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Semi-Private Palace of Versailles and Gardens Tour from Paris
Keep it simple and personable with skip-the-line entry, train transport, and an ultra-small group
Immerse yourself in French opulence on this exclusive semi-private Versailles palace tour. Travel effortlessly from Paris by train, and use skip-the-line access to bypass the general queue with your expert guide. Limited to a maximum of 10 guests for a more intimate tour, walk through the glittering Hall of Mirrors and the lavish King's State Apartments. Then, enjoy free time to roam the rambling gardens and Trianon Estate independently before traveling back to Paris at your leisure.
What's included
Walk where kings once ruled
Expert English-speaking guide
Timed entry Palace of Versailles tickets
Guided Palace of Versailles tour
Round-trip train transport
Free time to explore the Versailles Gardens
Access to Trianon Estate
Guided tour of the gardens
Guide tips
Itinerary
Meet your guide in central Paris
Start your day at a central Paris metro stop, where your expert guide welcomes your small group. You receive a fascinating overview of Louis XIV's estate before effortlessly boarding the train for the smooth, 30-minute journey to Versailles.
Head inside the Palace of Versailles with timed entry tickets
After arriving minutes from the gates, your guide leads you directly past the long queues using your skip-the-line access. Step inside the palace for an immersive, guided exploration of its most magnificent halls and intimate royal chambers.
Explore the Royal Chapel and Princess' Apartments
Follow your guide through the stunning Royal Chapel, known for its soaring, gilded ceiling. Next, explore the elegant and historically revealing Princess’ Apartments (Louis XV’s daughters), gaining insight into the daily, personal drama of the court.
Admire the Hall of Mirrors and King's State Apartments
Behold the stunning Hall of Mirrors, the palace's masterpiece. Your guide will explain its political symbolism, including the Treaty of Versailles. Then, examine the King's State Apartments, the primary setting for royal receptions and state power.
Roam the Gardens of Versailles independently
Your guided tour ends at the garden entrance. Here, receive a 30-minute introduction to the famous landscapes. Your guide will provide your Paris return ticket before departing. You are then free to explore the grounds and the Trianon Estate at your own pace.
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Fri, 31 Jul 2026
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