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From Paris: Vaux-le-Vicomte & Fontainebleau Full-Day Tour with Optional Guide

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Overview

Step into French history with a full-day tour of Vaux-le-Vicomte and Fontainebleau castles from Paris, enriched with an optional professional guide and more.

Highlights

  • Discover the allure of 17th-century Vaux-le-Vicomte, a Versailles precursor, complete with views from the castle dome and transfers from Paris.
  • Explore its history, tied to Louis XIV's minister Nicolas Fouquet, with an audio guide or 3D surround sound. Kids can enjoy period costumes for fun!
  • Step into the shoes of French royalty at the Fontainebleau Castle. Explore Napoleon's throne, the iconic staircase, and more with an audio guide.
  • Visit the Gallery of Francis I at the castle, adorned with intricate Renaissance frescoes, showcasing exquisite artistry and historical significance.
  • Choose the experience of a professional guide who will accompany you while sharing amazing facts about the sites, by upgrading your tickets.
  • Fun fact: The grand horseshoe staircase at Fontainebleau was where Napoleon Bonaparte bade farewell to his Old Guard and went into exile in 1814.

Inclusions

  • Full-day tour of Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle & Castle of Fontainebleau
  • Round-trip AC transfers from Paris
  • Entry to the Castle of Fontainebleau
  • Audio guide at the Castle of Fontainebleau in French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Dutch, Portuguese, & Polish (optional)
  • Entry to Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle
  • Access to any 1 (optional): Audio guide at Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle in French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, & Portuguese Surround-sound experience in 3D on 'The Fouquet Affair' in French, English, & German
  • Audio guide at Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle in French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, & Portuguese
  • Surround-sound experience in 3D on 'The Fouquet Affair' in French, English, & German
  • Access to the dome of the Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle (optional)
  • Period costume rentals for children (optional)
  • Professional guide (optional)

Cancellation Policy

Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.

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Your Experience

Your experience

Set out on a day-long journey, retreating from the hustle and bustle of Paris with round-trip AC transfers to explore the grandeur of 2 architectural masterpieces: the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte and the Castle of Fontainebleau.

Journey through time

Vaux-le-Vicomte, a 17th-century marvel, was commissioned by Nicolas Fouquet and inspired the construction of the iconic Versailles. Explore its stately rooms and cap your experience with a breathtaking view from its dome. Dive into its intriguing past with an optional audio guide or a riveting 3D surround-sound experience on 'The Fouquet Affair'. Add a dash of fun to your visit with costume rentals for children, allowing them to step into the shoes of the castle's past inhabitants. Experience the tranquility of Vaux-le-Vicomte's meticulously designed French gardens, offering a serene escape amidst symmetrical layouts, fountains, and greenery, perfect for unwinding and rejuvenation.

Royal retreat

Post-lunch, continue your historical journey at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Castle of Fontainebleau. With over 7 centuries of continuous royal habitation, each room tells a story of French art, history, and architecture. As you explore the castle’s vast private apartments with a multilingual audio guide, don't miss the throne of Napoleon I and the famous horseshoe-shaped staircase. Finally, unwind in the castle's vast park surrounded by 3 picturesque gardens, a true testament to France's famed landscape design. For an enhanced experience, upgrade your tickets to change your trip into a guided tour with a professional guide.

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