Louvre Masterpieces and Royal Palace Tour in Small Group

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Full description Explore the Louvre Museum with Skip-the-Line Access

Immerse yourself in the art and history of the world's most visited museum, the Louvre, with this small-group tour featuring Skip-the-Line Access. Led by an expert guide, you'll have the opportunity to explore the best of the Louvre's extensive collection as well as discover some hidden gems. The Skip-the-Line Access ensures that you maximize your time inside, allowing you to skip the long entry lines.

Embark on a journey through time as you explore a collection spanning from Ancient Egyptian artifacts to Neoclassical masterpieces. While the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo are some of the museum's most famous attractions, they are only the beginning of what you'll encounter during the tour.

Begin your exploration with the Great Sphinx of Tanis, an ancient Egyptian relic dating back 4,000 years. From there, move on to the Louvre's Greek and Roman antiquities, including stunning pieces such as the Nike of Samothrace and the Venus de Milo. Your guide will help you discover subtle details that you might have otherwise overlooked.

Continue on to the Italian Renaissance section and get up close to the enigmatic masterpiece, the Mona Lisa. Your guide will provide captivating commentary on the history of this iconic painting, various interpretations, and the techniques Leonardo da Vinci used to create the enigmatic smile that has fascinated art lovers for centuries. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to see other important works by Da Vinci and Raphael, as well as lesser-known gems, providing a comprehensive view of this influential period in art history.

Delve into the golden age of French Romanticism with a visit to masterful allegories depicted in Delacroix's 'Liberty Leading the People' and Géricault's 'Raft of the Medusa.’ Your guide will explain that the latter does not depict the French Revolution but an uprising against the restoration of the monarchy in 1830, and the distant message of hope concealed in the horizon.

During the tour, you'll also encounter Michelangelo's 'Dying Slave' and Antonio Canova's sculpture 'Psyche Revived by Cupid's Kiss.’ In the Apollo Gallery, you'll catch a rare glimpse of what the Louvre's interior looked like before it became a museum in 1793 and get a chance to see the Crown Jewel collection. This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the Louvre's impressive collection without the usual crowds, providing an experience that may not be easily replicated Additional information This service ends inside the Louvre, under the glass pyramidExtra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security. As a result, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, we strongly suggest that you avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tourIt is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, & missed tours or tickets cannot be refundedOur coordinators will be wearing a blue jacket or top and holding a sign at the meeting point for easy recognitionThis tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommendedWe regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group toursNon-flash photography is permitted throughout the tourFrance’s tourist sites are among the most popular in the world. Skip the Line Access and careful planning limit our crowd exposure, but please be aware that some locations may be unavoidably busy during standard hoursPlease note that many sections of the museum are not air-conditioned (as A/C is not standard practice in France)Tours starting from 2:30 PM: Due to the operating hours of the museum, it may not be possible to visit the museum after the tour concludesTo comply with museum regulations, please be prepared to present an ID card for children below 18 years of ageCheck the full terms and conditions for visiting the Louvre at https://www.louvre.fr/en/visit/museum-rules Inclusions Expert, English-speaking tour guideSkip the Line entrance ticket and reservation fee included. Entry at the Louvre is free for visitors from the EU aged 18 to 26 years old.Headsets when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide Exclusions Hotel pick-up and drop-offTickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusionsOther services not specified Cancellation policy Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the service. Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided. Meeting Point Meet our team, dressed in blue attire, beside the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel. This prominent arch features a horse-drawn chariot on top. To locate it, stand with your back to the entrance of the Louvre Pyramid