431 activitati in Paris, FRANCE

Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at the Hotel. Duration: 4 days. Start/opening time: At 7:15am. Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point at least 30 minutes prior to the tour start time. -End/closing time: Return to Paris around 7pm. Others: Includes transportation in luxury air conditioned coach, accommodation (3 nights) in 3*** hotels (double room accommodation with private bathroom - no triple rooms available), dinner on evenings 1, 2 and 3, buffet breakfast on mornings 2, 3 and 4 and farewell lunch on day 4.

Experience the world’s most fabulous palace just as a visiting noble might have done with this exclusive VIP secret rooms of Versailles tour. This behind-the-scenes experience offers you the incredible honour of exploring rooms that are normally out of bounds to visitors, where you'll discover how kings and queens went about their daily private lives. Skip the famously long queues and enter through a reserved entrance with your expert local guide, where you'll discover the hidden world of the King’s private apartment. You’ll feel miles away from the tourists outside, almost completely unaware of the existence of these concealed rooms, where Kings Louis XV and XVI and their queens (and mistresses!) would escape from the long rituals and prying eyes of the court of Versailles. With the fantastic insights and fascinating stories of your local Versailles guide, you’ll discover how royalty lived when nobody was watching. With such restricted access today, and none of the crowds of the main rooms, these apartments remain as lavishly furnished as they would have been in the King’s time. You’ll encounter family portraits, personal furniture and art collections. Then emerged through a hidden door into the public apartments, to rejoin the crowd and experience everything else that the Château has to offer, including the spectacular Hall of Mirrors, and the magnificent formal gardens. Take your time to wander once your tour finishes, and return to Paris by bus at your leisure.

Pay homage to the fallen with this emotive and thought-provoking tour of Arras and Vimy Ridge, two locations forever scarred by the tragedy World War I. This is much more than just a day of remembrance; it is an educational experience, a must, to say the least, for anybody interested in learning about the history of the Great War and its consequences. Explore this part of the Western Pay homage to the fallen with this emotive and thought-provoking tour of Arras and Vimy Ridge, two locations forever scarred by the tragedy World War I. This is much more than just a day of remembrance; it is an educational experience, a must, to say the least, for anybody interested in learning about the history of the Great War and its consequences. Explore this part of the Western front, The Artois, a landscape which, at the turn of the century, was mostly dyed in blood and, nowadays, is a dire reminder of those terrible bygone days. Many cemeteries and memorials bear witness to the atrocities committed and the countless lives that were lost Discover major sites where ruthless battles shook the ground beneath them. One of the battlefields you will visit is one of major significance in the history books of Canada: the Canadian National Commemorative Park. Located in Vimy, this location is still ridden war scars and battle souvenirs, from serpentine trenches to eerie mine craters. All of the major sites you will contemplate on this journey through time and past horror contain such traces of the Great War: memorial, cemeteries, trenches, the footprints of war. Within these scenarios, devoted to memory, lie the remains of soldiers from manifold countries. British, French, Australians, New Zealanders and troops from many other countries who shuffled off this mortal coil lie at piece in these whereabouts. This tour is an opportunity to honour them all. Meeting/pick-up point: Paris Tourist Office. Duration: Eleven hours. Start/opening time: 6.30am. Starting on Feb 11th new pick up time at 6.10am till June 04th. Languages: English.

Go on a reconnaissance of the Loire Valley and engage with three riverside Chateaux from the romantic Renaissance period. Highlights - Explore one of the most recognisable chateaux in the world: Chambord - Admire the lavish interior of Cheverry Chateau - Take in the breathtaking location of Chenonceau Castle With guided tours of Chenonceau Castle, Cheverny and Chambord Chateaux, you have a smorgasbord of French style and country chic to engorge on. Built on the site of an old mill, Chenonceau Castle stands on the side of the River Cher. The roots of the Castle lie in the 11th century, and after that tells a chequered story of malicious fire, destruction, rebuilding, repossession, disputed ownership, periods of habitation and abandonment, use as a hospital during World War I, and as an escape route during the Second World War. Now privately owned and faithfully restored to its former glory, Chenonceau displays elements of late Gothic and early Renaissance architecture. Cheverry Chateau is renowned for its lavish interiors and collections of furniture, tapestries and objects d’art. Its ownership charts the rise, fall and restoration of French aristocracy, a reflection of the main historical periods of France. Chambord Chateau is arguably one of the most recognisable chateaux in the world due to its architectural blend of medieval and Renaissance design, giving it a quintessentially French appearance. Chambord is the most typical representation of a castle with a keep, corner towers, and a moat. It is the largest Chateau in the Loire region and boasts 440 rooms, 282 fireplaces, and 84 staircases. Instead of a tale of two cities, this tour will take you on a tale of three Chateaux! You will be enlightened, entertained and impressed by your day in Chateaux Country.

