Do NOT attempt Versailles any other way. Stu was great! He has a way of telling the history in an interesting way as a story. We learned... read moreDo NOT attempt Versailles any other way. Stu was great! He has a way of telling the history in an interesting way as a story. We learned so much. This was my 3rd visit to Versailles. I hardly got anything out of my previous tours in comparison. We saw behind the scenes, places where you couldn't normally go. Plus all the essentials. We stayed away from the crowds and lines. Other bike tours were jealous of us with their large groups. Stu knows his stuff! He is very interested in history and it shows. Not your average tour guide. This is hands down THE best Versailles tour! You will not regret booking with Boutique Bike Tours! read less

 The Versailles bike tour guided by Stu and Nicki was our favorite excursion during the six wonderful days exploring Paris with our family of five (children ages 6, 8, 10).... read moreThe Versailles bike tour guided by Stu and Nicki was our favorite excursion during the six wonderful days exploring Paris with our family of five (children ages 6, 8, 10). We were truly treated to the insights and experiences of an insider and innovator. Stu was our guide but we did get to spend some time with Nicki too! She introduced us to the market and coordinated the wine and cheese tasting. The kids loved picking out items at the market for our picnic later that day while the parents loved picking out an amazing red burgundy after the wine tasting. 🙂 Stu was incredibly knowledgeable and even though I had been to Versailles before - I experienced and saw more than I knew was even possible! These are incredibly well-educated - plus they are both lawyers! Every aspect of this tour was incredibly enjoyable. The (British) bikes are classic. The rides are easy and beautiful (countryside around Versailles). The market was fresh and fun. Starting with the gardens is brilliant! The picnic on the grounds delightful. The history and background comprehensive. Oh - and the skipping lines part?! Yes!! You do NOT want to wait in a line at Versailles FOR SURE! Seriously, this was our favorite part of our trip and has left us with outstanding memories and a desire to return quickly and explore the other tours offered by Boutique Bike Tours with Stu and Nicki! read less

What a day we had with Stu (and Nikki)! Every detail was accounted for - from getting out to Versailles (and back), to skipping every headache-y line imaginable. Stu knows... read moreWhat a day we had with Stu (and Nikki)! Every detail was accounted for - from getting out to Versailles (and back), to skipping every headache-y line imaginable. Stu knows the ins and the outs of Versailles, brought to life each character/member of the royal family, and made absolutely certain our family had such an incredible experience. I would implore anyone looking for a similarly terrific tour, to book today! read less

Versailles bike tour This is THE way to see and experience Versailles! We skipped the incredibly long lines and went right in to see the Château. Then we spent time at a local... read moreThis is THE way to see and experience Versailles! We skipped the incredibly long lines and went right in to see the Château. Then we spent time at a local marketplace to purchase fresh bread, cheese, fruits and veggies, pastries, etc. to take for our lunch on the Grand Canal in Versailles. Biking everywhere was a great way to see the area and was very low key. We were taken to areas that most people miss, and were some of our favorites. Our tour guide Nichola was a pleasure to be with and very knowledgeable and friendly. They were very accommodating and easy to work with. We don’t drink alcohol so they provided fruit juice for us during the wine and cheese tasting. It was a Fantastic tour and could not recommend highly enough. 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

My parents & I took a tour with Stu last August & nearly a year later, I still think about it all the time! Not only was he extremely friendly,... read moreMy parents & I took a tour with Stu last August & nearly a year later, I still think about it all the time! Not only was he extremely friendly, but he was an excellent story teller and made me really interested in the history of Versailles. He has a remarkable talent for making history come to life, and it was easily my favorite day that I spent in France. If you’re looking for a memorable experience and a chance to learn more then this is absolutely the way to do it. read less

Must do! Loved this day trip!!! Must do. There is so much to see in Versailles and this bike tour allows you to see all the most important points and experience everything... read moreLoved this day trip!!! Must do. There is so much to see in Versailles and this bike tour allows you to see all the most important points and experience everything there is! The whole 9 hours were jam packed with sights. You never have to wait in the ridiculously long lines like all the people touring the sites without a tour... which is worth the money alone! Skipping the line improves the entire experience, you never want to wait 6 hours to view the chateau. We waiting probably 10 minutes! When we visited, the weather was 40 degrees Fahrenheit. I could not wait in those conditions. To top it all off, our tour guide was a master at her craft. She gave the best historical insight and made it really fun! (I don’t like history) Becoming educated on the history of Paris makes me love it so much more. Thank you Boutique bike tours!! read less

Incredible Team and Incredible Experience We love to travel. And we aren't passive travelers. This is our first time in Paris and after researching, we chose two tour with Boutique Bike Tours.

