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Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte Private Tour from Paris
Explore the Fontainebleau Castle and Vaux-le-Vicomte estate: discover majestic halls, parks, and gardens, delving into the history and architectural masterpieces of these iconic French landmarks. Wander through the grand chambers of Fontainebleau, a residence for French monarchs for over seven centuries, and admire its exquisite art and decor. At Vaux-le-Vicomte, experience the inspiration behind Versailles, with its stunning Baroque architecture and meticulously designed gardens. This tour offe
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Overview
- ✓Explore the Fontainebleau Castle and Vaux-le-Vicomte estate: discover majestic halls, parks, and gardens, delving into the history and architectural masterpieces of these iconic French landmarks.
- ✓Wander through the grand chambers of Fontainebleau, a residence for French monarchs for over seven centuries, and admire its exquisite art and decor.
- ✓At Vaux-le-Vicomte, experience the inspiration behind Versailles, with its stunning Baroque architecture and meticulously designed gardens.
- ✓This tour offers a deep dive into the elegance and opulence of French heritage, showcasing the splendor and artistic brilliance of these historic estates.
Explore the Fontainebleau Castle and Vaux-le-Vicomte estate: discover majestic halls, parks, and gardens, delving into the history and architectural masterpieces of these iconic French landmarks. Wander through the grand chambers of Fontainebleau, a residence for French monarchs for over seven centuries, and admire its exquisite art and decor. At Vaux-le-Vicomte, experience the inspiration behind Versailles, with its stunning Baroque architecture and meticulously designed gardens. This tour offers a deep dive into the elegance and opulence of French heritage, showcasing the splendor and artistic brilliance of these historic estates.
Explore the Fontainebleau Castle and Vaux-le-Vicomte estate: discover majestic halls, parks, and gardens, delving into the history and architectural masterpieces of these iconic French landmarks. Wander through the grand chambers of Fontainebleau, a residence for French monarchs for over seven centuries, and admire its exquisite art and decor. At Vaux-le-Vicomte, experience the inspiration behind Versailles, with its stunning Baroque architecture and meticulously designed gardens. This tour offers a deep dive into the elegance and opulence of French heritage, showcasing the splendor and artistic brilliance of these historic estates.
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What’s Included
- ✓Private transportation
- ✓On-board WiFi
- ✓All Fees and Taxes
- ✓Bottled water
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Professional Guide/Driver
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Lunch
What to Bring
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Specialized infant seats are available
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •The remaining time will be for the travel time to and from each attractions.
- •If you choose the unguided option, you will only have a driver with you who will accompany you everywhere and on time, providing tickets and keeping track of departure times to the next attraction.
- •We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
Meeting and Pickup
🚐Hotel pickup OR meet at start point
2,343 pickup locations available — or request your own hotel
Pickup starts 5 min before departure
Driver will be wait you near the hotel or your airbnb. Driver will have the travelers name in sign board.
📍 Meeting point / start
Driver will have the travelers name in sign board.
🏁 End point
Driver will have the travelers name in sign board.
Good to know
- Guide languages
- Russian, English
- Book at least
- 12 hour(s) before
- Ages
- Infant 0–2 · Child 3–9 · Adult 10–99
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tour options
- Without Guide: Non-guided tour Pickup included
- Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte Private Tour from Paris: Live-guided tour Pickup included
Itinerary
2 h
08:00: Departure from Paris Pick-up from your hotel and depart for Fontainebleau in a comfortable air-conditioned car. The drive is approximately 55 km and takes about 1 hour. During the drive, your guide will provide an overview of the history and significance of the castles you will visit.
2 h
09:30 - 11:30: Visit Château de Fontainebleau Explore the Château de Fontainebleau, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its magnificent Renaissance and classical architecture. The guide will share insights into its history as a royal residence from the 12th century to the 19th century, including rooms such as the Grand Apartments, the Ballroom, and Napoleon's Throne Room.
4 h
11:30: Departure to Vaux-le-Vicomte Travel to Vaux-le-Vicomte, approximately a 30-minute drive (30 km). 12:00 - 13:00: Lunch Break Enjoy lunch at a recommended restaurant or café near Vaux-le-Vicomte. Options will be provided based on your preferences, and reservations can be made in advance.(This option is optional. Lunch is not included in the tour price. The cost of lunch is 20-40 euros) 13:00 - 15:00: Visit Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte Discover the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, a masterpiece of 17th-century baroque architecture. Enjoy a guided tour of the château, including the stunning gardens designed by André Le Nôtre. Learn about the history of Nicolas Fouquet, who commissioned the château, and how it inspired the construction of Versailles. 15:00 - 17:00: Free Time at Vaux-le-Vicomte After lunch, you can explore more of the château and its extensive gardens at your own pace. You might choose to rent a golf cart or a rowboat to further enjoy the scenic views.
2 h
17:00: Return to Paris Depart from Vaux-le-Vicomte and head back to Paris, a 1-hour drive (65 km). 18:00: Arrival in Paris Drop off at your hotel or a location of your choice in Paris.
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