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Cultural Tours hosted by Blue Fox Travel - Blue Bike Tours - Paris

8 hours (approx.)

Up to 14 travelers

Meet everyone at the start point

Mobile ticket

Offered in English

About

Discover the true beauty of Versailles on this full-day tour from Paris. Meet up at a train station in Paris and board the train to Versailles with your guide. You'll visit an award-winning French Far...
  • Tickets to Petit Trianon Chateau
  • Access into Private Farm Village of Marie-Antoinette
  • Fun local guide
  • Round trip train tickets Paris - Versailles
  • Bike and helmet rental
  • Tickets to Grand Trianon Chateau
  • Timed Entrance tickets to Palace of Versailles
  • What's not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities in French they are called "Pour boire" and guides love them!

    Pickup point

    Multiple pickup locations offered. During checkout you will be able to select from the list.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    This is a typical itinerary for this product

    Stop atPalace of Versailles

    Once the royal Palace of France's most famous Kings, the Chateau of Versailles is simply outstanding. We'll make a timed entrance reservation for you and you'll be able to stay inside of the palace for as long as you want at the end of the bike tour.

    1 hour (approx.)Admission included

    Stop atPlace Du Marche Notre Dame

    Opened in the time of King Louis 14th, the Versailles Farmers Market is outstanding! Your guide will give you a market tour to get you familiar with where all the best foods can be found. Then you will have 30 minutes of free time to roam the brimming food stalls and pick up whatever you want to eat for the picnic that will happen later in the day.

    30 minutes (approx.)No admission tickets required

    Stop atLe Hameau De La Reine

    This was the hide-away of Marie-Antoinette! Seeking a complete break from royal life Queen Marie-Antoinette had this private farm village built so that she could pretend to be a commoner. You'll do a walking tour on the little paths through the village and farmyard and be able to pet some of the adorable animals that live there today such as the pigs, sheep, goats, geese, and cows.

    1 hour (approx.)Admission included

    Stop atJardins du Chateau de Versailles

    With more than 2,000 acres of beautiful landscapes, fields of wheat and beats, an immense artificial lake, and perfectly trimmed trees the Royal Grounds will amaze you. We'll cycle around them in a leisurely way so that you can see the best of the Royal grounds without spending a lot of energy.

    45 minutes (approx.)Admission included

    Stop atLe Grand Trianon

    Built by Louis 14th as a summer house. This mini palace is where the French Kings would go to escape from the etiquette of the court but still be close at hand in case they were needed. You'll learn about the Grand Trianon's history from your guide and then be able to go inside of it and explore the beauty of its French gardens full of flowers. Tickets into the Grand Trianon are included in the tour price!

    45 minutes (approx.)Admission included

    Stop atGrand Canal

    Enjoy your lunch while sitting in the soft grass gazing over the largest lake in Versailles. You’ll love the view over the lake of the Palace from this secluded part of the grounds. This is where you'll eat the picnic supplies that you purchased earlier at the Versailles Farmers Market.

    1 hour (approx.)No admission tickets required

    Stop atLe Petit Trianon

    Built for the King's favorite mistress Madame de Pompadour, this little chateau was later given to Queen Marie-Antoinette. You'll learn all about it from your guide and then have free time to explore inside and see where Marie-Antoinette used to sleep and eat. Tickets to the Petit Trianon are included in the tour price.

    45 minutes (approx.)Admission included

    Stop atVersailles

    Feel the breeze and smell the trees when you ride through the lush green of the Royal forests. You'll see where the French Royalty used to spend their afternoons hiding from court protocol hunting stag, pheasant, wild boar, and fox.

    30 minutes (approx.)No admission tickets required

    Stop atBassin d'Apollon

    The Royal grounds of Versailles have dozens of fountains and water displays on them. The fountain of Apollo is the most famous one as it represents the Sun God Apollo rising from the darkness to bring light. the world. King Louis 14th called himself "the Sun King" because he thought himself to be like Apollo as he brought light and wealth to his country.

    10 minutes (approx.)Admission included

    Stop atLa Galerie des Glaces

    Mirrors were extremely rare and expensive in the 1700s. So when King Louis 14th had his main reception hall completely covered in them it showed his great wealth and extravagance to the world. You'll have free time to visit the famous Hall of Mirrors and be able to take the perfect selfie as a souvenir of your time in Versailles.

    15 minutes (approx.)Admission included

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please bring an ID for travelers under 18 years old
  • All Tour participants over the age of 9 years old MUST know how to ride a bike solo.
  • Children aged 6 months to 4 years old can sit in a child seat on their parents bikes. Infant seats are available if advised at time of booking.
  • Children aged 5 to 9 years old can: cycle solo, if capable, or on a tandem attachment bike.
  • Bikes are not allowed in the part of the gardens where the Fountain Show takes place, hence the Fountain Show it is not part of our tour. Access to the Fountain Show is included in the Adult tour price but NOT in the kids price. If you wish to go with kids you'll have to pay a 10€ add-on ticket directly at the entrance of the gardens after our tour is over.
  • Not recommended for travelers who weigh more than 270 pounds or 122 kilos.
  • Not recommended for travelers who have knee problems or trouble walking

Cancellation Policy

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

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A day well spent

247lindsayb, Dec 2024

We had a wonderful day at Versailles! Our guide, Lucien, was absolutely fantastic. He was so friendly and very knowledgeable; he made the entire experience so lighthearted and fun while still keeping everyone engaged. I highly recommend this tour and plan on booking another on our next trip to Paris.

Professional, fun - best way to see Versailles

deboranally, Dec 2024

Arnold was the perfect tour guide- personal, professional and knowledgable. We loved biking down to the little hamlet before going into the palace. We also enjoyed visiting the local market and sampling cheeses, sausage and desserts. Would highly recommend this tour.

Versailles Charm: A Ride to Remember!

Jet597346, Dec 2024

This tour offered a unique and charming way to experience Versailles and its surroundings. Riding through the area on bikes, each with its own French name, was an absolute delight. We couldn’t help but feel adorable as we pedaled along, soaking in the atmosphere. The highlight for us was undoubtedly the visit to the markets, brimming with fresh produce. It was so tempting that we practically bought out the entire market for our picnic!

Our guide, Antoine, was exceptional. He was attentive, frequently checking in on us, and his extensive knowledge of history and Parisian culture added immense value to the experience. His great sense of humor kept everyone entertained throughout the day.

This adventure was truly one of the most memorable trips we’ve taken, and we’ll be reminiscing about it for years to come.

I really enjoyed our...

Sarah_W, Dec 2024

I really enjoyed our guide Arnold, who was super friendly, helpful, and good-humored. He gave us a lot of information (both historical and bike safety info) and never made us feel rushed.

The biking and walking tour of the Trianon Estate was the best, the Main Palace was my least favorite. It was super crowded and hot. I'm glad I saw it, but won't go in again.

Once in a lifetime!

RandS1992, Dec 2024

Such a lovely experience! The guide made our trip easy and relaxing. We loved walking through the farmers market, picking our own individual items for a picnic. Next we hopped on our bikes and toured the grounds of the palace and explored Trianon And Marie Antoinette’s home. we stopped at the lake for our picnic and It was perfect. A beautiful swan in the background and a honeybee came for our local honey. The gardens and grounds were all amazing but the palace of Versailles is something you don’t want to miss. Once in a lifetime experience for sure!

Responses from BlueFoxTravel_Paris

Hi RandS1992,

Thank you for your wonderful review!

We are glad you are amazed by the beautiful Versailles, which you visited in the last days of summer!

Thank you for appreciating our trip and sharing your opinion with others.

Kind regards,

- Alice

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