Paris to Chartres and Chateau de Maintenon: Private day trip
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From Paris, journey through the French countryside to Chartres, where soaring spires and medieval streets await. After admiring the cathedral’s famed stained glass, continue to the tranquil Chateau de Maintenon - an elegant castle wrapped in gardens and royal intrigue. A perfect day of Gothic grandeur and quiet Renaissance charm.
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Rencontrez notre chauffeur professionnel là où vous préférez à Paris à l'heure qui vous convient le mieux. Pas de temps perdu pour rejoindre le point de ramassage, prenez votre sac et commencez votre voyage immédiatement.Découvrez plus avec l'expertise locale
Les connaissances locales de votre chauffeur donneront le ton de votre Daytrip. Un café caché ici, un restaurant incontournable là-bas ; des conseils d'initiés que vous adorerez partager plus tard. Ce n'est pas une visite guidée, mais votre trajet sera riche en histoires et découvertes en cours de route. Et tout au long de la journée, votre chauffeur sera disponible pour vous selon vos besoins, prêt à vous assister, heureux de vous aider, rendant votre voyage sans stress.Explorez à votre propre rythme
After arriving in Chartres, you'll have the freedom to explore its cathedral and medieval streets, at your own pace, before continuing on to Chateau de Maintenon, where you can walk through the gardens and castle rooms. Throughout the day, your driver will stay close, available to help out, offer recommendations, or share local insights, before ensuring a comfortable return to Paris.
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Que vous voyagiez seul, en famille avec des enfants, ou en grand groupe, ce service est conçu pour votre confort et votre flexibilité. C'est l'option idéale surtout si vous avez peu de temps ou un emploi du temps chargé.Bon à savoir
- Transfert privé en voiture aller-retour
- Véhicule climatisé
- Prise en charge et dépose personnalisées
- Chauffeur professionnel anglophone
- Eau en bouteille offerte
- Annulation gratuite 24 heures avant le départ
- Les billets d'entrée pour les attractions payantes à Chartres et Chateau de Maintenon doivent être achetés séparément sauf indication contraire
- Les repas, les collations et les pourboires ne sont pas inclus
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Annulation gratuite jusqu'à 24 heures avant l'heure de votre prise en charge.
Prix total pour un groupe de 1 à 3 voyageursTotal435 €
Votre voyage en un coup d'œil
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Chartres
N'hésitez pas à explorer à votre propre rythme et à découvrir
Arrêt : 3 h 30 min - entrée non incluse




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Chateau de Maintenon
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Arrêt : 2 h 30 min - entrée non incluse


Originally a medieval castle, the estate was purchased by Louis XII's treasurer Jean Cottereau, who transformed the castle into a country manor, and began a long process of renovations and expansions that continued through the 18th century. Louis XIV ordered the construction of an aqueduct through the property to feed the fountains of Versailles - ‘a work worthy of the Caesars’ according to François-René de Chateaubriand. Today, visitors can walk through the carefully manicured park to appreciate the mixture of spires and steeples projecting from the chateau. Inside, the owners carefully restored the rooms to their former glory, filling them to the rafters with period-correct furnishings, and all the accoutrements of noble life.
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Chartres Cathedral is considered the finest example of French Gothic architecture, renowned for its remarkably preserved 12th and 13th-century stained glass windows covering 2,600 square meters. During your 3.5-hour visit, you'll see the contrasting spires (one Gothic, one Romanesque), the intricate sculptures of the Royal Portal, and the famous labyrinth in the nave floor. The cathedral's 176 stained glass windows create a unique blue-tinted light that has inspired pilgrims and visitors for centuries.
Chateau de Maintenon offers a fascinating glimpse into French history as the home of Madame de Maintenon, King Louis XIV's second wife. During your 2.5-hour visit, explore the furnished castle rooms showcasing 17th-century living, admire the formal French gardens designed by Andre Le Nôtre, and see the remarkable unfinished aqueduct commissioned by Louis XIV to bring water to Versailles. The chateau provides a more intimate and less crowded historical experience than larger royal palaces.
Begin your 3.5-hour Chartres visit at the cathedral, allowing at least 90 minutes to appreciate the architecture, stained glass, and labyrinth. Consider hiring a local guide or using the cathedral's audio guide to understand the symbolic imagery. Afterward, explore the medieval old town with its half-timbered houses, particularly along the Eure River in the picturesque Quartier de la Basse Ville. The steep pedestrian streets offer charming shops and cafes perfect for a lunch break before continuing to Chateau de Maintenon.
If visiting between April and January, consider timing your day trip to include Chartres en Lumieres a spectacular light show where the cathedral and 24 monuments throughout the city are illuminated with colorful projections. The display runs nightly from nightfall until 1 AM (April-October) or midnight (October-January). Your Daytrip driver can adjust your schedule for an evening return if you wish to experience this magnificent free attraction.
Chartres is approximately 90 kilometers (56 miles) southwest of Paris, with a driving time of about 1 hour 15 minutes. Chateau de Maintenon is 20 kilometers (12.5 miles) further, adding about 25 minutes to the journey. The driving route takes you through the beautiful French countryside and agricultural landscapes of the Eure-et-Loir department. Your private Daytrip driver handles all transportation, allowing you to enjoy the scenery between destinations.
The Eure-et-Loir region offers several culinary specialties worth trying during your day trip. In Chartres, look for pate chartrain (game meat pate), mentchikoffs (chocolate-covered almonds), and the local beer produced by L'Eurelienne brewery. The area is also known for its Perche cider and poultry dishes. Several restaurants near the cathedral serve traditional regional cuisine, while the Chateau de Maintenon area offers quaint countryside eateries serving farm-to-table French dishes.
To maximize your day trip, arrive at Chartres early (around 9 AM) to experience the cathedral before tour groups arrive. Focus on the cathedral and old town during your 3.5-hour visit, perhaps including lunch at a local restaurant. At Chateau de Maintenon, take a guided tour of the interior (approximately 1 hour) and then explore the gardens and aqueduct independently during your remaining 1.5 hours. Your Daytrip driver can help coordinate timing between destinations.
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Si vous avez des questions, voici les réponses.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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