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Excursions d'une journée Pays France ParisParis to Chartres and Chateau de Maintenon: Private day trip

Paris to Chartres and Chateau de Maintenon: Private day trip

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Trajet privé avec un chauffeur local

9h 15m

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From Paris, journey through the French countryside to Chartres, where soaring spires and medieval streets await. After admiring the cathedral’s famed stained glass, continue to the tranquil Chateau de Maintenon - an elegant castle wrapped in gardens and royal intrigue. A perfect day of Gothic grandeur and quiet Renaissance charm.

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Découvrez des informations locales que vous ne trouverez pas dans les guides

Découvrez la liberté d'explorer à votre propre rythme

Parfaitement planifié pour les familles, les amis ou les voyageurs en solo

À partir de 149 €

Balade en groupe privé

par personne

Sélectionnez la date et les voyageurs

Annulation gratuite jusqu'à 24 heures avant l'heure de votre prise en charge.

Pour un groupe de 1 à 3 voyageursTotal447 €

À quoi s'attendre

Votre excursion commence où que vous soyez

Rencontrez notre chauffeur professionnel là où vous préférez à Paris à l'heure qui vous convient le mieux. Pas de temps perdu pour rejoindre le point de ramassage, prenez votre sac et commencez votre voyage immédiatement.

Découvrez plus avec l'expertise locale

Les connaissances locales de votre chauffeur donneront le ton de votre Daytrip. Un café caché ici, un restaurant incontournable là-bas ; des conseils d'initiés que vous adorerez partager plus tard. Ce n'est pas une visite guidée, mais votre trajet sera riche en histoires et découvertes en cours de route. Et tout au long de la journée, votre chauffeur sera disponible pour vous selon vos besoins, prêt à vous assister, heureux de vous aider, rendant votre voyage sans stress.

Explorez à votre propre rythme

After arriving in Chartres, you'll have the freedom to explore its cathedral and medieval streets, at your own pace, before continuing on to Chateau de Maintenon, where you can walk through the gardens and castle rooms. Throughout the day, your driver will stay close, available to help out, offer recommendations, or share local insights, before ensuring a comfortable return to Paris.

Parfait pour tout groupe privé

Que vous voyagiez seul, en famille avec des enfants, ou en grand groupe, ce service est conçu pour votre confort et votre flexibilité. C'est l'option idéale surtout si vous avez peu de temps ou un emploi du temps chargé.

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Transfert privé en voiture aller-retour
Véhicule climatisé
Prise en charge et dépose personnalisées
Chauffeur professionnel anglophone
Eau en bouteille offerte
Annulation gratuite 24 heures avant le départ
Les billets d'entrée/admission pour les attractions payantes Chartres et Chateau de Maintenon doivent être achetés séparément sauf indication contraire
Les repas, les collations et les pourboires ne sont pas inclus

À partir de 149 €

Balade en groupe privé

par personne

Sélectionnez la date et les voyageurs

Annulation gratuite jusqu'à 24 heures avant l'heure de votre prise en charge.

Pour un groupe de 1 à 3 voyageursTotal447 €

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Commencez à Paris

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Chartres

N'hésitez pas à explorer à votre propre rythme et à découvrir

Arrêt : 3 h 30 min - entrée non incluse

The ancient town of Chartres predates the Romans, but its heyday came in the Middle Ages when it became a major pilgrimage site after receiving the Sancta Camisa, believed to be the tunic worn by the Mary at the time of Christ's birth, and erecting its UNESCO-listed cathedral. This masterpiece of Gothic architecture was nearly destroyed during WWII, but thanks to Colonel Welborn Barton Griffith, Jr. who snuck behind enemy lines with a single other soldier to confirm the cathedral was clear of enemy troops, it was spared. The Colonel, however, was not so lucky and was killed in action later that day. Today, along with the masterfully-decorated facades, the cathedral is the mecca of stained glass - how its famous ‘Chartres blue’ was achieved still remains a mystery. Walking the town’s picturesque streets, visitors are treated to winding lanes and stairways, lined with half-timbered houses.

