What to do and see in Fontainebleau, Ile-de-France: The Best Tours

October 10, 2021 Rosalyn Ihle

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1. Private Day Trip to Palace of Fontainebleau and Barbizon

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On a private day trip to Fontainebleau, and Barbizon from Paris, you will have the chance to see Fontainebleau, the French royal palace named "Second Rome" before the days of Versailles. Visit the charming French village of Barbizon, where the pre-impressionists will paint the neighborhood and the woods in the mid 1800's. Immerse yourself in the bucolic French couuntryside.  Lunch break in the village of Barbizon.  Hotel transport by private vehicle, tolls, insurance, and entrance fees to the castle are included.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Live commentary on board, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By Mexicobaby40

Marie was great to work with! TripAdvisor messed up the pricing, but Marie agreed to still do the tour at a discounted rate. The day before, she emailed to let us know that she was sick, but that she secured a replacement guide for us that did a great job. Very happy!

2. Private Full-Day Trip to Fontainebleau and Barbizon

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Set out from Paris in the morning and discover two of the region’s most beautiful landmarks: the Palace of Fontainebleau (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), and the charming village of Barbizon, home to the -Barbizon School,' a group of influential 19th-century painters. This private, 11-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off directly at your Paris accommodation, and will see you travel in a comfortable, private vehicle.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Private driver, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By C95BElynnh

Had a wonderful, easy, very pleasant trip into to Paris from CDG. Communication (English) was flawless. Prompt. Clear. Don’t hesitate to book!

3. Fontainebleau Half Day Private Guided Tour from Paris

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- 5 hour Fontainebleau private guided tour from Paris - Skip the line entrance tickets included for the castle - English speaking licensed tour guide speaking to you inside the castle (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 : 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

Reviewed By tjdotson

My husband and I were on a short trip to Paris for his work. On the day he had mostly off, we had Frederic drive us to Bruges since we had never been to Belgium and the pictures looked amazing. After a very comfortable ride there, Frederic started a walking tour with us in the morning and we quickly realized the pictures did not do this quaint city justice! We felt like Disney had created this perfect little town for people to see. Frederic walked us around before we stopped for lunch together. He was going to leave us to dine alone but we asked him to join us because we enjoyed his company so much and we wanted to hear more about the city. After lunch, he gave us the option of having him continue to walk us around or we could explore on our own. We chose to explore on our own since we felt he had given us such a good overview that morning. We had plans to tour the Chocolate Museum but when we arrived, it was closed due to the time of year. We actually didn't mind much and we just spent the day wandering the beautiful streets around the canals and stopping for hot chocolate and waffles. I would highly suggest a visit to Bruges to feel like you have stepped back in time. Speaking of time, we toured in January and lucked out that it wasn't extremely cold. The crowds were very low so it was easy to wander the streets and sometimes we found ourselves the only ones exploring the small alleyways. I would definitely return to Bruges one day and would highly suggest taking this tour especially if it is your first visit or if you have very limited time in the city.

4. 45-Min Helicopter Tour around Paris

Aérodrome de Toussus le Noble, 78117 Toussus-le-Noble, France Wingly Sightseeing Flight
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Go on an unforgettable adventure and discover the beauty of Paris in the most unique way...from a private micro plane! You’ll see stunning views of the Eiffel Tower, Chateau de Versailles...and many more for you to discover with a local pilot! Your pilot is key to this adventure. They are sharing the flights' direct cost, not making a profit. They just love to fly and want you to understand their passion for aviation. So be sure to meet your pilot directly at Toussus le Noble airfield. ++Confirm weather conditions with your pilot before++ --> Access a local airfield --> Discuss the flight route together with your pilot --> Pre-flight check --> Up you go, enjoy the view from a whole new perspective! The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot, aircraft, and weather. Please let us know your flexible hours/days upon booking, and make sure that you've been in touch with us beforehand!

Inclusions: 45-Min Private Sightseeing Flight, Access a private and exclusive airclub, Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special, Pilot Headset

Exclusions: Transportation to/from the airfield

Reviewed By 915mitchellk

19 hours before the flight it got canceled by email without any explanation... Very bad service!! Not possible to make contact with the organisation either.

5. Fontainebleau Day Trip from Paris with a Local: Private & Personalized

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Escape Paris with your host and venture to the fairytale town of Fontainebleau where you will discover the favorite residence of French royalty for over 700 years, Château de Fontainebleau. Be dazzled by Marie Antoinette’s lavish Turkish boudoir and Napoleon’s theatre, stroll through the manicured grounds and wander the forest before heading to the charming neighboring town for lunch and to browse its open air market. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalized experience, 8 hours with a host, Return transport from Paris , Entry to the Fontainebleau Castle, Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Your food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions other than Fontainebleau Castle, Transportation costs (additional to the ones included in the experience), Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By vero_barcia08

The neighbourhood of La Marais is absolutely charming and Beatriz has been an awesome tour guide. You get to talk to the company and thell them your interests so they pair you up with the most suitable guide. And Beatriz was the best! Amazing food, interesting conversations and a lovely afternoon spent in Paris.

