• Fondation Claude Monet - The word “waterlilies” immediately brings to mind Claude Monet’s iconic depictions of these serene flowers. Imagine Giverny, their home, and the artist’s haven where he cultivated them alongside other lush greenery and blooms, creating a garden of ethereal beauty. It feels as though you are stepping into one of his paintings.

Renowned globally as the pioneer of Impressionism, and thus the forefather of modern painters, “Papa Monet,” as he affectionately called himself, invites you to his cherished residence, a serene sanctuary of peace and inspiration. Here, he reveals the secrets of his artistry, the transformative power of light, his true muse, the influence of Japanese art, and insights into his daily life, whether painting or engaging with neighbors, sharing his aspirations with oil and pigment.

• The Clos Normand - Fondation Claude Monet - Not only will flowers bloom for you, but so will the doors to his mind and heart, offering a rare glimpse into his world, as few experienced during his lifetime. The guide’s stories, embodying Papa Monet, the complex yet captivating genius, are drawn from those who knew him best, the luminaries of turn-of-the-century Paris. These tales were hard-earned, as the artist rarely allowed others into his inner circle. On this tour, you will be among the fortunate few.

Discover his artistic passions, his fascination with luminosity, and his relentless pursuit to capture it in paint, allowing his audience to see and appreciate beauty as he did. Capturing light with brush and color, rather than a camera, is indeed a formidable challenge. A challenge Monet embraced and mastered, creating canvas after canvas of the sun’s ever-changing effects, securing his place as one of the most cherished names in art today. His garden will reveal why.

• Giverny - Escape into the magical world the artist meticulously crafted, as much as his paintings, with color, contrast, line, and light. Just a short distance from Paris, his floating world awaits to enchant you.

• Limited groups of 15 people or fewer
• Fully guided walking tour with a professional actor-guide

• Hotel pick up/drop off
• Gratuities
• Tickets to the House and Gardens of Monet are not included. The cost on the spot will be 12 Euros.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.