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Remember why you love to travel on this in-depth Paris trip. You’ll blend your very own unique fragrance, go behind the scenes and uncover the secrets of Montmartre’s artists’ quarter and imagine the charmed life of the 'Sun King' as you explore Versailles.
Remember why you love to travel on this in-depth Paris trip. You’ll blend your very own unique fragrance, go behind the scenes and uncover the secrets of Montmartre’s artists’ quarter and imagine the charmed life of the 'Sun King' as you explore Versailles.
Paris is yours to explore on this in-depth City Explorer. Check in to your centrally located hotel and spend the afternoon getting to know your surrounds. Wander through the leafy boulevards and winding lanes of the French capital, stopping for a leisurely café au lait while watching sophisticated Parisians go by. This evening, join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a quintessentially Parisian Welcome Reception.
Trip Summary Accomodation IconHotel - Le Méridien Etoile
Join your Travel Director this morning for a tour of this mesmerising city. View the grand Champs-Élysées, Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe, built for Napoleon in the 19th century. Delve into the hidden squares and secret passages of one of Paris's most historic neighbourhoods and a favourite local haunt that remains a secret to outsiders. Next, you’ll Dive Into Culture at Fragonard Parfumerie for a visit with a certified ‘nose' who will guide you in the creation of your own unique fragrance. Later, you’ll experience a true Parisian highlight, ascending to the top of the Montparnasse Tower for an astonishing aerial view over Paris, including the best views of the Eiffel Tower, with a glass of French champagne.
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Optional Experience
Seine Cruise and Paris Illuminations
To truly see Paris in all its glory, you need to see it from the Seine. Enjoy a cruise along this famous river and take in unmatched views of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower. Afterwards, we’ll drive through the City of Lights to see some of the fascinating sights this beautiful city has to offer. In summer, this trip may take place before sunset.
Adult Price: €38.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 3
Consider an Optional D-Day Experience
Spend the day soaking up the sights and sounds of this elegant European capital. Your Travel Director will suggest activities and attractions that will ensure a memorable day spent discovering Paris. You may wish to experience a full-day Optional Experience on the Normandy coast to uncover the poignant history of the D-Day Landings. Spend your evening at leisure exploring the city's glittering sights at night.
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Optional Experience
Guided Tour of the D-Day Beaches
Discover the Normandy region and the D-Day beaches with our Local Specialist on this full-day tour. We'll visit the dramatic battle-scarred cliffs of Pointe du Hoc before descending on to Omaha beach itself and visiting the American Cemetery on the bluffs above. You'll also enjoy the superb new Operation Overlord Museum before visiting Juno Beach and the Canadian Cemetery (traffic and weather allowing).
Adult Price: €150.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 4
A Day to Explore Versailles
Tread in the footsteps of French nobility and explore the opulence and splendour of Versailles. Join a Local Specialist who will guide you through the palace's extraordinary Hall of Mirrors and Battles Gallery. Stroll through the picturesque Royal Gardens and visit the Petit Trianon to see first-hand how the French Royal Family lived in private, before discovering Marie Antoinette's Hamlet. Return to Paris later for an evening at leisure. Perhaps connect with the pageantry of a traditional cabaret performance at the world-famous Moulin Rouge.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Day 5
Experience the Marais and French Cuisine
Explore the intriguing and beautiful Marais district on a walking tour. See the mansions and courtyards of this delightful corner of Paris. Then, Dive Into Culture, savouring the exquisite flavours of French cuisine as you meet a Parisian chef for an unforgettable lunch experience. Delve into local culinary secrets, and delicious flavours and aromas, which you will have an opportunity to create yourself and enjoy afterwards. Spend the rest of the day at leisure or consider visiting the greatest collection of Impressionist art in the world at the famous Orsay museum.
Today we'll explore the Montorgueil neighborhood on a foodie walking tour with our knowledgeable guide. We'll sample some of the city's finest bread, charcuterie, cheese and pastries; meeting local vendors and artisans along the way. n.b. There is a minimum of 10 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional.
Adult Price: €73.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Optional Experience
Musee D'Orsay with a Local Specialist
The Orsay Museum is renowned the world over for its rich collection of art and it was recently voted the Best Museum in the World by TripAdvisor. It houses the largest collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist work from such acclaimed artists as Monet, Degas, Renoir, Cezanne and Van Gogh. This optional experience is dependent upon availability.
Adult Price: €54.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 6
Enjoy Montmartre and the Louvre
A leisurely start to our morning sees us take a private street trolley car back in time to the colourful hillside 'village' of Montmartre, home to the picturesque Sacré-Cœur. Dive Into Culture as we tread in the footsteps of Picasso, Dali and Van Gogh, as you discover the hidden squares, artists' haunts and romantic hideaways along with ample time for shopping. Spend the rest of the day on your own embracing your inner bon vivant, before embarking on a special evening experience at the renowned Louvre museum. Enjoy the quiet atmosphere of the museum during this Small Group Sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
Day 7
Paris Your Way
Perhaps admire the exquisite collection of modern art in the Centres George Pompidou or enjoy an Optional Experience to the inspirational gardens of Monet at Giverny. This evening, Connect With Locals during a memorable Be My Guest experience and Farewell Dinner at Chez Paul, bringing you back to the Paris of the early 1900s.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest
Optional Experience
Giverny House And Gardens Of Claude Monet
Step into the enchanting world of Giverny – Claude Monet’s carefully-crafted paradise. The gardens and home of the Impressionist Master were the inspirations behind some of his most renowned paintings. The famous Japanese bridge, the magnificent waterlilies, his charming pink house – it’s all there waiting for you to discover.
Adult Price: €49.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Day 8
Au Revoir Paris
After breakfast, it’s time to bid Paris au revoir as you prepare to return home after a memorable break in one of the world's greatest cities. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/freetransfers.
Trip Summary Meals IconIncluded Meals - Breakfast
All optional experiences for this trip
Book with your travel director when you travel
Available on day 2
Seine Cruise and Paris Illuminations
To truly see Paris in all its glory, you need to see it from the Seine. Enjoy a cruise along this famous river and take in unmatched views of the Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower. Afterwards, we’ll drive through the City of Lights to see some of the fascinating sights this beautiful city has to offer. In summer, this trip may take place before sunset.
Adult Price: €38.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 3
Guided Tour of the D-Day Beaches
Discover the Normandy region and the D-Day beaches with our Local Specialist on this full-day tour. We'll visit the dramatic battle-scarred cliffs of Pointe du Hoc before descending on to Omaha beach itself and visiting the American Cemetery on the bluffs above. You'll also enjoy the superb new Operation Overlord Museum before visiting Juno Beach and the Canadian Cemetery (traffic and weather allowing).
Adult Price: €150.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 5
French Culinary Discovery
Today we'll explore the Montorgueil neighborhood on a foodie walking tour with our knowledgeable guide. We'll sample some of the city's finest bread, charcuterie, cheese and pastries; meeting local vendors and artisans along the way. n.b. There is a minimum of 10 guests and a maximum of 20 for this optional.
Adult Price: €73.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 5
Musee D'Orsay with a Local Specialist
The Orsay Museum is renowned the world over for its rich collection of art and it was recently voted the Best Museum in the World by TripAdvisor. It houses the largest collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist work from such acclaimed artists as Monet, Degas, Renoir, Cezanne and Van Gogh. This optional experience is dependent upon availability.
Adult Price: €54.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Available on day 7
Giverny House And Gardens Of Claude Monet
Step into the enchanting world of Giverny – Claude Monet’s carefully-crafted paradise. The gardens and home of the Impressionist Master were the inspirations behind some of his most renowned paintings. The famous Japanese bridge, the magnificent waterlilies, his charming pink house – it’s all there waiting for you to discover.
Adult Price: €49.00*
* The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
All Optional Experiences
The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
We require anyone travelling with us through to December 31 2022 to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
About this trip
About this trip
What's included
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7 nights
Accommodation
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10 Meals
1 Be My Guest, 1 Lunch, 1 Welcome Reception, 7 Breakfasts
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The Trafalgar difference
Connect With Locals
Enjoy a Be My Guest experience Farewell Dinner at Chez Paul taking you back to the Paris of yesteryear. Experience a classic old style quintessentially Parisian Bistro, run by Daniel and his family.
Dive into Culture
The secrets of la cuisine are yours to discover and enjoy as you learn how to cook the Parisian way with a local chef.
Dive into Culture
Discover Paris on Parisian terms and see some of the city's hidden gems, including a behind the scenes tour of Montmartre to discover the secrets of the artists' quarter.
Dive into Culture
Create your own unique fragrance with a certified 'nose' at one of France's most famous perfumeries.
Sightseeing highlights
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Explore Paris with a Local Specialist
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Visit the Montparnasse Tower, Fragonard Parfumerie, the Royal Estate of Versailles including the Royal Palace, the Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette's Hamlet 'Le Petit Hameau', the 'village' of Montmartre and the Louvre Museum
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View the Champs-Élysées, the Paris Opera House, the Arc de Triomphe, the Place de la Concorde and Notre Dame Cathedral
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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Optional Experiences and free time
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I saw everything I had expected and the hotel was great.