6. Discover Paris and its castles from the sky

Aérodrome de Toussus-le-Noble, Aérodrome, 78117 Toussus-le-Noble, France Wingly Sightseeing Flight
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Go on an unforgettable adventure and discover the beauty of Paris in the most unique way... from a private plane! You’ll see stunning views of the river Seine, castles around Paris..and many more for you to discover with your pilot! Your pilot is key to this adventure. They are sharing the flights' direct cost, not making a profit. They just love to fly and want you to understand their passion for aviation. So be sure to meet your pilot directly at the airfield provided, as there are several private airfields around. ++Confirm weather conditions with your pilot before++ --> Access a local airfield --> Discuss the flight route together with your pilot --> Pre-flight check --> Up you go, enjoy the view from a whole new perspective! The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot, aircraft, and weather. Please let us know your flexible hours/days upon booking, and make sure that you've been in touch with us beforehand!

Inclusions: Access a private and exclusive airclub around Paris, Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special, 1.5 Hour Private Sightseeing Flight, Pilot Headset

Exclusions: Transportation to/from the activity

Reviewed By 915mitchellk

19 hours before the flight it got canceled by email without any explanation... Very bad service!! Not possible to make contact with the organisation either.

7. Electric All Terrain Scooter In Forest Of Fontainebleau

Stade de La Faisanderie, 77300 Fontainebleau, France TOUS EN TROTT
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The new activity in nature. ALL IN TROTT offers hiking in electric scooters in the forest of Fontainebleau and its region. Come experience new sensations with our electric all-terrain scooters. Accessible to all friends or family, from 8 years and 1.20 m, just know how to ride a bike. After a few minutes of taking in hand, go rediscover the exceptional sites of the forest of Fontainebleau as the Tower Denecourt, the Cross of Calvary, the gorges of Appremont, Barbizon, etc ....

Inclusions: Electric scooter, helmet

Exclusions: Sneakers, Gloves

8. Fontainebleau and Vaux-Le-Vicomte Castle Small-Group Day Trip From Paris

Le Départ Saint-Michel, 1 Place Saint-Michel, 75005 Paris, France Blue Fox Travel - Blue Bike Tours
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Discover two of the most beautiful and historically interesting Chateaux in the Paris region on this small group day trip. You’ll visit the lovely Chateau and gardens of Vaux-le-Vicomte, where the “jardin à la francaise” was born and then explore the regal splendor of Fontainebleau where more than seven centuries of kings and emperors lived and created history.

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

Exclusions: Food, Gratuities

Reviewed By Pjrour995

the guide very well known as locals, we walked to the village of Marie Antoinette, we saw the lyon I absolutely enjoyed my time.

9. Fontainebleau Forest Half Day Hot-Air Balloon Ride with Chateau de Fontainebleau

Avenue de Maintenon, 77300 Fontainebleau, France France Montgolfieres
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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

Reviewed By alexdX5658QO

We booked a trip for a Montgolfière trip over Chenonceau and the Cher. GETYOURGIDE mentions that the maximum of participants is 10 persons for each ride. Upon arrival to our surprise we were 14... our surprise grew when hearing that we had to embark in two Jeeps to go to the departure ( 7+the driver per car ! = packed one against another ) When mentioning that this didn’t respect current measures for Covid, we got the answer that also in the gondola we would be stuffed one against another as well. And that therefor we had to wear a mask as desinfect our hands. Unsure if the montgolfière had been desinfected ( we could’nt see anyone doing this, the cars weren’t in any case . When telling that GETYOURGUIDE mentioned that the trips were limited to 10 participants, Mister France Montgolfière told us not without arrogance that the could write what they wanted but that it was not the problem of France Montgolfière ...When asking if we could take our own car for transfert ; that was impossible. Common sense would limit the number to 8 participants and foresee a transfer in mini-bus. We have been following strict hygienic rules by keeping distance at all times : the lack from the side of France Montgolfières is unacceptable and we didn’t want to participate under these circumstances. We asked full refund from Getyourguide... and we are fully entitled to get one.

10. 1-Hour Sightseeing Flight around Paris

Meaux Esbly Airport, 77450 Isles-lès-Villenoy, France Wingly Sightseeing Flight
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Go on an unforgettable adventure and discover the beauty of castles around Paris in the most unique way...from a private micro plane! You’ll see stunning views of Château de Versailles, Château de Fontainebleau...and many more for you to discover with a local pilot! Your pilot is key to this adventure. They are sharing the flights' direct cost, not making a profit. They just love to fly and want you to understand their passion for aviation. So be sure to meet your pilot directly at the airfield provided, as there are several private airfields around. ++Confirm weather conditions with your pilot before++ --> Access a local airfield --> Discuss the flight route together with your pilot --> Pre-flight check --> Up you go, enjoy the view from a whole new perspective! The flight can depart between 9-17h, depending on the availability of the pilot, aircraft, and weather. Please let us know your flexible hours/days upon booking, and make sure that you've been in touch with us beforehand!

Inclusions: Access a private and exclusive airclub around Paris, Discuss the route with your pilot, make it special, 1Hour Private Sightseeing Flight, Pilot Headset

Exclusions: Transportation to/from the activity, Food & Drinks

Reviewed By 915mitchellk

19 hours before the flight it got canceled by email without any explanation... Very bad service!! Not possible to make contact with the organisation either.

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