30 reviews of Viator VIP: Palace of Versailles Small-Group Tour with Private Viewing of the Royal Quarters

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5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by sappa, April 2013

Absolutelyb beautiful. My advice to guides is to keep the tour moving. A little repetitive but the palace ace up for it. Like nothing I have ever seen

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Magenta, October 2012

This would have to be one of the best tours we encountered on our trip! Our guide, who ended up being the second replacement for the one who was sick, was a blessing in disguise. She was so knowledgeable and passionate about her French heritage, which really touched our group that much more. Having the private viewing after the doors had been closed to the general public was absolutely fantastic. It really was a great feeling to be in rooms where greatness has been, and to share it with a handful of people made it that more special. I would highly recommend this tour to all and hope that you're fortunate enough to get our guide. Sorry I've forgotten her name, but she deserves a raise!!!!!

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Kat, United Kingdom, October 2012

The trip to Versailles was one of the absolute highlights of our weekend in Paris - and well worth the early morning start. We were greeted by Gilles and the driver - both of whom were incredibly charming. The guided tour was superb - our guide was extremely knowledgable and we really got an indepth insight into the history of the Palace. Seeing all the rooms normally closed to the public was fantastic - we really did get our very own private viewing. This was particularly appreciated when we did go out into the public acces areas to see just how crowded they were! The gardens are absolutely stunning, and I'm sure you could spend a good couple of hours exploring there as well (unfortunately it was pouring with rain when we went so we didn't really fancy it!). Highly recommended!

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Walter A, October 2012

Got an early start prior to being able to get breakfast but upon arrive we were able to grab a bite to eat which was greatly appreciated. The guide who took us through was amazing in his knowledge. It was very nice to see the private quarters. We went on a weekend when they had the fountains turned on. Toughest choice was weather to stay inside or walk the gardens. One must spend time in the amazing gardens. A great trip!

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Mary N, October 2012

Everything about this tour was great. Small number enabled great viewing and ability to hear and understand tour leader. Highly recommended.

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Kimberly D, October 2012

Awesome tour! The guide made it fun and interesting. We only had four people in our group which made it great. He was very knowledgeable and took us to most of the highlights we were interested in.

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Don C, September 2012

Highly recomend this to everyone. Was so interesting. Worth the money.

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Jim, September 2012

Outstanding tour guide for private tour of Versailles

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Oleksiy K, September 2012

Very impressive tour with nice guide and well organized

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by James P, September 2012

The tour was magnificent. It was a very crowded day, but we cut through the line and our guide conducted a very personal and in depth tour of the palace and surrounding buildings. She was extremely knowledgeable about both the history and all the artifacts in the many rooms of the palace. This, coupled with being almost the only people in the rooms was wonderful - no crowds. This was especially great in the great hall of mirrors and the chapel. The tour left on time and departed on time. The guides and driver were exceptionally friendly and helpful. This tour was the highlight of my week in Paris.

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Louis R, August 2012

Private guide at palace was excellent. Would highly recommend this tour.

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by virginie, August 2012

The best tour to discover the behind-the-scenes of the Versailles palace. I was so impressed by the Private Quarters and the stunning Royal Opera. This is a small-group tour, definitely worth the extra money.

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Anonymous, August 2012

The VIP tour was excellent because we got to avoid the crowds that you see on other tours of Versailles. The guide who works for the Palace had an amazing knowledge and really brought the history alive. It was great walking round the private apartments with no other groups. These rooms have kept their original furniture and it was even possible to see the private toilet of the King! Another highlight of the tour was the visit to the Royal Chapel which was beautiful.

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Anonymous, August 2012

The tour we had was great! We had a guide in the private apartments, normally not opened to the public. We even saw the opera, a pure beauty! As we were a small group, I could ask the guide some questions. He used a lot of stories about daily life, and the chateau. Then time in the gardens, to enjoy the fountains, with music at the same time. In short, a wonderful day!

5 star rating: Highly Recommended

Reviewed by Jo, August 2012

Well worth the extra cost - it really was a private tour. We had exclusive access to some areas of the palace away from the huge crowds.

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