Paris, France
Paris -- cathedrals and cafes, the Louvre, the Musee d'Orsay, the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and the Champs-Elysees. Enjoy the pleasure of sipping a cafe au lait on the Boulevard Saint Germain or savoring a hearty cassoulet at an Ile St. Louis brasserie.
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Paris, France
Paris -- cathedrals and cafes, the Louvre, the Musee d'Orsay, the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and the Champs-Elysees. Enjoy the pleasure of sipping a cafe au lait on the Boulevard Saint Germain or savoring a hearty cassoulet at an Ile St. Louis brasserie. Package Includes:- Choice of accommodations
- Hotel V.A.T. (Value Added Tax) and service charges
- Paris city tax (except in apartments)
- OnePass miles equal to credited flight miles
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should go?
Honeymooners
Nothing says "romance" more than Paris.
Families
Museums, parks, markets, and history all combine to make a great family vacation.
What's the climate like?
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Winter |
Spring |
Summer |
Autumn |
| Average High |
44° F |
57° F |
78° F |
59° F |
| Average Low |
35° F |
43° F |
56° F |
46° F |
| Average Rainfall |
2.1" |
2.1" |
2.3" |
2.2" |
Paris can be quite cool in the winter, but throughout the rest of the year, the weather is mild. May, June, September, and October are the best times to visit.
How do I get around town?
Transfers
Transfers between the airport and hotel are not included in your vacation package, but are available for purchase in either a motorcoach, minibus, or private car.
Subway
Paris’s Metro, or subway, is the quickest way to get around the city and no matter where you are, there will be a Metro station within easy walking distance, as there are 13 lines and more than 300 stations throughout the city. Tickets can be purchased individually, in a 10-ticket packet, or as a multiple-day use pass. Metro tickets can also be used on city buses, the RER within Paris, and also the funicular to the top of Montmartre. To find the right train, determine your destination and then, on the map, visually follow the Metro line to the end of the route and note that station’s name. This end station name marks the train’s direction and is the sign you’ll follow in the Metro stations and the name that will be on the train. Some of the stations and the entrances are literally, works of art. The Paris Metro is very safe, but always be on the watch for pickpockets.
Taxi
Taxis are great for when you need to get to a specific address and don’t know exactly where it is. Taxis charge almost double at night as what they charge during the day, plus there is always a supplement for each piece of luggage. Taxis can be found at taxi stands throughout the city. Tip about 12-15%.
Walking
Paris is a wonderful city for walking — wandering through little alleyways and squares and stopping for a snack or just to window shop. The city is relatively flat, except near Montmartre, and there are sidewalk cafés on just about every street for you to stop and rest if you need.
Car
Renting a car is not recommended in Paris, unless you are going out of the city. The streets are narrow, parking is all but impossible to find, and the Metro is much more efficient and faster.
What kinds of dining and nightlife are available?
For food and wine connoisseurs, nothing surpasses Paris. Tiny bistros, world-famous restaurants, and even streetside crêperie stands all offer a tantalizing treat for the taste buds. Here are some well-regarded restaurants. It is always recommended to make reservations.
- Café Marly
Offering the best view of the Louvre pyramid from its terrace, Café Marly is the place to see and be seen. Enjoy a tasty sandwich and watch the world go by. 1st arrondissement.
- Dans le Noir?
Blind servers will escort you from the lit bar to the pitch-black dining room where your senses of taste and smell will be heightened to enjoy the innovative modern cuisine. 4th arrondissement.
- La Maison du Chocolat
For lovers of life's tastiest treats, La Maison du Chocolat offers wonderful truffles, cocoa, and ganaches. 9th arrondissement.
- Le Jules Verne
Feast your eyes upon amazing city views from 410 feet above ground at the Eiffel Tower. Accessed by its own private elevator, Chef of the Century Alain Ducasse creates an unmatched dining experience. 7th arrondissement.
- Pinxo
A (relatively) low-cost alternative to superchef Alain Dutournier's Carré des Feuillants, Pinxo encourages patrons to share their starters and platters. Enjoy beef, goose, foie gras, seafood, and other creations. 1st arrondissement.
