--- title: Versailles Guided Visit – Hotel Pickup, Meeting Point or None lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/versailles-guided-visit-hotel-pickup-meeting-point-or-none/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 89 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.56 reviews: 1428 duration_minutes: 390 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 7 of 8 (Versailles Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-13 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/versailles-guided-visit-hotel-pickup-meeting-point-or-none/ --- # Versailles Guided Visit – Hotel Pickup, Meeting Point or None **Guidekin's take:** A flexible Versailles visit: hotel pickup, meeting point or meet-there, guided in English. The choose-your-logistics option,1428 reviews. ## Overview Tour is only in English. Embark on a journey to Versailles, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with tailored packages to fit your schedule and budget. Upgrade for a small-group experience and extend your visit to explore the Grand and Petit Trianon palaces. Choose transportation: meet at the site, central Paris pick-up, or hotel pick-up in western Paris. Tours last approximately 1.5-2.5 hours for half-day options, or 4 hours for full-day tours, led by knowledgeable guides. Duration varies depending on the chosen option. Highlights include the King’s State Apartment, Hall of Mirrors, and more. Full-day clients can explore Trianon palaces independently. Attention: Choose from 4 guided tour options for a personalized experience. Don't miss this captivating journey through history! The Tour will have a minimum 11 to 28 travelers (depending on the option chosen) ## Key facts - Price: from €89 per person - Duration: 6h 30m - Rating: 4.56/5 from 1428 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: PARIS WEBSERVICES ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Classic Group Tour No Pickup | €89 / person | English | Half Day Tour / No transfer: Please note: No hotel pickup or transfer is provided. Palace guided tour 2:00 (palace & garden) Standard Group Tour up to 20p Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Lunch: Please note: food and... | | Essential Experience Group | €149 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Half Day Tour Hotel Pick-up: Essential Experience Group Half day Hotel Pickup + Garden: Palace guided tour (1:30 hours) + Free time (2 hours) Pick-up location: Hotel or Residence pick-up and drop-off in Paris only in... | | Small Group Tour Hotel Pickup | €154 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Half Day Tour Hotel Pickup: Small Group Tour – up to 15 guests or fewer Half day Hotel Pickup : 6 hours tour Palace guided tour + Garden (2:00 ) & 1:45 h free time Duration: 6 hours: Duration included the transfer... | | Classic Group Hotel Pickup | €169 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Half day Tour Hotel Pickup: Classic Group Tour Guided tour + Garden + Pickup:: Palace guided tour (2:00 ) + Musical fountains show or the Musical gardens (april -october) Pick-up location:: Hotel or Residence pick-up... | | Semi-Private Group Tour | €184 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Half Day Tour Hotel Pickup: Semi-Private Group Tour – up to 11 guests or fewer Hotel Pickup : 6 h tour Pick up from hotel-Rbnb in Paris. Guided tour + Garden + Pickup: Palace guided tour (2:00 hours ) + Musical... | | Full day Classic Group tour | €189 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Full Day Tour Hotel Pickup: Classic Group Tour Palace guided tour (2:00 hours ) & visit on your own : Garden and Trianon Pick-up from your hotel : Pick-up from your hotel ( in option selected) or meeting point in... | | Private guided tour half day | €420 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private Half day Tour: Private Guided tour : Hotel Pickup : 6 h tour Pick up from hotel-Rbnb in Paris. Palace guided tour + garden (2h00) Duration: 6 hours: Duration included the transfer time ( roundtrip ) Lunch not... | ## What's included - Guided tour: 1.5–2 hrs (Classic, Small Group & Semi-Private). Essential Gr : 1.5 h, no garden visit. - Admission ticket with a reserved entry time to the Château de Versailles.(included) - Hotel pick-up west of Paris, Paris meeting point, or meet directly in Versailles - Guided Tour in English, Half or full-day tour (6 or 8.5 hrs) with roundtrip transportation included. - Hotel or Rbnb pick-up and drop-off in Paris only districts : 1,2,5,6,7,8,14,15,16, - Tour without transportation – meeting directly in Versailles ## Not included - Not wheelchair accessible and Unfortunately, our vehicles and tours are not wheelchair accessible - We do not accept children under the age of 6 years old - Lunch and drinks (not included), Gratuities - Train tickets to the Trianons are not included - Hotel or Rbnb pick-up and drop off outside Paris and Paris 3,4,9,10,11,12,13,,17,18,19,20, districts ## Itinerary 1. **Paris** (1h) - Option : Pick-up by Minivan We offer a diverse range of packages tailored to suit both your schedule and budget. Opt for an upgrade to enjoy a more intimate small-group experience and extend your visit for a full-day experience to explore the Grand and Petit Trianon palaces.... 