Versailles, Fireworks & Monets Garden

Day 1

With an early departure we make our way to Dover for the ferry to Calais, arriving at the 4* Novotel Paris Saclay with time to settle in before dinner.

Day 2

Today we enjoy a guided tour of the Palace & Gardens of Versailles, considered to be one of the most magnificent achievements of 18th century French architecture and design. The awe-inspiring Hall of Mirrors and astonishingly beautiful palatial grounds are highlights of France's most famous chateau. In the afternoon we enjoy free time in the beautiful town of Versailles itself, before returning to our hotel.

Day 3

This morning, we enjoy free time relaxing at our hotel followed by lunch at the hotel. Mid-afternoon, we journey to the beautiful town of Fontainebleau with the opportunity to visit the Chateau & Gardens (entrance at own cost), and time for dinner in one of the towns many cafes & restaurants . In the early evening, we then make our way to the magnificent Chateau Vaux-Le-Vicomte where we spend the evening exploring the magical estate by candlelight followed by a firework display finale.

Day 4

After a leisurely morning in the hotel, we travel to Monet's country retreat in Giverny where we visit the impressionist painter's charming pink house and iconic gardens. We can then relax in the gardens at our leisure, admiring the Japanese bridge and famous waterlily pond. Later, we travel to the pretty neighbourhood village of Vernon and discover over 200 half-timbered houses with ancient doors and carved timbers, wrought iron shop signs, cobbled paths, and the famous Old Mill. We can have lunch here and spend the afternoon exploring the church, museums, village, and banks of the River Seine at leisure.

Day 5

Departing the hotel we make our way back to Calais where we catch the return ferry to Dover, returning home early evening.

D=Dinner, B=Breakfast, L=Lunch