5 Train Trips in France Worth Booking

1.Skip-the-Line Versailles Palace Tour by Train from Paris

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 883 reviews · 4h 30m · from $94Our pick

Meet your English-speaking escort in central Paris, take the RER train to Versailles, then tour the palace and gardens with a local guide. Expect the Hall of Mirrors, royal apartments, Musical Gardens or Fountain Show, headsets when needed, and about five hours of walking and sightseeing.

“Great experience. Everyone was extremely professional, communicated clearly and made sure we had a great experience during our visit to the palace. Most importantly, our tour consisted of only 2 people plus the guide, and nothing was cancelled. I highly recommend this tour package due to their extremely high professionalism, knowledge and attitude.”

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2.Versailles Palace and Gardens Tour by Train from Paris

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 752 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $84

Travel from central Paris to Versailles with an escorted RER journey, then tour the palace, Hall of Mirrors, and royal gardens with an English-speaking guide. Expect about three guided hours, groups of up to 20, and time to stay in Versailles afterward. Some departures offer Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette’s hamlet.

“This was an excellent tour. Our guide was very fun and knowledgeable. I wish I could recall his name. I believe it started with a A - a gentleman from Nigeria. He was excellent. Because we booked through the tour, we had direct access into Versailles vs the long line most had to wait in. They also handled the train tickets which was very helpful. All around an excellent tour.”

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3.Versailles Château and Gardens Walking Tour from Paris by Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 714 reviews · from $79Best value

Take the RER from Paris to Versailles with a guide, walk the grand gardens for about two hours, then enter the palace with timed admission and explore at your own pace. Guides such as Aaron, OJ, Toby, Mado, and Martine have led engaging visits. Return to Paris when you choose with the included train ticket.

“Our tour guide Toby was very knowledgeable and took us to many of the fountain displays ensuring we saw the ‘dancing waters’ with music accompaniment.”

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4.Train Exp. through the Alps (Royal Baroque Route from Nice)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 682 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $204Top rated

Leave Nice by train for a full day in the French Alps with guides such as Carmela, Cyril, or Samuel. Visit medieval villages, the Saorge monastery, and mountain viewpoints, with a local lunch included. Expect scenic rail travel, changing routes, and up to 15 kilometers of walking, including steep climbs.

“One day before departure we were told that the trip would be cancelled unless the four remaining participants each paid an additional €30 atop the fee previously paid. That was an unpleasant last-minute demand.”

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5.Versailles Domain Bike Tour with Palace Entry by Train from Paris

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 593 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $131

Travel by train from Paris, then cycle and walk through Versailles’ huge royal grounds with guides such as Marley, Jude, David, or Cedric. Visit the Trianons, Marie Antoinette’s Hamlet, and the Grand Canal before touring the palace independently with an audio guide. Expect a full, active day with plenty of walking.

“Marley was such an amazing tour guide! We had so much fun biking in and around Versailles and having lunch with our delicious items from the farmers market. It is a day we will always remember! Thank you so much 😍”

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