FRANCE
UPDATED TOUR
5 DAYS
Palace of Versailles
Versailles, Monet’s Garden & Paris One of our best-selling tours, this packaged itinerary includes visits to chic châteaux and glorious gardens – including the Palace and Gardens of Versailles and Monet’s Garden at Giverny, as well as a day spent in the fabulous French capital, Paris. PACKAGED ITINERARY Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Palace and Gardens of Versailles & Versailles Today we enjoy a guided tour of the Palace and Gardens of Versailles , considered to be one of the most magnificent achievements of 18th century French architecture and design. The awe-inspiring Hall of Mirrors and astonishingly beautiful palatial grounds are highlights of France’s most famous château. In the afternoon we enjoy free time in the beautiful town of Versailles itself before returning to our hotel. Day 3 Paris We begin our day with a relaxing 1 hour cruise along the Seine , taking in the sights and stunning views with a guided commentary, before spending the rest of the day at leisure exploring the countless museums, the Eiffel Tower, Place de la Concorde, the Champs Élysées, taking a stroll around the famous parks such as the elegant Tuileries Garden or simply enjoying the café culture with a visit to a brasserie or patisserie.
Vernon Old Mill
Eiffel Tower and the River Seine
Why not add a candlelit evening at Château Vaux-le-Vicomte? Enjoy half a day in Paris before heading to Château Vaux-le-Vicomte where we spend the evening exploring the magical estate by flickering candlelight. Dinner is available (not included) during high summer months.
Monet’s Garden
Novotel Paris Saclay Saclay, South West Paris
Day 4 Monet’s Garden at Giverny & Vernon After an early breakfast this morning, we travel to Monet’s country retreat in Giverny where we visit the impressionist painter’s charming pink house and iconic gardens. We can then relax in the gardens at our leisure, admiring the Japanese bridge and famous waterlily pond. Later, we travel to the pretty neighbouring village of Vernon and discover over 200 half-timbered houses with ancient doors and carved timbers, wrought iron shop signs, cobbled paths and the famous Old Mill. We can have lunch here and spend the afternoon exploring the church, museums, village and banks of the River Seine at leisure. Day 5 Departure After breakfast, we begin our journey home.
This modern, 4 star hotel has been built around a renovated farmhouse and courtyard and is located in the countryside, south of Paris and offering good motorway access. The hotel has 139 light and comfortable bedrooms equipped with TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. The twin rooms at the hotel are standard twins with two separate beds (not a double bed and sofa bed). There is a modern restaurant and a lounge/bar area, as well as gardens, an outdoor pool and a large terrace area with plenty of seating. • Ground floor rooms • Lift • Bar • Restaurant • Tea/coffee in room • Leisure facilities • Coach parking is on-site & free of charge
Inclusions • Return short sea crossing • Porterage • Welcome soft drink on arrival • Set menu on arrival • Choice of buffet menu on 3 nights • Tea/coffee after dinner • Guided tour of Palace and Gardens of Versailles • 1 hour Paris boat cruise • Entrance to Monet’s Gardens
4 Nights Half Board Based on Thursday arrivals
Tuileries Garden
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