Giverny and Monet's Garden Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Giverny and Monet's Garden Tour

Duration: 9 hours
Destination: France, Île-de-France, Paris
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  • 9 hours
  • Paris
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

To begin your Giverny and Monet's Garden Bike Tour you will travel from Paris to the quaint town of Vernon, located in Normandy. On the way, you will pass beautiful wheat and sunflower fields, far from the hustle and bustle of Paris.

We will make our first stop at the open-air market in Vernon. Here, you can enjoy an array of local specialties, such as cider, and organize your picnic basket for the perfect riverside lunch.

We will then pick up our bikes and enjoy an effortless cruise from Giverny to Monet's famed-estate. We'll stop along the Seine river for a picnic lunch next to a picturesque mill, all while appreciating in breathtaking views of the French countryside.

You will have plenty of time to explore Monet's gardens and home in Giverny, and then we will enjoy a leisurely ride back to Vernon before returning to Paris.
Round trip transportation to and from central Paris makes this day trip to these special gardens a breeze!

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Fat Tire Tours Paris, 24 Rue Edgar Faure, 75015 Paris, France

Meet here to connect with your guide and board the bus to Giverny.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Fondation Claude Monet, 84 Rue Claude Monet, 27620 Giverny France

It will then be time for your relaxing 5 kilometer (3 miles) ride down the bike path to the village of Giverny and the world-famous gardens of Claude Monet. Cruise past the Giverny church and its cemetery containing graves of local citizens dating back to the 17th century, British soldiers from World War II and even Monet himself buried within his family's vault. You will pass the Hotel Baudy, where Impressionists Manet and Renoir used to paint.

Shortly you will arrive at the highlight of the day - Monet's Garden

Spend about 1.5 hours enjoying Monet's gardens, his house and the famous water lily pond where some of his most famous works originated. Be sure to bring your camera and plenty of film! Additionally, the village of Giverny offers you the American Museum of Art (across the street from Monet's Gardens), numerous cafes and small streets begging to be explored.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: House of Claude Monet, 84 Rue Claude Monet, 27620 Giverny, France

Skip-the-line entry into the gardens

Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Restaurant Baudy (Ancien Hôtel Baudy), Upper Normandy, 81 Rue Claude Monet, 27620 Giverny, France

See the Hotel Baudy from the outside; can stop for a drink

Stop At: Seine River, 75001 Paris France

Once in Vernon visit the charming farmers' market to buy picnic supplies. You'll then hop on your bike and pedal across the river to a beautiful park along the banks of the Seine for lunch. At lunch you can also sample the local's favorite drink: cidre.

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Use of bicycle (if you select bike tour option)
  • Use of helmet
  • Roundtrip transfer to and from Paris
  • Entry/Admission - House of Claude Monet
  • Entry/Admission - Fondation Claude Monet

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Food and drinks
  • Rain gear is available at a fee of 2EUR paid direct
  • There is no age minimum or maximum - this tour is suitable for everyone as long as you can ride a bike!
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • If a children's bike is required, you must advise at time of booking.
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

24 Rue Edgar Faure, 75015 Paris, France


Departure Time

09:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

9 hours


User's Reviews

labarajas12

11 Mar, 2024

We used La Vacanza Travel. The tour started in Paris. Included Monet's Garden and Versailles. With lunch included at a really nice restaurant after Monet's gardens. Our tour person did a fantastic job. She had so much information to share about Monet's Gardens and Versailles. She kept our group together. I would highly recommend this tour. I hope you get a tour guide as good as ours. I wish I could remember her name.

xtine888

09 Sep, 2023

The best experience! Dave and OJ were very professional and knowledgeable. I learned a lot from this tour and there was not a dull moment. Loved it! Highly recommended.

mbangert17

06 Sep, 2023

I was on the Giverny (Monet's House) tour today and it was fantastic! From the market to get our food, to a picnic in an unbeatable setting, to getting to see and learn all about Monet, it was a perfect day. Made better by the witty, and intelligent commentary provided by tour guides Oj and Dave. They kept us safe while biking, explained clearly what we were going to be experiencing that day, and really brought everything to life. I highly recommend this tour and thanks to Oj and Dave for a spectacular day!

GregF910

18 Aug, 2023

First of all, you need to know that when you book with this company, you are supporting a strong charitable effort that the do. So do yourself a favor and google them to see the details. Second, the guides are nice fellows who know enough about Claude Monet to at least whet your appetite to learn more. The drive is about 90 minutes from Paris in a bus that is quite comfortable. Ask for a helmet. They are not offered but they are available. There are many I experienced riders who have no concept of safety. We had a woman on our tour who had a nasty crash and injuries would have been lessened by a helmet. Watch your distance from others. It’s like driving in NYC. There will be at least one moron with your tour. Steer clear. The market is quite small where you will shop your lunch. There is a steep bridge that must be navigated in Vernon that has quite a lot of traffic. There are busy intersections where you want to take great care in crossing. Then the trail flattens out and it is a peaceful and pleasant ride into Giverny. The village is quite lovely. The gardens and house are extremely crowded, even during August, so be prepared. I am convinced that Monet painted the Pont Japonais over and over so he could see it without tourists! The bicycles have no mirrors, so again, be cautious. The baskets attach to the side of the bike and if you have size 12 feet, the basket needs to be attached as far back on the frame as possible. In summary, safety must be your responsibility. The tour itself is quite beautiful. Your picnic is in a lovely place by the Seine. Enjoy!!!

ralphk864

17 Aug, 2023

I enjoyed every aspect of the tour, even the bus ride down the freeway. The short time in Vernon was interesting because it got me out of the Paris sphere and to see the normal France. The cycling was fun. Then Monet’s house and garden were superb. The only spoiler we’re the other tourists. There were just too many especially at the water lilies.

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