To begin your Giverny and Monet's Garden Bike Tour you will travel by rail through the beautiful wheat and sunflower fields of Normandy, along the lazy Seine river to the village of Vernon.
Once in Vernon visit the charming farmers' market to buy picnic supplies. You'll then hop on your bike and pedal across the river to a beautiful park along the banks of the Seine for lunch. At lunch you can also sample the local's favorite drink: cidre.
It will then be time for your relaxing 5 kilometer (3 miles) ride down the bike path to the village of Giverny and the world-famous gardens of Claude Monet. Cruise past the Giverny church and its cemetery containing graves of local citizens dating back to the 17th century, British soldiers from World War II and even Monet himself buried within his family's vault. You will pass the Hotel Baudy, where Impressionists Manet and Renoir used to paint.
Shortly you will arrive at the highlight of the day - Monet's Garden
Spend about 1.5 hours enjoying Monet's gardens, his house and the famous water lily pond where some of his most famous works originated. Be sure to bring your camera and plenty of film! Additionally, the village of Giverny offers you the American Museum of Art (across the street from Monet's Gardens), numerous cafes and small streets begging to be explored.
You also have the option of spending some of this time riding 3 kilometers (2 miles) to the actual cidre producer. It's a tough climb at the beginning, but with thousands of bottles of cidre awaiting you at the top, and the effortless glide down the hill back to Giverny, why not? On this journey, you will pass the Hotel Baudy where Impressionists Manet and Renoir used to paint.
Departure Dates: Seasonal April 01 to May 15 Wednesday and Saturday May 16 to September 30 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday October 1 to October 31 Wednesday and Saturday Commences: Paris, France Departure Point: Central Paris Departure Time: 10:00am
Return Details: Returns to original departure point at approximately 7:00pm
Additional Information
Inclusions:
Local guide
Use of bicycle
Use of helmet
Roundtrip train tickets to and from Paris
Entrance to Monet's House and Gardens
Exclusions:
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pick up and drop off
Food and drinks
Rain gear is available at a fee of 1EUR paid direct which will be refunded if not used
Other Information:
There is no age minimum or maximum - this tour is suitable for everyone as long as you can ride a bike!
If a children's bike is required, you must advise at time of booking.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Special Policy:
Travel Voucher
For every confirmed booking you will be required to print a voucher for presentation at the destination. You will receive a link to your voucher via email once your booking is confirmed.
Local Operator Information
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Note: Flights are NOT included and unless otherwise stated above transfers and car hire are also NOT included.
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