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Welcome to "the true home of the Kings," said Napoleon of Fontainebleau Palace, a magical place to discover! You’ll arrive near the Chateau’s incredible gardens, and then proceed to visit the Palace, taking in all its treasured nooks and famous anecdotes. Our minibus will then take us to have lunch in the forest of Fontainebleau, whose enchanting rocks hold numerous legends. The day will continue with the visit to Barbizon, a village known for Impressionist painters who lived there. Finally, before returning to Paris, discover a truly extraordinary treasure: a sea of sand within the forest of Fontainebleau. -
Take a day trip by private minibus or train to the glitzy Chantilly estate, with collection from and drop off at your hotel. First, you will visit the magnificent castle with your expert guide, its treasures and extensive collections. The private apartments of the Duke and Duchess of Aumale can also be shown on request. Then, we will cross the extensive grounds, (electric car on option) and have lunch in the charming restaurant housed in the 18th century mill. Next, we will visit the Museum of the Horse, located in the Prince de Condé’s beautiful stables, before watching an equestrian show. -
The tour will walk the streets of Maintenon city to discover, first the local church, before heading for the chateau. It is mostly dedicated to the memory of Madame de Maintenon, Louis the 14th second wife, with furniture, portraits and unique artefacts from that period. Other parts of the chateau were built and decored in the 18th and 19th century, including a splendid gallery, offering more beautiful doscoveries. The superb garden at the back surrounded with water, allows a privileged view over the impressive aqueduct at the back. -
The enchanting abbey of Chaalis offers a fantastic trip back into the history ot one of the greatest and renown abbeys in the country. The domain includes a large park, the ruins of the old abbey church, a superb chapel, fantastic 14th century frescoes, a beautiful rose garden and the Jacquemart André museum installed in the 18th century abbey church, which brings together works from different eras, with invaluable art works.