Chateau de Maintenon

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Arrêt : 2 h 30 min - entrée non incluse

Originally a medieval castle, the estate was purchased by Louis XII's treasurer Jean Cottereau, who transformed the castle into a country manor, and began a long process of renovations and expansions that continued through the 18th century. Louis XIV ordered the construction of an aqueduct through the property to feed the fountains of Versailles - ‘a work worthy of the Caesars’ according to François-René de Chateaubriand. Today, visitors can walk through the carefully manicured park to appreciate the mixture of spires and steeples projecting from the chateau. Inside, the owners carefully restored the rooms to their former glory, filling them to the rafters with period-correct furnishings, and all the accoutrements of noble life.

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Chartres Cathedral is considered the finest example of French Gothic architecture, renowned for its remarkably preserved 12th and 13th-century stained glass windows covering 2,600 square meters. During your 3.5-hour visit, you'll see the contrasting spires (one Gothic, one Romanesque), the intricate sculptures of the Royal Portal, and the famous labyrinth in the nave floor. The cathedral's 176 stained glass windows create a unique blue-tinted light that has inspired pilgrims and visitors for centuries.

Chateau de Maintenon offers a fascinating glimpse into French history as the home of Madame de Maintenon, King Louis XIV's second wife. During your 2.5-hour visit, explore the furnished castle rooms showcasing 17th-century living, admire the formal French gardens designed by Andre Le Nôtre, and see the remarkable unfinished aqueduct commissioned by Louis XIV to bring water to Versailles. The chateau provides a more intimate and less crowded historical experience than larger royal palaces.

Begin your 3.5-hour Chartres visit at the cathedral, allowing at least 90 minutes to appreciate the architecture, stained glass, and labyrinth. Consider hiring a local guide or using the cathedral's audio guide to understand the symbolic imagery. Afterward, explore the medieval old town with its half-timbered houses, particularly along the Eure River in the picturesque Quartier de la Basse Ville. The steep pedestrian streets offer charming shops and cafes perfect for a lunch break before continuing to Chateau de Maintenon.

If visiting between April and January, consider timing your day trip to include Chartres en Lumieres a spectacular light show where the cathedral and 24 monuments throughout the city are illuminated with colorful projections. The display runs nightly from nightfall until 1 AM (April-October) or midnight (October-January). Your Daytrip driver can adjust your schedule for an evening return if you wish to experience this magnificent free attraction.

Chartres is approximately 90 kilometers (56 miles) southwest of Paris, with a driving time of about 1 hour 15 minutes. Chateau de Maintenon is 20 kilometers (12.5 miles) further, adding about 25 minutes to the journey. The driving route takes you through the beautiful French countryside and agricultural landscapes of the Eure-et-Loir department. Your private Daytrip driver handles all transportation, allowing you to enjoy the scenery between destinations.

The Eure-et-Loir region offers several culinary specialties worth trying during your day trip. In Chartres, look for pate chartrain (game meat pate), mentchikoffs (chocolate-covered almonds), and the local beer produced by L'Eurelienne brewery. The area is also known for its Perche cider and poultry dishes. Several restaurants near the cathedral serve traditional regional cuisine, while the Chateau de Maintenon area offers quaint countryside eateries serving farm-to-table French dishes.

To maximize your day trip, arrive at Chartres early (around 9 AM) to experience the cathedral before tour groups arrive. Focus on the cathedral and old town during your 3.5-hour visit, perhaps including lunch at a local restaurant. At Chateau de Maintenon, take a guided tour of the interior (approximately 1 hour) and then explore the gardens and aqueduct independently during your remaining 1.5 hours. Your Daytrip driver can help coordinate timing between destinations.

Paris to Chartres and Chateau de Maintenon: Private day trip

Trajet privé avec un chauffeur local

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Découvrez plus avec l'expertise locale

Explorez à votre propre rythme

Parfait pour tout groupe privé

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