- Senderens
Chef Alain Senderens, one of those credited for inventing Nouvelle cuisine, was awarded three Michelin stars for 28 straight years but gave them up to allow more creativity and reduce the average guest check. 8th arrondissement.
- Stohrer
Opened by the pastry chef of King Louis XV and serving Easter eggs to the Queen of England as recently as 2004, Stohrer serves specialties including the baba au rhum or puits d'amour. 2nd arrondissement.
- Wagon Bleu
Dine in luxury aboard a former railway carriage from the Orient Express. Enjoy only the freshest and best ingredients that prepare a traditional, seasonal menu. 17th arrondissement.
If you are in the mood for something other than French food, try out Anahuacalli (5th) for great Mexican food or Chez Vincent (19th) for abundant and tasty Italian food.
Nightlife in Paris can be anything from a quiet wine bar to a pulsating nightclub, the opera, or a show-stopping performance at the Paradis Latin. For a listing of what is going on, check out the English-language weekly, "Pariscope."
Tickets to many shows and performances can be purchased at many places. The best place to buy tickets is either at the theater box office, or at a discount agency like Kiosque Theatre, which sells tickets for about half price on the day of the performance.
Where should I go shopping?
Best buys can be found on perfumes, makeup, and beauty treatments sold under drugstore brands such as Bourjois, Lierac, Galenic, and Vichy. Duty-free shops in the city offer better values than the duty-free shops at the airport.
One of the best flea markets, and where the term "flea market" originated, is at Marché Aux Puces de Clignancourt. More than 2,500 stalls sell everything from buttons to furniture. Other great markets are Marché Buci and Marché Biologique, both in the 6th arrondissement, and the Rue Montorgueil market, behind Saint-Eustache church in the 1st arrondissement.
For stylish, less expensive clothes head to Monoprix and Prisunic. The major department stores are Galeries Lafayette, the largest in Europe; Bon Marché; and Printemps with several branches throughout the city. Just wandering through the aisles is fun enough.
Souvenirs can be found along the Rue de Rivoli, under the arcades or at the print and painting stalls along the Seine.
The V.A.T. refund process only works if you spend about $200 in one store, so if shopping for a lot of things, try to do most of your purchasing in one store.
When are the local events?
There is always something happening in and around Paris — from local events to the latest exhibit at a museum. Here are some ways to keep you entertained while on your vacation:
The Grande Parade de Paris
January 1. A new parade route is followed each year.
Marathon International de Paris
April. An annual marathon.
The French Open at Roland Garros
May – June. Two weeks of tennis on clay courts.
Tour de France
July. The world’s main cycling competition.
Bastille Day
July 14. Celebrations will be happening all over the country on Bastille Day, a national holiday commemorating the start of the French Revolution.
Antique Fair
Late September. The prestigious biennial antique fair takes place at the Carrousel du Louvre with more than 100 antique dealers and jewelers.
La Villette Jazz Festival
September. A weeklong festival of well-known artists and emerging talent.
Fête des Vendanges
Autumn. Wine lovers will enjoy this annual celebration of the wine harvest with a parade through Montmartre.
Travel tidbits
Common Courtesy
When communicating with the locals, use the magic words "bonjour" (hello), "s'il vous plaît" (please), and "merci" (thank you) to impress the Parisians in their own language. Also, don't be surprised to see men and women greeting each other with four kisses on the cheek, it's typical of the city and a mark of friendship. However, for people you've just met, a firm handshake is the way to go.
Bring the Family
Paris is a family-friendly city with all of its neighborhoods and timeless monuments. Kids will love seeing the city from the 905-foot-tall Eiffel Tower, looking for a well-known bell-ringer and the spooky gargoyles of Notre-Dame, and more. Take the Musée d'Orsay's "family" tour, which includes storytelling and movie sessions guaranteed to enthuse people of all ages.
Romance
Paris has a well-known reputation as being one of the most romantic cities in the world and is apparent at the "I Love You" wall at Abbesses. Here, artist Frédéric Baron has gathered samples of 1,000 "I love you's" written in more than 300 languages and placed them on a wall so everyone can reflect on the universal nature of love.
French Countryside
Don't forget the beauty of the French countryside. Our France Country Stays program allows you to design your own itinerary and discover the beauty of France as you wish with the Bed & Breakfast Guesthouses and a Hotelpass program. See everything from the beaches of Normandy, the Loire Valley, and the Mediterranean.