Stu is immensely knowledgeable... read moreWe love to travel. And we aren't passive travelers. This is our first time in Paris and after researching, we chose two tour with Boutique Bike Tours.

Stu is immensely knowledgeable and connected and quite talented at his craft. I love the serendipitous moments when you are around folks doing what they love. It is almost a superpower. Stu leads amazing tours of Paris and the palace.

Nikki is a perpetual source of happy and manages the logistics of where you need to be. It is such a pleasure to have a great tour and a really really well run experience. They really care to ensure you have a fabulous experience.

Stu and Nikki manage not only your learning but your experience. This is so unique.

Our Versailles Tour was led for the first part by Pascal who is also statistically awesome. An expert and perhaps one of the world's most interesting men. Seriously he could star in a Heineken commercial. A family on our tour brought their 5 and 8 year old kids and you can imagine the complexities that adds to any tour. Especially 9 hour tours. Pascal managed and engaged with hose kids like Maria Montessori. Brave family for taking them but what could have been so derailing was manged in a way that was inspiring.

Seeing folks do what they love and doing well is contagious.

You should have no second thoughts about booking anything with Stu and Nikki as along as you are somewhat decent shape and know how to ride a bike and have some serious interest in France. read less

Our absolute highlight!! 10/10!! I’d painstakingly researched- thoroughly (for years) - for family/children friendly tours of Paris and Versailles.

Boutique Bike Tours was a definite stand out for me.

All the reviews stated knowledgeable, friendly tour... read moreI’d painstakingly researched- thoroughly (for years) - for family/children friendly tours of Paris and Versailles.

Boutique Bike Tours was a definite stand out for me.

All the reviews stated knowledgeable, friendly tour guides, promising small groups, exclusivity in the grounds/gardens/palace, and extra cultural experiences with the Versailles markets and amazing local produce inclusive etc.

Oh my goodness!

Nicky was our main group tour guide (we also were very fortunate to meet and deal with her lovely partner Stu too).

My 9 year old, introverted son still talks about Nicky and all she taught him throughout the Versailles gardens.

She absolutely engaged my 4 children (ranging from 16-9). They learned more about French royal history in that tour than they will likely ever learn in their lives. And they literally loved every minute of when Nicky spoke! As did we all.

The bike ride through Versailles was such a dream. It met my ridiculously high expectations- and then easily exceeded them. Purely because of the impeccably fine-tuned, attention to detail and intimate set up that Boutique bike tours has carefully created.

The way the guys customised the bikes/equipment and historical stories to suit and engage my children was so very professional. I take my hat off to them.

It’s still my absolute stand out experience of all of my European adventures to date (I’m a 40yr old Australian).

Nicky, Stu and co- we absolutely sing the highest praises for your amazing business!

We will come back to France just to take another tour with you.

Thank you again x read less

Really quality experience here! Stu and Nikki are super knowledgeable, they make this tour really fun without feeling like a traditional tour group. This is a must do if you're... read moreReally quality experience here! Stu and Nikki are super knowledgeable, they make this tour really fun without feeling like a traditional tour group. This is a must do if you're going to visit Versailles. read less

We we're in Paris for about 72 hours total and wanted to do Versailles one day. Seemed difficult to manage on our own so we found a bike tour. This... read moreWe we're in Paris for about 72 hours total and wanted to do Versailles one day. Seemed difficult to manage on our own so we found a bike tour. This thing was ridiculously worth the price. Like, the amount of money you pay for these guides to hang out with you for 8-10 hours doesn't seem like enough. You'll be lucky if you can book tickets a few months out as I hear it's booking up fast. I can't imagine anyone being dissatisfied with one of their tours. Book now!! read less

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