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Paris Explorer

Remember why you love to travel on this in-depth Paris trip. You’ll learn the art of French cuisine, go behind the scenes and uncover the secrets of Montmartre’s artists’ quarter and imagine the ch...

Remember why you love to travel on this in-depth Paris trip. You’ll learn the art of French cuisine, go behind the scenes and uncover the secrets of Montmartre’s artists’ quarter and imagine the charmed life of the 'Sun King' as you explore Versailles.

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Paris Explorer
Remember why you love to travel on this in-depth Paris trip. You’ll learn the art of French cuisine, go behind the scenes and uncover the secrets of Montmartre’s artists’ quarter and imagine the charmed life of the 'Sun King' as you explore Versailles.

Dining Summary

  • 2 Dinner (D)
  • 7 Breakfast (B)
  • 2 Lunch (L)

Must-see Highlights (do not use)

  • Explore the Royal Estate of Versailles including the Royal Palace, the Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette's Hamlet 'Le Petit Hameau'
  • Visit the Eiffel Tower and the 'village' of Montmartre
  • View Champs-Élysées, the Palais Garnier, the Arc de Triomphe and the Place de la Concorde

Iconic Experience

  • Paris: Explore the iconic sights and streets of Paris on an orientation drive this evening. 
  • Paris: Discover the craft behind Fragonard fragrance at the Perfume Museum, then join a workshop with a Local Specialist to learn how the house’s signature scent is assembled. Following the same steps as a professional nose, you’ll explore the balance and composition behind the Fragonard fragrance of the year before creating it yourself.
  • Versailles: Visit the Château de Versailles, one of the most beautiful achievements of 18th-century French art. This former royal residence is world renowned for its architecture, grandeur and extravagant gardens.
  • Paris: Explore the romantic and trendy Marais district with your Travel Director and admire the beautiful garden at Sully’s Mansion.
  • Paris: The secrets of la cuisine are yours to discover and enjoy as you learn how to cook the Parisian way with a local chef.
  • Paris: Discover Paris on Parisian terms and see some of the city's hidden gems, including a behind the scenes tour of Montmartre to discover the secrets of the artists' quarter.
  • Paris: Visit a world-renowned museum today - the iconic Louvre Museum or the Orsay Museum which houses the largest collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist work from such acclaimed artists as Monet, Degas, Renoir, Cezanne and Van Gogh.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

  • Paris: Discover Copains, a gluten-free boulangerie redefining French baking with organic ingredients and zero-waste practices. Meet the team and hear their story while enjoying a private tasting of delicious pastries and bread. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. 

Be My Guest

  • Paris: Experience a classic old style quintessentially Parisian Bistro, run by Daniel and his family, at your Be My Guest Dinner. This is where the locals come and is one of our favorite places for rustic and soulful French cuisine.

Details

Tour Operator
Trafalgar
Start City
Paris
End City
Paris
Duration (Days)
8
Activity Level
City Explorer

Highlights

  • Hawaii
  • City Explorer
Pricing & departures
Option From Departs Returns
Twin USD 3,850 June 14, 2026 June 21, 2026
Single USD 5,095 June 14, 2026 June 21, 2026
Twin USD 4,150 June 21, 2026 June 28, 2026
Single USD 5,350 June 21, 2026 June 28, 2026
Twin USD 4,095 July 5, 2026 July 12, 2026
Single USD 5,150 July 5, 2026 July 12, 2026
Twin USD 4,095 July 12, 2026 July 19, 2026
Single USD 5,150 July 12, 2026 July 19, 2026
Twin USD 3,850 July 19, 2026 July 26, 2026
Single USD 4,825 July 19, 2026 July 26, 2026
Twin USD 3,925 July 26, 2026 August 2, 2026
Single USD 4,895 July 26, 2026 August 2, 2026
Twin USD 3,725 August 2, 2026 August 9, 2026
Single USD 4,695 August 2, 2026 August 9, 2026
Twin USD 3,725 August 16, 2026 August 23, 2026
Single USD 4,695 August 16, 2026 August 23, 2026
Twin USD 3,995 August 30, 2026 September 6, 2026
Single USD 5,185 August 30, 2026 September 6, 2026
Twin USD 4,350 September 6, 2026 September 13, 2026
Single USD 5,550 September 6, 2026 September 13, 2026
Twin USD 4,350 September 13, 2026 September 20, 2026
Single USD 5,550 September 13, 2026 September 20, 2026
Twin USD 4,350 September 20, 2026 September 27, 2026
Single USD 5,550 September 20, 2026 September 27, 2026
Twin USD 4,275 September 27, 2026 October 4, 2026
Single USD 5,475 September 27, 2026 October 4, 2026
Twin USD 4,175 October 11, 2026 October 18, 2026
Single USD 5,375 October 11, 2026 October 18, 2026
Twin USD 3,995 October 25, 2026 November 1, 2026
Single USD 5,185 October 25, 2026 November 1, 2026
Day by day
  1. Day 1

