Itinerary

Day 1 Paris

Paris is confident that it's the world's most beautiful, fashionable and artistic capital. After visiting the city you will no doubt find it hard to disagree. Paris is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, with over 30 million foreign visitors per year. Three of the most famous Parisian landmarks are the twelfth century cathedral Notre Dame de Paris on the Île de la Cité, the nineteenth century Eiffel Tower, and the Napoleonic Arc de Triomphe. The city's most prized museum is the Louvre, though there are dozens of other important ones.

Enjoy a private airport transfer in Paris in a private vehicle with a professional driver.

You will receive a welcome package with your vouchers, and itinerary, city map(s) and train tickets (where relevant) upon your hotel arrival.

Steeped in history and packed full of world famous landmarks, seeing the city by open air double-decker bus and on a cruise down the Seine river are by far the best ways to see the capital. With this ticket, enjoy great views from the open top deck hop on and off bus, and see Paris in your own time, at your own pace. The ticket offers you the flexibility of L' Open Tour, valid on 4 different routes. The Paris Grand Tour takes you to the all the main sights, while the other 3 routes concentrate on particular areas (Montparnasse/St Germain tour, Montmartre/Grands Boulevards tour and Bastille/Bercy tour). (Includes transportation by coach, commentary by headphones on L' Open Tour buses only).

The Quartier Latin Paris (3*) is located in the heart of the Latin quartier, just a few steps from the Mouffetard and Monge open-air market, also has direct access to the Opera, Galeries Lafayette and Printemps. The Saint Germain neighbourhood, the Sorbonne, Luxembourg gardens and Notre Dame cathedral are all nearby. The hotel is in a typical Parisian style building, and the interior is very airy with large windows and wooden furnishings and flooring. The tastefully decorated lobby offers a peaceful atmosphere, while the comfortable salon is the perfect place to relax and avail of the complimentary WIFI and tea and coffee.

Overnight at Quartier Latin (3*) .

Day 2 Paris

Experience the wonder of Eurodisney! The tour gives you a one day day pass to Disneyland Resort Paris with access to the two parks. Enjoy a return transfer on board a luxury motorcoach from the centre of Paris to Disneyland Paris and admission ticket for Walt Disney Studios Park and the Disneyland Park. Once you step through the Walt Disney Studios Gates, let your imagination soar and immerse yourself in the never-ending, always fascinating world of movies and television. When you enter the Disneyland Theme Parks, an enchanting kingdom filled with fun, fantasy and discovery will form before your eyes, a world of make-believe characters, shows and attractions. (Tour includes transportation by coach, return transfer to your hotel by minibus, entrance to Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park and all rides within. Food, drinks and souvenirs etc are not included). (average journey : 1 hour to Disney land from Paris).

Overnight at Quartier Latin (3*) .

Day 3 Paris

Whether it is strolling the famed Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré with a personal shopper; exploring the Louvre Museum with your iPod-based Da Vinci code museum tour, or taking a Soundwalk through the lively St. Germaine district, there is something to suit every mood and interest. Discover St Germain des Pres as you stroll through the literary and historical neighbourhood along winding streets lined with boutiques, art galleries and other places of interest. Alternatively (or in addition), explore the Marais neighbourhood - the most fashionable district of Paris in one of the most well preserved neighbourhoods of the city. Marvel at the remarkable 16th and 17th century mansions, squares and museums, beautiful streets steeped in history and trendy shops and bars. Lastly, discover the Montmartre area of Paris - a neighbourhood of steps and narrow cobblestoned streets which evokes images depicted by Toulouse Lautrec.

There are a mindboggling array of choices of things to do in Paris. Consider a private half or full day tour of the city with a guide (with or without private transport), spend the day with a personal shopper, enjoy a panoramic flight around Paris. Excursion options outside of Paris include a tour to Versailles, Auvers (where Van Gogh spent his last months) & the American Museum of Giverny (Monet's last place of residence), Burgundy, Champagne, Brugges or London. If you are interested in any of these suggestions, please contact your Sales Advisor.

Enjoy the many wonders of Paris. Consider taking a stroll down one of the many quays by the river Seine, or wandering around any of the fascinating neighbourhoods such as Montematre, the Marais or the Left bank. Of course there are a plethora of museums and galleries to choose from if you are so inclined. Consider getting a 2 Day Paris Pass that includes a Paris Transport Travel card for 2 days (zone 1-3) to see all of the sites that are of personal interest to you. The Paris Pass is a smartcard offering free access to 65 attractions in Paris such as the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe, Orsay museum, Musee Rodin, commented cruise with Bateaux Parisiens and Pompidou museum. With this pass, you have access to 22 museums, 24 historical monuments, 15 art galleries, 3 tourist attractions, 1 cruise and special offers in shops and restaurants. Please contact your Advisor if you would like more details.

Overnight at Quartier Latin (3*) .

Day 4 Paris

Enjoy a 3 hour afternoon shared bike tour discovering Paris by bike. Your tour will either take in the 13th and 14th district, the 11th and 12th district or the 19th and 20th district. The tour covering the 13th and 14th district takes in to the alleys where some of the craftsmen of furniture and home decoration are boldly keeping up the flame. Those workshops are often hidden in 'passages' out of sight, which you will get to discover. Continue on to the New Bercy area, a former huge wine market and storage recently turned into a trendy residential neighbourhood. The tour taking in the 11th and 12th district includes a ride across the South of Paris, where the city bears the marks of fast changes, from factories of the 19th century to nowadays’ urban patchwork. Along quiet streets, trees and flower scents, you will get to discover the hidden charms of the parisians’ Paris, with cottages, artists workshops and unexpected pieces of architecture. The tour covering the 19th and 20th districts covers the hilly ‘East End’ and showcases green areas and modern architecture. Canals and boats, small houses in green yards, typical districts such as Belleville and Menilmontant oddly alternate with newlybuilt residential ensembles or such bright novelties as the Parc de la Villette. (Tour includes a central meeting point, bike, English speaking Guide, insurance. In case of bad weather, a walking tour will be proposed an alternative.)

Overnight at Quartier Latin (3*) .
    
Day 5 Paris

Transfer using a local taxi (available and economical).

Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities.

Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.

Overnight at Depart (Int`l Airport) (standard).

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