Our nine day tour in Paris was perfect! We were so lucky to have Johathan Holburn as our tour guide, his vast knowledge of Paris and particularly its art history kept us looking forward to each new excursion. Our driver Mark was a blessing as well, he successfully maneuvered through the traffic with ease.
Busses were comfortable and the drivers were very knowledgeable of the streets we traveled. The itinerary was packed so full every day that I needed to take a break one day. That is NOT a criticism. I wanted to learn about and experience Paris and that’s exactly what I got!
Paris Explorer was perfect! So many things to see and do! I saw and learned so much, even more than I expected! Our tour guide, Brian, presented us with the trip of a lifetime! His knowledge of Paris life made me feel as if I lived there. Brian’s choices of tour guides who specialized in a particular area (Normandy, Versailles,etc) were true story tellers. The hotel was lovely and comfortable. The breakfast every morning was something to look forward to. I highly recommend this trip for anyone who wants to explore Paris.
The itinerary was perfect! The Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triumph, Palace at Versailles, Normandy, the Orsay and the Louvre Museums, Giverny, and a cruise down the Seine River were all amazing to see!
We enjoyed everything about the trip. The itinerary was filled with worthwhile excursions and experiences which appealed to both me and my husband. The optional tours were a good value and added to our total Parisian experience. The hotel was comfortable and there were many local restaurants nearby to enjoy after a full day of touring.
Our trip was amazing! The Travel Director did an outstanding job of presenting us a Parisian’s view of his beloved city. He was extremely knowledgeable on the Paris points of interests, museums, and Parisian lifestyle. He always was very personable and considerate of his clients needs. We loved the Paris Explorer trip!
We hit all the main sites of Paris as part of the tour, except Notre Dame because of construction. A couple of tours -- perfume factory and cooking class -- were not that interesting to me, but getting to see Versailles and the Louvre were unforgettable.
there was a lot of walking over rough surfaces and a lot of stairs. Some of us older people had a tough time. Some people skipped excursions for that reason. This should be made known in advance. In spite of all of the walking, I thought this was an excellent tour. I would have liked it better if it had been three days longer and some of the optional excursions had been included. This would have reduced the amount of walking in a given day. The hotel was nice and comfortable. The breakfast there was excellent. The bar was a little pricey. I would highly recommend this trip especially to people who have no problem getting around.
Festive Meals: The 19 December 2022 departure will celebrate Christmas in Paris, the 26 December 2022 departure will toast New Year's Eve in Paris. We have arranged festive meals for these departures that may replace one of the included meals featured in the itinerary.
Gratuities: You have the option to pre-pay the gratuities for your Travel Director and Driver. Please speak with your travel agent.
Shared Rooming: Room Share and Triple Rooms are not available on this trip.
Bastille Day is a national holiday in France. Celebrations will be taking place throughout Paris on 14 July.
Festive Meals: The 19 December departure will celebrate Christmas in Paris, the 26 December departure will toast New Year's Eve in Paris. We have arranged festive meals for these departures that may replace one of the included meals featured in the itinerary.
Drinking Water: Tap water is safe to drink in all of the destinations on this trip. Please remember to bring a water bottle.
Unless otherwise stated, trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discount. Discounts are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.
Trip prices are correct at the time of the products going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. All trip information is correct at time of trips going live, however are subject to change - please confirm all details at time of booking.
Twin-share option not available for trips to South America, Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii, South Africa, Kenya & Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey. It's also not available on Small Group trips. Guided Vacations included in this restriction are Newfoundland and Labrador (DNLA). Does not apply to trips operated by Inspiring Journeys & our Mini-stays.
For trips that are part of our Guaranteed Room Share, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. Solo travel is not accepted on guided Family Experiences holidays unless travelling as part of a family group.
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What is an Active Trip? This is an "Active" lifestyle itinerary, with walks and hikes most days. Hikes will range from easy/moderate to strenuous. No technical climbing skills are required but a reasonable level of fitness is required to make the trip more enjoyable. Understanding that not all people want to hike at the same pace or even on the same trail we will, where possible, host map orientation and then let everyone disperse to enjoy the trails best suited to them.
What to Pack Guests should bring lightweight hiking shoes or boots, broad brimmed sun hats, sunglasses, layered clothing, reusable water bottle(s), a hiking day pack and hiking poles (optional)
Weather & Altitude While the itinerary is laid out below, we are at the mercy of the weather and so reserve the right to adjust the program as necessary. Please keep in mind that the higher elevations and possible variations in weather and temperature can increase the perceived level of difficulty of our activities. Elevation ranges up to 9,000 feet for Utah’s Mighty Five and up to 11,000 feet for California High Country Adventure.
Everyone reacts differently to altitude and so if you do have any health issues you should check with your doctor that this trip is suitable for you.
