Fontainebleau and Vaux-Le-Vicomte Castle Small-Group Day Trip From Paris
At a glance
Fontainebleau and Vaux-Le-Vicomte Castle Small-Group Day Trip From Paris is a 10h small-group experience in Paris, France, operated by Blue Fox Travel - Blue Bike Tours - Paris. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 274 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $251.96 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Small Group Tour of 8 people maximum, Driver/guide, Entrance for museums.
Highlights
- Rated 4.8/5 by 274 travellers
- Skip-the-line entry saves time at busy sights
- Small group of up to 8 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 10h
- Group
- Small group, up to 8 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Discover two of the most beautiful and historically interesting Chateaux in the Paris region on this small group day trip. You’ll visit the lovely Chateau and gardens of Vaux-le-Vicomte, where the “jardin à la francaise” was born and then explore the regal splendor of Fontainebleau where more than seven centuries of kings and emperors lived and created history.
What's included
What's included
- Small Group Tour of 8 people maximum
- Driver/guide
- Entrance for museums
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
- Food
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h 30m
Vaux-le-Vicomte was built for Nicolas Fouquet, Minister of Finance, of King Louis XIV. Fouquet united the most talented French architect, artist, and gardener of his day in order to create the most splendid castle and gardens in France. This dream team consisted of the renowned architect: Louis Le Vau, the artist and interior designer: Charles Le Brun, and the the father of the French garden: André Le Nôtre.
Vaux-le-Vicomte is so lovely that the TV series Versailles if filmed there! -
Stop 2 · 30m
See the Designed by André Le Nôtre these French Gardens which are 100 acres big!
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Stop 3 · 1h
For lunch you will be able to eat at one of the many cafés or bakeries in the town of Fontainebleau. Lunch price not included.
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Stop 4 · 1h 30m
One of the biggest and most beautiful Palaces in France, filled with the glory of the nobility of France.
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Stop 5 · 5m
Stop by this beautiful medieval castle on your way to Fontainebleau. You'll stop outside to take some pictures.
Meeting point
Please be there at least 15 min before the official departure time!
A café called "La Flamme" is located at this address.
Your driver-guide will arrive with a grey minibus about 10min before the scheduled departure time of the tour.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Small Group Tour 8 persons max
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum age is 7 years
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Fontainebleau and Vaux-Le-Vicomte Castle Small-Group Day Trip From Paris take?
The experience lasts about 10h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $251.96 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Small Group Tour of 8 people maximum; Driver/guide; Entrance for museums; Guaranteed to skip the long lines; Transport by air-conditioned minivan.
Where does it start?
Please be there at least 15 min before the official departure time! A café called "La Flamme" is located at this address. Your driver-guide will arrive with a grey minibus about 10min before the scheduled departure time of the tour.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 274 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Paris.
