Out of Paris Getaways
A whole world of beauty just one hour from Paris
Charming villages, quiet forests, historic castles, artists’ homes, gardens and riverbanks — along with local markets and regional delicacies
All personally curated and guided by Myriam,
your insider to France.
This is the France Parisians seek for fresh air, heritage, and the pleasures of local cuisine.
Each getaway is personally crafted to offer an authentic and memorable experience.
Discover a whole other side of France — authentic and deeply inspiring.
Looking for a breath of fresh air beyond the city?
Just one hour from Paris, a whole world of beauty, nature, art and French heritage is waiting for you — places Parisians themselves escape to when they need a real break.
If you’ve already visited Versailles, Chantilly or Monet’s House in Giverny, this is where the authentic magic begins. Dozens of elegant castles, painter villages, gardens, forests, riversides and gourmet destinations are hidden all around Île-de-France — and I’ve curated the very best of them for you.
I personally come pick you up in Paris and drive you to each destination — no chauffeurs, no buses, no rigid schedules.
Just a warm, intimate and truly local escape, guided by someone who knows these places the way Parisians do.
We’ll explore charming villages, meet artists, discover iconic estates, taste regional products and enjoy a smooth, personal and fully tailored French experience.
You’re in the right place.
Bienvenue — and enjoy the Parisian countryside like a true local!
Escape the city and discover the real France
Fontainebleau Castle & Painters’ Village Getaway
A royal journey through 900 years of history — combined with nature, forest landscapes and 19th-century artistic heritage.
Step into one of the greatest jewels of French history.
At the Château de Fontainebleau, home to François I, Henri IV, Marie-Antoinette, and Napoleon!
You’ll explore nearly nine centuries of royal life, exquisite architecture, and breathtaking galleries and gardens.
After the castle visit, we continue to a nearby 19th-century artists’ village, birthplace of major artistic movements. You’ll discover intimate galleries and workshops, learn about the painters and sculptors who shaped modern art, and enjoy the charming small shops of the village.
We’ll also take a gentle walk through the Fontainebleau Forest, famous for its unique rock formations and warm woodland atmosphere.
(And in autumn — mushroom picking!)
Lunch is free in the village, depending on the season — on a sunny terrace or by the fireplace in a cosy, stylish local restaurant (not included in the price).
Starting point: Paris — pick-up & driving by Myriam
Duration: approx. 7 hours
Available: year-round
From: 250 € / person
Vaux-le-Vicomte & Artists’ Village Getaway
I personally come pick you up in Paris and drive you to one of the most surprising places in French history — the château that impressed Louis XIV so intensely that it inspired Versailles itself.
A masterpiece of harmony and grandeur, Vaux-le-Vicomte is a stunning introduction to French art de vivre.
From there, we continue to a charming artists’ village for a nature walk, ateliers, local stories and a gourmet stop in one of France’s most iconic culinary regions — where a famous cheese awaits… but chuuut, I’ll tell you everything on the day.
A warm, intimate and beautifully curated escape, guided and driven personally by Myriam.
Starting point: Paris — pick-up & driving by Myriam
Duration: approx. 7 hours
Available: year-round
From: 250 € / person
Provins Medieval City Getaway
A UNESCO medieval escape blending history, roses and
regional gastronomy 1 hour away from Paris.
I personally come pick you up in Paris and drive you to Provins, a medieval town where time seems to stand still.
Together, we wander through the ancient streets, explore its unique fortifications and climb the famous César Tower for unforgettable views over the countryside.
Provins is also known for its rose gardens and centuries-old rose tradition — a gentle, fragrant moment in the heart of medieval France.
Throughout the day, we enjoy small local discoveries, regional flavours and a relaxed lunch in a warm, authentic restaurant (not included).
A beautiful journey into history, nature and gastronomy — guided and driven personally by Myriam.
Starting point: Paris — pick-up & driving by Myriam
Duration: approx. 7 hours
Available: year-round
From: 250 € / person
19th-Century Woman Painter’s House & Artists’ Village Getaway
An intimate artistic escape — history, nature and the preserved home of a remarkable 19th-century painter.
I personally come pick you up in Paris and drive you to a poetic corner of the countryside, where art, nature and history blend beautifully.
We begin in a charming 19th-century artists’ village, with its peaceful lanes, boutique workshops and authentic local atmosphere — a place that inspired generations of painters.
The highlight of the day is the visit of the home of a remarkable 19th-century woman painter. Her preserved interiors offer a rare, intimate step back in time — as if she had just left the room moments ago.
We enjoy a relaxed lunch in the village (terrace in summer, cosy fireplace in winter — not included), followed by a delightful tea-time break with a delicious pastry in the most charming tea spot of the region (included).
A soft, artistic and deeply inspiring escape — guided and driven personally by Myriam.
Starting point: Paris — pick-up & driving by Myriam
Duration: approx. 7 hours
Available: year-round
From: 250 € / person
Secret Museum, Botanical Roses & Green Getaway
A refined blend of art, gardens and nature
just minutes from Paris
I personally come pick you up in Paris and drive you just outside the city, to one of the most elegant and peaceful escapes in the region.
We begin with a beautiful secret museum surrounded by exquisite gardens — a place loved by Parisians for its refined atmosphere, artworks and quiet charm.
Depending on the season, we enjoy a relaxed lunch on a terrace hidden inside a park or in a cosy brasserie just outside Paris (not included).
In the afternoon, we continue through the green countryside and visit one of France’s oldest and most impressive rose gardens — a serene, fragrant moment among hundreds of rare varieties.
A gentle, elegant and rejuvenating getaway — guided and driven personally by Myriam.
Starting point: Paris — pick-up & driving by Myriam
Duration: approx. 7 hours
Available: year-round
From: 250 € / person
King’s Secret Castle & Chartres Getaway
A royal secret, a medieval gem and a taste of French tradition — all in one unforgettable day.
I personally come pick you up in Paris and drive you to one of the most intriguing places in French royal history — a magnificent château where Louis XIV lived a more intimate, hidden life, far from the court.
We visit the home of Madame de Maintenon, explore the royal apartments, and admire the impressive viaduct the King began building to bring water to Versailles.
After a relaxed lunch at a discreet local restaurant — a favorite of the French national football team (not included) — we continue to Chartres, one of France’s most beautiful medieval cities.
There, we stroll through the old town and visit the extraordinary 13th-century cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and UNESCO treasure.
To end the day, we taste a sweet-and-salty local specialty — a delicious regional surprise.
Starting point: Paris — pick-up & driving by Myriam
Duration: approx. 7 hours
Available: year-round
From: 250 € / person
Napoleon & 19th-Century Jewish Heritage Getaway
A curated journey through Napoleonic elegance and the hidden stories of France’s 19th-century Jewish elite.
I personally come pick you up in Paris and drive you to a fascinating part of French history — a blend of Napoleonic grandeur and the rise of the 19th-century Jewish bourgeoisie.
We begin with one of the region’s most impressive châteaux, surrounded by vast parks and elegant gardens that reflect both power and refined aesthetics.
We then continue to an intimate country residence closely linked to Napoleon and his inner circle — a place full of personal stories and unexpected connections. Here, you’ll learn how several influential Jewish figures quietly shaped France’s political and cultural landscape during this pivotal century.
Lunch takes place in a charming historical town, in a traditional French brasserie (not included), followed by a delightful pastry and coffee break in one of the area’s best bakeries (included).
A surprising, elegant and deeply enriching historical escape — guided and driven personally by Myriam.
Starting point: Paris — pick-up & driving by Myriam
Duration: approx. 7 hours
Available: year-round
From: 250 € / person
Van Gogh’s Home, Village &
Countryside Getaway
Walk in Van Gogh’s footsteps through Auvers-sur-Oise
Art, emotion and countryside beauty.
I personally come pick you up in Paris and drive you to Auvers-sur-Oise, the peaceful village where Vincent van Gogh spent the last months of his life — and created some of his most powerful masterpieces.
We visit his final home, walk through the places he painted, and pay a moving tribute at his tomb, surrounded by the same fields and light that inspired him.
The village is still filled with artists, admirers and quiet corners that feel unchanged since the 19th century.
For lunch, we stop at the historic tavern where Van Gogh used to eat (not included) — a simple, authentic moment that feels like stepping inside one of his letters.
On the way back to Paris, I take you to a remarkable hidden spot in the region — a beautiful surprise that completes this day of art and emotion.
An intimate, inspiring and deeply touching getaway — driven and guided personally by Myriam.
Starting point: Paris — pick-up & driving by Myriam
Duration: approx. 7 hours
Available: year-round
From: 250 € / person
Versailles Half-Day Getaway
A perfectly curated royal escape
The essence of Versailles in just half a day.
Discover the grandeur of France’s most legendary palace, Versailles.
A journey through centuries of history, art, power and elegance, surrounded by magnificent salons, royal apartments and breathtaking gardens.
Several visit options are available so you can explore Versailles the way that suits you best:
✔ with certified guides for a deep, expert-led visit
✔ or with lighter, flexible options focused on the essentials, atmosphere and stories
You’ll travel comfortably from Paris (car, van or public transportation) and enjoy a beautifully curated experience with time for photos, gardens, and the iconic highlights of the Château.
A majestic day trip blending culture, beauty and unforgettable moments in one of France’s most extraordinary places.
Starting point:
• Pick-up at your hotel or rental in Paris (car option),
• or meeting point at the RER station for the public transportation option.
Visit options:
• In-depth visit of the Château & Gardens with a certified Versailles guide,
• or Essential Discovery Tour of the Estate & Gardens — a smooth introduction to Versailles’ key highlights.
Transportation:
• By car — driven personally by Myriam
• or by public transportation (RER C) from Paris
Schedule: Morning or Afternoon option
Duration: approx. 4 hours
Available: year-round (except Mondays)
From: Prices vary depending on the chosen option
Chantilly Castle & Whipped Cream Getaway
A royal château, world-class art and the true taste of Chantilly whipped cream.
I personally come pick you up in Paris and drive you to Chantilly, a magnificent château surrounded by lakes, forests and elegant French gardens.
We explore the castle’s grand salons, private suites, Art Galleries and the impressive Great Stables, before enjoying a peaceful walk in the gardens and a short visit of the old town.
Lunch takes place in a traditional local restaurant (not included), followed by a unique Chantilly Cream demonstration by a Knight of the Brotherhood.
You’ll learn how to whip your own authentic Chantilly cream — and enjoy it for dessert.
A gentle, cultural and delicious escape, ending earlier in the afternoon — driven and guided personally by Myriam.
Starting point: Paris — pick-up & driving by Myriam
Duration: approx. 7 hours
Available: year-round
From: 250 € / person