Good to Know:
Airport Name:
3-letter Code: |
Charles de Gaulle
CDG
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| Best Weather: |
May – June and September – October |
| Best Values: |
November – March and July – August |
| Currency: |
Euro |
| Language: |
French |
| Time Zone: |
Paris is 7 hours ahead of Central Standard Time |
| Proof of Citizenship: |
Government legislation requires all people traveling via air to and from the United States and Canada to have a valid passport. For details on passports, visas, and health requirements, see Entry Requirements. |
| Tipping: |
By law, all restaurant bills show "service compris" meaning that the tip is included; you can, however, leave some small change if you like. Taxi drivers should be tipped 12-15% of the amount on the meter. |
| Dress: |
Parisians dress up; and even in blue jeans they are extremely fashionable, throwing a scarf around their neck, or wearing a blazer. |
| Tourist Board Phone #: |
1-312-751-7800 or 1-410-286-8310 |
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Paris, France
The following options are available when you book your vacation package to Paris:
Air City Service
Get to your hotel quickly and conveniently with an air-conditioned minibus transfer between Charles de Gaulle Airport and your hotel. Each minibus will stop at no more than 4 hotels located in the same area of the city. Service operates 24 hours a day and coincides with flight arrival times. An additional charge will be added for arrivals between 8:00pm and 6:00am. Transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 1 1/2 hours, depending on the location. Transfers back to the airport depart approximately 4 hours prior to the time of your flight. A fax from Cityrama will be sent to your hotel 1 day prior to departure with the pick-up time.
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Car Rentals
We feature rental cars from both Hertz and Avis, offering you the flexibility and convenience to travel when and where you want. Plus with Avis, you'll earn up to 500 OnePass bonus miles with every qualifying paid rental at participating locations.
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Paris to Amsterdam
This option cannot be booked online, please contact our reservation department. Thalys Train Information: The Thalys train operates between: - Amsterdam and Paris
- Amsterdam and Brussels
- Paris and Brussels
Schedules are under Time Preferences below. Important Note: When trains are confirmed in the system, this means a standard or first class ticket as purchased is confirmed for that day. A specific time cannot be guaranteed. Thalys times are only confirmed within 90 days or less prior to departure. Passengers will only be contacted if a train for any of the choices were unavailable and another open-ended before and after the Thalys until train times are confirmed. Children: Children 3 years of age and younger are free of charge and are considered a lap child. Children 4 years of age through 11 pay a child rate. Luggage: Passengers are responsible to carry their own bags on the train. They are allowed to bring three large luggage pieces and as many carry-on bags as they can place underneath their seat or in the baggage rack. Some trains have special racks for carry-on baggage, but unless they are checked, they are always responsible for them. All excess baggage that they do no carry-on must be checked. Most train stations provide baggage carts, but they may still need to load their bags on them, or they may have to go up and down a staircase. Facilities for Passengers with Special Needs: All Thalys facilities are fully accessible to people in wheelchairs, those with walking difficulties, the visually impaired, and persons with hearing difficulties. Specifically trained staff are available to assit passengers with special needs. Thalys staff must be notified of all requirements for assistance at the time of booking so that the necessary level of assistance can be given within the terminals and on board. Wheelchair users plus one traveling companion are entitled preferential fares ON REQUEST. This rate is less than the regular Standard Class price and includes seating in Frist Class accommodations - which features a special wheelchair area. companions to visually impaired passengers are also entitled to a preferential fare ON REQUEST. Cancel Fees: Tickets and seat assignments are issued approximately 30 days prior to departure. Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable and non-changeable once issued. Passengers are not allowed to stand-by on alternate times. If booking is changed before ticketed, revision fees are charged as applicable. Paris Nord to Amsterdam Central Station: Approximate travel time is 4 hours and 11 minutes....Same Time Zone. - 6:25am - 10:36am Monday - Friday
- 7:25am - 11:36am Saturday only
- 8:25am - 12:36pm Monday - Saturday
- 9:25am - 1:36pm Friday & Sunday only
- 10:25am - 2:36pm Daily
- 12:25pm - 4:36pm Daily
- 2:25pm - 6:43pm Sunday only
- 3:25pm - 7:36pm Friday - Saturday
- 4:25pm - 8:36pm Sunday only
- 6:25pm - 10:36pm Daily
- 7:25pm - 11:36pm Friday & Sunday only
Note: Schedule is subject to change and availability.
