Monet Gardens and Giverny Bike Tour with Picnic Stop from Paris
by Fat Tire Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€238Overview
The tour starts in central Paris with a bus transfer to Vernon in Normandy, passing through rural areas with wheat and sunflower fields. Upon arrival in Vernon, participants visit the local open-air market to purchase items for a picnic lunch. After the market stop, bicycles and helmets are provided. Riders cycle across the Seine River to a park beside the river where they have a picnic lunch near a mill, with views of the countryside. Cider, a local drink, is available to sample during the lunch. After lunch, the group cycles approximately five kilometers along a bike path to the village of Giverny. Along the way, riders pass the village church and cemetery, the Hotel Baudy, and other landmarks. At Giverny, participants spend about ninety minutes exploring Claude Monet’s gardens, his house, and the water lily pond that inspired some of his paintings. The nearby American Museum of Art and village streets are also accessible. After the visit, the group cycles back to Vernon to board the bus for the return trip to Paris. The entire tour lasts about nine hours and includes roundtrip transportation from Paris, use of a bicycle and helmet, and skip-the-line entry to Monet’s Garden. Food, drinks, gratuities, and hotel pickup or drop-off are not included. Rain gear is available for a small additional fee.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Meeting Point in Paris
Participants meet the guide and board the bus for the trip to Giverny from central Paris.
5 min
The Seine
Upon arrival in Vernon, the group visits the farmers' market to gather picnic items. Afterward, they cycle across the Seine river to a park by the riverbank, where they have lunch next to a mill and can try the local cider.
Fondation Claude Monet
The ride continues for 5 kilometers (3 miles) along the bike path to the village of Giverny, passing the village church and its cemetery with graves dating back to the 17th century, including British soldiers from World War II and Monet himself in his family's vault. The route also passes the Hotel Baudy, where Impressionists Manet and Renoir painted. Visitors spend about 1.5 hours exploring Monet’s gardens, his house, and the famous water lily pond. The village also offers the American Museum of Art across the street and several cafes and small streets to explore.
90 min
Skip-the-Line Entry
This stop grants visitors skip-the-line access to Monet’s Gardens, allowing for uninterrupted exploration.
120 min
Hotel Baudy
View the Hotel Baudy from outside; visitors may choose to stop here for a drink.
Meeting point
All tours depart from the Fat Tire Tours office at 24 rue Edgar Faure, 75015 Paris. The closest metro is the Dupleix station. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the tour departure. *Meeting point and tour time will be altered during the Olympics. We will contact you directly with details.
End point
All tours depart from the Fat Tire Tours office at 24 rue Edgar Faure, 75015 Paris. The closest metro is the Dupleix station. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the tour departure. *Meeting point and tour time will be altered during the Olympics. We will contact you directly with details.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Monet Gardens and Giverny Bike Tour with Picnic Stop from Paris
by Fat Tire Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€238Overview
The tour starts in central Paris with a bus transfer to Vernon in Normandy, passing through rural areas with wheat and sunflower fields. Upon arrival in Vernon, participants visit the local open-air market to purchase items for a picnic lunch. After the market stop, bicycles and helmets are provided. Riders cycle across the Seine River to a park beside the river where they have a picnic lunch near a mill, with views of the countryside. Cider, a local drink, is available to sample during the lunch. After lunch, the group cycles approximately five kilometers along a bike path to the village of Giverny. Along the way, riders pass the village church and cemetery, the Hotel Baudy, and other landmarks. At Giverny, participants spend about ninety minutes exploring Claude Monet’s gardens, his house, and the water lily pond that inspired some of his paintings. The nearby American Museum of Art and village streets are also accessible. After the visit, the group cycles back to Vernon to board the bus for the return trip to Paris. The entire tour lasts about nine hours and includes roundtrip transportation from Paris, use of a bicycle and helmet, and skip-the-line entry to Monet’s Garden. Food, drinks, gratuities, and hotel pickup or drop-off are not included. Rain gear is available for a small additional fee.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Meeting Point in Paris
Participants meet the guide and board the bus for the trip to Giverny from central Paris.
5 min
The Seine
Upon arrival in Vernon, the group visits the farmers' market to gather picnic items. Afterward, they cycle across the Seine river to a park by the riverbank, where they have lunch next to a mill and can try the local cider.
Fondation Claude Monet
The ride continues for 5 kilometers (3 miles) along the bike path to the village of Giverny, passing the village church and its cemetery with graves dating back to the 17th century, including British soldiers from World War II and Monet himself in his family's vault. The route also passes the Hotel Baudy, where Impressionists Manet and Renoir painted. Visitors spend about 1.5 hours exploring Monet’s gardens, his house, and the famous water lily pond. The village also offers the American Museum of Art across the street and several cafes and small streets to explore.
90 min
Skip-the-Line Entry
This stop grants visitors skip-the-line access to Monet’s Gardens, allowing for uninterrupted exploration.
120 min
Hotel Baudy
View the Hotel Baudy from outside; visitors may choose to stop here for a drink.
Meeting point
All tours depart from the Fat Tire Tours office at 24 rue Edgar Faure, 75015 Paris. The closest metro is the Dupleix station. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the tour departure. *Meeting point and tour time will be altered during the Olympics. We will contact you directly with details.
End point
All tours depart from the Fat Tire Tours office at 24 rue Edgar Faure, 75015 Paris. The closest metro is the Dupleix station. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the tour departure. *Meeting point and tour time will be altered during the Olympics. We will contact you directly with details.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.