From Honfleur Versailles Palace & Gardens Private Shore Excursion
Description Summary
Highlights
- ✓Explore the opulent rooms of Versailles
- ✓Wander through the expansive gardens
- ✓Admire the grandeur of the Hall of Mirrors
- ✓Capture stunning photos of the palace
- ✓Relax in the serene garden landscapes
Description
Private Versailles Escape from Honfleur
Experience the Palace of Versailles in comfort and style on a private shore excursion crafted especially for cruise guests docking in Honfleur. Travel in a premium, air‑conditioned vehicle with your own English‑speaking driver or driver‑guide, and enjoy a flexible day with your small group of up to eight travelers.
Inside the Royal Palace
Step inside the royal apartments and Hall of Mirrors, where ornate ceilings, glittering chandeliers, and lavish décor reveal the daily life and ceremony of French kings and queens. Then wander at your own pace through the vast formal gardens, with their grand avenues, fountains, and manicured parterres designed to impress every visitor.
Timed Entrance, Tailor Your Day
Pre‑booked Versailles tickets mean you have a timed entrance that allows you to spend more time exploring, with a live guide enriching your visit as you go. Your transfer is fully customizable, so you can choose how long to spend in the palace, the gardens, or quieter corners like the Trianon estate, tailoring the day to your interests.
Cruise‑Friendly Comfort and Convenience
With round‑trip pickup and drop‑off directly at the Honfleur Cruise Ship Terminal, all logistics are taken care of from start to finish. You simply relax, enjoy the scenic drive, and immerse yourself in a day that blends royal history, iconic architecture, and the sheer beauty of one of France’s most celebrated landmarks.
Included / Excluded
- ✓Pick up and drop off at Honfleur Cruise Terminal
- ✓Services of English speaking driver/guide
- ✓Private tour limited to 8 persons
- ✓Transportation in Premium A/C vehicle
- ✓Timed Passport ticket included
- ✗Meals, drinks (lunch)
- ✗Personal travel insurance and expenses
- ✗Gratuities for the driver/guide
Itinerary
Private Versailles Full Day Shore Excursion from Honfleur
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Pickup at Honfleur Cruise Port
Step off your ship in Honfleur and meet your English‑speaking driver at the cruise terminal exit, ready to whisk you away in a premium air‑conditioned vehicle. Enjoy a relaxed drive through the Norman countryside as your guide sets the scene for your royal day at Versailles.
- 2
Visit the Palace of Versailles
Arrive at Versailles and head straight inside with your pre‑booked tickets, avoiding long lines so you can make the most of your time. Explore the glittering State Apartments and Hall of Mirrors, learning how French kings and queens once lived, entertained, and ruled in this spectacular palace.
1h 30m
- 3
Free time for lunch and personal discovery
After your palace visit, enjoy free time to have lunch at your own pace in or around the estate, choosing from cafés and restaurants nearby. Then wander the formal gardens and shaded paths as you wish, pausing for photos, fountains, or a quiet moment by the Grand Canal.
4h 30m
- 4
Return to Honfleur Cruise Port
In the afternoon, rejoin your driver at the agreed meeting point and relax on the journey back to Honfleur. You’ll be dropped at the cruise port in good time for re‑embarkation, with a camera full of photos and a head full of Versailles memories.
Start / End Locations
Commentary
Audio • Language: en
Important Information
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
Know Before You Go
- Driver will be waiting for you at Cruise Ship terminal exit with a sign
- Small group, personalized experience
- 10 hour Private Versailles Tour from Honfleur
- Verseilles Palace is closed on Mondays
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours
Cancellation Notes: 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
Options and Pricing
| 2 participants minimum - Total price | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €1,720.00 | €1,560.00 |
| 3 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €595.00 | €540.00 |
| 4 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €460.00 | €419.00 |
| 5 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €380.00 | €347.00 |
| 6 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €325.00 | €299.00 |
| 7 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €290.00 | €264.00 |
| 8 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €260.00 | €233.00 |
Terms and Conditions
Refund Policy: You must notify us at least 48 hours in advance if your ship cannot dock (due to weather or port changes) to qualify for a refund. No refund will be made in case you have not contacted us and the boat is unable to dock in the port of Call.
All our terms and conditions can be found here: https://www.ophorus.com/terms-sales
All private shore excursions must clearly specify the name of the ship and the local port of call. Ophorus will not be held responsible if the wrong port of call has been notified during reservation process. Each customer has to check that he or she has the appropriate documents for their journey; a passport (with visa if necessary) or a valid ID card.
No refund will be granted in case of lack or loss of ID documents. Eating, drinking and smoking on board the minivans is strictly forbidden (law of September, 17th, 1977). All passengers are insured during the excursions while in the vans. The responsibility of Ophorus is limited to our insurance contract clauses.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Additional Information
Voucher Information
Please note: This tour is timed to your ship’s schedule. Your guide will meet you just outside the cruise terminal after disembarkation holding a sign with your name. In case of any last‑minute changes by the cruise line, please check your ship’s daily program and contact us as soon as possible so we can adjust timings accordingly.
Group Information
We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to larger groups. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: https://ophorus.com/contact-us