Claude Monet guided daytrip to Giverny, Vernon, Rouen from Paris
Description
Experience the world of Claude Monet in a truly intimate and comfortable way. Our daytrip guided from Paris to Giverny, Rouen, Vernon is designed for travelers who want depth, elegance, and ease—without the rush of large bus tours. ✔ Small-group experience, relaxed atmosphere, personalized attention, and meaningful interactions with your guide. ✔ Luxury minivan transportation Travel in comfort with spacious seating, air conditioning, and smooth transfers between destinations—no crowded coaches. ✔ Expert, passionate guide Learn about Monet’s life, inspirations, and legacy through engaging stories, historical insights, and artistic context. ✔ Carefully curated itinerary From the medieval charm of Rouen, to the scenic beauty of Vernon, and the iconic Monet’s house and gardens in Giverny, each stop is thoughtfully timed to maximize enjoyment and avoid stress. ✔ Authentic, immersive experience Walk the same paths that inspired Monet’s masterpieces.
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Itinerary
Transfer: Paris > (70 km) > Giverny
Guided Tour: Claude Monet House & Gardens - Giverny, France Guided Tour of Claude Monet's House & Garden, The Sanctuary of Creativity. n 1883, Monet and his family settled in Giverny, renting a house and gardens that offered the domestic stability he had long sought. This picturesque location, nestled near the main road between the towns of Vernon and Gasny, became a source of inspiration for many of his celebrated works. The beauty of Giverny’s gardens and landscapes significantly influenced Monet’s art, leading to some of his most famous series of paintings, such as the Water Lilies.
Walking Tour, Shopping & Tea break: Claude Monet Street, Giverny, France
Le Vieux Moulin de Vernon is a charming historic watermill set along the Seine River in the town of Vernon, Normandy. Built in the 16th century, its half-timbered structure perched on old bridge piers gives it a distinctive, picturesque character. The mill and its surroundings inspired several Impressionist painters, most notably Claude Monet, who captured the light, reflections, and tranquil atmosphere of the Seine in his works painted nearby. Today, Le Vieux Moulin stands as a symbol of Vernon’s heritage and of the artistic legacy that flourished along the riverbanks of Normandy.
Transfer: Vernon > (65 km) > Rouen
Lunch break - free time * lunch it's not included
Guided tour of Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, famous for The Rouen Cathedral series painted in the 1890s by Claude Monet. The paintings in the series each capture the façade of Rouen Cathedral at different times of the day and year and reflect changes in its appearance under different lighting conditions.
Place du Vieux-Marché is one of the most historic squares in Rouen, France, and is best known as the place where Joan of Arc (Jean d’Arc) was executed in 1431. Today, a modern cross and the nearby Church of Saint Joan of Arc mark the spot of her martyrdom. Surrounded by half-timbered houses, cafés, and lively markets, the square blends medieval history with contemporary life, serving both as a place of remembrance and a vibrant social center of the city.
Transfer: Rouen > (135 km) > Paris
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Pickup Locations & Times
Please provide us the name and address of your hotel or accommodation in Paris ( 750xx area postal code ex 75001 for Louvre area). The driver or guide will wait the guest in the lobby or at the main entrance of the hotel or accommodation. He/She will have the Back Trip badge with the company name and logo. 12h before the activity starts you'll be informed about the exact pick-up time depending of the position of your hotel.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(12)
Tour was great but lines were long so buy tickets in advance!
Our Paris-to-Giverny-Rouen tour with BackTrip was excellent from start to finish. Alexandra was a wonderful guide who was both knowledgeable and engaging throughout the day. She shared fascinating history and insights in a way that kept the tour interesting and enjoyable. Her passion for the area and for Monet’s gardens truly enhanced the experience. The small-group tour was well organized, comfortable, and well-paced, allowing us to fully enjoy the beauty of Giverny without feeling rushed. Alexandra’s friendly personality and attention to detail made the day even more memorable. We highly recommend this tour and especially Alexandra as a guide.
Alexandra made my dream come true in visiting Claude Monet’s beautiful house and garden. Her knowledge of Monet’s life was excellent. I felt like I was visiting with a friend. There were two other ladies in the group and we all had a great day. A special treat was visiting the Joan D’arc museum. Lunch was enjoyed in a medieval village and Alexandra drove us all home safely. I look forward to my next experience with Alexandra - Back Trip
Monet’s house and garden and Rouen are worth the visit, but do your on research before as our guide wasn’t very informative. I knew we were in trouble when I asked her what that big building was across the river and she had to look at her GPS. It was the Louvre. I enjoyed being driven and she was a good driver, but not really educated on what we were seeing. She read out loud from her phone and some photocopies.