View the City of Light from every possible angle with this full day excursion on land, on water and in the clouds. You will enjoy a fascinating panoramic bus tour of the city followed by a lunch cruise on the Seine and cap it all off with a dramatic visit to the Eiffel Tower. Highlights - A tour of the city of light on land and water - Enjoy a lunch on board the river cruise - Head up to the first floor of the Eiffel Tower, the ultimate symbol of Paris Begin your adventure with the city bus tour. On the Ile de la Cite, enjoy free time to admire Notre Dame Cathedral. Learn about the rich past of Le Marais, which over the centuries has been an aristocratic, then a Jewish and now a cultural district. Marvel at the elegant architecture of the Louvre Museum and the Garnier Opera. Take in the magnificence of the world’s most famous boulevard with a drive along the Champs Elysees to the Arc de Triomphe. Explore the bohemian quarter of Montmartre during free, checking out the street artists at Place du Tertre and the pristine Sacre Coeur Basilica. Hop on board our boat for the Seine cruise with lunch served. See many of the top sights in the city from the waterway that cuts right through its heart. The best is saved for last with a visit to the first floor of the Eiffel Tower, the ultimate symbol of a city full of landmarks. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views while admiring a feat of engineering that remains as impressive today as when it was built in 1889. Languages English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, German, Mandarin and Russian.

Immerse yourself in the creative and sophisticated world of Crazy Horse Paris with the "Totally Crazy" show from the comfort of your own private booth Discover the legacy of this must-see show, which has been driving all who have visited this legendary venue “Totally Crazy”, ever since it opened its doors in 1951. Sit back and relaxin your private booth as the worlds most sensual dancers, legendary acts and stunning visual and lighting effects captivate and entice you into the world of Crazy Horse. Admire in awe as the breath-takingly beautiful and classically trained dancers take to the stage with their risqué costumes and Christian Louboutin’s, to present a 90-minute unique and dazzling performance unlike any other. Be charmed by the selection of must-see performances and magnificent acts created by Philippe Decouflé, Christian Louboutin, Chantal Thomass, Stéphane Lucas and Dita Von Teese & Ali Mahdavi. Enjoy an unforgettable night that you would be totally crazy to miss! Included - VIP priority access and cloakroom - VIP seating area - ½ bottle of vintage champagne or two drinks per person - Petrossian Caviar (12g Egg’Xiting) & assortment of 5 canapes per person

Enjoy French croissants for breakfast and British pie and mash for lunch when you book a day trip to London by Eurostar. Highlights - Travel through the famous Channel Tunnel - Explore London at your own pace with a hop on – hop off bus tour - Cruise along the River Thames and see the sights Depart direct from Paris via the world’s longest undersea tunnel. Taking eight years and £4.650 billion to build, the Channel Tunnel opened in 1994 and now transports thousands of passengers every day. Our hostess will accompany you to the Gare de Nord station, where you’ll catch the morning train to St. Pancras. Sip a cup of coffee and flip through the morning paper as you breeze through the tunnel. Our representative will be waiting to welcome you to England at the other side. Then you’re free to explore London with your hop on-hop off sightseeing bus pass. Take a tour of Buckingham Palace and catch the pageantry of the Changing of the Guard. Head to the legendary food hall at Harrods where you'll find delicacies from all over the world. Visit the Tate Modern, housed in the former Bankside Power Station, for avant-garde art and stunning views of the Thames. There’s plenty of time for lunch, shopping, or discovering the city. Later, take a cruise along the river with a commentary on the historic landmarks along the banks, including Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral and the London Eye. Or stretch your legs with a guided walking tour. In the evening, relax and reflect on your adventures as the train whizzes you back to Paris. Start time 7am. End time Train departs London at 7.05pm.

Dive straight into a dreamy Monet painting and discover where Van Gogh spent the last hundred days of his tragic life with this trip to the beautiful towns of Giverny and Auvers-sur-Oise, whose beauty and tranquillity inspired some of the greatest art of modern times. Begin with a trip to romantic Giverny to explore the beloved home of one of France’s most talented painters, Monet, who lived here and drew his inspiration from the beauty of his surroundings from 1883 until his death in 1926. Monet’s home was tremendously important to him, and his vast landscaping project transformed the gardens into a pastoral wonderland. Visit his famous lily ponds and Japanese bridge and discover the gentle French light that inspired his work. Then head to the Giverny Museum of Impressionism to see some of the paintings he made while living here. A delicious local lunch is served at the nearby Moulin de Fourges restaurant, with drinks included. In the afternoon, visit Auvers-sur-Oise and take a guided tour of the village where Vincent van Gogh lived upon leaving the clinic at Saint-Rémy, where he had committed himself upon experiencing hallucinations, delusions and mood swings. Tragically, his stay in Auvers-sur-Oise was cut short when he shot himself in a fit of mania, dying a day later. He was extremely prolific in his last days, and his paintings show an energy and fervour that marks them as some of his best pieces. Pay tribute to this tortured genius and the incredible legacy he left to art with a visit to his bedroom at the Auberge Ravoux. The Giverny and Auvers-sur-Oise tour from Paris touches on both the tragedy and ecstasy of two great masters of 20th-century art.

