Giverny Half-Day Small-Group Tour from Paris – Max 7 Guests

Versailles, Paris



Explore Claude Monet’s House & Gardens in Giverny on a guided half-day small-group tour from Paris (max 7 guests). Travel by Mercedes with optional hotel pick up included.

This small-group half-day guided tour from Paris visits Claude Monet’s House and Gardens in Giverny, ideal for art lovers and families.

Highlights

  • Small-group half-day guided tour from Paris (maximum 7 guests)
  • Travel by Mercedes or VW minivan with adjustable seats, hotel pick-up available
  • Visit Claude Monet’s House & Gardens with the iconic water lily pond
  • Free time for lunch and to explore Giverny village
  • Tiered pricing: per-person rate decreases with larger group size

Description

Departure is at 08:00 from Paris, either from Opéra Garnier or your hotel if the pick-up option is booked. An English-speaking guide provides insights on Claude Monet, Impressionism, and French art history during the 70 km (about 1.5 hours) drive through the Normandy countryside.

From 09:15 to 11:00, explore Monet’s house, preserved as it was during his lifetime, including his personal studio and flower gardens. See the famous water lily pond and Japanese bridge while learning about Monet’s late works and their impact on modern painting.

From 11:00 to 12:00, enjoy free time to stroll through Giverny village, known for its flowered streets, art galleries, and cafés. You may choose to visit the Museum of Impressionism Giverny, which displays works by Monet and other Impressionist painters.

From 12:00 to 13:00, take a lunch break at one of the village’s restaurants or cafés. Your guide can recommend local Normandy cuisine. After lunch, the tour returns to Paris with an optional 15-minute stop at Versailles. Arrival back in Paris is around 14:30 at Opéra Garnier or your hotel if booked.

Includes

  • Transport by Mercedes or VW minivan
  • Live English-speaking guide for the entire trip
  • Entrance tickets to Claude Monet's House & Gardens
  • Two hours of free time in Giverny
  • All fees and taxes included
  • Bottled water

Excludes

  • Lunch

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 3 days in advance for a full refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is this tour private? No, it is a small-group tour limited to 7 guests.
  • Is the tour guided? Yes, an English-speaking guide leads the entire tour.
  • What is included? Hotel pick-up, transport, and entry to Monet’s House & Gardens.
  • How long is the tour? Approximately 6 hours, including pick-up and drop-off.
  • Is lunch included? No, lunch is at your own expense during free time in Giverny.
  • What vehicle is used? A comfortable Mercedes or VW minivan depending on group size.
  • How does tiered pricing work? The per-person rate decreases as the group size increases, starting from two participants.
  • Is this tour family-friendly? Yes, it suits families, couples, and art enthusiasts.
  • How much free time is there in Giverny? Approximately two hours for village exploration, lunch, or museum visits.

For the best experience, book in advance to secure your preferred date and arrange hotel pick-up if needed. Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking through gardens and the village. Morning departures avoid afternoon crowds in Giverny.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes guided visits to Claude Monet’s House and Gardens, transportation by Mercedes or VW minivan, and hotel pick-up in Paris if selected.
The small-group tour accommodates a maximum of 7 guests to ensure a personalized experience.
The tour departs from Paris at 08:00, either from Opéra Garnier or your hotel if you choose the pick-up option.
Yes, the tour includes free time to have lunch and explore the village of Giverny independently.
Yes, hotel pick-up in Paris is available if you select this option when booking the tour.
Yes, the Mercedes or VW minivan used for the tour has adjustable seats for passenger comfort.
The tour lasts approximately half a day, with departure around 08:00 and return to Paris by early afternoon.
Yes, the main highlight of the tour is visiting Claude Monet’s House and Gardens, including the famous water lily pond.
Yes, the tour is ideal for art lovers and families interested in Monet’s life and gardens.
Yes, there is tiered pricing where the per-person rate decreases with a larger group size.

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