• Palace of Versailles - Meet the guide in central Paris and enjoy a brief, guided train journey to Versailles. Upon arrival, embark on a journey tracing the footsteps of the French Kings and Queens. During Louis XIV’s reign, known as the Sun King, Versailles was the ultimate place to be. Today, visitors from around the globe come to admire the grandeur of this magnificent palace. Our knowledgeable local guides will expertly navigate through the crowds, bringing the historical figures who once resided here to life.

• The Hall of Mirrors - Be amazed by the dazzling Hall of Mirrors and listen to the tales of the Kings, Queens, and courtiers who lived their lives in this opulent setting.

Learn about the lavish public lives of the Kings and Queens, how they maintained control over the gossiping courtiers, and how they made Versailles the artistic hub of Europe, overshadowing Italy. Discover a typical day in the life of Marie Antoinette and understand why she despised the palace. Her extravagant lifestyle here eventually led to her tragic end during the French Revolution; she left Versailles in 1789, never to return.

• Jardins du Chateau de Versailles - After exploring the royal apartments inside the palace, the guide will lead you through the stunning gardens, once the venue for balls, parties, and grand firework displays. On fountain show days, witness the incredible waterworks, still operating as they did in the times of the Kings and Queens. Otherwise, enjoy the enchanting Musical Gardens as you explore with the guide.

• Le Petit Trianon - Join us to uncover the hidden parts of this remarkable place. After a lunch break, spend the afternoon exploring the beautiful, secluded treasures within the vast gardens. Away from the crowds, visit areas that were once accessible only to the Queens, Kings, and their closest companions.

King Louis XVI gifted a diamond-encrusted key to his beloved wife Marie Antoinette, granting access to a secret world, far from the public life at the palace and open to only a select few. Follow her path through the exquisite English-style gardens into the elegant and charming rooms of her home, furnished as they were in her time. You will also glimpse her tiny theater, built especially for her to perform on stage for small audiences of friends and servants. This stunning theater is often referred to as the hidden jewel of Versailles.

• Le Hameau de la Reine - At Trianon, Marie Antoinette embraced a simple, pastoral life. Discover her Hamlet, a perfect replica of a Normandy village, complete with thatched cottages and vegetable gardens, where she would play at being a shepherdess, surrounded by farm animals, far from the palace’s elaborate rituals.

No visit to Versailles is complete without experiencing the charm of the Petit Trianon and Marie-Antoinette’s serene hamlet.

For your comfort, the ‘Petit Train’ will transport you to and from the Petit Trianon.

• Discover Marie Antoinette’s private estate, from the Petit Trianon to her rustic hamlet.
• Walk the glittering Hall of Mirrors and royal apartments with an expert guide.
• Explore the spectacular gardens that once hosted Versailles’ grandest celebrations.
• Benefit from timed entry, all reservations and tickets including Palace, gardens and Petit Trianon.
• Enjoy an easy, escorted train ride from central Paris.
• Experience Versailles in full, including areas most visitors never get to see.

• Hotel pick up/drop off
• Gratuities
• Lunch

Experience the grandeur of Europe’s most esteemed royal palace on a comprehensive guided tour of Versailles. Follow in the footsteps of royalty through the dazzling Hall of Mirrors, explore the luxurious State Apartments, and wander the expansive gardens where extravagant celebrations once enchanted the court of the Sun King.

In the afternoon, uncover a more personal side of Versailles with a visit to Marie Antoinette’s private estate. Discover the refined Petit Trianon, her secluded sanctuary nestled within beautifully maintained gardens. Conclude your exploration in her delightful Normandy-style hamlet—featuring a vineyard, farm, and vegetable gardens—designed as a serene escape from courtly life.

With insightful commentary and access to both the main palace and the Queen’s secluded domain, this engaging experience unveils the complete narrative of Versailles, from regal splendor to private refuge.

• From 1 April to 31 October, the gardens of the Palace feature special Musical and Fountain Shows. Fountain Shows take place on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as on Tuesdays in May and June and on national holidays. Please note that the fountains operate according to a set schedule — they do not run continuously throughout the day. On the other days of the week during this period, the gardens host the Musical Gardens, where music is played throughout the groves.
• There will be a break in the gardens at the end of the morning tour for lunch, where there is a choice of restaurants or sandwich bars.
• Please note lunch is at your own expense
• You can cancel your tour up to 24 hours prior to departure and receive a full refund. Please note that refunds are not possible for missed tours.
• This tour requires a significant amount of walking. Comfortable shoes are recommended
• If you plan to arrive at the meeting point by taxi, please ensure you leave yourselves plenty of time, it can often take a considerable amount of time to find a taxi in Paris!
• Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before your tour departure time. We have to catch a train to Versailles and we cannot wait for late arrivals.
• Please note this tour requires a lot of walking. The tour is paced to be comfortable but you will need to be able to walk throughout the whole day.

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