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Rail - Eurail Selectpass 4 Countries
Unlimited first-class rail travel on the national rail networks of 4 adjoining countries, for number of days purchased (maximum of 10 days within 2 month period) that are connected by train or ship, when purchased in conjunction with air and hotel package. Origins:- Paris - Charles De Gaulle Airport
- Nice
Combos:- France/Benelux (Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg)/ Germany/Switzerland
- France/Germany/Switzerland/Italy
- France/Benelux/Germany/Austria
- France/Germany/Austria/Italy
- Above country combinations can be used in any order
Note:- Passes must be validated prior to train journey on first day of use
- Travel days need not be consecutive
- Pass must be validated within 6 months of issue
- Residents of Europe, the Russian Federation, Turkey, Morocco, Alergia, and Tunisia are not eligible to purchase or use the Eurail Selectpass
- Refunds, subject to 15% cancellation fee, will be paid, if a pass is returned to Rail Europe totally unused and in its original jacket. This must be done before the first day of validity of the pass, and within 1 year of issue. The Eurail Selectpass is not refundable if lost or stolen.
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Rail - Eurail Selectpass 5 Countries
Unlimited first-class rail travel on the national rail networks of 5 adjoining countries, for number of days purchased (maximum of 15 days within 2 month period) that are connected by train or ship, when purchased in conjunction with air and hotel package. Origins:- Paris - Charles De Gaulle Airport
- Nice
Combos:- France/Benelux (Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg)/ Germany/Switzerland/Italy
- France/Benelux/Germany/Austria/Italy
- Above country combinations can be used in any order
Note:- Passes must be validated prior to train journey on first day of use
- Travel days need not be consecutive
- Pass must be validated within 6 months of issue
- Residents of Europe, the Russian Federation, Turkey, Morocco, Alergia, and Tunisia are not eligible to purchase or use the Eurail Selectpass
- Refunds, subject to 15% cancellation fee, will be paid, if a pass is returned to Rail Europe totally unused and in its original jacket. This must be done before the first day of validity of the pass, and within 1 year of issue. The Eurail Selectpass is not refundable if lost or stolen.
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Rail - Eurostar Paris to London
The Eurostar train operates between London and Paris and London and Brussels. Schedules for all routes are below under TIME PREFERENCES. Eurostar service is on the Channel Tunnel Train. All Eurostar trains are non-smoking. All tickets include a seat reservation. First class tickets include meal service appropriate to the time of day. Trains do not operate on December 25th. Important Note - When trains are confirmed, only a standard or first class ticket as purchased is being confirmed for that date, not a specific train departure time. Specific train departure times can only be confirmed 60 days prior to travel. Passengers will only be called if a train for any of their time choices was unavailable and another time was reserved. It is recommended that passengers leave arrangements open-ended before and after the Eurostar until train times are confirmed. Children 3 years of age and younger are free of charge and are considered a lap child. Children 4 years of age through 11 pay a child's rate. Luggage: Passengers are responsible to carry their own bags on the train. They are allowed three large pieces and as many carry-on bags (handbags, backpacks, briefcases, etc) as they can place underneath their seat or in the baggage rack above. Most trains are full so it may be difficult to find space for several larger pieces of luggage. Some trains have special racks for carry-on baggage, but unless they are checked, they are always responsible for them. All excess baggage that they do not carry-on must be checked. Most train stations provide baggage carts, but they may still need to load their bags on them, or they may have to go up and down a staircase. Facilities for Passengers with Special Needs: All Eurostar facilities are fully accessible to people in wheelchairs, those with walking difficulties, the visually impared and people with hearing difficulties. Specifically trained staff are available to assist passengers with special needs. Eurostar staff must be notified of all requirements for assistance at the time of booking so that the necessary level of assistance can be given within the terminal and on board. Eurostar provides:- Ramps for level changes, passenger conveyors and lifts
- Lift controls at wheelchair height
- Ramps with handrails and intermediate landings
- Ticket office desks without windows, with one position set lower for wheelchair use
- Tactile edges on platforms and colored markers on pillars to alert the impaired and partially sighted to hazards
- Wheelchair accessible toilets
- Visually impaired persons and wheelchair users with one traveling companion are entitled to a preferential fare ON REQUEST. This rate is less than the Standard Class price. The special wheelchair area is located in First Class.
