Le Pecq to Chantilly and Royaumont Abbey: Day trip
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About your trip
Discover aristocratic grandeur and monastic heritage on this dual journey through French history. Begin at Chateau de Chantilly with its world-class art collections and magnificent French gardens, then continue to the serene Royaumont Abbey, a masterpiece of Cistercian architecture in the heart of Picardy.
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Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Le Pecq whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Relax as your Daytrip driver handles routes and timing between Chateau de Chantilly and Royaumont Abbey, so you can focus on aristocratic splendor and monastic serenity without scheduling or parking concerns.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Chateau de Chantilly and Royaumont Abbey should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From €172
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€516
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Le Pecq
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Chateau de Chantilly
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 hours - admission not included


Enter Chateau de Chantilly to discover the Musée Condé, housing France's second-largest collection of ancient paintings after the Louvre with masterpieces displayed in their original 19th-century arrangement as envisioned by the Duke of Aumale. Marvel at works by Raphael, Botticelli, Poussin, and Delacroix in the opulent Grand Apartments with their period furnishings, Sèvres porcelain, and decorative arts that showcase aristocratic taste and wealth. Don't miss the Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry, considered one of the world's most beautiful illuminated manuscripts with its exquisite calendar pages depicting medieval life in extraordinary detail. Stroll through André Le Nôtre's magnificent French gardens with their geometric patterns, ornamental water features, and the spectacular Grand Canal stretching into the distance toward the forest. Visit the architectural marvel of the Great Stables, designed to house 240 horses and considered among the most beautiful equestrian buildings ever constructed, now home to the Museum of the Horse with its collection of carriages, saddles, paintings, and live horses. If timing allows, catch one of the spectacular equestrian shows featuring haute école dressage, traditional hunting horn music, and demonstrations of historical riding techniques. End your visit at the charming Hameau village recreation where you can sample the famous Chantilly cream invented at the chateau in the 17th century by the chef Vatel, whose tragic story during a royal visit became legendary. Browse ticket prices and opening hours online before visiting: https://chateaudechantilly.fr/en/tickets-prices/
2
Royaumont Abbey
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 1 h 30 min - admission not included


Explore the peaceful ruins of Royaumont Abbey, founded by Saint Louis (Louis IX) in 1228 and once among the largest, wealthiest, and most influential Cistercian abbeys in France before its destruction during the French Revolution. Walk through the hauntingly beautiful remains of the Gothic church with its soaring arches that once reached 28 meters high and rose windows that filled the space with divine light, then visit the perfectly preserved refectory with its soaring ribbed vaults, delicate columns, and remarkable acoustics where 60 monks once dined in contemplative silence according to strict Cistercian rules. Stroll through the reconstructed cloister gardens with their medicinal herbs, aromatic plants, and geometric patterns that recreate medieval monastic gardens, and discover the abbey's remarkable role as a royal necropolis where members of the Capetian dynasty were buried in elaborate ceremonies. The site now hosts world-class concerts and cultural events in its atmospheric spaces—check if there's a classical music performance during your visit that takes advantage of the exceptional acoustics. Take time to walk the romantic English-style park with its artificial lakes, rare trees, and hidden paths, and reflect by the ponds and canals that once powered the abbey's mills, forges, and workshops, experiencing the profound spiritual tranquility that drew medieval pilgrims and continues to inspire visitors seeking peace, contemplation, and connection to France's sacred heritage. Visitors should verify the opening hours before visiting, as the hours are somewhat shorter in the winter months, and preview tickets online: https://www.royaumont.com/en/prepare-you-visit/visiting-the-abbey/
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Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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