Versailles Small Group Guided Tour by Minibus from Paris
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Is Versailles Small Group Guided Tour by Minibus from Paris worth booking?
Versailles Small Group Guided Tour by Minibus from Paris is a 6-hour experience in Paris, France, from $139 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $139 per person
Discover Versailles on a guided tour from Paris Visit the magnificent Palace of Versailles, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a professional guide. Discover the history, secrets, and grandeur of the French royal court.
What you get
- Tour in English (only)
- Option 2 : Small Group (15-20 people ) Guided Tour 2:30 h + Garden+Transfer
- Option 3: Guided tour for 1:30 hours with 25-28 people + Garden+Transfer
- Option 1 : Semi-Private (10 -11 people ) Guided Tour 2:30 h + Garden+Transfer
- Minimum age : 6 years old. Each participant must be declared at the time of booking.
About this experience
Discover Versailles on a guided tour from Paris Visit the magnificent Palace of Versailles, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a professional guide. Discover the history, secrets, and grandeur of the French royal court. Choose from different tour options with group sizes of 11, 15, 20, or 27 participants, depending on the selected formula. Meeting points in Paris: 83 Avenue Bosquet, 75007 Paris — Métro Line 8, École Militaire, in front of VESPER or 44 Avenue George V, 75008 Paris — in front of the Philipp Plein boutique No hotel pick-up. Departure is only from the meeting point indicated on your booking confirmation. Guided visit duration: approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours, depending on the selected option.
What's included
Included
- Tour in English (only)
- Option 2 : Small Group (15-20 people ) Guided Tour 2:30 h + Garden+Transfer
- Option 3: Guided tour for 1:30 hours with 25-28 people + Garden+Transfer
- Option 1 : Semi-Private (10 -11 people ) Guided Tour 2:30 h + Garden+Transfer
- Minimum age : 6 years old. Each participant must be declared at the time of booking.
Not included
- Gratuities
- Lunch and drinks (not included)
- Pick-up at the hotel
- We do not accept children under the age of 6 years old
What you'll see and do
Paris
We offer a wide variety of packages designed to fit your schedule and budget. For a more exclusive experience, you can upgrade to a small-group tour. Enjoy a comfortable pick-up by minivan (8 to 18 seats) from a convenient meeting point near the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
60 minutes here
Palace of Versailles
Palace: Guided Tour in English 2 hours (all options except N°3, only 1:30 hours)
120 minutes here · Admission included
Jardins du Chateau de Versailles
Garden: Guided tour in the garden for 30 mn.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Palace of Versailles
After the guided portion, immerse yourself in the grandeur of Versailles for approximately 2 hours (for half-day tours) or 4 hours (for full-day tours) to wander at your own pace and discover its treasures independently.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Paris
After 4 hours at Versailles for the half day and 6 hours for the full day, your driver will pick you up in front of the castle to return to Paris.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Paris
In front boutique Philipp Plein
Meeting point
Paris
83-85 avenue Bosquet near de restaurant Vesper
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
In front boutique Philipp Plein
Ends at
83-85 avenue Bosquet near de restaurant Vesper
Options you can book
Small Group Meeting Point
Guided tour +Garden+Transfer: Palace guided tour (2:30 ) + Musical fountains show or the Musical gardens (april -october) group 15-20 persons maximum Pick-up location:: 85-87 avenue Bosquet 75007 Paris metro Line n°8, station : École Militaire Duration: 6 hours: Duration included the transfer time ( roundtrip ) Pick-up time at :: Morning : -Pick-up from 8:45 am Afternoon: Pick-up from 11:45 am Minivan ( 8 seats ) Half day Guided tour + Garden: Half day + Transfer roundtrip + Garden: A 6 h tour Palace guided tour (2:30 ) & 1:30 h free time
Essential Group Meeting Point
Guided tour +Garden +Transfer: Palace guided tour (1:30 ) + Musical fountains show or the Musical gardens (april -october) - group 25-27 persons max Pick-up at the Meeting Point : 83-85 avenue Bosquet 75007 Paris Metro : Line 8 Station Ecole Militaire Duration: 6 hours: Duration included the transfer time ( roundtrip ) Pick-up time start : Morning : -Pick-up from 8:45 am / Afternoon: Pick-up from 11:45 am Minivan (8 seats) Half day Guided tour: Half day + Transfer + Garden: 6 h tour Palace guided tour (1:30 ) & visit on your own 27 pax Duration included the transfer
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- PARIS WEBSERVICES
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Minimum age for participants is 6 years old. Each participant must be declared at the time of booking. We cannot accommodate undeclared clients, including babies or children under 6 years old. Reservations will be canceled without compensation in such cases.
- Motorized wheelchair prohibited in the museum.
- Participants should be prepared to follow their guide for about 3 hours. The Palace of Versailles can be quite crowded, and we must stick to the scheduled visiting times. Please note that the guide is unable to provide personal assistance. If you have any concerns about walking difficulties, health issues, or other considerations, we recommend reconsidering your participation in this tour to ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone.
- Our tours are limited, we cannot cancel or modify bookings at the last minute for any reason. Tickets are non-refundable by the museums. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the event date or no-shows will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
- Our tours are limited, we cannot cancel or modify bookings at the last minute for any reason. Tickets are non-refundable by the museums. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the event date or no-shows will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
- Option 1: "Semi-Private" guided tour for a maximum of 10 -11 people max, lasting 2:30 hours at the Palace, including transfer.
- Option 2: "Small Group" guided tour for a maximum of 15 -20 people, lasting 2:30 hours at the Palace, including transfer
- Option 3: "Small Group" guided tour for a maximum of 25 - 27 people, lasting 1:30 hours at the Palace, including transfer.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Versailles Small Group Guided Tour by Minibus from Paris. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Easy transportation experience and an even better tour.
What a fabulous experience! The pick up and drive to the palace was easy. The driver handed us off to the guide and off we went into the palace and garden. Our guide was a phenomenal story teller and treated us to the perfect amount of French history to really understand what we were looking at. The palace was amazing and the visit was very worthwhile.
via Viator
Wonderful tour of Versailles with professional and informative guides
Our tour of Versailles was wonderful! Our mini-bus driver, Christophe, was punctual and helpful. There were four guests on our bus and then we joined 6 other guests from another bus for our guided tour. Our tour guide, Guillemette was fantastic...informative, cheerful, kind. The extra time in the gardens was a nice feature. Could not have asked for a better tour!
via Tripadvisor
Sophie is the number 1 tour guide to Versailles.
The day was perfect. Our driver Christophe was friendly and on time. Our guide, Sophie, was engaging, extremely knowledgeable and chatted personally with everyone in our group. She managed the crowds well. I highly recommend Sophie as a guide to Versailles. You won’t be disappointed.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $139 to $164
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Versailles Small Group Guided Tour by Minibus from Paris: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Paris.
How much does Versailles Small Group Guided Tour by Minibus from Paris cost?
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Prices start at $139 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 Versailles Small Group Guided Tour by Minibus from 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 Versailles Small Group Guided Tour by Minibus from Paris worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 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 Versailles Small Group Guided Tour by Minibus from 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 Versailles Small Group Guided Tour by Minibus from Paris suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 6-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Versailles Small Group Guided Tour by Minibus from Paris?
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Around 1 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 Versailles Small Group Guided Tour by Minibus from 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 Louvre Museum Essential Guided Tour Semi Private 6 GUESTS MAX, Louvre Museum Premium Guided Tour 6 GUESTS MAX Entry Included, Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based). 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.
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