Cancel Fees: Tickets and seat assignments are issued approximately 30 days prior to departure. Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable and non-changeable once issued. Passengers are not allowed to stand-by on alternate times if booking is changed before ticketed revision fees are changed as applicable. Paris Gare du Nord to London St. Pancras. Approximate travel time is 2 hours 25
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Rail - France Eurail Selectpass
Unlimited first-class rail travel on the national rail networks of 3 adjoining countries, for number of days purchased (maximum of 10 days within 2 month period) that are connected by train or ship, when purchased in conjunction with air and hotel package. Origins:- Paris - Charles De Gaulle Airport
- Nice
Combos:- France/Italy/Switzerland
- France/Benelux (Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg)/ Germany
- France/Germany/Switzerland
- Above country combinations can be used in any order
Note:- Passes must be validated prior to train journey on first day of use
- Travel days need not be consecutive
- Pass must be validated within 6 months of issue
- Residents of Europe, the Russian Federation, Turkey, Morocco, Alergia, and Tunisia are not eligible to purchase or use the Eurail Selectpass
- Refunds, subject to 15% cancellation fee, will be paid, if a pass is returned to Rail Europe totally unused and in its original jacket. This must be done before the first day of validity of the pass, and within 1 year of issue. The Eurail Selectpass is not refundable if lost or stolen.
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Rail - France Rail Pass
Unlimited first-class travel on France Rail for two days in one month when purchased in conjunction with an air and hotel package. Features: - Travel days may be used consecutively or non-consecutively.
- Option to purchase up to 3 additional days of train travel.
Restrictions: Residents of Europe, the Russian Federation, Turkey, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia are not eligible to purchase or use the France Tourpass Refund Policy: - Refunds, where applicable, will be paid if a pass is returned totally unused and in its original jacket. This must be done before the first day of validity of the pass, and within 1 year of issue.
- The France Tourpass is not refundable if lost or stolen.
- Refunds and exchanges of lesser value are subject to a minimum 20% cancellation charge.
- Rail Protection Plan does not apply.
Bonuses: Special Travel Bonuses to be arranged locally - 50% discount on the 1 hour Seine River cruises with Bateaux Parisiens
- 20% discount on the Parisian Batobus
- 10%-40% discount various museums, shopping, and clubs
- 20% discount on the Côte de Nuits Dijon, Nancy, Strasbourg, and Rouen city passes
- 10% discount on the Lyon, Montepellier, Nantes City, Cannes, Marseilles, and Reim City Passes
- Buy one get one free for the Avignon City Pass and the Rennes Métropole City Pass
- 50% discount on passenger fares on Sea France ferries operating between Calais and Dove, the private scenic rail line from Nice to Digne: Chemin de Fer de Provence, and the railway network in Corsica
- 10%-25% discounts on various Sightseeing tours throughout France.
Children Policy: Children 3 years of age and under are free; children 4-11 years of age pay.
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Show - Paradis Latin Cabaret
Nightly, except Tuesdays. Not available 24th and December 31st *Must* be booked for specific date as reservations are made in guest's name. Experience a combination of traditional Parisian cabaret and 20th-century review within an elaborate and beautiful theater designed more than 100 years ago by Gustave Eiffel on the Left Bank In Paris. You'll be amazed by the dancers and special effects. Their hit show, "Paradis d'Amour", was named the #1 hit cabaret show by all of the leading entertainment magazines in Paris. Some tasteful topless acts and the famous cancan are included in the show. - Cabaret and Dinner Show:
Includes, show, three-course dinner with 1/2 bottle of Bordeaux wine during dinner and 1/4 bottle of champagne during the show. Dinner begins at 8pm. Show begins at 9:30pm and lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
Enjoy and evening of dancing after the show until midnight (drinks at additional charge)
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2, 4 or 6 Day Museum Pass
Bypass the lines and save money at 60 museums and monuments offered with this pass. Two, four & six day passes must be used on consecutive days. All major museums, including the Louvre, Musee d'Orsay, Notre Dame, Picasso, Pantheon, Versailles, and much more are included. Note: Children 17 years of age and under are admitted free for most museums and 11 years and under for most monuments. No pass is necessary for them, and they will not receive a voucher. Limited service on holidays. Many museums are closed on Tuesdays. Pass does not give admission to temporary exhibitions or guided visits.
