We had a great time yesterday. Thank you.

 This was my favorite part of our trip! Did both the Paris night tour as well as the Versailles ... both tours have a different vibe, both are cool,... read moreThis was my favorite part of our trip! Did both the Paris night tour as well as the Versailles ... both tours have a different vibe, both are cool, fun and unique. Highly recommend. read less

 Absolute only way to tour Versailles!! Went to front of line, market tour to get our lunch was FABULOUS, guides SO knowledgeable of history! Unbelievable tour!! A MUST!! Clean, newer,... read moreAbsolute only way to tour Versailles!! Went to front of line, market tour to get our lunch was FABULOUS, guides SO knowledgeable of history! Unbelievable tour!! A MUST!! Clean, newer, easy to handle bikes too! read less

Exceptionally well organized tour with knowledgeable guides My girlfriend and I are from Washington and did the Versailles Food & Palace Bike Tour and had a wonderful time. We went on Sunday, met up with the tour... read moreMy girlfriend and I are from Washington and did the Versailles Food & Palace Bike Tour and had a wonderful time. We went on Sunday, met up with the tour group, and took an express train to Versailles saving us quite a bit of time. Bikes are beautifully made and comfortable. Going on Sunday meant the Versailles farmer's market was open which was a highlight! I purchased wonderful herbs, salt, and food for our picnic. Versailles itself is magnificent and am so glad we took the day to experience the history. The fountains are operational on Sunday but not every day. Our guide Stu was incredibly knowledgeable and has an interesting professional background that I felt added to his credibility as an experienced guide. I learned so much and was entertained by the stories he shared about King Louis' reign. Stu handed us off to his fiance Niki who took us to a picnic lunch on the grounds by the water. Afterwards we toured Marie Antoinette's Hamlet with Niki which was a delightful comparison to the palace. Niki did a great job painting a picture of Marie's life and experiences. Afterwards we returned to Versailles to tour and watch the fountains and then headed back home. The tour is moderately strenuous. I was tired by the end of the day (was also 10 weeks pregnant) and I'm mid-30 and in reasonably good shape. If you're in poor physical health or have any injuries, you might want to reconsider your tour options. I've been on many tours but this is my first bike tour and I thoroughly enjoyed it. HIGHLY recommend this experience. Boutique Bike Tours created a fun and stress-free experience that is worth the value. read less

 WOW! What a great experience! It was the highlight of our trip to Paris. We had been to Versailles before, but did not get to see it... read moreWOW! What a great experience! It was the highlight of our trip to Paris. We had been to Versailles before, but did not get to see it like this. We started our day meeting Stu. He explained that we would do half our day with him and the other half with Niki. I will try not to write a novel, but there are so many good things to say. I will also try not to repeat too many of the same things the other reviews have to offer.

Our group was with Niki for the first half of the day. Niki is a bright and bubbly personality, and can make everyone feel as if she has known them forever. We rode from the bike pick-up point to the entrance of Versailles. Niki began here. She incorporates her group and morphs them into the characters as she weaves the history lesson around them. She is very informative and helps her audience/group gain understanding of the time in which Versailles was constructed and lived in. Even for the seasoned historian, Niki had so much more to offer.

After the initial intro to Versailles, we went to the local market and shopped for our lunch. Niki was attentive to us. She arranged for wine and cheese tasting from the vendors, helped our group shop, and then helped pack our lunches into our bike bags. Off we went for our day! The ride was very easy. My husband is a cyclist, but my daughter (15) and I are not. It was easy for all levels of riders and non-riders. The bikes have comfortable seats and are easily maneuverable. We rode onto the grounds and began our tour. We so enjoyed exploring the grounds, gardens, and Marie Antionette's hamlet with Niki. You could feel the love she has for Versailles. Getting to have lunch on the Grand Canal with all of the lovely things we purchased at the market was a wonderful experience too!

We finished of our day with the tour of the Chateau with Stu. We did not have to queue, and gained entrance quickly. Stu's knowledge of the architecture, art, and political climate of the day, gave us so much more than the previous time we were at Versailles. Stu was easy to answer questions. His knowledge is impressive. As a tilt of my hat to Stu, we did have one individual who began not to feel well. His attention to said individual was commendable. He made sure they were taken care of and did this seamlessly. His familiarity and interaction with the staff and security of Versailles says a lot about how they feel about him. They helped him and the individual immediately.

