Paris and Giverny Full Day Tour: Monet's Gardens and Iconic Paris Landmarks
From the water lily gardens of Normandy to the grandest avenues of the French capital, all in a single unforgettable day.
This Paris and Giverny full day tour combines a morning excursion to Claude Monet's legendary house and gardens with an afternoon journey through the most celebrated landmarks of the French capital. A private vehicle and expert guide handle every detail, so you can focus entirely on the experience.
Giverny is a small village in Normandy where Monet lived and worked from 1883 until his death in 1926. The Fondation Claude Monet preserves his home and the elaborate gardens that inspired his famous water lily series. From early spring through the first days of November, the gardens present a vivid display of colors and fragrances that makes the journey worthwhile on its own.
Back in Paris, the tour moves through a carefully selected route covering the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, Trocadero, Hotel de Ville, Le Marais, the Latin Quarter, and the Avenue des Champs-Elysees. Each stop is accompanied by contextual commentary from your guide, giving depth to monuments that are often seen but rarely understood.
Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, removing the logistical complexity that often accompanies multi-destination days in Paris. The private vehicle means the pace adapts to your group rather than a fixed coach schedule.
Tour Highlights
Walk through Claude Monet's iconic water garden and flower garden in Giverny, accompanied by an audio guide explaining the artist's life and legacy.
Stop for a dedicated photo session at the Eiffel Tower, built by Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 Exposition Universelle and now the most visited paid monument in the world.
Visit the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture from the 12th century currently undergoing restoration after a significant fire.
See the glass pyramid entrance of the Louvre Museum, home to 35,000 works including the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace.
Enjoy the finest panoramic view of the Eiffel Tower from Trocadero, set above ornamental gardens and fountains on the opposite bank of the Seine.
Drive along the Avenue des Champs-Elysees, a two-kilometre stretch between the Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe lined with luxury boutiques and flagship stores.
Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, with a fully private vehicle ensuring flexibility and comfort throughout the day.
Itinerary
Your guide and private vehicle collect you directly from your Paris hotel. The drive to Giverny in Normandy takes approximately 1.5 hours each way, covering a total of around 3 hours of travel time between Paris and the village.
Spend approximately 2 hours exploring Monet's former home and gardens with an audio guide. The visit covers the flower garden, the Japanese-inspired water garden with its famous pond and bridge, and the interior of the house where Monet lived and painted.
On return to Paris, the tour begins with a photo stop at the Eiffel Tower, constructed between 1887 and 1889. The group then moves to Trocadero for the elevated panoramic view across the Seine, considered one of the finest vantage points in the city.
Your guide leads the group to Notre Dame Cathedral on the Ile de la Cite, explaining its architectural history and ongoing restoration. A short stop at Hotel de Ville, the neo-renaissance seat of the Paris City Council since 1357, follows nearby.
The tour continues to the Louvre's famous glass pyramid, where your guide provides historical context on the museum's collection spanning from ancient civilizations to 1848. The route then passes through the Le Marais district and the Latin Quarter.
The day concludes with a drive along the Avenue des Champs-Elysees, past the Grand Palais, the Petit Palais, and the Arc de Triomphe. Your private vehicle then returns you to your Paris hotel.
What's Included and Excluded
Included
- Private vehicle with driver for the full day
- Expert tour guide throughout Paris sightseeing
- Audio guide at Fondation Claude Monet, Giverny
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Paris
- Entry to Monet's house and gardens in Giverny
Not Included
- Entrance fees to the Louvre Museum interior
- Eiffel Tower entry tickets
- Meals and personal beverages
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Personal travel insurance
Important Information
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