Private Vaux le Vicomte and Fontainebleau Day Trip

Visit two historic castles near Paris in one day

Private day trip to two historic castles: Vaux le Vicomte (inspiration for Versailles) and Napoleon's Fontainebleau. Skip the crowds with private transport, hotel pickup, skip-the-line access, and English-speaking driver-guide. Two masterpieces in one day.

Pricing & Details

Price: $345 per person (4 minimum)
Duration: 8 hours
Departure: 8:00 AM from your Paris address
Group Size: 8 maximum
Schedule: Daily, March through mid-December
Transport: Private air-conditioned mini-van

What's Included

• Hotel or apartment pickup/drop-off in central Paris
• Private air-conditioned mini-van transportation
• Skip-the-line tickets at both châteaux
• English-speaking driver-guide
• 8 hours of exclusive touring
• Comfortable schedule with ample time at each castle

Your Two-Castle Experience

Morning: Vaux le Vicomte

Visit the 17th-century masterpiece that inspired Versailles. Created by the dream team of architect Louis Le Vau, painter Charles Le Brun, and landscape genius André Le Nôtre for Nicolas Fouquet. This collaboration set the benchmark for royal residences and forever changed French château style.

Stroll lavish halls and meticulously designed gardens at your own pace, experiencing the elegance that became the template for France's grandest palaces.

Afternoon: Fontainebleau

After lunch break, explore the sprawling Château de Fontainebleau—from 12th-century fortress to grand royal residence. Favored hunting lodge for centuries, later restored by Napoleon to former glory.

Discover opulent apartments, ballrooms, richly decorated library, and vast forest grounds. Experience France's layered history through royal and imperial heritage.

Tour Highlights

• Skip the Crowds: Private alternative to busy Versailles
• Versailles Inspiration: See the château that inspired the famous palace
• Napoleon's Palace: Fontainebleau restored by the Emperor himself
• Door-to-Door Service: Pickup and drop-off at your Paris address
• Skip-the-Line Access: No waiting at either château
• Expert Guidance: English-speaking driver-guide throughout
• Two Masterpieces: Contrasting architectural styles and histories
• Private Experience: Customized pace and attention

Perfect For

History enthusiasts, architecture lovers, couples, families, small groups, and travelers seeking elegant château experiences without Versailles crowds. Ideal for those wanting authentic French royal heritage.

Historical Significance

Vaux le Vicomte: 20-year transformation (1641-1661) creating the château style that defined French elegance
Fontainebleau: 8 centuries of royal history from medieval fortress to Napoleon's imperial residence

Not Included

Lunch and personal expenses (ample time set aside for dining)

Availability

Off-season requests usually accommodated—contact us directly for winter bookings.

Experience two regal masterpieces without the bustle of Versailles. BOOK NOW for your private château adventure beyond the standard tourist track!

Visit our main site for full information about this tour: https://linkparis.com/vaux-le-vicomte-and-fontainebleau-day-trip/