Things to do in Val-d'Oise, Ile-de-France: The Best Cultural Tours

Explore the bohemian Montmartre neighborhood in Paris and uncover a the energy that typifies all things quintessentially Parisian. From cafés and art to Picasso and Sacre Coeur, and finally to the last remaining vineyard in Paris, you will dive into one of Paris' most beloved neighborhoods. You may remember that the beloved film Amelie takes place in Montmartre, and you'll visit the cafe she frequented as well.

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional art historian guide, Private tour, Hotel pickup (guide only)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks (you may certainly opt to stop for refreshments at one of the local cafes), Transportation to/from attractions

- 5 hour Auvers sur Oise Van Gogh private guided tour from Paris - Skip the line entrance tickets included for Van Gogh's room - English speaking licensed tour guide speaking to you personally (this is NOT a tour with audioguides) - Other languages available on request for this tour - pick up and drop off at your accommodation in Paris - transportation in a luxury van This tour is not available : Mondays, Tuesdays, May 1st, Dec 25th & Jan 1st

Inclusions: Pickup and drop-off from your Paris hotel, Private licensed tour guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Driver/guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Private day trip to discover Giverny & Auvers sur Oise with a professional guide. An exclusive experience to walk in the footsteps of two of the world's most iconic painters, Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh. With your private guide, visit Claude Monet's House and Gardens to see where he lived and painted, including his water lily pond, and then learn about Van Gogh's inspiration and history as you see subjects from his paintings, the room where he spent the end of his life, and his grave.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Exclusives Services, Licensed Professional Driver Guide, Skip-the-Line access & Priority admission., Transport by air-conditioned minibus, Pick up and drop off from your accommodation / hotels in Paris

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Enjoy a full day private tour with an art historian visiting 2 key landmarks related to 2 of the most influential artists of the 19th century;  Claude Monet and Vincent Van Gogh. One lived more than 40 years in Giverny and the other one lived the 3 last months and the most prolific of his career at Auvers sur OIse. The tour includes hotel pick up and skip the line tickets to Monet's house at Giverny and at the auberge where Van Gogh lived.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Headsets to hear the guide clearly, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Take this tour and explore the one of the largest castle in France, Château de Chambord, a French Renaissance architecture, built by a plan of Leonardo da Vinci and visit his last three years official residence, the beautiful castle in Amboise, Clos Lucé or Château de Cloux. Château de Chambord is the largest castle in Loire Valley and was constructed by  King Francis I of France (1515-1547) to serve as a hunting lodge. Clos Lucé is now a museum and reflects the prestigious history of the region and includes 40 models of the various machines designed by Leonardo. The museum also includes a copy of the Mona Lisa. You may also enjoy his beautiful park and Leonardo's Garden.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Entrance Fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Take this tour and explore the island  Le Mont-Saint-Michel(a UNESCO Heritage). The island has fortifications since ancient times and since the 8th century AD has been the seat of the monastery. Between the fifth to the eighth century, Mont Saint-Michel belonged to the territory of Neustria and remained unconquered during the Hundred Years' War and the King Louis XI turned it into a prison. The legend says that the archangel Michael appeared in 708 to Aubert of Avranches, the bishop of Avranches, and instructed him to build a church on the rocky island.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Transport by car or minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Discover Paris from the inside of our mythic and legendary citroën 2CV. Lean back and enjoy the ride while your private Parisian guide/driver shows you around his city. From the most famous and iconic landmarks to less known but intimate and charming areas of the capital. French classic music will echo throughout your ears and fill the car creating and incredible ambience which will adapt accordingly to the district and history around you. Furthermore, we want to share our vision and passion for Paris. Your chauffeur/Guide will pick you up directly from your hotel, apartment or any location inside the walls of Paris for that matter. Just let us know where you are. At the end of the tour, we can as easily drop you off in one the floral gardens, perhaps a museum or why not indulge the numerous suggestions of your local guide ? The traditional French restaurant or the rooftop with a breathtaking view ? Maybe both ! We adapt Paris to you and together we create memories

Inclusions: Private Parisian guide

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Walk in the footsteps of two amazing artists: Claude Monet and Vincent Van Gogh on this small group day trip from Paris. Discover the unparallelled beauty in the Clos Normand and Japanese Water gardens of Claude Monet, in Giverny. You’ll feel as though you’ve stepped into one of his Impressionist paintings as you walk among the willow trees and cross the little green bridge over his pond of water lilies. Then you’ll explore inside of his colorful family home.

Inclusions: Small-group tour : 8 people max, Return transport from Paris by A/C minivan, Driver/guide, All entrance fees

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food

Small group day trip to discover Giverny & Auvers sur Oise with a professional guide. An exclusive experience to walk in the footsteps of two of the world's most iconic painters, Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh. With your private guide, visit Claude Monet's House and Gardens to see where he lived and painted, including his water lily pond, and then learn about Van Gogh's inspiration and history as you see subjects from his paintings, the room where he spent the end of his life, and his grave.

Inclusions: Small Group Tour, Skip-the-Line access & Priority admission., Pick up and drop off from your accommodation / hotels in Paris, Exclusive services, Licensed Professional Driver Guide, Transport by air-conditioned minibus

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Discover two of France's most popular destinations outside Paris—Versailles and Giverny—with private transportation, providing a hassle-free way to visit a UNESCO World Heritage site and a French historic monument in one day. Enjoy the insights of a private guide as you explore both attractions, admiring the lavishness of Versailles' interior state rooms and exterior gardens and soaking up the pastoral atmosphere of Claude Monet's former home. On the way back to Paris, enjoy a scenic drive through the French countryside.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Headset to hear the guide clearly, Professional art historian guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities