Day Trips From Paris

Giverny is beautiful, and the village and museum are worth a visit - indeed, we chanced about a free piano concert by a world-class pianist in the village church, and a great ehibition of Monet's work other than waterlilies in the gallery! We took the tour mainly to avoid the hassle of queueing, and seeing the massive line of people waiting for entry, on a sweltering hot day, we were very relieved that we did. We did not take a guided tour, wanting to wander at our own pace. We ifnormed the tour guide that we ould probably not take the return coach trip, and she was impressively understanding, helpfully offering for us to make a later return back if we desired! In fact we walked down the bike track into town, stopped for a cold drink en route, and caught a train back. A great day out!