Paris → Giverny
Paris to Giverny — Private Transfer 2026
Seventy-five kilometres northwest of Paris, in a village with no railway station, Claude Monet spent 43 years creating the most famous garden in France. The Japanese Bridge. The Water Lily Pond. The Clos Normand with its climbing roses and nasturtium paths. The pink house with green shutters where he lived, ate, collected Japanese prints, and painted the same water more than 250 times.
Getting there from Paris takes 1 hour 15 minutes by private transfer. Your Luxberri driver comes to your hotel door. The A13 motorway carries you northwest. And when you arrive at 84 Rue Claude Monet, Giverny — there is no group to follow, no bus schedule to meet, and no tour guide to keep up with. Just the garden, at your own pace.
Private Transfer vs Group Tour — The Honest Comparison
Every visitor planning a Paris to Giverny trip faces the same choice: book a private transfer or join a group tour. Here is the direct comparison:
| Group Bus Tour | Luxberri Private Transfer | |
|---|---|---|
| Pickup | Fixed central Paris point | Your hotel door |
| Departure time | Fixed (usually 8am or 9am) | Your choice |
| Journey | Shared bus, 45–60 passengers | Your vehicle only |
| Time in garden | Fixed (usually 1.5–2 hours) | No limit |
| Return time | Fixed — bus leaves with or without you | When you are ready |
| Ticket included | Sometimes (usually extra) | No — buy separately |
| Price per person | €45–€80 | From €53/person (group of 3) |
| Experience | Rushed, scheduled | Unhurried, personal |
For a couple or family of 3+, the per-person cost of a Luxberri private transfer is frequently comparable to or lower than group tour tickets — with a fundamentally better experience.
Fixed Prices — Paris to Giverny Private Transfer 2026
| Vehicle | Passengers | Price (round trip incl. waiting) |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes E-Class | Up to 3 | From €420 |
| Mercedes V-Class | Up to 7 | From €520 |
| Mercedes S-Class | Up to 3 | From €640 |
| Cadillac Escalade | Up to 6 | From €880 |
| Mercedes Maybach | Up to 4 | From €980 |
All prices include: hotel door pickup · A13 motorway tolls · driver waiting in Giverny · return to Paris hotel · Champagne bottle purchases welcome
Book Now Pay Later available — no upfront payment required
The Journey — Paris to Giverny
- Distance: approximately 75–85 km (47–53 miles)
- Duration: approximately 1h15 – 1h30
- Route: Paris → périphérique west → A13 → D5 → Rue Claude Monet, Giverny
- Pickup: any Paris hotel, apartment, Airbnb, or station
- Drop-off: Fondation Claude Monet entrance, village hotel, or restaurant
- Garden hours: late March to early November, 9:30am–6pm (last entry 5:30pm)
- Available: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Pickup From Your Paris Hotel
Your Luxberri driver comes to your hotel entrance — not to a bus stop or meeting point.
8th Arrondissement — Le Bristol, Four Seasons George V, Hôtel de Crillon. Direct west from the Champs-Élysées to the A13. One of the fastest Paris departures for Giverny.
1st Arrondissement — Mandarin Oriental, Westin Paris Vendôme. Clean westbound approach via the Bois de Boulogne.
7th Arrondissement — Shangri-La Paris, Pullman Tour Eiffel. The Eiffel Tower in the rear window as the A13 opens up.
The Marais — Pavillon de la Reine and boutique Marais hotels. Périphérique west approach.
6th Arrondissement — Hôtel Lutetia, Relais Christine. Left Bank departure.
Montmartre — 18th — Hotels and Airbnbs above the city. Allow 1h30 total to Giverny.
Any Paris Airbnb — full address at booking. Your driver comes to the building entrance.
Drop-Off at Giverny
Fondation Claude Monet — 84 Rue Claude Monet
Your driver delivers to the car park opposite the Fondation entrance. When your visit is finished, your driver is there — no time limit, no waiting anxiety.
Giverny village hotels and restaurants
Le Jardin des Plumes (Michelin-starred, advance reservation required), L'Ancien Hôtel Baudy, Le Clos Fleuri, and any other village address.
The 2026 Giverny Visit Calendar — When to Go
| Month | What's Flowering | Crowd Level | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Late March | Early tulips, daffodils | Very low | ⭐⭐⭐ Peaceful, cool light |
| April | Tulips, wallflowers | Low-medium | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful spring colours |
| Late April–May | Wisteria on Japanese Bridge | Medium-high | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Peak season — book early |
| June | Roses, irises, water lilies | High | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Arrive at 9:30am opening |
| July | Nasturtiums, geraniums | Very high | ⭐⭐⭐ Morning visits only |
| August | Dahlias, summer colour | Very high | ⭐⭐⭐ Arrive at 9:30am |
| September | Dahlias, autumn light on pond | Medium | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best month overall |
| October | Autumn colours, maple | Low | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Last weeks before closing |
| Nov–March | Garden closed | — | Visit Musée d'Orsay instead |
Best overall months: Late April/May for wisteria · September for autumn dahlias and fewer crowds
2026 Ticket Guide — Pre-Book Before You Arrive
⚠️ Do not arrive without a ticket from May to September.