Walk through the pages of history with this tour of the Battlefields of Somme, the scenario of some of the fiercest battles of World War I. This journey provides you with an unparalleled opportunity to reflect on the horrors of war, or even be grateful for not living in that time. But it is also practically obligatory for anybody interested in learning more about the fascinating development of World War I, a subject on which countless books have been written throughout the century. On this day of remembrance, you will discover the part of France which most severely suffered the terrible violence of the Great War. Explore the very landscapes which are even today pockmarked and scarred by these bloody battles: the Somme Battlefields and its most significant sites. Cemeteries, memorials and other sombre constructions bear witness to the monstrosities which here occurred. See the Lochnagar Mine Crater Memorial, at La Boisselle, the scar left by the detonation of what at that time was considered the largest mine ever detonated. Meander through the areas of Poziere and Thipeval, both of which saw savage combats, and also visit the Beaumont-Hamel site and the Newfoundland Memorial. Another point of interest is the Australian National memorial at Villers-Bretonneux, a location that features in all Australian history books. Complete your day with an incursion into the Historial de la Grande Guerre, one of the single most important museums of the First World War. Languages English.

Pay homage to the fallen with this emotive and thought-provoking tour of Arras and Vimy Ridge, two locations forever scarred by the tragedy World War I. This is much more than just a day of remembrance; it is an educational experience, a must, to say the least, for anybody interested in learning about the history of the Great War and its consequences. Pay homage to the fallen with this emotive and thought-provoking tour of Arras and Vimy Ridge, two locations forever scarred by the tragedy World War I. This is much more than just a day of remembrance; it is an educational experience, a must, to say the least, for anybody interested in learning about the history of the Great War and its consequences. Explore this part of the Western front, The Artois, a landscape which, at the turn of the century, was mostly dyed in blood and, nowadays, is a dire reminder of those terrible bygone days. Many cemeteries and memorials bear witness to the atrocities committed and the countless lives that were lost Discover major sites where ruthless battles shook the ground beneath them. One of the battlefields you will visit is one of major significance in the history books of Canada: the Canadian National Commemorative Park. Located in Vimy, this location is still ridden war scars and battle souvenirs, from serpentine trenches to eerie mine craters. All of the major sites you will contemplate on this journey through time and past horror contain such traces of the Great War: memorial, cemeteries, trenches, the footprints of war. Within these scenarios, devoted to memory, lie the remains of soldiers from manifold countries. British, French, Australians, New Zealanders and troops from many other countries who shuffled off this mortal coil lie at piece in these whereabouts. This tour is an opportunity to honour them all.

See two of France’s most culturally significant areas with the Giverny and Versailles by Minibus tour. Take advantage of the fact that most tours visit Giverny in the afternoon, and spend the morning getting a more private experience at the home of one of the most celebrated Impressionist painters in history, Claude Monet. The experienced driver-guide will walk you through the gardens that inspired the genius, which have been reconstructed to their original state. Marvel at the beauty of the water lily pond and the breath taking Japanese bridge, made famous by Monet’s 1899 masterpiece, Bridge over a Pond of Water. Breathe in the sweet-scented air in the colourful, vibrant garden before visiting Claude Monet’s house and studio. Your driver-guide will also provide you with the entrance ticket to the new ''Musée des Impressionnismes Giverny'' which celebrates and is committed to sustaining the work of Impressionist artists in the Giverny area. Pause for lunch, which is included in the price of your ticket. The picturesque old watermill restaurant, Moulin de Fourges serves a mouthwatering set menu in a stunning setting. This is followed by a pleasant drive through the countryside of the Seine valley en route to Versailles. Here you will be treated to a guided tour of the Versailles Gardens, equally as spectacular as those in Giverny. Finish off a relaxing, culturally rich day by visiting the beautiful State Apartments in Palace of Versailles. Languages English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Japenese and Portuguese.

