Fashion and Rural Pleasures in the 18th Century
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- 89 € / pers. (from 21 to 25 people).
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Good plans
- 18th-century lifestyle: from trendsetting Jouy prints to the Queen's secret hideaway, follow your guide for a day dedicated to style and history!
- Nature and storytelling: explore the charming Queen's Hamlet and the Petit Trianon, a peaceful retreat where Marie-Antoinette could finally unwind away from court etiquette.
Presentation
Step back in time and experience French chic on a charming day out! At the Toile de Jouy Museum, uncover the secrets behind the trendsetting printed fabrics that dressed the finest homes. In Versailles, step right into Marie-Antoinette’s secret hideaway: from the Petit Trianon to the fairytale Queen’s Hamlet, stroll through her personal paradise far from court protocol. Two lively, engaging tours to see castle life from a whole new angle!
Program
Guided tour of the Toile de Jouy Museum – 1h30
Your day begins in Jouy-en-Josas at the famous Toile de Jouy Museum.
Let yourself be guided and discover these beautiful printed fabrics that were fashionable in the finest 18th-century homes. You will learn how these creations influenced the fashion and décor of the time while admiring their intricate and poetic patterns.
Lunch in a restaurant in the city of Versailles
After this morning full of discoveries, enjoy a traditional lunch in a Versailles restaurant.
Guided tour of Marie-Antoinette's Estate – 2h30
In the afternoon, explore the Petit Trianon and the Queen’s Hamlet, in the heart of the Versailles estate.
This intimate place, designed for Marie-Antoinette, reveals another side of castle life: more personal, freer, and closer to nature.
Stroll through the gardens, admire the elegant buildings, and enjoy the anecdotes that shaped this exceptional location.
Prices
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Entrance and reservation fees for the various sites indicated in the program
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Services of a guide-lecturer accredited by the Ministry of Culture (one guide per group of up to 25 people)
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Individual audio headsets for the visit of the Petit Trianon and its English garden
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Lunch (starter + main course + dessert + drinks (1 glass of wine, carafe of water, coffee)
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Complimentary lunch for the driver
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The aperitif
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Guide supplements (Sunday, public holiday, night hours from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM)
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Transportation & coach parking
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Personal expenses
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From :
- 562 € / pers. (15 people).
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- 2 days / 1 night
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- 49 € / pers. (from 16 to 19 people).
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- Half a day
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- 100 € / pers. (from 31 to 35 people).
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From :
- 110 € / pers. (from 26 to 30 people).
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