Tour the beautiful Palace of Versailles with a small group and an expert guide. Take a ride through Paris's western district along the Normandy motorway for a 45-minute jaunt through the French countryside. Admire the estate of one of Europe's most powerful monarchies. Walk in the footsteps of King Louis XIV as you experience the magnificent details of France's former royal court. Best of all, save time with skip-the-line access into this extremely popular destination.
Upon arrival, spend some time exploring the Versailles open air market, where delicious French cheeses, wines, breads, tapenades, fresh fruits, and vegetables are sold. Your guide will point out the best the market has to offer, allowing you to choose any foods you may wish to have on your picnic later that day. With your knowledgeable guide, spend the day strolling throughout the estate and its gardens on this Versailles Palace tour. Experience the wonder of the renowned Hall of Mirrors, which is lined on one side with seventeen mirrored arches that reflect the sights of the magnificent palace gardens through seventeen arcaded windows lining the hall's opposing side. Walk through the corridors of history where Kings and Queens gathered and where the Treaty of Versailles ending World War I was signed. While exploring the palace be sure to seek the Grand Apartment, which is adorned with magnificently painted ceilings and royal furnishings.
While on your Versailles tour discover the beauty of the Versailles Gardens. The 250 acre garden complex was designed in the 17th century and remains Europe's largest palace garden. Enjoy the adorning fountains dedicated to gods and goddesses and built to entertain the guests of former royal parties and balls as they strolled along the winding paths.
Halfway through your tour you will enjoy a delicious picnic. Relax and admire the beautiful palace and manicured lawns as you munch on your artisan baguette sandwich, fresh French pastry, and refreshing drink that will be provided to you for lunch. After your wonderful day at Versailles, return to Paris with a new appreciation of French history, architecture, and culture.
