Paris Explorer
8 Days Starting and ending in Paris
Visiting: Paris, Beaches of Normandy Tours, Versailles, Giverny
Tour operator:
Tour code:
PARKZM19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 54
Trip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$3675
$3175 (USD)
Operator discount: -$500
-14%
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Paris with the "Paris Explorer" tour. This meticulously crafted experience invites you to delve into the rich tapestry of French culture, history, and gastronomy. From the opulent halls of the Royal Palace of Versailles to the artistic enclave of Montmartre, each day unfolds with new wonders. Marvel at iconic landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Champs-Élysées. Your adventure is enhanced by the expertise of a professional Travel Director, luxury coach transportation with Wi-Fi, and cherry-picked accommodations ensuring comfort and convenience. With breakfasts and select meals included, along with optional experiences to personalize your journey, this tour promises a comprehensive and enchanting exploration of Paris's most cherished treasures.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Courtyard Paris Porte de Versailles
Meals Included: Dinner
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 surroundings. Wander along 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.
Day 2 : Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Courtyard Paris Porte de Versailles
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Join your Travel Director this morning for a tour of this mesmerising city. View the grand Champs-Élysées, Eiffel Tower, 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. Enjoy aerial views of the city today when you embrace Paris on a different level as you rise from the base to the first floor of the Eiffel Tower for a memorable lunch with Paris at your feet, a truly iconic event.
Day 3: Consider An Optional Experience To The D-Day Landing Beaches
Location: Paris, Beaches of Normandy Tours, Paris
Accommodation: Le Méridien Etoile
Accommodation Name: Courtyard Paris Porte de Versailles
Meals Included: Breakfast
You may wish to experience a full-day Optional Experience on the Normandy coast to uncover the poignant history of the D-Day Landings. Alternatively, 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. Spend your evening at leisure exploring the city's glittering sights at night.
Day 4: A Day To Explore Versailles
Location: Paris, Versailles, Paris
Accommodation Name: Courtyard Paris Porte de Versailles
Meals Included: Breakfast
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. Immerse yourself in Parisian culture on the Optional Experience to a traditional cabaret performance.
Day 5 : Experience The Marais And French Cuisine
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Le Méridien Etoile
Accommodation Name: Courtyard Paris Porte de Versailles
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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 then to enjoy. The included guided museum visit will either be the Louvre Museum or the Orsay Museum depending on availability. Before your tour begins, your Travel Director will send you a welcome email and confirm the included museum visit. They will also advise you how to book the other museum if you wish to visit it during your time in Paris.
Day 6: Enjoy Montmartre Dive Into Culture
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Courtyard Paris Porte de Versailles
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
Day 7 : Paris Your Way
Location: Paris, Giverny, Paris
Accommodation: Le Méridien Etoile
Accommodation Name: Courtyard Paris Porte de Versailles
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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.
Day 8: Au Revoir Paris
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
What's Included
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Travel Director
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Sightseeing
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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Audio Headsets
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
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Free Time
Optional Experiences and free time
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Porterage and Restaurant Gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
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Hotel Charges and Local Taxes
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
What's Not Included
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Flights
International airfare is not included
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Airport Transfers
Airport transfers may be included when you make your flight arrangements
Mode of Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Check out our Q&As
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Are meals included in the Paris Explorer tour?
Yes, breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals are included in the Paris Explorer tour.
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What is not included in the tour package?
International airfare and airport transfers are not included in the tour package.
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What are the inclusions of the Paris Explorer tour?
The inclusions of the Paris Explorer tour are an expert Travel Director and professional Driver, meals as specified, must-see sightseeing and surprise extras, audio headsets for flexible sightseeing, optional experiences and free time, all porterage and restaurant gratuities, and all hotel tips, charges, and local taxes.
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What type of transportation is provided on the tour?
The tour provides luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys).
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What countries are visited in the Paris Explorer tour?
The Paris Explorer tour visits France.
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What are the highlights of the Paris Explorer tour?
The highlights of the Paris Explorer tour include exploring the Royal Estate of Versailles including the Royal Palace, the Petit Trianon, and Marie Antoinette's Hamlet 'Le Petit Hameau', visiting the Eiffel Tower and the 'village' of Montmartre, and viewing Champs-Élysées, the Paris Opera House, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Place de la Concorde.
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What type of accommodation is included in the tour?
The tour includes cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Low Deposit
Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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