Overview
Discover the true beauty of Versailles on this full-day tour from Paris. Meet up at a train station in Paris and board the train to Versailles with your guide. You'll visit an award-winning French Farmers Market with fabulous food stalls.
Leisurely cycle around the gorgeous 2,000 acres Royal Domaine of Versailles to see swaying wheat fields and lush green forests. Enjoy a picnic on the soft grass as you look out over a lake with swans in it. Visit two smaller chateaux called the Grand and Petit Trianon.
Pet a sheep while you explore Queen Marie-Antoinette's adorable Private Farm village with thatched roof buildings. Learn all about the extravagance of King Louis and the French revolution from our fun and personable guide and, of course, visit the stunning Palace of Versailles with its famous Hall of Mirrors! All train and entrance tickets are included in our tour price.
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What's included
Tickets to Petit Trianon Chateau
Access into Private Farm Village of Marie-Antoinette
Fun local guide
Round trip train tickets Paris - Versailles
Bike and helmet rental
Tickets to Grand Trianon Chateau
Timed Entrance tickets to Palace of Versailles
Food and drinks
Gratuities in French they are called "Pour boire" and guides love them!
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet outside of a train station named Gare Saint-Lazare, at the entrance to the STARBUCKS COFFEE. Located at the address : 2 Rue de la Pépinière. BE AWARE there are 4 Starbucks in and around the train station.
End point
At the end of the bike tour, you'll be able to visit the Palace of Versailles for as long as you want! The guide will give you train tickets and a map of Versailles town for the 15-minute walk back to the train station. The trains from Versailles to Paris run every 20 to 30 minutes.
Good to know
Please be there 15 min before the official departure time as the train won't wait! There is no way of catching up with the group once the train leaves the station. Guides & Ticket Manager will show up 15min before the scheduled time of the tour.
For the Palace of Versailles Bike Tour you will meet with your guide in central Paris, outside of a train station named Gare Saint-Lazare, in front of STARBUCKS COFFEE. located at the address : 2 Rue de la Pépinière. BE AWARE there are 4 Starbucks in and around the train station.
We meet in front of the one located at 2 rue de la Pépinière, outside of the train station. That is at the corner of Rue de la Pépinière and Rue Pasquier. We meet in front of the entrance of the Starbucks Coffee.
Gare Saint-Lazare can easily be accessed with the metro lines 3, 12, 13 and 14 (station name SAINT-LAZARE).
FYI: You do not need to buy train tickets, they are included in the tour price and will be provided on the day of the tour.
The ticket manager and guides are wearing Blue shirts or BLUE FOX TRAVEL signs.
The following paragraph only applies to Reduced Fare reservations:
IF you booked for the Reduced Fare, please remember to bring your valid Museum Pass OR proof of age if your are entitled to the Reduced Fare because of your young age. NOTE : you cannot buy the Museum Pass on the tour, you must have a valid Museum Pass when meeting with your guide on the morning of your tour.
What to expect
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Palace of Versailles
1 hour
Once the royal Palace of France's most famous Kings, the Chateau of Versailles is simply outstanding. We'll make a timed entrance reservation for you and you'll be able to stay inside of the palace for as long as you want at the end of the bike tour.
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Place Du Marche Notre Dame
30 min
Opened in the time of King Louis 14th, the Versailles Farmers Market is outstanding! Your guide will give you a market tour to get you familiar with where all the best foods can be found. Then you will have 30 minutes of free time to roam the brimming food stalls and pick up whatever you want to eat for the picnic that will happen later in the day.
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Le Hameau De La Reine
1 hour
This was the hide-away of Marie-Antoinette! Seeking a complete break from royal life Queen Marie-Antoinette had this private farm village built so that she could pretend to be a commoner. You'll do a walking tour on the little paths through the village and farmyard and be able to pet some of the adorable animals that live there today such as the pigs, sheep, goats, geese, and cows.
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Jardins du Chateau de Versailles
45 min
With more than 2,000 acres of beautiful landscapes, fields of wheat and beats, an immense artificial lake, and perfectly trimmed trees the Royal Grounds will amaze you. We'll cycle around them in a leisurely way so that you can see the best of the Royal grounds without spending a lot of energy.
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Le Grand Trianon
45 min
Built by Louis 14th as a summer house. This mini palace is where the French Kings would go to escape from the etiquette of the court but still be close at hand in case they were needed.
You'll learn about the Grand Trianon's history from your guide and then be able to go inside of it and explore the beauty of its French gardens full of flowers. Tickets into the Grand Trianon are included in the tour price! -
Grand Canal
1 hour
Enjoy your lunch while sitting in the soft grass gazing over the largest lake in Versailles. You’ll love the view over the lake of the Palace from this secluded part of the grounds.
This is where you'll eat the picnic supplies that you purchased earlier at the Versailles Farmers Market. -
Le Petit Trianon
45 min
Built for the King's favorite mistress Madame de Pompadour, this little chateau was later given to Queen Marie-Antoinette. You'll learn all about it from your guide and then have free time to explore inside and see where Marie-Antoinette used to sleep and eat. Tickets to the Petit Trianon are included in the tour price.
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Versailles
30 min
Feel the breeze and smell the trees when you ride through the lush green of the Royal forests. You'll see where the French Royalty used to spend their afternoons hiding from court protocol hunting stag, pheasant, wild boar, and fox.
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Bassin d'Apollon
10 min
The Royal grounds of Versailles have dozens of fountains and water displays on them. The fountain of Apollo is the most famous one as it represents the Sun God Apollo rising from the darkness to bring light. the world. King Louis 14th called himself "the Sun King" because he thought himself to be like Apollo as he brought light and wealth to his country.
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La Galerie des Glaces
15 min
Mirrors were extremely rare and expensive in the 1700s. So when King Louis 14th had his main reception hall completely covered in them it showed his great wealth and extravagance to the world. You'll have free time to visit the famous Hall of Mirrors and be able to take the perfect selfie as a souvenir of your time in Versailles.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Paris).
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers who have knee problems or trouble walking
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Versailles Domain Bike Tour with Palace and Trianon Estate Access
Can I cancel Versailles Domain Bike Tour with Palace and Trianon Estate Access for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7–8 hours.
Where does it start?
Meet outside of a train station named Gare Saint-Lazare, at the entrance to the STARBUCKS COFFEE. Located at the address : 2 Rue de la Pépinière.
What's included?
- Tickets to Petit Trianon Chateau
- Access into Private Farm Village of Marie-Antoinette
- Fun local guide
- Round trip train tickets Paris - Versailles
- Bike and helmet rental
- Tickets to Grand Trianon Chateau
- Timed Entrance tickets to Palace of Versailles
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities in French they are called "Pour boire" and guides love them!
Which places does it visit?
It visits Palace of Versailles, Place Du Marche Notre Dame, Le Hameau De La Reine, Jardins du Chateau de Versailles, Le Grand Trianon, Grand Canal, Le Petit Trianon, Versailles.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Blue Fox Travel - Blue Bike Tours - Paris