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Tour - Bruges
Motorcoach north to Belgium to visit Bruges (Brugge), one of the most perfectly preserved medieval towns in Europe referred to as "The Venice of the North". It is like a remarkable living canvas of Old Flemish masters. Itinerary includes 90 minute walking tour of the city and free time for shopping or taking in the sights. A canal cruise is also included during the summer season from April - October. Lunch is not included. Approximately 14 hours. Passport is required. Departures: departs at 7:15am Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Blackout dates:- December 24 & 31, 2008
This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - Chartres
Journey across the Beauce tableland, nicknamed the Breadbasket of France. Full guided visit to the cathedral of Chartres, a monument of perfection between Romanesque and Gothic art. It is famous throughout the world for its wonderful stained-glass windows, the most famous color being the "Blue of Chartres." Free time to explore Chartres and surrounding village on your own. Approximately 5 hours. This is a Summer Only tour. Departures: - Departs at 1:45pm Tuesday and Friday during April - October only.
- No departures between November 2008 and March 2009
Black Out Dates: - August 15, 2008
This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - Chateaux Country Tour
Spend a full day in the Loire Valley, which was once a favorite place of the Kings of France. Many castles of amazing elegance remain. Art and history mingle in this area called "The Garden of France". In the winter, visit the famous castles of: Chenonceaux, Chambord and Cheverney, with lunch included (except beverages). In the Summer, visit Chenonceau, Cheverny and Chambord, except on Saturdays, where Chambord is substituted with Amboise (lunch is not included). This is a guided tour. Approximately 13 hours. Departures: - April - October 2008: Daily at 7:15am
- November 2008 - March 2009: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 7:15am
This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, guests must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - Dinner Eiffel Tower and Cruise
Discover Paris from the Altitude 95 Restaurant on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower, during a lovely French dinner. The set menu and drinks are included. After dinner, relax while cruising on the Seine River to admire the floodlit monuments and the bridges of the City of Light. Tour finishes at either 10:15pm at the Eiffel Tower or at 10:30pm at the Opera Square. Minimum age is 12 years. This tour must be booked for the exact date as reservations are made in passenger names 14 days in advance. **This tour is closed from February 11, 2009 - June 1st, 2009 due to renovations at the restaurant in the Eiffel Tower** Departures: - Daily evening departures at 6:15pm
Blackout dates:- December 24-25, 31, 2008; February 14, 2009; July 14, 2009
Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) NOTES: Clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - Fontainebleu and Barbizon
Located in the middle of a beautiful forest, Fontainebleau used to be a favorite hunting residence by the French Kings; from Francois I, to Napoleon III. Tour includes a guided visit to the palace. You will have free time to visit Napoleon's apartments. On the return, your tour will make a short stop in Barbizon, a scenic village made famous by French impressionist painters. This is a guided tour in up to 3 languages on a large motorcoach. Approximately 5 hours. Departures: Departs Paris 1:45pm - April - October 2008: Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays
- November 2008 - March 2009: Wednesdays and Saturdays
Blackout dates 2008 & 2009: - August 15; November 1; December 24 & 31, 2008
This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - French Countryside
This option cannot be booked online, please contact our reservation department. 3 days/2 nights Thursday Departures: May 6 - October 14, 2010 Blackout date: June 10, 2011 Extend your Parisian experience to the countryside of France and discover three contrasting regions. You'll visit some of France's most famous landmarks, including the landing beaches of WW II, the amazing Mont-St.-Michel and opulent châteaux. During this exceptional tour, a professional guide will inform you about the history of the French royal family and local customs and traditions. Package Includes:- Accommodations for two nights in moderate + hotels, in rooms with private bath or shower
- Transportation via luxury air-conditioned motorcoach
- Services of professional multi-lingual guide
- Hotel V.A.T. (Value added tax) and service charges
Added Features- 2 buffet breakfasts (BB) and 2 dinners (D) as indicated in the itinerary
