Chartres in tales and legends: from the cathedral to the city!

3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Discover Chartres like never before: a private experience between storytelling, history and wonder!

Want to live a unique adventure mixing history, legends and medieval splendor? Immerse yourself in an unforgettable private tour in Chartres, where captivating stories and historical expertise meet.

Treat yourself to a journey back in time, to the heart of a jewel of Gothic architecture and an enchanting medieval city.

Welcome to the world of Ad Vitam!

From the moment you arrive, your Ad Vitam guide, passionate speaker and storyteller, turns your visit into an epic full of emotions. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious, every moment spent with him promises to be memorable.

Explore the majestic UNESCO-listed Notre-Dame Cathedral: its enchanting stained glass windows, mystical maze and restored secrets. Finish in the medieval alleys, where history and charm are interwoven.

Book now and create memories for life!

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: French
Operated by: Ad Vitam - créateur de souvenirs

What is included

Included

Included: Maximum capacity of 30 people for a personalized experience.
Included: Access to unique historical and cultural anecdotes.
Included: Accompaniment by a guide storyteller Ad Vitam.
Included: Interactive exchanges and question opportunities.
Included: Discovery of the stained glass windows, maze, sculptures and medieval Heart of Chartres
Included: Guided tour of Chartres Cathedral and the Medieval City lasting 3 hours.

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Rental of headphones for groups of more than 10 people
Not included: Travel to and from the cathedral.
Not included: Meals or snacks during or after the visit.
Not included: Additional services, such as souvenirs or books.
Not included: Possible parking fees near the cathedral.

Itinerary

Cathedrale de Chartres

2 hours Admission not included

Immerse yourself in a private tour of Chartres where story and conference mix to reveal the splendour of Chartres Cathedral and the Medieval City, the living heart of history and heritage.

From the reception, an Ad Vitam guide, speaker and storyteller, takes you on a memorable immersive journey.

The adventure begins in front of the majestic Cathedral of Our Lady of Chartres, masterpiece of Gothic art and spiritual symbol listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

After a historical introduction on its central role in the Middle Ages, you enter through the royal portal, where every detail tells the soul of the builders.

Inside, the guide reveals the enigmatic maze of the nave, a metaphor for the inner journey of pilgrims. Between tales and historical explanations, it reveals the mystical and symbolic secrets of 12th century stained glass windows, these colorful windows where biblical stories and scenes of medieval life come to life, a unique immersive experience.
Chartres

one hour

During the visit, you will discover the breathtaking result of nearly two decades of restoration that restored Chartres Cathedral to its original shine.

The tour then continues to the picturesque streets of the city of Chartres, where you can discover the atmosphere of a flourishing medieval city. The guide shares anecdotes and stories, transporting you to the days of merchants, pilgrims and the daily life of this vibrant city, to evoke the often hidden treasures of architecture and half-timbered houses.

After exploring the stories, mysteries and architectural feats of this city and its sacred jewel, you will leave with another look at Chartres and the Middle Ages.