The comparison at a glance
| Tour | Length | Price "from" | What's included | Who it's for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small group, 8 people maximum | About 5 h | From €99 | Transport, small-group visit | Best balance | See |
| Guided trip to Giverny | About 5.5 h | About $146 | Transport (about 90 min on the road), entry included, no meal | Accompanied visit | See |
| Private Mercedes | About 6.5 h | About $326 | Private car, driver | Couple or family | See |
| Private trip to Giverny | About 5 h | About $470 | Private trip | Free pace, private party | See |
Small group of 8 people
This half day is limited to 8 people, lasts about 5 hours and starts at €99. It is the best balance of comfort and price for a first visit.
Guided trip
This trip lasts about 5.5 hours, with about 90 minutes on the road. Entry is included, the meal is not. The price shown is what we saw for a guided trip of this type; reconfirm it on the listing.
Private Mercedes
The private car lasts about 6.5 hours for about $326; it is rated 4.6 out of 5, but from only 26 reviews. With 3 or 4 people, the price per person drops sharply.
Private trip
The private trip of about 5 hours costs about $470 and is not suited to visitors with reduced mobility. It is the most expensive of the selection.
What isn't included and the pitfalls
- The season: Monet's gardens are generally open from 1 April to 1 November; check the dates on the Monet house page.
- Entry and transport: not every tour includes the entry ticket; check. The full-price ticket costs €13.
- Meals: generally not included.
- Reduced mobility: some tours are not suitable.
- Crowds: May and June are very busy, book early.
Which tour to choose?
- First visit, normal budget: the small group of 8 people.
- You prefer a guide: the 5.5-hour guided trip.
- Couple or family: the private car.
- Entirely free pace: the private trip.
- Tight budget: train and shuttle, see our guide.