- Complete program of touring and sightseeing, including many inside visits and entrance fees if applicable
Itinerary Day 1/Thursday -- Paris/Caen Early morning departure from Paris for your three-day tour. Via the Normandy motorway, our first stop is Rouen before continuing on to Honfleur with free time for lunch. Then visit the American landing beach of D-Day, with a visit to Omaha Beach and the American cemetery of Saint-Laurent, and a stop at Arromanches, where in June 1944, the Allies built an amazing artificial harbor. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel Novotel Caen (or similar quality hotel). (D) Day 2/ Friday -- Caen/Angers Morning departure from Caen in the direction of Bretagne (Brittany) and on to St.-Malo, where you'll have free time to visit the ramparts. After time for lunch, we depart for the amazing and beautiful Mont-St.-Michel. Upon crossing the causeway, there is a guided visit of the Abbey and free time to explore before going to Angers. Dinner and overnight in Angers at the Mercure-Lac de Maine hotel (or similar quality hotel). (BB,D) Day 3/Saturday -- Angers/Paris A full day of elegant, opulent, and magnificent châteaux! Depart Angers in the morning with a short photo stop at Châteaux d'Angers, and continue past Cunault and Saumur. Enjoy a guided tour of the Castle of Langeais before lunch on your own at Amboise. End your châteaux touring with guided visits to the Castle of Chenonceau and Château Chambord (a visit to Cheverny is included when Chambord is closed). Return to Paris at approximately 9pm. (BB) Joining the tour- Room occupancy: Maximum 2 adults and 1 child under 11 years of age.
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Tour - Giverny
Visit the home and former studio of impressionist painter Claude Monet. Tour includes a guided visit of the wonderful gardens and the famous Japanese bridge which became the focus of his work in the second half of his life. Adequate free time is included to enable clients to continue as far as the American Museum in the Giverny village (entrance fees not included). Approximately 5 hours. This is a Summer Only tour. Departures: - Summer departures only (April 1 - October 31) at 1:45pm
Daily except Sundays and Mondays
This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - Historical Paris
Tour "The Soul of Paris" and discover 2000 years of history from Roman times to the present. Cruise the Seine from the Marina de Bercy to the City Island for a visit to Notre-Dame (no inside visit during mass). Drive through the narrow streets of the Marais and Saint Germain districts to view the restored facades of mansions dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. See the Bastille, Vendome Square and the Latin Quarter. Escorted by a multi-lingual guide. Approximately 4 hours. Departures:- Departs daily at 9:30am Effective April 1st, 2009 departs daily at 9:15am
Black out dates: May 1, July 14, July 26, 2009 This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - Mont St. Michel
A full-day tour to Mont-St.-Michel. Travel through Normandy, enjoy lunch at the Relais Saint Michel facing the Mount before arriving for a guided tour of the Abbey. Free time to explore the village. The return to Paris includes a stop on the motorway. Each guest will be offered a gift souvenir of local specialties. Arrive in Paris around 9:00pm. Approximately 14 hours. Departures: - Summer departures (April - October): Daily except Sunday and May 1st at 7:15am
- Winter departures (November to March): Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 7:15am
Black Out dates:- Dec 24 and 31, 2008; May 1, 2009
This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - Normandy Landing Beaches
A tour back in time via air-conditioned motorcoach to the powerful images of D-Day and the Normandy Beaches. Visit the Memorial-Peace Museum, including lunch. Stop at Pointe du Hoc and Omaha Beach. Visit the American Cemetery in Saint Laurent, stop at Arromanches and then continue to the Canadian Memorial, Juno Beach before returning to Paris. Approximately 14 hours. Departures: departs at 7:15am - March 22 - October 2008 on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays
- November 2008 - March 2009 on Wednesday and Saturday
This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - Paris Cityrama
The Paris Cityrama tour is a panoramic sightseeing tour of Paris. Stops and interior visits are not included. You will be given a headset prior to departure and will hear a taped English commentary while driving through the city. Approximately 2 hours. Departures:- April, 2009 - March 31, 2010: 10:00am, 11:30am and 2:30pm
Blackout Dates:- May 1st, July 14, (morning departures only), July 25, 2010
