Starting from Paris, travel through the Seine Valley and the French countryside to visit three art landmarks closely related to Impressionism.
First, arrive in Giverny and step into Monet’s garden and former residence. By the water lily pond, the Japanese-style bridge and the flower-lined path seem to step into a breathing oil painting.
Then head to the small town of Auver-sur-Oise to follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh’s last days. The church, the fields and the sky he painted all still retain that intense and lonely feeling.
Finally, return to Paris and face the masterpieces face to face at the Musee d ‘Orsay on the banks of the Seine. Here, masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Renoir, Degas and other great masters are gathered, bringing a perfect conclusion to the day’s journey in the art palace.
This is a journey that closely connects nature, life and art, allowing you to truly step into the world of Impressionism within a single day.
✨ Core highlights
Monet’s Garden: Explore the master’s source of inspiration and step into the real scenes of “Water Lilies” and “Nihonbashi”
Van Gogh Town: Trace the last days of the genius painter and feel the passionate and lonely trajectory of his life
Musee d ‘Orsay: Immerse yourself in the world’s most complete collection of Impressionist and post-Impressionist works
Immersive Experience: Walk through the dual scenes of nature and art in one day, moving from outside the painting to within it
Comfortable Travel: Small group departures, easy and worry-free, immerse yourself in enjoying art and scenery
Itinerary details
Starting point: Paris City center
In the dim light of the early morning, we set off from the city center of Paris. Outside the car window lies the gradually awakening “City of Light”. The reflection of the Seine River and the aroma of coffee at the street corner set the stage for the upcoming art journey.
The first stop: Giverny Monet Garden
Driving through the idyllic landscapes of France, we arrived at the holy land of Impressionism – Monet’s home and garden. Entering the garden, the water lily pond and the arched bridge seem to leap out of the canvas. The colorful flowers and the interplay of light and shadow recreate the most famous artistic conception in the master’s paintings. Entering Monet’s former residence, you will catch a glimpse of the warmth of the painter’s daily life and the source of his inspiration.
The second stop: The town of Auver-Sur-Oise
Then head to the poetic and sorrowful Van Gogh Town. Here, the last marks of Van Gogh’s life are preserved: the simple chapels, the golden fields and the stone-paved streets and alleys were all captured by his intense brushstrokes. Visit Van Gogh’s last residence and cemetery, follow the life trajectory of this genius painter, and feel the loneliness and passion behind his works.
The third stop: Musee d ‘Orsay, Paris
Returning to Paris in the evening, I walked into the Musee d ‘Orsay by the Seine River. Here lies the world’s richest collection of Impressionist and post-Impressionist masterpieces – Monet’s “Water Lilies”, Renoir’s “Dance at the Pancake Mill”, Van Gogh’s “The Starry Night”… A close encounter with the master’s original works brought a perfect conclusion to the entire day’s journey.
✨ This is an immersive journey through nature and art, taking you from Monet ‘s gardens to van gogh’ s sky and then to the halls of the Orsay, entering the soul world of impressionism in one day.