About this tour
A private car tour from Paris traces the footsteps of Monet and Van Gogh across two villages steeped in artistic history. Spend the morning in Giverny exploring Claude Monet's house and the water gardens that birthed his most celebrated paintings. After lunch at your own pace, head to Auvers-sur-Oise where Van Gogh's final chapter unfolded—visit the Ravoux Inn where he lodged, walk past the church he painted, and visit the graves of Vincent and Theo side by side. Your guide unpacks the stories behind each canvas along a 7–9 hour journey through the Île-de-France countryside.
Highlights
- Monet's house and water lilies gardens in Giverny
- Ravoux Inn where Van Gogh spent his last weeks
- Church at Auvers immortalised in Van Gogh's brush strokes
- Vincent and Theo's shared grave in the village cemetery
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with knowledgeable guide throughout
- Flexible unguided option with driver-only arrangement available
What to expect
You'll travel out of Paris in a private car, arriving at Giverny mid-morning to wander Monet's house and gardens at leisure—the Japanese bridge and lily ponds are as recognisable as the paintings. After several hours here, you'll drive to Auvers-sur-Oise, a quieter riverside settlement where Van Gogh arrived in May 1890. You'll visit the modest Ravoux Inn on foot, see the church that features in his final self-portrait studies, and pay quiet respects at the cemetery. The guide contextualises each location with stories of artistic vision and personal struggle. Travel time between sites means you're moving through French landscape as much as visiting fixed attractions.
Good to know
Lunch is on your own—the villages have modest cafés. The tour suits all fitness levels but involves walking uneven garden paths and village streets; not ideal if you have heart or mobility concerns. Infant seats available. Choose the unguided option if you prefer exploring at your own rhythm with just the driver coordinating access and timing.
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