Have you ever wanted to stay in a medieval chateau, 17th/18th century farmhouse, a restored 18th century Gendarmerie (police house) or other authentic establishemnts that offer you the opportunity to feel the true culture of the country you are visiting?
Have you ever wanted to taste foods of the country that the people native to the country really eat???
Have you ever wanted to see places, and do things other travelers rarely see or do???
NOW YOU CAN!! COME TRAVEL...OFF THE BEATEN PATH AND FEEL THE SPIRIT OF FRENCH CULTURE AND DISCOVER FRANCE THE WAY FEW DO...WITH A RESIDENT OF THE COUNTRY WHO IS AMERICAN AND BILINGUAL IN THE FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE.
STOP FEELING LIKE A TOURIST AND TASTE THE LIFE OF A NATIVE!!
You are always at liberty to participate in as many or few activities as you wish.
Experience the 2000 Christmas holiday spirit like a Parisian with Off the Beaten Path. World famous for trend setting in fashion, classic decor and art, to name a few, Paris offers a delightful and unique selection of shops, boutiques and galleries. Enjoy Christmas decor and shopping in some Paris' most locally renowned quartiers for gifts to offer your family, friends and loved ones this Christmas. This exclusive small group (max. 6 persons) escorted trip offers an exclusive selection of sightseeing included between shopping excursions. Lodging is in a traditional and authentic quaint hotel once owned by Napoleon and is situated on the left bank of the Seine in one of Paris' most exclusive residential neighborhoods close to all of our daily excursions and great restaurants.
December is just around the corner, so contact us today to reserve your place on this tour.
EARLY REGISTRATION BONUS: Ask us about it and AVOID THE SINGLE SUPPLEMENT CHARGE.
You are always at liberty to participate in as many or few activities as you wish.
Your Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrival at Charles de Gaulle airport before noon. Personal greeting and pick up by your guide at the airport. Scenic drive to our quaint left bank hotel for check-in. Lunch at leisure. Afternoon sightseeing at Notre Dame followed by shopping at Forum des Halles. Dinner near Jardin de Luxembourg.
(D)
Day 2:
Early morning breakfast. Morning sightseeing at the Louvre, home of Mona Lisa, or visit Tuileries Gardens just across the way, followed by lunch. Afternoon shopping at Beaubourg & Les Halles, Galleries Lafayettes, rue de Rivoli. Dinner in St. Germain des Pres.
(B) (D)
Day 3:
Early morning breakfast. Departure for Versaille for exploration of this historical treasure. Afternoon return to Paris and free time to explore the quaint qurtier boutiques and cafes of St. Germain near the hotel.
(B) (D)
Day 4:
Early morning breakfast. Morning at the Eiffel Tower followed by a stroll along the Seine and visit to the Musee d'Orsay (home of Van Gogh, Renoir originals and Rodin's "the thinker" sculpture, followed by lunch. Afternoon sightseeing & shopping on the Avenue Champs-Elysees. Dinner along the Seine.
(B) (D)
Day 5:
Early morning breakfast. Departure for Chateau d'Ecouen to visit this grand renaissance castle just north of Paris; home to monumental tapestry of "The History of David & Bathsheeba". Late afternoon return to our left bank residence.
(B) (D)
Day 6:
Early morning breakfast. Return to Charles de Gaulle for return home. Time permitting take a stroll along the Seine and enjoy some last minute shopping.
(B)
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Tour includes the following:
NO CHARGE for single supplement
Private bilingual guide
ALL Transportation by private guest van (greeting and pick up by guide at CDG airport)
ALL LODGING: 5 nights lodging in authentic left bank Parisian hotel (former home to Napoleon's valets).
All breakfasts
All Dinners
Complimentary Guide book
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