The majestic Royal Palatine Chapel will be the first stop on your private tour to Versailles. This will be an opportunity to learn more about the Royal Family’s close ties with the Catholic Church, as well as a better understanding of the Royal Absolute Power, which is the idea that the King was chosen by God to administer God’s justice to the people.
From there, your own guide will take you on a tour of the King’s State Apartments, bringing history to life. You’ll walk through the lavish salons, following in the footsteps of the Queen, the King, and their courtiers who frequented Versailles on a regular basis, while your own guide explains the history of the kings’ parties conducted here to delight the court.
Your guide will tell you about everything from the gaming tables to the theatre, comedies, operas, concerts, and secret performances at balls and masquerades, where courtiers would dazzle the court with their dancing talents (King Louis was a great connoisseur).
Your experienced guide will educate you on the complexities of The Etiquette, the regulations that govern every aspect of the Royal Family’s and the entire court’s lives from sunrise to dusk.
As you walk through Louis XV’s Council Chamber, Louis XIV’s Bedchamber, and the Bull’s Eye Antechamber before arriving in the regal elegance of the Queen’s Apartments, your guide will recreate the glories of court life through subtle symbols and symbolic imagery.
The exquisite grounds of the Château de Versailles are the next step and the following wonders to appreciate:
- The pleasure gardens are large, with 70 hectares, and it’s easy to get lost in the maze of trails and trees.
- Your knowledgeable guide will lead you on a journey through the lush alleyways, ensuring that you don’t miss any of the garden’s hidden gems.
- During your visit, you’ll also view the Orangerie, which has an astonishing 2000 orange trees, as well as the French and English gardens.
- All the guides on the private tour to Versailles are passionate about their work and are always happy to share their knowledge about Versailles and the Royal Family with you, including all of the city’s best-kept secrets.