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title: Giverny Small-Group Minivan with Hotel Pickup or Meeting Point
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type: tour
city: Paris
country: France
price: 135
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.67
reviews: 762
duration_minutes: 300
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Western Paris hotel pickup
rank_in_category: 61 of 63 (Day Trips)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-10-12
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# Giverny Small-Group Minivan with Hotel Pickup or Meeting Point

**Guidekin's take:** The minivan Giverny run with hotel pickup, capped small. The door-to-door version for travelers who want zero logistics.

In our comparison: #61 of 63 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Your driver will pick you up at your hotel or at a designated meeting point in Paris. Hotel pickup is available only in the western arrondissements, If your accommodation is outside these areas, a meeting point near the Eiffel Tower will be provided after booking.
You’ll travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan 8 to the picturesque village of Giverny, where Claude Monet lived and painted many of his masterpieces.
Upon arrival, your driver-guide will give a 20-minute introduction about Monet’s life, his gardens, and the must-see highlights. Then, enjoy free time to explore the house, gardens, and village at your own pace.

Giverny — 3 Possible Options

1/ 8am: 2–2.5h in Giverny, 5–5.5h total.
2/ Afternoon: 2.5–3h on site, 5.5–6h total.
3/ 2pm: 2h on site, 5h total.
Guide gives a 20-min intro, then guests visit independently. Round-trip transport included.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 970 pickup points
- Group size varies by option: max 8 from €135 · private from €390
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- 5 start times: between 08:00 and 14:00
- Food not included: Food and drinks are not included
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €40: ages 3 to 17

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 970 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €135 per person for the Half Day tour Hotel Departure option; other options up to €390
- Duration: 5h
- Rating: 4.67/5 from 762 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Likely to sell out
- Operator: PARIS WEBSERVICES
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Group size varies by option: max 8 from €135 · private from €390
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 08:00, 11:30, 12:30, 13:45, 14:00
- Booking: mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.67 from 762 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 696 of 762.

- 5 stars: 621 (81%)
- 4 stars: 75 (10%)
- 3 stars: 38 (5%)
- 2 stars: 15 (2%)
- 1 star: 13 (2%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the Monet commentary and freedom to explore; pickup changes and delayed returns are recurring concerns.

**Praised:**
- Drivers explain Monet's life and Giverny through commentary and an introductory video
- Hotel pickup and return save visitors from arranging transport themselves
- Freedom to explore the house, gardens and village independently
- Practical tips on entry and routes help visitors plan their time at Giverny

**Complaints:**
- Changed pickup and return times, with conflicting messages about meeting locations
- Long queues leave some unable to enter the house, and garden paths can become crowded
- Some report cramped rear seats, poor ventilation or driving that felt unsafe
- Some enjoy exploring independently, while others expected more guiding at the house and gardens

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-09-17 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-03.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day tour Hotel Departure | €135 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Duration: 6 hours: Duration included the transfer time ( roundtrip ) Departure from your hotel or Apartment (only Paris :1,2,5,6,7,8,14,15,16) By Minivan or Car 8 pax max Half day Giverny: Pickup from 7:30-8 am morning / 11:30-12:30 afternoon /3 hours in Giverny (entrance tickets included) Pickup included |
| Giverny Private Tour | €390 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private roundtrip: Paris-Giverny. 3 hours in Giverny. Roundtrip transfer + entrance tickets. Guide and lunch not included. Duration: 6 hours: Duration: 6 hours: Duration included the transfer time ( roundtrip ) Minivan ( 8 seats ) : Round-trip transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned |

## What's included

- Guests will explore the site independently.
- Minimum age : 3 years old. Each participant must be declared at the time of booking.
- Entrance to Monet’s house and gardens
- English-speaking driver or driver-guide only in English
- Pickup is available from your hotel in western Paris or from a meeting point near the Eiffel Tower
- Round-trip transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan (8 seats)

## Not included

- Food and drinks are not included
- Hote/Residence outside of Paris (zipcode 75 only) and Paris 3,9,10,11,12,13,18,19,20 districts
- We do not accept children under the age of 3 years old
- It does not include a guided tour of Giverny with a licensed tour guide.

## Itinerary

1. **Paris** (1h) - Your driver will pickup you at your hotel or meeting point in Paris ( west side only)
2. **Fondation Claude Monet** (2h 30m; admission included) - Spend 2:00-2:30 hours visiting on your own at your own pace. Monet’s Gardens: Stroll through the Clos Normand and the Water Garden with the iconic Japanese Bridge and water lilies. Monet’s House: Visit his studio, bedroom, dining room, kitchen, and admire his collection of...
3. **Paris** (1h) - After 2:30-4 hours (depend the option) at Giverny your driver will pickup you infront the Monet House to return to Paris

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00, 11:30, 12:30, 13:45, 14:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Meeting point in front of the FedEx
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJwwo85TRu5kcRHhq2xhpJ7qE

Pickup points listed by the operator: 970

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age for participants is 3 years old. Each participant must be declared at the time of booking. We cannot accommodate undeclared clients, including babies or children under 3 years old. Reservations will be canceled without compensation in such cases
- Entrance tickets Monet's house and Garden and transportation are included
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Our vehicle is not suitable for passengers with disabilities, we do not have the capacity to transport wheelchairs as well
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time and traffic conditions
- Giverny Tour: 3 Options Morning ( from 8 AM –2:-2:30 hours ): Peaceful and efficient visit before the crowds.
- Midday ( from 11:30 AM – 3:30 ): Relaxed tour with extra time to explore.
- Afternoon ( from 2 PM – 2 hours ): Quick and focused for tight schedules.
- The tour is only in English

## Compared with other Day Trips

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #61 of 63** | €135 | 5h | 4.67 (762) | varies by option |
| [Versailles Private Half Day Guided Tour Hotel Pickup & Transfer](/france/paris/tours/versailles-private-half-day-guided-tour-hotel-pickup-transfer/?format=md) | €637 | 5h | 4.99 (193) | private |
| [Versailles Full-Day Electric Bike Tour : Market, Picnic & Palace](/france/paris/tours/versailles-full-day-electric-bike-tour-market-picnic-palace/?format=md) | €169 | 8h | 4.92 (271) | shared |
| [Giverny Monet's Garden & Auvers-sur-Oise with Van Gogh House Full Day From Paris](/france/paris/tours/giverny-monet-s-garden-auvers-sur-oise-with-van-gogh-house-full-day-from-paris/?format=md) | €220 | 10h | 4.9 (432) | shared |

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