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed visiting Monet’s House & Gardens and Rouen, as these are truly exceptional places to discover. We would however like to provide some context regarding your experience. Your visit took place on May 8th, which is a national holiday in France (Victory Day). Due to the exceptionally high number of visitors in Giverny that day, waiting times to enter Claude Monet’s House & Gardens reached approximately 3 hours and can even extend to 4–5 hours during holidays and weekends. Unfortunately, these delays are entirely managed by the museum and remain outside of our control. In order to make your experience more enjoyable during this waiting period, we upgraded your tour by offering complimentary tickets to the Museum of Impressionism in Giverny, an additional visit not normally included in the tour. Additionally, your booking ultimately became a private experience for only two guests, allowing you to benefit from the full attention of the guide and a more personalized visit throughout the day. Regarding your comment about the Louvre Museum, we would like to clarify that the Louvre is located in Paris, nearly 100 km away from Giverny, and is not part of the tour itinerary. Our guide was most likely using the GPS for navigation and traffic management while driving safely. We would also like to explain that many art and Impressionism guides use tablets, images, and printed materials during tours. This allows guests to better understand Claude Monet’s life, his paintings, and the Impressionist movement through visual support that is not provided inside the museum itself. This is a common and professional practice for art-focused tours. We sincerely appreciate your feedback and remain committed to providing the best possible experience to all our guests. Best regards, Liviu C.
Alexandra was a very good guide. The tour was a good pace. It was a dream to visit Monet’s garden and home. Rouen was an interesting old town and the place of Joan of Arc’s demise.
This day trip was a truly memorable escape from Paris, beautifully combining art, history, and charming Norman towns. Giverny still feels magical. Walking through the peaceful streets of the village, you can sense the artistic spirit everywhere. Vernon was a delightful stop. The town is picturesque and authentic, with lovely historic architecture and the iconic old mill by the Seine. The Gothic cathedral in Rouen is absolutely stunning . Walking through the medieval streets and hearing the stories about Joan of Arc and the city’s rich past made the visit even more meaningful. A special highlight of the tour was our guide, Liviu. He is incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and passionate about the history and art of the region. His explanations were engaging and easy to follow, and he created a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for everyone. He truly made the experience richer and more personal. Overall, this tour is perfectly balanced — cultural, scenic, and inspiring. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to explore Normandy through art, history, and beautiful landscapes.
Our guide Mr. Liviu from Back Trip was simply an extra ordinary and fantastic guide. He was very knowledgeable, super friendly and caring. He showed us all the places according to our itinerary, explained the history and provided a lots of context about the places, we visited. He made our tour really awesome. Highly recommended. Hope to visit with him in our future trips.
The guide was wonderful. Not everything was open since it was winter, but our guide found great things for us to do and see. She found good places to eat and get coffee. It was a fantastic day that we will remember.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a memorable day, even during the winter season. Our guide will be thrilled to know her flexibility and local knowledge helped make the experience special—from finding great places to explore to enjoying good coffee and meals along the way. We truly appreciate you choosing this tour and hope to welcome you back to France for another unforgettable experience in the future! Best regards from Paris
Excellent trip to Rouen, Etretat and Giverny with a visit to Claude Monet house and lily garden. well spent day and thoroughly enjoyable
Thank you for your gracious 5-star review. We’re delighted that your journey to Rouen, Étretat, and Giverny was such a rewarding experience, and that the visit to Claude Monet’s house and iconic water lily gardens left a lasting impression. It’s a pleasure to know the day felt both enriching and beautifully curated. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you again for another exceptional experience. Best regards from Paris
This was a great introduction to Claude Monet and several of the sites of his most famous work. We arranged for a hotel pick-up, which made the trip easy. The van could, in theory, hold 7, but that would have been tight. We had 4. We arrived at Giverny when it opened, and beat the crowds, many of whom came from cruises. The Monet home is a museum into itself, and the gardens were beyond spectacular. The brief highlights tour of Rouen centered on the Cathedral, which Monet painted several times under various light conditions from what was then a hotel overlooking the cathedral face. We also saw and learned about Joan of Arc and her importance to Rouen and France. Finally, we had not anticipated the charm and beauty of Etretat, a coastal town surrounded by cliffs, which Monet again painted several times under various light conditions. Adding this third site made the trip unique...and also made for a long day for ourselves and our driver guide. It may take some stamina, but you'll find it rewarding. It brings life and depth to the Monet artwork at the Musee d'Orsay and the Orangerie (water lilies) at the Orangerie in Paris.
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed exploring Monet’s world — from the peaceful gardens of Giverny to the historic beauty of Rouen and the stunning cliffs of Etretat. It’s true, it’s a full day, but a rewarding one for any Monet admirer. We appreciate your kind words and hope to see you on another adventure soon