Paris Day Trip
Paris is a truly cosmopolitan capital – the people of the city represent a unique cross-section of society, life-style and nationality.
PLACES TO VISIT
Cruise on the River Spree
View Berlin from a different perspective with a peaceful cruise along the River Spree, taking you through the centre of Berlin past such famous sights as Potsdamer Platz, the Reichstag, Museum Island, Berlin Cathedral and much more.
Louvre Museum
Home to world-famous artworks including the Mona Lisa and vast global collections.
Disneyland® Resort Paris
This resort has something for everyone! Includes Disneyland Park,Walt Disney Studios and the Disney Village.
Georges Pompidou Centre
Here you find a vast public library, the Musee National d’Art Moderne and IRCAM, a centre for music and acoustic research.
Musée d'Orsay
The museum features mainly French art dating from 1848 to 1915, including paintings, sculptures and photography.
Cites des Sciences, La Villete
The Museum of Science and Industry is a great opportunity to delve into the world of exploration.
Eiffel Tower
Iconic symbol of Paris with panoramic views perfect for geography and cityscape studies.
Montmartre
Known for the white-domed Basilica of Sacre Coeur on its summit; the other church on the hill is Saint Pierre de Montmartre.
Chateau de Versailles
The residence of the French monarchy is a spectacular building, created by great artists of the 17th century.
Stade de France
Enjoy a tour of one of the world’s most impressive national sports venues.
Tour Montparnasse
At the time of its construction in 1970, this was the tallest building in Europe.
Itinerary Example
Depart from your local pick-up point and travel by executive coach to the LeShuttle at Folkestone for 08:20 departure.
Continue your journey through northern France to Paris.
On arrival in Paris approx.. 13:00, enjoy a tour by coach, taking in many of the city's famous landmarks, including:
o Arc de Triomphe
o Champs-Élysées
o Place de la Concorde
o Les Invalides
o The River Seine
Afternoon: Disembark near the Eiffel Tower and enjoy free time to explore at your own pace.
Optional activities include:
· Visiting the Eiffel Tower (advance booking recommended)
· Taking a relaxing Seine River cruise
· Enjoying a picnic on the Champ de Mars
· Walking to Trocadéro for spectacular views of the Eiffel Tower
Continue to the Louvre area, where you will have additional free time to:
· Visit the Louvre Museum (pre-booking recommended)
· Stroll through the Tuileries Garden
· Browse the shops along Rue de Rivoli
· Relax in one of Paris' many cafés
Rejoin your coach around 18:30 and depart Paris for Calais for 23:00 (22:00 GMT crossing. Arrive in Folkstone around 23:30 and continue your journey home by coach, arriving back at your original departure point later the same evening.
Optional Extras:
Guided sightseeing tour with a local Paris guide
Eiffel Tower admission
Seine River cruise
Louvre Museum entry
Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur visit (subject to traffic and tour schedule)
Evening illumination tour (available on selected departures)