Paris Highlights Bike Tour

 Tremendous day spent with Nikki and Stu! Highly recommend- they were lovely. We learned so much and enjoyed every moment!

 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

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

We had a great time yesterday. Thank you.

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

During our family vacation to Paris this month, we took a bike tour of the Palace of Versailles with "Boutique Bike Tours". Stu and Niki we extremely knowledgeable and entertaining!... read moreDuring our family vacation to Paris this month, we took a bike tour of the Palace of Versailles with "Boutique Bike Tours". Stu and Niki we extremely knowledgeable and entertaining! They offer man bike tours...I highly, highly recommend!!!! read less

We did a lot of research so you don't have to. Book now! Book this tour for a lovely day spent with wonderful people. Very organized tour from start finish. Great communication prior, during and all the way back to our final destination.... read moreBook this tour for a lovely day spent with wonderful people. Very organized tour from start finish. Great communication prior, during and all the way back to our final destination. Bikes are in excellent condition and we felt very safe the entire tour. My fiancé and I searched several tours until we settled on this one and we have zero regrets! Book immediately if you want to feel the breeze in your hair, marvel at the beauty of Versailles, skip the wait and focus on the highlights, enjoy a picnic with food you handpicked yourself at one of the oldest markets in France, and if you are happy to meet other travelers who are just as excited as you! Thank you for such a lovely tour! 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

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

My wife Paula and I can't say enough good things about our experience with Stu and Niki on our bike tour in Versailles. Riding our bikes through town, getting food... read moreMy wife Paula and I can't say enough good things about our experience with Stu and Niki on our bike tour in Versailles. Riding our bikes through town, getting food at the market and having a picnic on the Versailles grounds was the best! Stu was an EXTREMELY knowledgeable tour guide who was very well informed about the palace and gardens. Both Niki and Stu made us feel so comfortable. This was one of the best tours we have ever taken. read less

 Fabulous, fabulous day spent with Stu and Nikki in Versailles. Highly recommend this tour. It is a must do if you want to not only see the Chateaux and... read moreFabulous, fabulous day spent with Stu and Nikki in Versailles. Highly recommend this tour. It is a must do if you want to not only see the Chateaux and it’s grounds, but want to understand a bit about the lives of those who built this magnificent place.

Stu and Nikki live in Versailles. It is their town and they are both full of life and energy, passionate about their town and the history and significance of the Kings Louie in the history of France and the world. They share many anecdotes about the kings, their courts and their ladies that bring the palace and its grounds to life.

The bicycle tour on the grounds was over the top. It was well organized, thoughtfully executed, and brought a sense of perspective to the scale and beauty of the grounds. We were fortunate enough to take a Saturday tour and were able to see the fountain show, which was amazing!!

The tour itself is a small group format, which allowed us to get to know our fellow cyclists and both Nikki and Stu. I give it a 15 out of 10!! Thanks again for a most memorable day! 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