🏨 Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour with Gourmet Lunch by Chef Ducasse Activity

Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour with Gourmet Lunch by Chef Ducasse

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 5 hours

Departs: Paris, Paris

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Combine a visit to the Palace of Versailles and Gardens with a gourmet lunch designed by world-renown Chef Ducasse. See the lavish staterooms, Hall of Mirrors, and the exquisite gardens led by your expert guide. You will maximize your time by traveling via RER train from Paris, round-trip tickets are included.

What's Included

3-course gourmet lunch with wine in the restaurant in the palace run by Chef Ducasse

Fully acredited English-speaking guide

Fully guided visit of the Palace and Gardens of Versailles

Fully guided visit to the Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette’s hamlet (if option selected)

Guided visit of the Musical Gardens or Fountain Show: weekends & selected days April through October

Headsets when appropriate so you can always hear your guide

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Guided visit to the Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette’s hamlet (unless option selected)

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Traveler Information

INFANT: Age: 0 - 3
CHILD: Age: 4 - 10
YOUTH: Age: 11 - 17
ADULT: Age: 18 - 99

Additional Info

Lunch:
Please note that for infants aged 0-3 who are free of charge on this visit, a meal will not be provided for them at the restaurant. If you wish to purchase any food for your infant you may do so on the spot.
Public transportation options are available nearby
The menu changes with the seasons and in order to offer you a different experience each time
This tour involves a reasonable amount of walking. Please wear comfortable shoes.
We are compliant with international, government and local protocols and have received the stamps of approval: ‘Safe Travels’ Global Tour Operator protocol, ‘Caring Attitude’ Paris Tourism Commitment Charter. Our guides are informed of all measures that sh

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Please advise local operator of any allergies or dietary accommodations no later than seven days prior to travel date
Please note: You will need to wear a mask when on the train to and from Versailles.
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The minimum drinking age in France is 18 years. Participants under 18 will not be served wine with lunch.
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Cancellation Policy

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

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Palace of Versailles

You'll meet your guide in central Paris and they will escort you on the short train journey to Versailles.

Once arrived, you'll skip the often long lines and marvel at the beauty of the famous palace built during the reign of King Louis XIV, the Sun King. Learn how Versailles became the artistic center of Europe, and at its peak was host to some of the world's most notable people. Walk in the footsteps of King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette as you make your way through the magnificent staterooms, Hall of Mirrors, and more.

After your tour, feast like a king with a 3-course gourmet lunch with wine, prepared by world-famous Chef Alain Ducasse. Savor his distinctive blend of local ingredients and fine French cuisine to produce contemporary dishes that are timeless classics. Sit down to enjoy your meal inside an 18th century salon at Ore, inside the Palace of Versailles. You will be treated to a wonderful French meal surrounded by beautiful views of the palace.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

The Hall of Mirrors

Marvel at the magnificent Hall of Mirrors and stroll through this glittering rooms as Kings, Queens and courtiers once did.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Jardins du Chateau de Versailles

Step outside to stroll the French style gardens were grand balls once were held. If you have selected a day when the fountains are running, your guide will ensure you are in just the right spots to enjoy the Musical Fountain Show, running now as it did in the time of Kings and courtiers. Admire the meticulously groomed landscape and intricate details throughout the garden.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Le Petit Trianon

If OPTIONAL Add On selected: If you wish, choose to extend your visit and spend the afternoon in the beautiful private estate of Queen Marie-Antoinette. See her gorgeous private mansion the Petit Trianon, the tiny theater built just for her (and known as 'the jewel of Versailles') and her replica Normandy village, where she would escape the constraints of the court and enjoy the simple pleasures of country life.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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