Versailles Private Tour : Horse-riding, Gastronomy & the Palace

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7 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 6 guests
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Chinese, Japanese, English, French, Spanish, Italian
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Discover Versailles like royalty: horse ride through majestic gardens, savor exquisite French cuisine, and explore the opulent Palace. Immerse in luxury on this unforgettable private tour.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

From beginners to experienced riders, we invite you to discover this haven of peace like French Royalty used to: On horseback.


This day trip from Paris is an immersive journey that transports you to the time of Kings and delights your taste buds to experience the Royal Art de Vivre à la française for a day.


Experience the essence of a by-gone era in the presence of unmatched luxury. Like the Kings and Queens, you’ll trot along hunting lanes of the 2000 acres Gardens of Versailles, indulge in the French cuisine classics from Michelin Star Chefs, and discover one of the greatest achievements of French 17th-century architecture: The Palace of Versailles.

What You Get

Lunch
A 3-course a gastronomic lunch, paired with wines or champagne at the renowned restaurant of 21-Michelin stars Chef Alain Ducasse.
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Any personal extra expenses not listed in the Included items.

Good To Know

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

What You’ll Experience

1

Paris

Be greeted by your driver and guide who will pick you up at your location in Paris and take you to the gardens of the Palace of Versailles. 30mins drive - Depending on your location & traffic.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Jardins du Chateau de Versailles

At entrance of the gardens, you will be welcomed by your riding guide and meet your horses - All horses are very kind and are assigned depending on your riding level. Saddle-up and set up for a tour ride through the spectacular gardens of Versailles, up until the Grand Canal (1h15 ride). Suited to both beginners and advanced riders, enjoy an exhilarating ride in the royal Gardens.
1 hour 15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
3

Versailles

After the morning ride within the gardens of Versailles, we invite you to sit for a gastronomic lunch at the renowned restaurant of 21-Michelin stars Chef Alain Ducasse. Enjoy the very finest of gastronomy and elegance, by savor French cuisine classics while overlooking the Cour Royale. The restaurant boasts of the very finest of gastronomy and elegance, where you can savor French cuisine classics while overlooking the Cour Royale and the Cour d’Honneur. In the words of Alain Ducasse himself, it offers "French cuisine with a contemporary touch, but whose inspiration draws from the food served at the time. More than a meal, this is an experience”.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
4

Palace of Versailles

Upon finishing lunch, be greeted by your passionate historian guide for a 1h30 visit of the Palace of Versailles. From the Grand Trianon, to the remarkable collection of paintings and sculptures of the Museum of French History, discover the decadent symbol of elegance, royal power and influence that Versailles represents. Recognized as one of France’s best-known treasures and classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Palace of Versailles is undoubtedly one of the greatest achievements of French 17th-century architecture.
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
5

Paris

After visiting the Palace of Versailles, our driver will be ready to take you back to your location in Paris/near Paris. The driving time is approximately 30mins, depending on traffic.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

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Pickup Details
Your day begins at 9 a.m. with a personalized pick-up from your hotel's reception by your knowledgeable guide and experienced driver, whisking you away on a 40-minute drive to Versailles.

Cancellation Policy

All bookings are final. Once the host confirms the experience, cancellations by the guest will incur a 100% charge.

What People Are Saying
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Wonderful and worth it!
November 23, 2024
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Every part of this experience was fabulous. Man on was the main guide and coordinator, and she was great! Lunch at the Michelin-starred restaurant with views of the Gardens was relaxing and delicio...read more

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Highly Recommended Phenomenal VIP Luxury Tour Experience
May 20, 2024
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Our experience with Nomad Riders was exceptional. From the first email communication to the return at our hotel lobby in Paris at the end of our tour, we were met with nothing but stellar professio...read more

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Day Trip to Versailles
April 14, 2024
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Rita was so great and patient :) Overall trip was stunning, it was personalised to my needs and my family really enjoyed it as well. Ana my riding guide was also an amazing instructor! I had so muc...read more

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Worth every penny
April 10, 2024
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It was an extremely well curated experience. It was worth every penny. The host is extremely professional. The horse tour was very pleasant; my friend who was a complete beginner did just fine. The...read more

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Amazing and unforgettable experience!
April 06, 2024
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Amazing family experience! I went with my daughter who loves horses and is learning to ride, we lived a wonderful adventure. The food was delicious very gourmet, the visit to Versallies very inter...read more

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