Perfumes and textiles: at the heart of French luxury
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- From :
- 98 € / pers. (from 16 to 19 people).
- Durée :
- day(s)
Good plans
- Learn the history and manufacturing secrets of the famous "indiennes" in an intimate setting.
- Set out to discover a rich collection of delicate patterns and textile creations that span the ages.
- Travel into the heart of an olfactory and historical universe within the spectacular setting of the former chapel of the Royal Hospital.
- Discover the raw materials, technical innovations, and packaging revolution of French haute perfumery.
Presentation
Enjoy an exclusive day designed around the historical sectors of French luxury: visit the charming Musée de la Toile de Jouy with a guide who will introduce you to the secrets of the famous printed cottons that took the 18th century by storm. Enjoy lunch in a pleasant restaurant in the city and extend your immersion in the world of luxury by discovering a magnificent exhibition dedicated to French perfumery.
From Wednesday, November 4, 2026, to Sunday, February 7, 2027
Program
Guided tour of the Musée de la Toile de Jouy – 1h30
Your day begins with the discovery of the refined world of Toile de Jouy, these decorative fabrics with delicate patterns, highly appreciated for over two centuries. Your guide will explain the history and manufacturing secrets of these famous 'indiennes', set within a magnificent collection of textile motifs, colors, and creations, in an intimate setting.Lunch in a restaurant in the city of Jouy-en-Josas
After a morning rich in discoveries, enjoy a traditional lunch in a restaurant in Versailles.
Guided tour of the exhibition 'The Soul of French Perfumery: A Journey into the Heart of Elegance and Know-How' at Espace Richaud – 1h30
The afternoon takes you to the spectacular setting of the former chapel of the Royal Hospital of Versailles, where the wonderful history of French perfumery can be seen and smelled... Your guide will explain its major milestones, covering the raw materials used, decisive technical innovations, and the packaging revolution.
Prices
- Admission and reservation fees for the various sites indicated in the program
- The services of a tour guide certified by the Ministry of Culture (one guide assigned per group of up to 20 people)
- Lunch (main course + dessert + drinks (1 glass of wine, carafe of water, coffee) for adults)
- Free lunch for the driver
- Aperitifs
- Guide supplements (Sundays, public holidays, night hours from 9 PM to 6 AM)
- ransport and coach parking
- Personal expenses