2. **Palace of Versailles** (1h 30m; admission included) - Option : No Transfer Palace : Guided Tour in English 1:30 hours 3. **Jardins du Chateau de Versailles** (30m; admission included) - Garden : Guided tour in the garden for 30 mn. (Available only for Standard, Small Group, and Semi-Private options. Essential groups visit on their own.) 4. **Palace of Versailles** (2h; admission included) - After the guided portion, immerse yourself in the grandeur of Versailles for approximately 2 hours (for half-day tours) or 4 hours (for full-day tours) to wander at your own pace and discover its treasures independently. 5. **Paris** (1h) - After 4 hours at Versailles for the half day and 6 hours for the full day, your driver will pick you up in front of the castle to return to Paris. ( except option 5, no transportation ) ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 08:30, 08:45, 10:00, 11:30, 11:45, 12:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - 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 Grille d'Honneur 78000 Versailles, France ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness - Minimum age for participants is 6 years old. Each participant must be declared at the time of booking. We cannot accommodate undeclared clients, including babies or children under 6 years old. Reservations will be canceled without compensation in such cases. - Option 1: "Half Day Semi-Private Group Tour (up to 11 guests), lasting 2:00 hours at the Palace, including transfer.+ Garden - Option 2: "Half Day Classic Group Tour (up to 20 guests), lasting 2:00 hours at the Palace, including transfer + Garden - Option 3: "Half Day Essential Group Tour (up to 27 guests), lasting 1:30 hours at the Palace, including transfer + Garden. This tour focuses solely on the essential information, providing a concise and engaging experience for those eager to discover the highlights. - Option 4: "Half Day Small Group Tour (up to 15 guests), lasting 2:00 hours at the Palace, including transfer.+ Garden - Option 5: "Half Day Classic Group Tour (up to 20 guests), lasting 2:00 hours at the Palace, No transfer + Garden Admission ticket with a reserved entry time to the Château de Versailles. - Option 6: "Half Day Semi Private Group Tour (up to 11 guests), lasting 2:00 hours at the Palace, No transfer + Garden Admission ticket with a reserved entry time to the Château de Versailles. - Option 7: "Full Day Classic Group Tour (up to 20 guests), lasting 2:00 hours at the Palace, including transfer + Garden+Trianon ticket - Option: Half Day Private Tour lasting 2:00 hours at the Palace, including transfer.+ Garden - Our tours are limited, we cannot cancel or modify bookings at the last minute for any reason. Tickets are non-refundable by the museums. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the event date or no-shows will incur a 100% cancellation fee. - Participants should be prepared to follow their guide for about 3 hours. The Palace of Versailles can be quite crowded, and we must stick to the scheduled visiting times. Please note that the guide is unable to provide personal assistance. If you have any concerns about walking difficulties, health issues, or other considerations, we recommend reconsidering your participation in this tour to ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone. - The tour is not recommended for individuals with disabilities, particularly those who have difficulty walking long distances or climbing stairs, as Versailles is very large and includes numerous staircases and uneven cobblestones, both inside the buildings and throughout the gardens - Our vehicle is not suitable for passengers with disabilities, we do not have the capacity to transport wheelchairs as well. ## How it compares in Versailles Tours Ranked **#7 of 8** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. [Versailles Bike Tour with Market, Gardens & Guided Palace Tour](https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/versailles-bike-tour-with-market-gardens-guided-palace-tour/?format=md) — €145 per person, 4.98 (1307) 2. [Versailles Palace Bike Tour with Market & Marie-Antoinette hamlet](https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/versailles-palace-bike-tour-with-market-marie-antoinette-hamlet/?format=md) — €109 per person, 4.85 (2916) 3. [Versailles Palace Private Tailored Guided Tour With Hotel Pickup](https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/versailles-palace-private-tailored-guided-tour-with-hotel-pickup/?format=md) — €495 per person, 4.79 (350) Full list: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/versailles-from-paris/?format=md ## More in Paris - All Paris tours: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/versailles-guided-visit-hotel-pickup-meeting-point-or-none/ ## Query this catalogue with URLs Every listing accepts filter parameters directly in the URL, so you can hand a user a link that already matches their constraints. 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