The Charming Villages
Moret-sur-Loing by the river, a riverside lunch in Samois-sur-Seine, then the Château de Fontainebleau.
From, per group€699
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The Royal Christmas Escape · 14 November 2026 – 3 January 2027
Private escapes from Paris
Beyond theordinary.
Curated private days to charming villages, historic châteaux and natural escapes, with pick-up at your door in Paris.
- Private transport
- Iconic & authentic places
- Tailored experiences
- Up to 4 guests
BeyondParis Escape
Paris is only the beginning.
We take you beyond the postcards, to the villages, châteaux and forests around Paris that most visitors never see.
Each escape is a private day, carefully organised for you: a car and driver from your door, unhurried visits, a long French lunch, and moments you can add to make it yours.
Simple to book, warm in spirit, in English or in French.
BeyondParis Escape
Our experiences
Three Signature Escapes
One private day, one car, one story. Every escape ends at the Château de Fontainebleau, the home of French kings for eight centuries.
The Royal Château
The Château de Fontainebleau in the morning, lunch in town, then Vaux-le-Vicomte in the afternoon.
From, per group€699
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The Forest Retreat
The rocks and pines of Fontainebleau forest, lunch in the painters’ village of Barbizon, then the château.
From, per group€699
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14 November 2026 – 3 January 2027
The Royal Christmas Escape
Fontainebleau by day, then the lights, decorations and ice rink of the Grand Noël at Vaux-le-Vicomte. From noon to 8pm.
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Customize your experience
Make the day yours
Add a moment to your escape when you book. Each experience is offered in its own season: only those available on your date can be added.
Autumn & Winter
Winter Spa Experience
A moment of calm in a spa near Barbizon, before heading back to Paris.
€350 for twoSubject to confirmation
Autumn & Winter
French Tea Time
French pastries and tea, in a warm and cosy setting.
€95 for two
Year-Round
Horse Riding Experience
A ride through Fontainebleau forest, in a group or just for you.
From €100 per guestSubject to confirmation
Year-Round
Private Photographer
A professional photo session during your day, retouched photos delivered online.
From €190 per groupSubject to confirmation
Year-Round
Private Château Guide
The history and secrets of Fontainebleau with your own guide, about 1h30.
€190 per group
Year-Round
French Gourmet Tasting
A tasting of French specialities, chosen with local producers.
From €120 for twoSubject to confirmation
Available from April
Luxury Picnic
Replace lunch with a picnic prepared for you in a beautiful natural setting.
€150 per groupSubject to confirmation
Available from April
Private Electric Boat
Your own electric boat, no licence needed, at your own pace.
€180 per group
Available from April
Hot Air Balloon Experience
Fly over the forest at sunrise or sunset.
Price on request Subject to confirmation
How it works
Booking, simply
Choose your escape
Pick a date and tell us how many you are, from 2 to 4.
Make it yours
Add château tickets and seasonal experiences, or keep it simple.
Secure your day
Pay a 30% deposit online, securely with Stripe. The balance is due before your escape.
Let’s talk
We finalise every detail with you on WhatsApp, in English or French.
More than a day trip.
A personal and authentic way to experience the French art de vivre, beyond Paris.
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