    Welcome to Paris

    Paris is yours to explore on this in-depth City Explorer. Check in to your centrally located hotel and spend the afternoon getting to know your surroundings. Wander along the grand boulevards and admire the elegant architecture of the French capital, stopping for a leisurely cafe au lait while watching sophisticated Parisians go by. This evening, join your fellow travelers and Travel Director for a quintessentially Parisian Welcome Reception. Locations: Paris

  2. Day 2

    Explore Cultural Paris

    Join your Travel Director this morning for a tour of Paris, taking in the grand Champs-Élysées, Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, built for Napoleon in the 19th century and sitting at the heart of the Place de l'Étoile. Enjoy aerial views of the city today as you rise from the base to the first floor of the Eiffel Tower for lunch with Paris at your feet. Next, you’ll Dive into Culture at Fragonard Parfumerie, touring the Perfume Museum before joining a workshop with a Local Specialist to learn how the Fragonard signature scent is created. Locations: Paris

  3. Day 3

    Consider an Optional Experience to the D-Day Landing Beaches

    You may wish to experience a full-day Optional Experience on the Normandy coast to uncover the poignant history of the D-Day Landings. Alternatively, spend the day soaking up the sights and sounds of this elegant European capital. Your Travel Director will suggest activities and attractions that will ensure a memorable day spent discovering Paris.  Spend your evening at leisure exploring the city's glittering sights at night. Locations: Paris, Normandy Beaches, Paris

  4. Day 4

    A Day to Explore Versailles

    Tread in the footsteps of French nobility and explore the opulence and splendor of Versailles. Join a Local Specialist who will guide you through the palace's extraordinary Hall of Mirrors and Battles Gallery. Stroll through the picturesque Royal Gardens and visit the Petit Trianon to see first-hand how the French Royal Family lived in private, before discovering Marie Antoinette's Hamlet. Return to Paris later for an evening at leisure. Immerse yourself in Parisian culture on the Optional Experience to a traditional cabaret performance. Locations: Paris, Versailles, Paris

  5. Day 5

    Experience the Marais and French Cuisine

    Stroll through the intriguing Marais district on a guided walking tour, uncovering its grand mansions, hidden courtyards and rich history. Then, enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at Copains, a gluten-free organic boulangerie, where you’ll meet the team and enjoy a private tasting of their mouth-watering pastries and bread.  Next, Dive into Culture as you meet a Parisian chef for an unforgettable lunch. Discover culinary secrets, master French flavors, and enjoy the dish you’ve helped create. Spend the rest of the day embracing your inner bon vivant. Locations: Paris

  6. Day 6

    Enjoy Montmartre

    A leisurely start to our morning sees you take a quaint little train back in time to the colorful hillside 'village' of Montmartre, home to the picturesque Sacré-Cœur.Dive into Culture as we tread in the footsteps of Picasso, Dali and Van Gogh, as you discover the hidden squares, artists' haunts and romantic hideaways along with ample time for shopping. Later, the included guided museum visit will either be the Louvre Museum or the Orsay Museum depending on availability. Before your tour begins, your Travel Director will send you a welcome email and confirm the included museum visit. They will also advise you how to book the other museum if you wish to visit it during your time in Paris. Locations: Paris

  7. Day 7

    Paris Your Way

    Perhaps admire some of the world's masterpieces in a modern and immersive experience at Atelier des Lumières or enjoy an Optional Experience to the inspirational gardens of Monet at Giverny. This evening, Connect With Locals during a memorable Be My Guest experience and dinner at Chez Paul, bringing you back to the Paris of the early 1900s. Locations: Paris, Giverny, Paris

  8. Day 8

    Au Revoir Paris

    After breakfast, it’s time to bid Paris au revoir as you prepare to return home after a memorable break in one of the world's greatest cities. Locations: Paris

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