Versailles Private Tour : Horse-riding, Gastronomy & the Palace

671barbiec, May 2024

Our experience with Nomad Riders was exceptional. From the first email communication to the return at our hotel lobby in Paris at the end of our tour, we were met with nothing but stellar professionalism and top tier hospitality services.

I felt that from the start of the day, I had nothing to do but sit back and enjoy the experience unfolding for us. (As the logistics coordinator for the family- this in itself is worth it's weight in gold!) Everything was thought of and taken care of.

We were met in the lobby of our hotel in Paris right on time, and had a smooth and comfortable ride to Versailles. We went directly to a spot amongst the gardens that had a trailer and horses tacked up and ready to go. Within a few minutes of arriving, we were already on horseback. Our guide was so lovely as we spent 2 hours in what felt like traveling back in time and being in a movie and just having the most surreal experience all at the same time. We cantered through fairways and walked through knee high flowers, and explored a huge area that turned out to be just a tiny fraction of the grounds.

Immediately upon on return to the trailer area, our driver was waiting to whisk us off to an unforgettable modern 18th century brunch at the Michelin- starred Arielles Château de Versailles by Chef Alain Ducasse. Our dietary preferences of gluten-free and plant-based were not a problem in the slightest. We missed out on "the cheese course", but every other course was served with delightful options that were not only delicious, but served so incredibly beautifully and with such care- the experience around the food itself was just as magnificent.

As soon as we were finished with our meal, our car as waiting at the front to bring us to the front entrance of the château, where someone was already standing the line with our tickets for the tour. There was no waiting or wondering where to go, and amongst the long lines and swaths of people there, this was one of those little touches that was really appreciated.

Obviously, the Château and surrounding area is beyond describable words- and that part of the experience was wonderful. (So much so, that my next trip to the Paris area will include a few days in Versailles.)

As soon as our tour of the château ended, our car was ready for us front and center- again , no walking, no lines, door to door service throughout.

I truly felt so taken care of throughout this experience and all it's activities. I didn't have to think about anything- I just got to enjoy. I would HIGHLY recommend Nomad Riders to anyone and everyone that values incredible equestrian experiences. I've been inspired to take on more adventures with Rita and her fantastic team.

Thank you Rita and Co. at Nomad Riders for one of the most unforgettable days I've ever had.

452christinay, Apr 2024

Rita was so great and patient :)

Overall trip was stunning, it was personalised to my needs and my family really enjoyed it as well.

Ana my riding guide was also an amazing instructor! I had so much fun on my Arabian x Connie.

Not to mention the amazing food we had at Alain Ducasse.

100% would recommend!

Lunasol19234, Apr 2024

It was an extremely well curated experience. It was worth every penny. The host is extremely professional. The horse tour was very pleasant; my friend who was a complete beginner did just fine. The entire experience was everything we anticipated and more.

nadiac720, Apr 2024

Amazing family experience! I went with my daughter who loves horses and is learning to ride, we lived a wonderful adventure. The food was delicious very gourmet, the visit to Versallies very interesting and entertaining with our guide. Rita is wonderful and thought of all the details!

576anatolec, Mar 2024

What a day at Versailles! My spouse and I, along with our two daughters, had an amazing time from start to finish. Our kids, who ride horses from time to time back home, were so happy when they realize we could actually ride in Versailles. Thank you to the whole team for making this moment as magical as possible for us. From the horseback riding to the delicious lunch and the privately-guided tour of the palace, every moment was special. Special thanks to the guide made the visit not only insightful but also tailored her discourse to be engaging and fun for the kids, they loved it!