10 Tours in Ile-de-France That You Shouldn't Miss

Visit the Mont Saint Michel UNESCO World Heritage site on Day 1 and explore the D-Day landing beaches of Normandy on Day 2 and gain insight into World War II history on this private day trip from Paris. Travel with a private guide to key WWII battle sites including : Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc, and gain insight into the sacrifices made on both sides. Then, visit the American Cemetery — where a great many soldiers are laid to rest. This tour can be adapted and includes pickup and drop-off at your Paris hotel or apartment.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private guide and guide's hotel, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Clients hotel, Food and drinks, Gratuities

Eat your way through Paris and taste the best of Saint Germain on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied! Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like Tapenade and Macarons. But that's not it! This tour is more than just food; it's a cultural experience! In between food stops, you'll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie. Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of the Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Small group tour option available, Local Guide, 10 Food & Drinks Tastings, Vegetarian alternatives

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop off

Private and exclusive experience to discover Giverny & Versailles with a private professional guide. Two of the most popular day trip destinations outside the French capital – Louis XIV's Palace of Versailles and Monet's gardens and house in Giverny. > Private Tour - 9 hours > Exclusive services > Licensed Professional Driver Guide > Skip the line entrances > Admission to Monet's house & gardens > Admission to Versailles Palace and Gardens even when Musical Fountains Show or Musical Gardens > Headsets if necessary > Hotel pick up & drop off

Inclusions: Private Tour, Exclusive services, Licensed Professional Driver Guide, Pick up and drop off from your accommodation / hotels in Paris, Transport by air-conditioned minibus, Skip-the-Line access & Priority admission., Guided visit: Monet's house and gardens & Versailles's palace and gardens

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Join us for a full day visit to the spectacular Chateau of Versailles, the most prestigious and famous royal palace in Europe. Walk the glittering Hall of Mirrors as Kings, Queens and courtiers used to. Explore the lavish state apartments and magnificent gardens, and learn how the glory of the Sun King shone throughout the world. Visit the beautiful gardens, once home to lavish balls and parties. Then experience Versailles as few do, and continue your tour to visit the private domain of Marie Antoinette. On this guided afternoon tour you will discover the exquisite Petit Trianon, her private mansion set in beautiful gardens. See the jewel of Versailles, the tiny theatre built specially for her, and end your visit at her picturesque Normandy village, complete with vineyard, farm and vegetable gardens. Including a visit to the hidden estate of Marie Antoinette is the only way to fully understand the history of Versailles.

Inclusions: Full day guided tour of the Palace & Gardens of Versailles and the Domain of Marie-Antoinette including the Petit Trianon and hamlet, Musical gardens or Fountain show: weekends & selected days April through October, Expert, fully accredited local guides, Ride on the Petit Train to and from the Petit Trianon, Round-trip RER transfer from central Paris, Three course lunch with wine (if option selected)

Exclusions: Hotel pick up/drop off, Gratuities, Lunch (unless option selected)

Leave your map behind and follow me, your English showman, who will take you on exploration of 30+ top Paris’ sights. You will hear about and possibly meet some the legends of one of Europe’s best-loved cities. Included in the tour, we will take in the incredible Eiffel Tower, a lively stroll through old Montmartre where Van Gogh and Pablo Picasso once lived, then upwards to the Sacre-Coeur for the best panoramic view of the City of Light. The show continues down with a view of the Champs élysées and the majestic Arc de Triomphe and not forgetting the Moulin Rouge we will experience a beautiful slice of French culture in the latin quater where you can pick up a snack (not included) from a nearby street market filled with patisseries. After that it's back on the trail. The English have over a 1000 years of experience in annoying the French, so I will be able to give you my personal insight on how to avoid certain embarrassing mis-understandings. Making this a super original experience.

Inclusions: Experienced guide

Exclusions: Day Travel Card called a Mobilis zone 1&2 is worth getting as metro tickets are not included.

Take a 12-hour day trip from Paris to Normandy to visit the D-Day landing beaches, where the end of World War II began at sites such as Omaha Beach. You'll see German bunkers, the Operation Overlord Museum, and Pointe du Hoc, plus visit the Normandy American Cemetery, where 10,000 white crosses stand in perfect rows next to the waters of the English Channel. This tour is limited to eight people to provide a small-group experience with a guide.

Inclusions: Small Group Tour of 8 people maximum, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Driver/guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food

Tread in the footsteps of Marie-Antoinette during this full-day bike ride and tour of Versailles. Travel to the magical hamlet outside of Paris and enjoy ‘skip the line’ access at the 2,000 acre royal domain of French history and culture. Learn about palace life and Marie-Antoinette’s role in the French Revolution as you explore the area and see its famous Hall of Mirrors. Ride through the countryside on a comfortable bike and visit a local market to shop at glorious French food stalls. Round-trip train fares are included.

Inclusions: Local guide, Helmet and bike, All Fees and Taxes, Petit trianon, grand trianon and main palace tickets (skip-the-line), Fun :)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Is there anywhere in Paris a more emblematic and picturesque quarter than Montmartre ? How is it possible to concentrate so many French symbols and food in such a small area ? Follow your passionate local guide and unveil the mysteries of Montmartre during an unforgettable 3 hours food tour on top of the French capital ! • Between le Moulin Rouge and le Sacré Coeur, taste only the best of Montmartre! • You’ll have 8 to 10 stops, both sweet and savory • Small groups tours ensure you the best experience you can get! • Chocolate, pastries, cheese, cured meats and wine on the menu… • During the tour, you will have the opportunity to meet some of the most passionate and talented food artisans of the capital.

Inclusions: Wine tasting, Food tasting such as macarons, cheeses and cured meats, Bottled water, Local guide, Small group tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Fly above the Fontainebleau Forest on a hot-air balloon ride that provides aerial views of the French countryside outside of Paris. During a morning or evening flight, look down on rivers, villages, and the vast forest, which was once the hunting ground of French kings, home to wild boar, deer, and pheasant. The ride takes place either just after sunrise or at the end of the day, when winds are calm and the air is cool and stable. The total adventure is about three hours, including balloon inflation, a 1-hour flight, a traditional toast upon landing, and return to the start point. When booking, you have the option to upgrade to a private tour for just two passengers and a pilot in the basket.

Inclusions: Glass of Champagne, Light refreshments, Driver/pilot, Live commentary on board, Round-trip shared transfer

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off in Paris

This tour will take you to two of the most important locations around Paris: the home of the « Prince of the Impressionists » and the palace of the « Sun King »; Giverny and Versailles represent the Zenith of France’s greatest artistic movements. Renowned for their beautiful gardens and stunning buildings, you will get to see Monet’s iconic Japanese bridge and lilly ponds, Louis XIV’s breathtaking Hall of Mirrors. Lunch at the well known “Moulin de Fourges” is included.

Inclusions: Guided Tour in English inside the Palace of Versailles, Lunch with Drinks, Small-group tour (Groups of 18 or fewer), Guaranteed to skip the long lines

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off