Tickets to the Fondation Claude Monet sell out weeks in advance during peak season. Your Luxberri transfer is confirmed — but entry to the garden requires a pre-purchased ticket.
Book at: fondation-monet.com
2026 prices:
- Adult: €12.50
- Student (under 26): €8.00
- Child under 7: Free
- Combined ticket (garden + house): included in standard admission
Timed entry slots: 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am etc. Choose your slot to match your Luxberri arrival time. Your driver will advise on the optimal Paris departure time for your chosen entry slot at booking.
How to Structure Your Giverny Day
Half-Day (4–5 hours total)
- 8:15am: Driver collects from Paris hotel
- 9:30am: Arrive Giverny at garden opening
- 9:30–10:00am: Clos Normand flower garden
- 10:00–10:30am: Monet's house — Yellow Dining Room, Japanese prints
- 10:30–12:00pm: Water Garden — Japanese Bridge, Water Lily Pond
- 12:00pm: Driver at car park, depart for Paris
- 1:15pm: Back at Paris hotel
Full Day (7–8 hours total)
- 7:45am: Depart Paris hotel
- 9:00am: Arrive Giverny village, walk before gates open
- 9:30am–12:30pm: Full Fondation visit
- 12:30–2pm: Lunch at Le Jardin des Plumes (Michelin-starred)
- 2:00–2:30pm: Monet's tomb at Church of Sainte-Radegonde
- 2:30–4:00pm: Musée des Impressionnismes Giverny
- 4:00–5:30pm: Return to Water Garden — afternoon light
- 5:00pm: Depart Giverny
- 6:15pm: Arrive Paris hotel
Giverny + Honfleur Extended Day
- 9:30am: Giverny at opening
- Noon: Depart Giverny for Honfleur (45 min)
- 12:45pm: Honfleur harbour lunch
- Afternoon: Vieux Bassin, Sainte-Catherine Church
- 6pm: Return to Paris or overnight in Normandy
What's Included in Every Paris to Giverny Private Transfer
✅ Hotel door pickup — any Paris address, any arrondissement
✅ Driver waiting in Giverny throughout your visit — no time limit
✅ Fixed price — A13 motorway tolls included, confirmed at booking
✅ Return to your Paris hotel or onward destination
✅ English-speaking VTC-licensed chauffeur
✅ All luggage included
✅ Complimentary chilled water
✅ Child seat on request — no extra charge
✅ Book Now Pay Later — pay at journey end
✅ Free cancellation up to 24 hours
Not included: Fondation Claude Monet admission tickets (book at fondation-monet.com) · Restaurant meals
What You Will See at Giverny
The Clos Normand
Monet designed this flower garden between the entrance gate and the house as a living painting. The Grande Allée — the central path beneath iron arches covered in climbing roses — leads from the gate to the house steps. On either side: poppies, peonies, geraniums, salvias, and dozens of other species planted in colour groups designed as Monet would compose a canvas. Every season brings a different palette.
The Maison de Monet
The long pink house with green shutters is exactly as Monet left it in 1926. The Yellow Dining Room — vivid yellow walls covered in Ukiyo-e Japanese woodblock prints by Hiroshige, Hokusai, and Utamaro — is the most famous interior. The kitchen with its blue Delft tiles. The first-floor studio. A 20-minute visit that contextualises everything you will see in the Water Garden.
The Water Garden
A tunnel beneath the Rue Claude Monet leads to what Monet built in 1893 — the pond he created by diverting the Epte river, the Japanese Bridge, the weeping willows, and the water lilies that became the Nymphéas series. He painted this garden for 30 years. The Water Lilies at the Musée de l'Orangerie in Paris are the culmination. Standing at the bridge with the reflections in the water below is the experience those paintings come from.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Paris to Giverny private transfer cost in 2026?
From €160 for a Mercedes E-Class round trip including waiting time. From €220 for a Mercedes V-Class (up to 7 passengers). All A13 motorway tolls included. Pay at journey end with Book Now Pay Later.
How long is the drive from Paris to Giverny?
Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes from central Paris hotels via the A13 motorway. The Marais and western arrondissements (8th) are the fastest Paris departure points.
Do I need to pre-book garden tickets?
Yes — strongly recommended from May to September. Tickets at fondation-monet.com. Your Luxberri driver can advise on the best entry slot to match your Paris departure time.
Will my driver wait at Giverny?
Yes. Your driver waits in the car park opposite the Fondation entrance for the entire duration of your visit — 2 hours or 5 hours. No time limit. No additional charge.
Is a private transfer worth it over a group tour?
For families of 3+ or couples visiting in peak season (May–September), the per-person cost of a Luxberri transfer is comparable to group tour ticket prices — with hotel door pickup, no schedule pressure, and no 40-person group following the same path.
Can I combine Giverny with another Normandy destination?
Yes. Giverny + Honfleur (45 min from Giverny), Giverny + Rouen (45 min), or a full Normandy itinerary starting at Giverny. Arrange the full programme at booking.
Can I book Giverny as a half-day and still see the whole garden?
Yes. 2.5 hours covers the Clos Normand, the house, and the Water Garden at a relaxed pace. The full-day option adds the Musée des Impressionnismes, lunch at Le Jardin des Plumes, and a second Water Garden visit in afternoon light.
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