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Versailles Domain Bike Tour with Palace Entry by Train from Paris
4.8
537 Ratings
Paris
Embark on a guided bike tour of the Versailles Domain, including entrance to the palace. Discover the history, gardens, and hidden gems of Versailles on this unforgettable day trip from Paris.
Duration:
8 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Palace of Versailles - See the exterior of the Palace at the beginning of the tour, a great way to kick off your full day experience.
- Jardins du Chateau de Versailles - See a bit of the gardens when you first enter the estate, knowing there will be extra time to explore them at your own pace at the end of the tour.
- The Trianons & The Hamlet - Hop of your bikes to get a deeper perspective of the grounds of Versailles. Spend time exploring and learning about Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet, and her personal estates, the Grand and Petit Trianon.
- Grand Canal - We’ll stop off at the grand canal to eat the delicious goodies you purchased for lunch at the market!
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The Hall of Mirrors - Located in the castle, your guide will not take you to see the Hall of Mirrors
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but your ticket into the castle is included, and with your free audio guide, you’ll learn all about one of the most famous halls in French history!
What's Included
- Bike and helmet included
- Entry to palace, royal gardens, Trianons, and Marie Antoinette’s village
- Round trip train tickets provided
- Guided tour experience
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Nearly 20 years ago, we were among the pioneers of bike tours in the Parisian scene, and we’ve stuck to our roots by fostering a sense of togetherness during our tours. We set ourselves apart from other Versailles bike tours by capping our group sizes. We also begin our journey at our own cozy café, and our guide accompanies you on the train ride to Versailles, ensuring a seamless experience throughout. Come spend a day with us, and see Versailles from our unique perspective!
Our meticulously crafted day trip from Paris will take you on a scenic ride through Versailles town, stopping by the vibrant local market, venturing into the majestic grounds and gardens, Marie Antoinette’s charming village, and the historical Trianons. Post-picnic, we proceed towards the Chateau, where you’re free to explore the palace on your own terms.
Our tour transforms history into a relatable narrative. We don’t just focus on the significant aspects of Versailles, but also include amusing anecdotes and intriguing tales. It’s more than just a bike tour, it’s an unforgettable countryside adventure, with the cost of tickets included.
- Please bring photo ID with you
- Tours operate rain or shine (ponchos are available)
- Everyone has time to explore the inside of the Chateau at the end of the bike tour (typically at 3:30pm). After this you can travel back to Paris at your own pace using the train tickets we provided you.
- All participants should be able to ride a bike with confidence.
Location
Le Peloton Café
Rue du Pont Louis-Philippe
Meet at 8:15 a.m. at Le Peloton Café in the Marais. The café is open from 8h, so feel free to come for breakfast.
**ATTENTION: If you’re tour takes place between 18 July-18 August 2024, you must come by Metro line 1 getting off at St Paul. Please do not come by foot, bike, taxi, etc.**
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(537 Ratings)
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Navigate27266533683
Sep 7, 2024
Perfect way to experience Versailles! - We opted to take this bike tour as we were interested in seeing the town and grounds of Versailles in addition to the building itself. It was incredibly well run, and we had a friendly and knowledgeable guide (David) who shared facts about the town, the grounds, and the palace throughout the day. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting to visit Versailles without spending the day in the midst of tour-bus crowds. The market visit and picnic lunch were a highlight; it was wonderful to be able to enjoy the grounds away from the main crowds.
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Tranzowonzo
Aug 31, 2024
A wet but fun tour - Our tour guide Marley was fabulous. She took the time to do a safety check and speech of the bike and its operation. The tour itself was challenged by rain but Marley provided rain ponchos and an umbrella. We lumbered through the poor weather, at times it was miserable but still quite enjoyable. Marley’s knowledge and personality were the ingredients to a perfect tour. I would highly recommend this tour rain 🌧️ or shine ✨.
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William_g
Aug 30, 2024
What treat - Even though it rained still had a great time
I had been to palace before but this provided things I have not seen, what a nice day trip
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Cynthia_b
Aug 24, 2024
No better way to experience Versailles - We all agree that Ryan made this tour absolutely perfect. His theatrical experience brought this tour to life. His knowledge of the history of France/ Versailles was impressive and he relayed it to our diverse group very well. The whole group was laughing and having an amazing time. Market experience was great and Ryan gave great pointers on food to buy. Riding the bikes around the grounds of Versailles and the picnic by the Grand Canal was so picturesque. There’s no better way to do this experience! It is worth the day trip away from Paris :)!!
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Jennifermz2087xc
Aug 19, 2024
Versailles bike tour - Marley was the absolute best! She was so knowledgeable in the history and made it so amazing! Definitely a must do. Favorite excursion in Paris
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N2943zvdavidh
Aug 18, 2024
Really fun day, even with pouring rain! - We had such a fun day with Ryan as our tour guide. We went with our two daughters (10 and 12) and there was another family of 4 plus a solo on our trip. We all had a great time even though it was absolutely pouring rain! We made the best of it with ponchos, umbrellas provided by the tour and as much tree cover as we could find :-). Ryan was very entertaining and knowledgeable, we learned a lot and shared some laughs.
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Ann_r
Aug 10, 2024
Perfect way to see Versailles and the Palace. - This was a great way to see Versailles and get to enjoy more of the gardens including Marie Antoinette’s house and where the mistress lived. The palace was beautiful. We saw and enjoyed so much more than we would have without this tour. David was a wonderful guide.
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824triciat
Aug 9, 2024
THE only Versailles tour you should book! - Could not recommend this tour enough! We had the perfect day and tour guide! The bike portion of the tour was so fun and relaxing! Loved that the bikes had little baskets to carry backpacks, water bottles, and our treasures bought in town. Our tour guide (I can't remember his name, but we toured on Aug. 1, 2024) was so personable and knowledgeable! We learned so much. The picnic on the grounds was wonderful. This is the only tour you should book if you want to visit the castle and grounds in Versailles!
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Joshua_b
Aug 4, 2024
Great biking trip - David is an amazing guide! Great way to see the expanse of Versailles. We went on Tuesday, market day, so it was perfect.
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T8624ldclaires
Aug 2, 2024
Fun Family Day at Versailles - If you are looking for a fun family tour of Versailles that covers more than just the palace, this is it! We went as a family of four ( kids aged 14 and 12), and everyone really enjoyed their time. We loved the gardens, fountains, and farm (and distinct lack of people who venture that far) so much! Having a picnic along the canal with food we purchased at the market was a fun bonus. Our guide David was personable, made an effort to connect with everyone in the group (a total of a 8) and clearly explained the historical events necessary to understand life and events at Versailles. Don't hesitate to book a trip! It was a blast!
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