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Fontainebleau and Vaux le Vicomte Chateaux Day Trip from Paris

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See two magnificent French castles – Vaux le Vicomte and Château Fontainebleau – on a day trip from Paris! Audio-guided tours at each site are included, so you’ll learn about the castles’ history and art, as well as the eccentric royals who once called the places home. Enjoy free time to explore the castles’ gardens, seeing the grandiose fountains, lakes and monuments that characterized palace grounds during the Renaissance and Baroque eras.

What's Included

  • Access to the dome of the Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle
  • Period costume rentals for children to transport them back to the 17th century
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
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Rue de Libourne
75012 Paris, France

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What To Expect

Le Styx, Riviere des Enfers (Pass By)

On board a luxury coach, you will drive to southeast and reach Vaux le Vicomte ( approx,35-miles (55-km))
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Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte

Its star attraction is the Vaux le Vicomte Castle – the impressive Baroque chateau that allegedly inspired the Palace of Versailles – so hop off your coach and head inside for your audio-guided tour.When you arrive, you are free to explore independently using your provided audio guide. See elaborate interiors and vaulted cellars, and learn about the man behind this massive home, Nicholas Fouquet, who was King Louis XIV’s minister of finance. After Fouquet commissioned Vaux le Vicomte to be designed by a top architect, the king felt upstaged and threw the minister in jail. When you’re finished inside, walk outside to discover the castle’s 99 acres (40 hectares) of grounds made up of fountains, flowerbeds and sprawling lawns. If you’re hungry, grab some lunch from the onsite café (own expense) before returning to the coach.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Fontainebleau Forest (Foret de Fontainebleau) (Pass By)

Then at 1.15/1.30pm,make your way south to Château de Fontainebleau, the only royal castle in France to be continuously inhabited for more than 700 years.
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Tourist Fontainebleau (Pass By)

With its Renaissance architecture, ceiling frescos, 15th-century furniture and detailed wood carvings, this World Heritage site is a great alternative to visiting Versailles. Tour the building independently via the audio guide, listening to tales about the French royalty who once lived here.
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Chateau de Fontainebleau

Château Fontainebleau. The only royal castle to be continuously inhabited for over seven centuries, Fontainebleau is one of the country’s more exceptional palaces – deservedly taking a place on the UNESCO World Heritage Site listTour the building independently via the audio guide, listening to tales about the French royalty who once lived here. Château de Fontainebleau is also home to extensive gardens and lakes, so take time to wander the grounds
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2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • The access to the dome of the Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle is reserved to people over 1.35 m
  • Arrival in Paris at the end of the tour expected around 6:15 pm
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Fontainebleau and Vaux le Vicomte Chateaux Day Trip from Paris?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.16 out of 5 stars based on 305 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Fontainebleau and Vaux le Vicomte Chateaux Day Trip from Paris?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Access to the dome of the Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle.
  • Period costume rentals for children to transport them back to the 17th century.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Entrance tickets to Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte castles.
  • Audioguides at both castles.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Gratuities.
  • Food and drinks.
  • WiFi on board.
  • Restroom on board.
  • Guided visit.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Fontainebleau and Vaux le Vicomte Chateaux Day Trip from Paris is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Fontainebleau and Vaux le Vicomte Chateaux Day Trip from Paris will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Access to the dome of the Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle
  • Period costume rentals for children to transport them back to the 17th century
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance tickets to Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte castles
  • Audioguides at both castles
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • WiFi on board
  • Restroom on board
  • Guided visit

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The access to the dome of the Vaux-le-Vicomte Castle is reserved to people over 1.35 m
  • Arrival in Paris at the end of the tour expected around 6:15 pm
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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