Day : 1
Arrive Paris (7 Nights)
Number of Days : 1
Welcome to Paris, capital of France and the City of Light. After check-in to your hotel - the ideal spot for your exploration of this magnificent city, you can relax or take a stroll in the local neighbourhood. This afternoon meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers to attend a Welcome Reception in the heart of the city.Welcome Reception
Day : 2
Paris Sightseeing and At Leisure
Number of Days : 1
This morning after a leisurely start, your Travel Director takes you on a tour of this mesmerising city for views of the Champs Elysées, Arc de Triomphe and Place de la Concorde. Your Local Specialist reveals not just where, but how real Parisians live and shop, showing you the enchanting hidden squares and secret passages of one of Paris' oldest historical neighbourhoods. This short insider walk finishes at one of the loveliest squares, little known to outsiders, but a real favourite of the locals. Later visit the second level of the Eiffel Tower for breathtaking views across the city. This evening you may decide to take an Optional Experience to the Latin Quarter for a visit inside Notre Dame and a cruise down the River Seine.Buffet Breakfast
Day : 3
Paris At Leisure or Optional D-Day Beach Experience
Number of Days : 1
Today is completely yours to explore Paris further or you may wish to experience a full-day Optional Experience and travel to the historical and poignant D-Day landing beaches. Your Travel Director will be able to suggest other activities such as museums, shopping or sightseeing in the city.Buffet Breakfast
Day : 4
Full-Day Excursion to the Palace and Royal Estate of Versailles
Number of Days : 1
Visit the best-known and most resplendent palace in France, Versailles. Our Local Specialist guides you through the majestic palace followed by the breathtaking picturesque Royal Gardens. Later visit the Petit Trianon Palace before continuing to Marie Antoinette's hamlet to see how the French Royalty family really lived. This evening you may wish to utilise your Parisian Brasserie voucher which gives you a choice of centrally located brasseries to visit for dinner.Buffet Breakfast
Day : 5
French Cuisine and Shopping Experience
Number of Days : 1
Today's exploration of French culture takes on another dimension as you meet a real Parisian chef for a French cuisine experience including a light lunch. During your Cultural Insight learn some culinary secrets and get to savour your creation. The balance of the day is then yours to enjoy as you wish. Perhaps take a relaxing stroll along the River Seine or enjoy some of the great shopping in the heart of Paris. Your Travel Director will be there to give you advice. This evening you may wish to consider an Optional Experience to attend a performance of a true French cabaret at the world-famous Moulin Rouge.Buffet Breakfast, Regional Meal
Day : 6
Visit Montmartre and the Louvre
Number of Days : 1
This morning after a relaxing start take a private street trolley car to visit the fascinating and colourful "village" of Montmartre, the highest point in Paris. Your Local Specialist will show you the hidden squares', artists haunts and romantic hideaways of this most beautiful Parisian neighbourhood. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy. This evening visit the world renowned Louvre museum with Small Group Sightseeing. A Local Specialist will show you the most important masterpieces and the stunning apartments of Napoleon III, all when the museum is quieter and the crowds have disappeared.Buffet Breakfast
Day : 7
Paris Morning At Leisure, Walking Tour and Farewell Dinner
Number of Days : 1
Today is your last chance for last-minute souvenir shopping or alternatively participate on an Optional Experience to visit Monet's famous gardens at Giverny. This afternoon enjoy a walking tour to a part of Paris where you will discover how the French Revolution began. Join your Travel Director and companions for a Farewell Dinner at an iconic Parisian restaurant dating back to 1686.Buffet Breakfast, Farewell Dinner
Day : 8
Depart Paris
Number of Days : 1
After breakfast, say farewell to Paris and your newfound friends as you prepare to return home after a memorable week in one of the world's greatest cities. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.
Perfect Combinations
Why not extend your holiday by adding another City Explorer to this trip? For itinerary and departure details see ROMK 'Rome Explorer', LONK 'London Explorer' or AMEX 'Amsterdam Explorer'.Buffet Breakfast