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Versailles & Orsay Day Tour with Host, Lunch Optional

4.0(1 reviews)Paris, FranceOperated by Extime Travel
  • Duration7 hours – 8 hours
  • GroupShared · max 15
  • EntrySkip the line
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Enjoy an inspiring full-day journey through two of France’s most iconic destinations: Versailles and Paris.

Begin with a smooth round-trip transfer from Paris to Versailles, then explore the legendary Palace of Versailles with included entry tickets and an audio guide.

Stroll through the magnificent Versailles Gardens on a guided walking tour, before savoring lunch at the restaurant Le Bouillon or a similar local restaurant, 3-course menu, only if this option is selected.

Return to Paris for a photo stop at the Eiffel Tower, followed by a charming electric Tuk-tuk vehicle ride along the Seine to the Musée d’Orsay.

Conclude your day surrounded by masterpieces from Monet, Degas, Van Gogh, and more with your included museum entry. All essential details and tickets are provided upon arrival, with flexible schedules depending on the season.

What to expect

7 hours – 8 hours7 stopsShared tourSkip the lineMax 15 travellers

  1. Palace of Versailles

    Place d'Armes, Versailles, 78000, France

    1 hourAdmission included

    Enjoy the guided visit at the Palace of Versailles dazzles with grand halls, sumptuous apartments, and exquisite Baroque details reflecting the peak of royal opulence. From the glittering Hall of Mirrors to the king’s ornate chambers, every room showcases the splendour of Louis XIV’s court.

  2. Jardins du Chateau de Versailles

    Place d'Armes, A l'Ouest du Château de Versailles, Versailles, 78000, France

    1 hourAdmission included

    Enjoy the Gardens of Versailles on your own. You will admire a breathtaking masterpiece of French landscape design, featuring perfectly sculpted lawns, grand fountains, and elegant statues. Spanning vast, symmetrical grounds, they offer a majestic blend of art, nature, and royal grandeur.

  3. Eiffel Tower

    Av. Gustave Eiffel, Paris, 75007, France

    10 minutesAdmission not included

    Photo stop at the Eiffel Tower. This does not include the ticket to visit inside the monument

  4. The Seine

    Paris, 75001, France

    30 minutes

    Admire Paris from your Turtle Transfer! Your driver will take you from the Eiffel Tower to the Musée d'Orsay via the Seine Riverbanks.

  5. Invalides

    Paris, France

    Pass by

    Symbol of France's military and national memory. It contains monuments to French soldiers and Napoleo'n tomb.

  6. Pont Alexandre III

    Cours la Reine, Quai d'Orsay, Paris, 75008, France

    Pass by

    Bridge of Beaux-Arts architecture with elaborate sculptures. It connects Les Invalides with the Grand Palais and the Petit Palais.

  7. Musee d'Orsay

    1 Rue De La Legion d'Honneur, Paris, 75007, France

    2 hoursAdmission included

    The Musée d’Orsay showcases one of the world’s finest collections of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art, set inside a stunning former Beaux-Arts train station. Visitors can admire masterpieces by Monet, Renoir, Degas, Van Gogh, and more in an unforgettable Parisian setting.

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

6 Avenue du Dr Brouardel, 75007 Paris – Meet our Extime Travel ambassador outside the building In case of problem, contact us on: 1/ WhatsApp +33 6 14 96 42 81 2/ Phone +33 1 44 55 60 00

End

You will end the tour at the Orsay Museum. Please note that the museum closes at 5:30 p.m.

Redemption

Attraction start point

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before departure to complete check-in. If you arrive after the scheduled tour time, your booking will be considered a no-show. MEETING POINT: 6 Avenue du Dr Brouardel, 75007 Paris – Meet our Extime Travel ambassador outside the building In case of problem, contact us on: 1/ WhatsApp +33 6 14 96 42 81 2/ Phone +33 1 44 55 60 00

What's included

Included

  • Versailles Palace entrance and guided visit + Gardens on your own
  • 3-courses lunch menu in a French typical restaurant in Versailles (if option selected)
  • Orsay Museum entrance ticket
  • A host will provide you with the schedule and directions between each monument.
  • Round trip transportation by coach from Paris to Versailles
  • Photo stop by the Eiffel Tower
  • Electric Tuk-tuk sightseeing tour of Paris by the Seine River from the Eiffel Tower to Orsay Museum

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Headphones

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–2), Child (3–17), Adult (18–99)

Additional information

  • Maximum of 2 persons per tuk-tuk. In case of a larger group (more than 2) we will split the group into different vehicle. All of the vehicles depart at the same time.
  • Schedules may vary depending on the season or conditions of the day. Visits inside the monuments will be in autonomy.
  • The host will accompany you throughout the day. Please note that this is not a guided tour and the host will not be the same person during the day.
  • Lunch: 3-course menu at restaurant Le Bouillon (if option selected)
  • Audioguided visit of the Palace of Versailles available from an app in 10 languages. Don’t forget to bring your own earphones and make sure your phone is charged for a better visit experience!
  • If you choose the option with lunch included, you will take a lunch in a typical French bouillon in Versailles. Vegetarian option available.
  • If you select the option without lunch, you will have free time for lunch before continuing the tour.
  • This is the perfect activity for travelers short on time who still want to experience the best of Versailles and Paris
  • The tour duration is 7 hours until March 31, 2026. From April 1, 2026, please note that the tour duration will be 7 hours and 30 minutes.

Languages

Guide
English, Spanish

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 2 days before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Europe/Paris
Product code
2050P356

What you'll be asked when booking

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Traveller reviews

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