VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris)
Paris, France

VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris)

Outty Ranking 59 4.3 · 6 traveler reviews6 hoursFrom €75
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Outty Ranking

59/100

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Traveler rating

4.3/5

Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris) worth booking?

VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris) is a 6-hour experience in Paris, France, from €75 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
4.3/5 (6)
Duration
6 hours
From
€75 per person

IT IS SAFE TO TRAVEL WITH US - All our services are privatized and without regrouping with unknown visitors coming from outside. - All our tours include a pickup and dropoff at your hotel. - Book now and pay upon arrival. Known throughout the world, the story of Fouquet, superintendent of Louis XIV, whose jealousy of the king towards him will lead to his loss. The construction of the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, near Melun, south-east of Paris, can be considered as the first stage of the realization of Versailles: Louis XIV resumed in its entirety the team reunited by his superintendent Finance, Nicolas Fouquet, including the architect Louis Le Vau, the painter Charles Le Brun and André Le Nôtre who designed the gardens. Itinerary: 08:30 am: departure from your hotel 10:00 am: Visit oif Vaux le Vicomte (Castle and gardens) The gardens can be visited by golf cart (optional) 12:30 pm: Back to PARIS 01:30 pm: Dropoff at your hotel

What you get

    About this experience

    IT IS SAFE TO TRAVEL WITH US - All our services are privatized and without regrouping with unknown visitors coming from outside. - All our tours include a pickup and dropoff at your hotel. - Book now and pay upon arrival. Known throughout the world, the story of Fouquet, superintendent of Louis XIV, whose jealousy of the king towards him will lead to his loss. The construction of the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, near Melun, south-east of Paris, can be considered as the first stage of the realization of Versailles: Louis XIV resumed in its entirety the team reunited by his superintendent Finance, Nicolas Fouquet, including the architect Louis Le Vau, the painter Charles Le Brun and André Le Nôtre who designed the gardens. Itinerary: 08:30 am: departure from your hotel 10:00 am: Visit oif Vaux le Vicomte (Castle and gardens) The gardens can be visited by golf cart (optional) 12:30 pm: Back to PARIS 01:30 pm: Dropoff at your hotel

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • driver guide assistance all day long
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Pickup and dropoff from/to your hotel
    • Ticket admission

    What you'll see and do

    1. Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte

      visit the castle and the gardens (audio guide in your own language included)

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, cmn, ja, en, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    DAY TRIPS FROM PARIS (FRANCE) - CITY TOURS

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Traveler reviews

    6 verified traveler reviews for VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    511ramn · August 2025

    Thank you to all chefs that great experience

    Amazing brunch buffet at latest recipe in le Meriden hotel 💯👍 We come back after 8 month great jobs to everyone 😍 really we are so happy to meet _chef ELIAS _ again The way hi always smile and woum welcome makes us the enjoyment

    via Tripadvisor

    JOANNE_M · August 2023

    The worse experience with a tour transportation service

    Our driver/guide Asis arrived late in our hotel the time indicated on the voucher for pick up is 8:30am and we had to call the tour company to follow up, the driver arrived 910am. At around 10:00am, Upon arriving Vaux Vicomte, Asis the driver just brought us to the entrance, gave us our tickets and told us to be out by 11:00 am I told him that the voucher indicated a transport service of approximately 6 hours for the price we paid which was €780 (€390 per head). He said he doesn’t know about how much we paid he just said he was instructed to bring us back to our hotel by 12:30 and that he cannot extend long because he had 2 more clients to pick up after dropping us off to our hotel. We agreed to meet him at 11:30am outside the chateau but we got lost going outside and was only able to get out at 12:30. We spoke to the driver but he said he cannot wait and that he will just arrange for a taxi to pick us up, we told him that we can do that ourselves through the Uber app but we paid for a transportation service with Aviator to bring us back to Paris but the driver left us. We just booked ourselves an Uber to go back to Paris. This is very disappointing that the tour group overbooked their van and did not prioritize us, the voucher specifically indicated APPROXIMATELY 6 hours, and the total time spent for us is only less than 3 hours which I think is very unfair considering we paid €780! And to top it all, we were left in Vaux le Vicomte to ourselves and had to bring ourselves back to Paris via Uber. Very disappointing experience Viator… NAVETTE EXPRESS is the name of the transportation company which I guess had a partnership with Viator. I demand for this partner of yours to be reprimanded. Thank you.

    Response from the operator: Sorry for this bad experience. This tour to visit Vaux le Vicomte lasts about 4 hours and this day our driver had clients to pickup after your tour and he warned you that he couldn’t wait too long.

    via Viator

    MarcTvd · August 2023

    Sublime castle

    Very well maintained castle which is worth the detour! We of course recommend the visit and the gardening.

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    Bernice_L · June 2023

    Parfait

    On time, efficient - did what it said on the description! Great venue. Have done other trips and will do more...

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your review

    via Viator

    Agnes_M · April 2023

    Excellent day away from the city.

    Our driver took us through the gardens with an electric golf cart. This was great since I have mobility issues.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your review and we are happy that you have appreciated this tour.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    6 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    €75 to €480
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by DAY TRIPS FROM PARIS (FRANCE) - CITY TOURS, who run 24 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 48.0.

    See everything DAY TRIPS FROM PARIS (FRANCE) - CITY TOURS runs

    Why this scores 59

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)68
    Review evidence (18% weight)27
    Booking momentum (14% weight)18
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)41
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris): questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.

    How much does VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris) cost?

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    Prices start at €75 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Paris usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris) take?

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    Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Paris is not rushed.

    Is VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris) worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.3/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Paris, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris)?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris) suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris)?

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    Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Paris can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Paris and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris) start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Paris within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Paris?

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    Paris rewards travelers who book ahead. The headline museums sell timed entry weeks out, the best food walks cap at eight people, and the Seine cruises that are worth doing are the ones that leave after sunset. Everything below is scored by the Outty Ranking so you can tell a genuine local favorite from a coach-tour filler in a single glance. On Outty we rank every Paris experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based), Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Paris?

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    April to June and September to October, when queues thin out and terraces stay open late. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Paris?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris)?

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    Included: Private transportation; driver guide assistance all day long; All Fees and Taxes; Pickup and dropoff from/to your hotel; and Ticket admission. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris) include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1911 listed pickup locations in and around Paris. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris) offered in?

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    It is offered in German, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris)?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris) wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris) if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Paris. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about VAUX-LE-VICOMTE- private day-trip (pickup and dropoff at/to your hotel in Paris)?

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    Across 6 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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