a pleasant way to spend your time. It includes transportation from Le Havre to a sightseeing stop in Paris and back. All this in the comfort of a private car with an English-speaking local driver who knows the area and will be happy to share information with you. 1 to 3 people, we will provide a sedan or combi. 4 people, we will provide an MPV. 5 to 7 people, we will provide a VAN. If you prefer a larger vehicle and wish to ensure additional space during your trip, please choose a different number of travelers in the booking form according to this description. Our drivers are friendly and available at all times. If you have any requirements, just let us know.

To understand the history of World War I, few experiences are more rewarding than visiting the actual French battlefields where soldiers fought for their lives. With this guided tour from Paris, history enthusiasts can see where US Marines fought the German soldiers in Belleau Wood. Visit actual trenches and bomb craters, see the graves in the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery, and stop at the Devil Dog Fountain—all with a guide to lead the way.

Take advantage of your limited time on dry land on a private Paris shore excursion from Le Havre or Honfleur. This laidback and efficient tour is perfect for travelers who want to see the French capital’s highlights without feeling rushed. Guests have the option to explore independently or with a personal guide. Either way, you'll enjoy leisurely stops outside the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and Champs-Elysees before returning to the port.

Want to make the most of your shore excursion in France? Plan a Paris day out just for your party with this flexible, round-trip transfer service. Meet your driver at your northern port, and hop aboard your air-conditioned vehicle. Then, head to Paris and see only the landmarks that interest you most, from the Eiffel Tower and Montmartre to the Louvre and Latin Quarter. At day’s end, return to port.

Paris in a day from Honfleur — the ultimate bucket list shore excursion for cruise passengers who want to experience the City of Light without the stress of organizing it themselves. The Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and Notre-Dame Cathedral, all in one private full day with a vehicle that travels exclusively for your group. Your driver picks you up from any location in Honfleur — cruise terminal, hotel or train station — and guarantees your return before the all-aboard time. With over 15 years of experience organizing shore excursions, we handle the logistics so you can focus on Paris.

Paris in a day from Rouen — the ultimate bucket list shore excursion for cruise passengers who want to experience the City of Light without the stress of organizing it themselves. The Eiffel Tower, the Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe and Notre-Dame Cathedral, all in one private full day with a vehicle that travels exclusively for your group.Your driver picks you up from any location in Rouen, hotel, train station or airport and guarantees your return before the all-aboard time. With over 15 years of experience organizing shore excursions, we handle the logistics so you can focus on Paris.

Relive the key events of D-Day on this private day trip to Normandy from Paris. With a private driver-guide, visit important World War II sites such as Omaha Beach, the cliffs of Pointe du Hoc, Arromanches Harbor, Longues-Sur-Mer Battery, and the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer. Includes transfers from Paris by private vehicle.

Don’t spend your layover in Paris trapped in the airport. Make the most of your limited time with this private layover tour. Get picked up at Charles de Gaulle or Orly Airport in an ecologically friendly electric car. Then, spend a half-day exploring sights like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, or Louvre Museum before heading back to the airport to board your onward flight.

If you’re a history buff after some incredible architecture far away from the hustle and bustle of Paris, this Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle and Palace of Fontainebleau experience has what you’re looking for. Ditch the city crowds and immerse yourself in the art and opulence of these historic buildings with the help of a local guide. They can share far more interesting facts than you’d get if you went alone.

Take a day trip from Paris to Fontainebleau to visit two castles once home to members of France’s extravagant aristocracy. First, explore Château Vaux le Vicomte, said to have inspired the Palace of Versailles. Then head to Château de Fontainebleau, a UNESCO World Heritage Site whose history dates back to the 12th century. You have free time at each castle to look around on your own via provided audio guides, checking out the ornate architecture and opulent gardens.

Perfect for fans of French impressionism, this half-day trip whisks travelers from Paris to Giverny by luxury coach. Upon arrival to the Normandy village, where Claude Monet and other artists lived and painted, enjoy priority access to Monet's exquisite 19th-century home. Then, with an art historian as your guide (if upgrade selected), tour the flowerbeds, Japanese bridge, and water lily pond that served as inspiration for his best-known paintings.

Travel through scenic Normandy en route to the medieval Mont-St-Michel on a full-day trip from Paris. Discover the UNESCO World-Heritage-listed island and its iconic Gothic abbey, with a guide, and listen to fascinating history and legendary stories about the site. Enjoy ample time to explore the island, and admire views of the surrounding bay before traveling back to the French capital.

Visit one of France’s top attractions on this independent day trip from Paris to Mont-St-Michel. Relax on a comfortable coach ride as you travel through the scenic landscapes of Normandy en route to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed island, and spend hours exploring at your leisure with a multi-language audio guide (if option selected). Tour the famous Gothic abbey, wander through the narrow streets of the surrounding village, or admire views across the Atlantic Ocean.

Visit Normandy's D-Day beaches and the American Cemetery in just one day on this tour from Paris, ideal for travelers who want to make the most of their time. See Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, and Pointe du Hoc, a historic cliff-top site from the landings. Gain insights into WWII sacrifices and the liberation from your guide.

Make exploring beyond Paris easy—and enjoy a hassle-free trip to Giverny, the location of Claude Monet's House and Gardens—on this half-day excursion. Travel by bus to the Monet property, where you have free time to wander around the historic house and picture-perfect garden independently. An audio guide, available in several languages, is included, which you receive before departure. Select a morning or afternoon departure time when booking.

Travel back to the most important days of battle—without skimping on comfort—during this private, full-day tour of Normandy. Enjoy front-door pickup from your Paris hotel in a climate-controlled minibus, and put the war in context with stops at Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery. Tours include a savory lunch at a 13th-century manor house.

Just outside of Paris, the riverside village of Giverny is best known as the former home of iconic French artist Claude Monet and a major center of the Impressionist art movement. This full-day trip offers longer to explore than most tours, including a morning tour of Monet’s House and Gardens and an artist-led painting experience in Vexin-sur-Epte..

Escape Paris for half a day and travel to the quaint town of Giverny to immerse yourself in Claude Monet's house and gardens. Enjoy a private tour with hotel pickup, drop-off, and transfers in a private minibus included. Take a guided tour of the Impressionist painter's gardens, then explore his former house independently, with all entrance fees included.

Escape the city of Paris for a day, and go on a tour to Versailles, which is known for its magnificent regal architecture. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to Versailles, which takes the stress out of organizing transport. Conveniently, an entrance ticket to the Palace of Versailles is included. Your guide enriches your experience with stories about the area’s royal history.

The UNESCO–listed Loire Valley is where fairytale castles and world-class wines await—but getting there on your own from Paris can be hard. Instead, make your sightseeing logistics simple with this multi-stop tour. Look forward to visiting landmark châteaux including Chambord, Chenonceau, and Cheverny, where you can explore at your own pace or upgrade to a multilingual audio guide available in several languages.

Make crossing the border and exploring a new country easy—and discover the beauty of UNESCO-listed Bruges—on this full-day coach tour from Paris. With round-trip transit from your hotel, getting there is simple. Upon arrival in the medieval Belgian city, you'll go for a walking tour of its highlights; a canal cruise in summer; and will have free time to dine, shop, and explore on your own.

Relive the history of WWII on a small-group tour from Paris to Normandy. Visit iconic sites like Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery, and the Arromanches artificial harbor. Pay respects to the fallen heroes and learn from an expert guide about the D-Day landings. Enjoy lunch (own expense) and free time in a charming Normandy village.