Top Île-de-France Full-day Tours - page 3

As one of Paris' top landmarks, the Louvre is always crowded, but this tour ensures a smooth and enjoyable visit. First, meet your guide near the museum; then, explore the museum's most famous and captivating works, including the "Mona Lisa," "The Raft of the Medusa," and other masterpieces. For a more intimate experience, opt for a private tour or visit the Louvre before closing time.

Add some extra sparkle to your Paris trip with a Champagne-tasting cruise down the River Seine. Guided by an English-speaking sommelier, enjoy an educational Champagne presentation in the comfort of a private area. Sip on three fine Champagnes as you float past Paris’ signature monuments such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Musée d’Orsay. At the end of the tour, upgrade to take home one bottle of Champagne per party.

Imagine how the extravagance of Versailles was part of everyday life for Marie Antoinette during a guided tour of the palace with a chance to watch the fountain show (seasonal). Take advantage of reserved access to avoid the long lines at the start of your tour. Gaze in wonder at the Royal Apartments and the Queen’s Apartments, and walk through the glittering Hall of Mirrors to the Salon de la Guerre and the Salon de la Paix. Plus, explore the expansive gardens on your own after the palace tour.

Enjoy a more peaceful way to experience the always-popular Louvre Museum in Paris—and see its most famous artwork, Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa," with fewer crowds—on this early-evening tour. Follow your guide into the museum as it's getting ready to close, and explore with just a small group for company. In addition to the "Mona Lisa," look forward to seeing some of the museum's other masterpieces, too.

The former home of one of France’s most extravagant monarchs is a must-visit attraction, but sorting out tickets and transportation for the Palace of Versailles in advance can be a challenge. Enjoy convenient round-trip coach transfers from Paris and prebooked entry with Guide with this convenient package.

History enthusiasts will enjoy visiting World War II sites across Normandy. Head to the Pointe du Hoc, a promontory used by the Germans as a fortification, as well as the American Cemetery in Colleville and Omaha Beach, site of a bloody battle. Learn more at the Overlord Museum at Omaha Beach, too. Receive personalized attention on a small-group tour, which makes it easy to visit Normandy from Paris.

Immerse yourself in French Impressionism on a full-day art history tour through Giverny and Auvers-sur-Oise. Your guide shares anecdotes often unheard by visitors about the lives of renowned French painters Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh. Stops on the itinerary include Monet’s home and flower garden, the village church, and his grave, as well as Van Gogh’s boarding house and tomb. With a group capped at 8 people, this tour offers an intimate and personalized experience.

Discover Versailles Palace without the hassle of arranging transportation on this private full-day tour. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle from Paris. It includes admission tickets to the main residence, as well as the Grand Trianon, the Petit Trianon, and Marie Antoinette's private rural hamlet. Tours include a lunch break at the historic and picturesquely situated "La Flotille" restaurant, with time to enjoy a gourmet 3-course lunch (purchased separately).

Staying in the French capital doesn’t mean missing out on the Champagne region. Visit the majestic city cathedral in Reims, and two champagne estates. You’ll likely recognise the names: Taittinger and Michel Fagot. Champagne is literally a breath of fresh air after the city, and as well as soaking up glorious views, you’ll return knowing all about how champagne is made.

Check off three UNESCO–listed Loire Valley châteaux in just one day—and make exploring beyond Paris city limits simple—on this full-day, small-group tour. Look forward to visiting Chenonceau, Chambord, and Amboise Châteaux, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites. Benefit from round-trip transit, included admission tickets, and time to explore with a guide and at your own pace. Then, enjoy a wine tasting before departing.

Visit two of France's most stunning chateaus in one day on a small-group tour from Paris via luxury minivan. See the splendor and gardens that inspired Louis XIV to build Versailles at 17th-century Vaux-le-Vicomte, and follow in the footsteps of seven centuries of French royalty at sprawling Fontainebleau. Learn the fascinating history behind each castle and explore at your own pace with an included audio guide.

Experience the quiet beauty of French Impressionism and the excesses of Marie Antoinette all in one day with this combo day trip from Paris to Giverny and Versailles. Visit the home and gardens of Claude Monet in a quaint country village, where you can admire the water lilies that inspired some of the painter's most celebrated work. Then, travel back to the eve of the French Revolution on a tour of the great halls, private chambers, and intricate gardens of the opulent Palace of Versailles, considered one of Europe’s greatest royal estates.