I would highly recommend Boutique Bike Tours. I can honestly say that the level of customer service, professionalism, and general love of what they do is evident all day. You would be amiss to not invest in your time at Versailles with them. read less

This was an amazing day. I cannot imagine a better way to appreciate and enjoy the scope and scale of Versailles. Stu was fantastic; passionate and knowledgeable about all aspects... read moreThis was an amazing day. I cannot imagine a better way to appreciate and enjoy the scope and scale of Versailles. Stu was fantastic; passionate and knowledgeable about all aspects of the area’s history. He was flexible and responsive to the group’s needs and interests; and a pleasure to spend the day with. Don’t do Versailles any other way! read less

Magical night biking around Paris On our final night in Paris we had the absolute pleasure of joining Stu's evening bike tour. It was the perfect way to finish off our visit to this special... read moreOn our final night in Paris we had the absolute pleasure of joining Stu's evening bike tour. It was the perfect way to finish off our visit to this special place. I have been to Paris many times, but I saw a new - and stunning - perspective to the city and learned a great deal of history that I didn't know. I enthusiastically recommend Stu, Nikki and team for those interested in having a fun-filled night seeing all the popular spots without the crowds and chaos. It was a perfect night! read less

 What a great interesting bike tour !! Well planned,organized and Fun !!

The only way to tour Versailles I signed up for this trip after reading through similar ones. The reason I selected this tour was the organization of the tour. The tour started early with... read moreI signed up for this trip after reading through similar ones. The reason I selected this tour was the organization of the tour. The tour started early with the back entrance to Versailles We avoided the crowds and left enough time to see the rest of the palace with a lunch trip to the local market to shop for our own food before settling at a picturesque spot just like to the picture for the tour. There is no question that a bike is needed to get a proper perspective of Versailles. All the highlighted spots were included on the tour. An added benefit was a slight workout for me. Unfortunately, one lady had to drop out of the tour because she hasn't been on a bike for years and was not comfortable in riding one even though the physical demand was very modest at best.

At the end of the day, I gained an appreciation of the magnitude of this historical site and a better understanding of French history. The tour guide, Nicholas, was very patient in answering all the questions and describing significant items of interest. Overall, this was one of the highlights of my Paris trip. read less

Fantastic bike tour of Versailles This is an overdue review of our bike tour in September. Nicolas was our guide for the day and he was fantastic. We really enjoyed the whole day,... read moreThis is an overdue review of our bike tour in September. Nicolas was our guide for the day and he was fantastic. We really enjoyed the whole day, which was well organised and informative. We managed to arrive at the meeting point a few minutes late (got lost on the way) but luckily were able to join our group before the train departed. read less

 Best tour in Paris, 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stu and Niki are so great from the beginning. Very kind, excited and happy to have us, they summarized our tour and got... read moreBest tour in Paris, 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stu and Niki are so great from the beginning. Very kind, excited and happy to have us, they summarized our tour and got us prepared for our great evening. We were given choice of bikes, assisted in adjusting for proper and safe fit, as well as offered safety gear and bike attachments to help us carry our bags. These guys are experts, with the studies, degrees and expertise to back it up. They have had loads of experience and Stu was raised in Paris so knows everything. They made the tour relaxed and personalized, small groups where everyone felt like friends and didn’t waste time but allowed all the time we wanted for photos and questions at any spot along the way. We were able to see the most popular tourist destinations without feeling much like we were in a tour at all. Biking makes getting around so quick and easy I would prefer it to walking any city now that I have experienced it. It was also v eu safe. They took the time to set up routes that minimize interactions with traffic and vehicles and know when to be extra cautious. We ended the evening on a beautiful boat tour and they even brought wine for us to enjoy. We felt like we spent the evening with old friends showing us their hometown, we can’t recommend enough! read less

We had a wonderful time on this bike tour and are definitely going to do it again when we return.