Paris, Properly Introduced
Experience the magic of Paris, where every neighborhood offers its own charm-from iconic shopping squares and quaint alleys to historic gardens and celebrated museums. Beyond the Eiffel Tower, dive into the vibrant pulse of the city. Let your Destination Expert tailor endless possibilities, from art and fashion to food and wine, unlocking all the wonders that await in the City of Lights.
- Duration
- 6 days, 5 nights
- Route
- Paris
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $5,210 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Snap the perfect Eiffel Tower shot at Trocadéro, then admire Paris from up high.
- Walk the Latin Quarter and feel the charm of its history-filled cobbled streets.
- Tailor your journey with an optional Versailles visit to explore the Hall of Mirrors.
- Join a small group and local chef to explore a Parisian market then cook an authentic meal.
- Discover Paris’s top museums with an optional curated guide from your Destination Expert.
Every day, already yours.
Get Settled
For your added comfort, a Meet & Greet assistant will be waiting for you in the arrivals hall, after you collect your luggage, holding a sign with your name on it. They will help escort you to your waiting driver for your private transfer to Paris. Upon arrival at your hotel, they will ensure your check-in goes smoothly and be on hand to answer any questions you have about the city or your itinerary.
- Private Airport Transfer
- Airport Meet & Greet Assistant
- Navigo Easy Card
- France Welcome Package
- Independent Discovery of Montmartre
Strolling the Magical Streets
Meet your private guide and set out on foot to explore the atmospheric Latin Quarter. Stroll along quaint and charming medieval streets lined with lively bistros, bars, and shops, soaking in the Bohemian aura as you go. Bear witness to the Sorbonne, on which the Latin Quarter is anchored. Recognized as the most famous educational institution in France, the Sorbonne, or the University of Paris, was officially chartered in the year 1200.
- The Latin Quarter from Medieval to Modern Times (With Tastings, 4 hrs) - Private Tour
- Self-Guided: A Taste of Paris
Cross an Item off the Bucket List
Set out from your hotel alongside a private guide on a half-day walking tour exploring the enchanting grounds surrounding the iconic Eiffel Tower, including the Trocadero Esplanade. Prepare to be mesmerized as you step onto the Trocadero Esplanade, a vibrant tapestry of history and grandeur, offering a panoramic vista that rivals any other in the city.
- Eiffel Tower & Trocadero Esplanade (3 hrs) - Private Tour
- Illuminated Paris by Night (3 hrs) - Private Tour
Marching through the Museum
This morning, depart your hotel alongside your private guide for a walking tour through the Louvre and along Ile de la Cite and Ile St-Louis. Starting at the Louvre, bear witness to a vast collection of incredible pieces of art from across hundreds of centuries. Witness first-hand the powerful impact of the Mona Lisa, small in size contrasted with the expansive Wedding Feast of Cana sitting opposite it.
- Islands of Paris Walking Tour with Louvre Museum (6 hrs) - Private
- Eiffel Tower Dinner at Madame Brasserie
Hone Your Skills
This morning, join up with an expert chef and a group of no more than 8 participants for a market visit and an interactive cooking class. Spend time wandering the market taking in the marvelous smells and sounds as you gather fresh ingredients for your meal. Arriving at the kitchen and under the guidance of your chef, start preparing a three-course meal, honing your techniques and chatting as you go.
- Morning Market Visit & Cooking Class (4.5 hrs) - Small Group
Bon Voyage
Meet your private driver for an airport transfer.
- Private Airport Transfer
Where you will wake up.
Hotel Rochester Champs-Elysees
Situated between the chic Faubourg Saint-Honore and the Elysee Palace, Hotel Rochester welcomes guests into the heart of Paris. Behind its extravagant entrance with copper uprights, step into the front foyer lounge adorned with damasked fabrics and marvelous skylights.