Vaux-le-Vicomte
In short
Vaux-le-Vicomte by Tesla with a private driver — from €390 (sedan) / €480 (van), 5h.
- Price : From €390 sedan · €480 van
- Duration : 5h
- Included : Private driver, 100% electric Tesla, tolls & parking, entrance tickets not included
Vaux-le-Vicomte, the château that inspired Versailles
About 55 km southeast of Paris, Vaux-le-Vicomte was built for Nicolas Fouquet, Louis XIV's finance minister, by the very trio — Le Vau, Le Brun, Le Nôtre — who would go on to build Versailles. The 1661 inauguration party was so lavish it triggered Fouquet's downfall and pushed the king to build something even grander.
The château is now regarded as one of the purest examples of French classical architecture, with its formal gardens and mirror-still moat.
The Vaux-le-Vicomte day trip from Paris
Expect about an hour's drive from Paris. The quiet Tesla makes this longer ride comfortable, and your driver builds the visit around the château and a walk through the gardens as you prefer.
The excursion runs about 5 hours including travel. Tolls and parking are included; château entrance tickets are not.
Good to know
Candlelit evening visits animate the château on select dates from spring to autumn — a memorable option if your schedule allows it; check the château's calendar before booking.
What’s included
Sedan or van?
| Sedan | Van | |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 1-4 | Up to 7 |
| Luggage | 2-3 | 6-7 |
| Price | 390 € | 480 € |
FAQ
Is Vaux-le-Vicomte far from Paris?
The château sits about 55 km southeast of Paris, roughly an hour's drive.
Can the excursion be timed around the candlelit evenings?
Yes, the ride can be timed around the candlelit evenings held on select dates; check the château's calendar before booking.
What's included in the excursion price?
The private driver, the Tesla, tolls and parking; château entrance tickets are not included.
