Cruise Excursion from Rouen to Versailles Palace (private)

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Highlights

  • Discover the Stunning Palace of Versailles

  • Visit the Palace & Gardens of Versailles

  • Book your tickets to Versailles directly through us!

  • Transfer can be customized to suit your interests

Summary

From Rouen Port of Call, private shore excursion to visit Versailles Palace & Gardens. Visit inside the Palace to admire the Hall of Mirrors, King's bedroom & apartments, theater. Tickets can be purchased during booking process!

Tour info

Duration
9 hours
Group Size
8
Pricing (From)
Travelers: (18-99 years)
€1,500.00
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Why take this tour?

Departing from Rouen Cruise Port, this Normandy full day private shore excursion will take you to the breathtaking Versailles Palace.

First we will come and pick you up at your Cruise Ship in Rouen. 

Your driver will be waiting for you outside the terminal with a sign bearing the lead travelers name. You will then be taken to your A/C minivan where it will be time for presentations and a recap of your Versailles full day trip to come.

Your drive to Versailles from Rouen port of call is about 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Of course it will be possible to stop on the way for a small break.

Program & Itinerary :

Pick up at Your Ship in Rouen Cruise Port

Enjoy the Drive to Versailles
Visit of Versailles Palace and Gardens

Return to Ship in Rouen

Reach Versailles after your driving time. 

Listed as a UNESCO world heritage site since 1979, the Palace of Versailles is one of the finest architectural treasures of France. Residence of the French Monarchy from Louis XIV (the Sun King) to Louis XVI, the Chateau de Versailles has been transformed over the centuries from a small hunting lodge built by Louis XIII to one of the most extravagant palaces wanted by his son Louis XIV.

Upon arrival you will be taken by your guide to the entrance where your tour of Versailles Palace will begin. Please note that we do not include any tickets on the day of the tour. You must purchase your entrance tickets during the booking process as there are many different options of visit available.

Depending on the tickets that you will have bought, your tour will include the visit of the main features of the Palace such as the Hall of Mirrors and the Petit Trianon building (a favored of Marie Antoinette) or you can purchase tickets that will allow a more in depth visit including guided tours to the King’s and the Queen’s State Apartments.If you are uncertain of which ticket to purchase don’t hesitate to contact us and one of our travel advisers will be happy to suggest the best possible option. You can also take a look at our FAQ section of this tour where information on tickets is also available.

After the visit, return to Rouen port of call and drop off at your ship. This private tour can accommodate a maximum of 8 persons per minivan. The tour can be fully customized depending on your wishes. If you would like to add a visit that is missing from this description, do not hesitate to let us know!

Our other shore excursions

We also organize tours from Le Havre Port of Call and other important sites from Rouen include skip the line tickets to Claude Monet’s house and gardens visit where you will see the Japanese Bridge and the water lilies. We also conduct guided walking tours of the City of Rouen where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake.

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What’s included?

  • Pick up and drop off at Cruise Ship Terminal

  • Services of English speaking driver or driver/guide

  • Small Group Private tour limited to 8 persons

  • Transportation in Premium A/C vehicle

  • Entrance fees to monuments, museums or attractions

  • Meals, drinks unless mentioned in the program

  • Personal travel insurance and expenses

Things to know

Before you book

  • Minimum number of 2 participants applies.

  • Extras can be pre-paid during booking process

  • Price is per group, not per person.

  • English speaking tour, other languages on request.

  • Worry free shore Excursion, guaranteed return to Ship

Before you go

  • Driver will be waiting for you at Cruise Ship terminal exit with a sign

  • Small group, personalized experience

  • 9 hour Private Versailles Tour from Rouen

  • Verseilles Palace is closed on Mondays

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
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About operator:

Ophorus Tours is both a licensed Tour Operator, member of Atout France and ETOA, and a Transportation company with headquarters in Bordeaux. We operate since 2005 and conduct Walking Tours, Day Trips, Private Tours, Shore Excursions and multi-regional Tours throughout France. 

Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world. 

Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...

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