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Overview

Step into the opulent world of French royalty with our Palace of Versailles & Marie Antoinette's Hamlet Guided Tour. This fully guided experience starts with an authentic French breakfast and includes all entrance fees and expert commentary from a first-class local guide. Walk through the legendary Hall of Mirrors and the King’s apartments at the Versailles Palace, explore the stunning royal gardens, and visit The Queen’s Estate, a stunning, picturesque retreat built for Marie Antoinette. From the lavish Hall of Mirrors to the exquisite royal gardens and the charming Queen’s Hamlet, this tour offers a comprehensive and captivating exploration of one of France’s most iconic landmarks. The expert local guide will give you a full introduction to the Palace before you enter the Versailles Palace, offering rich insights into its history and design, bringing to life the intrigues and daily routines of the royal court, painting a vivid picture of court life in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

MEETING TIME: 15 minutes before the scheduled start time MEETING PLACE: Equestrian Statue of Louis XIV, in front of the main entrance of Versailles Palace MEETING POINT: Meet your guide in front of the statue

End Point

End point

The tour will end at the Little Train Stop

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Statue équestre de Louis XIV

The guide will provide a comprehensive introduction to the Palace of Versailles, ensuring guests have the historical context before entering. This introduction will take place while waiting in the security line or in the courtyard if the line moves quickly. Why did the King choose to build so far from Paris? How did a simple hunting lodge evolve into the most renowned palace of its time? More importantly, how did he use it to keep the aristocracy under his control, making them compete for even the smallest favours? We will explore the daily life, etiquette, and political strategy behind Versailles' grandeur. Once inside, guests can discover the palace at their own pace with an audio guide, allowing for a deeper, personalised experience.

Duration: 20 mins

2. Palace of Versailles

Once inside, our expert guide will lead guests through the palace, offering rich insights into its history and design. As the group explore the luxurious King’s and Queen’s Apartments, they will learn about the life of Louis XIV, the "Sun King," who transformed Versailles into the dazzling symbol of his reign. The expert local guide will bring to life the intrigues and daily routines of the royal court, painting a vivid picture of court life in the 17th and 18th centuries. As you explore the luxurious King’s and Queen’s Apartments with a narrated audio guide, learn about the life of Louis XIV, the "Sun King," who transformed Versailles into the dazzling symbol of his reign. A true highlight of the tour is the Hall of Mirrors, where treaties were signed, and opulent parties were held. As you stand in this glittering gallery, surrounded by ornate mirrors and chandeliers, you will see in person the historical significance of this iconic room, where world history was made.

Duration: 60 mins

3. Hall of Mirrors

A true highlight of the tour is the Hall of Mirrors, where treaties were signed, and opulent parties were held. As guests stand in this glittering gallery, surrounded by ornate mirrors and chandeliers, the guide will share the historical significance of its iconic room, where world history was made.

Duration: 20 mins

4. Gardens of Versailles

After exploring the palace, guests will step into the Versailles Gardens, meticulously designed by André Le Nôtre. These sprawling gardens are a masterpiece of French landscape architecture, featuring fountains, sculptures, and manicured hedges. Our guide will share stories of royal celebrations and give insight into how the gardens were used as an extension of royal power and prestige. Free time for lunch - guests have choices – they can spend additional time in the Gardens and eat their own packed lunch or go to one of the vendors to pick something up. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lunch with them as the lines can be long at Versailles. You will take the Little Train to the Estate of Trianon.

Duration: 80 mins

5. Le Petit Trianon

Guide will accompany the guest on a guided tour of the Petite Trianon where Marie Antoinette lived. Queen Marie Antoinette cherished Le Petit Trianon, occupying it from the start of her reign as her own home. Guests will also see the Marie Antoinette's private theatre, the Queen's Theatre, located in the French gardens of the Petit Trianon in the Estate of Trianon at Versailles. After lunch, this meticulously curated tour continues with a visit to the Queen’s private estate, featuring her palace, stunning gardens, and the charming hamlet and country farm—a picturesque rustic retreat built for Marie Antoinette in 1783. Nestled in the countryside near the palace, this charming village was designed as an escape from court life, where the queen could indulge in simple pleasures. Wander through the quaint cottages, admire the idyllic lakes, and learn about Marie Antoinette’s vision of pastoral elegance.

Duration: 60 mins

6. Jardin anglais

The Estate of Trianon of Versailles - was originally commissioned as a palace getaway for kings & Queens when they needed private fresh air away from Court life. Antoinette would escape to this magical haven : a place where no one could go without her invitation. Tucked away in the park of Versailles, it still stands as though she is living, breathing, laughing and entertaining on its premises. It was built for Louis the XV’s mistress but Louis the XVI decided to give it to his wife as he had no intention to cheat on her and wanted the Domaine de Trianon to stop being associated by royal scandals.

Duration: 30 mins

7. Hameau de la Reine

Guests will explore the beautifully curated area where the rustic village of the Estate of Trianon - Lakeside folly commissioned by Queen Marie-Antoinette in 1783, designed to resemble a working farm. Guests will have free time to explore the farm and take photos. This is the last stop of the tour before returning back to the main Versailles Palace ae by the Petit Train. Tour will finish once the guide has walked outside of the main entrance of Versailles Palace Grounds. Guide will offer assistance to guests to get back to train station.

Duration: 60 mins

8. Palace of Versailles

Enjoy an authentic French breakfast in a truly royal setting before you beat the crowds and long lines at the Palace.

Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

All entrance fees included for a hassle-free experience and the Petit transfer train

Free time in the gardens, including a break for lunch (guests may bring their own packed lunch)

Fully guided 6.5-hour tour of the Versailles Palace, Gardens, and The Queen’s Hamlet

Breakfast

Skip-the-line entrance to the Palace of Versailles and world-famous Hall of Mirrors

Small group experience for personalised attention from your guide

Exclusion

Transportation / Hotel Pick Up & Hotel Drop Off / Food and Drinks / Guide Tip

Cancellation Policy

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

100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.

Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.

Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.

Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.

Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility

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