Discover the delights of Champagne—both the drink and the region itself—on this full-day excursion from Paris. Visit multiple Champagne houses, including Moët & Chandon, to learn about production methods, see the cellars, and hear about the history of this beloved sparkling wine. Enjoy several tastings as well as lunch at a local restaurant. Round-trip hotel transportation is provided so you don't have to worry about getting there yourself.

Ensure you won't miss any of the famous masterpieces at Paris’s Louvre Museum on a small-group tour. Avoid getting lost in the large museum and follow your guide to collection highlights, including the "Mona Lisa," "Venus de Milo," and more. Learn the backstories of these works and enrich your understanding of the art.

Travel with a small group—including hotel pickup from Paris—and spend a day touring the Champagne region. Visit a world-renowned Champagne house such as Veuve Clicquot, Mumm, Lanson, Nicolas Feuillatte (based on availability) as well as smaller estates. Experience multiple tastings and learn how the popular bubbly drink is made as you stroll through sprawling vineyards and enter cellars. Plus, enjoy a gourmet lunch at a family-run winery.

Experience Paris from three different perspectives during this half-day city tour that covers the city’s top attractions. Tour essential sights from the comfort of a coach, and take to the water on a Seine River cruise, floating under its many bridges as you go. Then, ascend up the Eiffel Tower to absorb panoramic views of the City of Light from the second-floor observation deck.

Tantalize your taste buds with a full-day tour from Paris to the heart of France’s famous Champagne region. Visit the UNESCO-listed town of Reims, where centuries of French kings were crowned at the Gothic Notre-Dame de Reims cathedral. At a top-rated winery, learn about the traditional Champagne-making process and sip several different kinds of the beloved bubbly paired with a gourmet multi-course lunch of traditional delicacies. It’s a fantastic way to experience the one and only home of authentic French Champagne.

The Battle of the Somme was one of the bloodiest in history and this tour traces the journey of the brave Allied soldiers of WWI. Walk in the trenches at the Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial, see the mighty Lochnagar Crater, and follow the Australian Remembrance Trail to the Thiepval Memorial to the Missing, the Australian National Memorial, the New John Monash Centre, and the Windmill site in Pozieres.

The Loire Valley is known for its wineries and historic châteaux, but getting there from Paris requires private transportation. Ideal for anyone with limited time, this full-day small-group or private tour lets you bask in the region’s glorious landscapes, whisking your group back to the capital by nightfall. Visit the historic Château de Chenonceau and Château de Chambord sample regional wines, and enjoy a three-course French lunch at a local restaurant (if option selected).

See D-Day through the eyes of Canadian troops on a full-day, small-group tour of Normandy with convenient round-trip transport from Paris. In addition to navigating, your guide provides little-known facts and anecdotes about landmarks relevant to Canadians, including Juno Beach, the Canadian Cemetery, and the Canada House. As you go, pay tribute to those who sacrificed their lives, and learn about pivotal World War II conflicts and campaigns.

Giverny is renowned as an impressionist enclave, and as the former home of painter Claude Monet—and this package makes your visiting logistics seamless. With round-trip transit by air-conditioned minivan from central Paris, and just a small group for company, you're ensured a hassle-free way to travel. Upon arrival, head right into the Fondation Claude Monet with included tickets, and have free time to discover the artist's studio, colorful home, and exquisite gardens independently.

The Burgundy wine region is renowned for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, and lies about two hours southeast of Paris. With this tour, discover the region on a day trip, visit three different wineries, and learn about Burgundy's rich winemaking history and heritage. Sample red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines during three expert-led tastings, and stop for lunch (own expense) in the medieval town of Chablis.

Experience culture and art through the ages with a small-group or private guided tour of Paris’s Louvre Museum. With skip-the-line access, you'll avoid long queues and have more time to discover many of the museum's best-known collection highlights. Your guide shares stories about the artworks and discusses the museum's long history—leave the brochure at home, your guide has better stories to share.

Leave busy Paris behind for a day and learn more about French and European history on a D-Day history-focused tour of Normandy. Travel with a small group and, if there are four or more travelers participating, a live guide. Visit Omaha Beach, Arromanches-les-Bains, the Caen Memorial, and more. Return to Paris after a full day in time for a late dinner and a well-deserved rest.