June Newsletter
~ Your Guide to Picturesque Travel in France ~
Greetings!
We are delighted to announce that our popular quarterly newsletter will now appear each month as an insider’s guide. Every issue opens with a Spotlight on a special event or exhibition in Paris and its enchanting environs. For an unforgettable trip, we recommend pairing the monthly Spotlight with one of our Signature Tours and an exclusive Sensorial Experience.
June Spotlight: The Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry
June 7 to October 5, 2025 - Château de Chantilly
Join us for a private, expert-led tour of a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition featuring one of the most significant medieval French illuminated manuscripts—Les Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry. Dating from 1412–1416, this illustrated book of hours will have its twelve unbound leaves displayed to the public for the first time since its creation. Curious travelers seeking authentic stories and close-up encounters with history will find this exhibition exceptional. Read more about the exhibition on our blog.
Signature Tour : The Unparalleled Elegance of Chantilly.
Often overshadowed by Versailles, Chantilly boasts one of France’s most remarkable cultural landscapes. Join our private tour, where expert guides delve into the estate’s history, weaving together stories of its art, architecture, and gardens.
Your day-long excursion can include:
The Musée Condé: Learn how Henri d’Orléans, Duke of Aumale, painstakingly assembled an art collection dedicated to French history—so extraordinary that it rivals the Louvre. These works never travel, so you’ll see remarkable masterpieces that can be viewed only in France.
Equestrian Heritage: Step inside the 18th-century Great Stables and see thoroughbred horses, watch a dressage show, and visit one of Europe’s finest equestrian museums.
André LeNôtre’s Gardens: Discover gardens designed by the legendary landscape architect, André LeNôtre, appreciating one of the finest examples of French formal garden design.
A Taste of History: Chantilly Cream
At Chantilly, the cultural landscape naturally extends to gastronomy. In the rustic enclave of Le Hameau, you may savor a fruit tart topped with Chantilly cream at lunch or afternoon tea. Possibly invented by the first celebrity chef, François Vatel, this subtly sweet cream is literally an enriching experience that engages all the senses!
Let Us Help You Plan Your Trip!
Whether you seek a one-day getaway or a week-long cultural immersion, we’ll help turn your trip into an unforgettable journey. Contact us at hello@picturesquevoyages.com, and our Franco-American team will craft a tour tailored just for you.
À très bientôt!
The Picturesque Voyage Team