This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. On the Paris Cityrama Tour and the Versailles Orientation Tour, clients receive a headset prior to boarding. The driver will not answer questions along the way. All other tours are guided tours. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - Reims Champagne
For wine connoisseurs everywhere or those curious to know more about "the wine of celebrations," this full-day tour will take you from Paris to Reims and Epernay. An orientation tour of Reims, a charming provincial town famous for its hillsides dotted with vineyards and a guided tour of the Gothic cathedral are included. You'll visit two of the most prestigious cellars--The Piper-Heidsieck champagne caves and Moët et Chandon. Free time for lunch (not included). Approximately 10 1/2 hours. Departures:- November-December & March departs at 8:00am on Tuesdays and Fridays
- January - February departs at 8:00am on Fridays
- April - October departs at 8:00am on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays
This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - Seine Cruise and Illumination
Tour is a cruise on the Seine in a Bateaux Mouche, a glass-enclosed boat, and a minivan tour of the city to witness the "City of Light". Tour visits many of the same monuments as the Paris Seinorama Tour, however, it is during the evening when the city is illuminated. Must be booked for the exact date as pickup and drop-off at their hotel are included. Hotel name and address is required if passengers are staying in a non-MLT hotel. Pickup and drop-off service is only provided for hotels located in Central Paris. Approximately 2 hours. Departure:- Nightly at 7:30pm from hotel during April - October
- Nightly at 7:00pm from the hotel during November - March.
Blackout dates: Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. This tour must be booked for the exact date as reservations are made in passenger names 14 days in advance.
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Tour - Seinorama
Panoramic tour of Paris and a one-hour cruise on the Seine. Sights include the Concorde Square, the Avenue Champs Elysess, Arc de Triomphe and a guided visit to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower. Passengers may leave the tour at the Eiffel Tower. Approximately 4 hrs Departures:Blackout dates:- July 14 and 27, 2008; Arrival Day of Tour de France - tba
This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - Versailles Apartments
Guided visit to the Palace of Versailles, the residence of the Sun King XIV, and gardens "a la Francaise" laid out by Le Notre. You will visit the state apartments (Hall of Mirrors and the Queen's bedchamber) and have free time to explore the palace on your own. Entrance ticket for the visit to the gardens is included in the price. Approximately 4 hours. Departures 2007 & 2008:- April - October 2008:
Daily at 9:15am Daily at 2:00pm except Monday (and Saturday & Sunday April-September)
- November 2008 - March 2009:
Tuesday - Sunday at 9:15am & 1:45pm.
Blackout dates:- November 2; December 7,25, 2008; January 1,4; February 1; and March 1, 2009
This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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Tour - Versailles Orientation
Travel via motorcoach to the Palace of Versailles. Enroute, you will listen to taped English commentary on the history of Versailles. Once in Versailles, you will have free time to explore the State Apartments and gardens on your own with an informational leaflet illustrating the main features. There will be a Cityrama hostess (not guide) to assist you. Entrance fees are included. Approximately 4 hours. Departures:- April 01, 2009 - March 31, 2010: November 01, 2010 - March 31, 2011 Daily except Mondays and 1st Sunday of every month 2:00pm
- April 01 - October 31, 2010 Daily except Mondays at 2:00pm
Blackout dates:- December 25, 2009; January 1; May 1, December 25, 2010
This tour is an open voucher that is booked for the date of intended usage. Actual reservations are made by the passengers upon arrival in Paris by calling the number on their voucher. Changes can be made at anytime. Cityrama tours depart from a main departure point. Transfers to main departure point are not included. Cityrama operates large motorcoaches. Main departure point: 4 Place des Pyramides (Across the street from Tuileries Gardens) Sightseeing/entertainment add-ons may be booked without a hotel stay in Paris as long as a minimum package requirement has been met on another Europe package. NOTES: For all tours, clients must be at the main departure point at least 15 minutes prior to departure. Buses may need to leave early due to traffic regulations.
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