Explore the Champagne region of France in the company of an expert guide who will explain how the world’s most famous sparkling wine is made. Visit the cellars of two of the most prestigious champagne labels, with a complimentary glass of champagne included at both, and see the capital of the Champagne region, Riems, with its magnificent cathedral. After being picked up at your hotel in central Paris, you are taken by your driver guide to the Champagne region to discover the colourful vineyards of this most noble of wines. Heading for the Montagne de Reims area, stop in the village of Hautvillers, known as the cradle of champagne, which has been famous since the 18th century thanks to the activity of a local monk, Dom Perignon. Here you will find out about the unique champagne process in the company of some small scale local growers. Then, by way of complete contrast, head to the cellars of one of the grandest champagne houses of all, Moet et Chandon, where you will be invited to sample a glass of the celebrated liquid. The afternoon is devoted to Reims and its imposing cathedral, a famous gothic landmark that witnessed the coronation of countless French monarchs. Finally there is a visit to a second champagne house where you will gain further insights into the special effort that goes into producing this uniquely celebratory wine. Raise a glass of champagne to this day-long exploration of the legendary sparkling wine. Languages The visit inside the cellars is always in English.

Join us for a day to explore art and history as you tour Claude Monet's Giverny and the Sun King's Versailles. A lovely combination of a world of passion and power, this day is sure to be an informative delight. Make your way to Giverny where you'll begin at Claude Monet's home. Discover the famous gardens that inspired the works of the 'Father of impressionism'. With the well-known Japanese bridge, paths lined with flowers, and water-lily ponds, become a part of his famous paintings. Make your way to the house, with its pink crushed brick facade, and enjoy the colourful décor and Monet's exquisite collection of Japanese engravings. Next, come to the huge Nymphéas studio, just a stone's throw from the house. The rectangular Clos Normand, with archways of climbing plants entwined around bright and vibrant shrubs, offers an inspiring palette of varying colours for all seasons. It is not difficult to see how nature's beauty was so very inspiring. After exploring Giverny, enjoy lunch at the "Moulin de Fourges" restaurant, a 200-year-old mill. Dating back to the 18th century, it offers a unique setting of rural grounds and a spacious terrace on the banks of the Epte. In the afternoon, you'll be driven to Versailles Palace. This once regal residence of Louis IVX, is a remarkable sight. Gaze in awe at the sheer brilliance of the State Apartments. With stately columns and rooms that appear dipped in gold, the decadence of the royal lifestyle is exquisitely on display. Standing in the Hall of Mirrors, take in the beauty of the crystal chandeliers dripping gracefully from ornate ceilings. , head out for a stroll in the perfectly pruned pathways of the gardens as your day winds to an end. Captivate your imagination as you enter France's spirited past, with an excursion that combines the history of art and royalty.

Embark on a journey of discovery into the scintillating world of Champagne. Take in every aspect of the preparation process as you visit both a small wine grower and a famous champagne cellar, with tastings at each stop. En route during this bus tour, you will also stop at the cathedral of Reims for a guided visit of this gothic masterpiece and enjoy a delicious three course lunch in the charming wine-growing town of Epernay. This tour is the perfect way to appreciate the history, techniques and of course, the taste of champagne! Embark on a journey of discovery into the scintillating world of Champagne. Take in every aspect of the preparation process as you visit both a small wine grower and a famous champagne cellar, with tastings at each stop. En route during this bus tour, you will also stop at the cathedral of Reims for a guided visit of this gothic masterpiece and enjoy a delicious three course lunch in the charming wine-growing town of Epernay. This tour is the perfect way to appreciate the history, techniques and of course, the taste of champagne! Discover the beauty of France’s world famous Champagne region on this memorable tour. Be picked up from your hotel in Paris by your driver-cum-guide who will point out the many interesting sights en route to the city of Reims. Here you will explore its spectacular gothic Cathedral, for centuries the location of the Kings of France’s coronations. Then proceed to visit a small vineyard near Epernay, at Mutigny, Sentier du Vigneron where the intricate process of growing, harvesting and processing the grapes will be explained. Learn how the techniques used to make champagne have evolved over the centuries and taste a glass of their delicious product. Pause for a mouthwatering lunch in the Epernay region and enjoy a three course meal full of local specialities such as coq au vin and warm goat’s cheese salad. Finish your tour with a guided tour of the Mercier champagne cellars. Here you will learn more about the champagne industry and of course, sample some of the many delicious vintages that are stored here. Meeting/ Pick up point: Hotels located in the centre of Paris whose postal code starts with 75. Please indicate the name of the hotel at the moment of making the reservation, otherwise the booking will not be considered confirmed. Duration: 10.5 hours Start/opening time: At 7am. Others: Guided tour inside the cellars in English only.

Explore the scenarios that bore witness to some of the fiercest battles of World War I. On this tour of the Ypres Salient, you will be transported back to that horrific time that saw the dawn of modern warfare. This day is not only highly educational for those interested in learning about the Great War, but also a day for remembrance and honouring the fallen. Discover this part of the Western Front that saw hundreds of thousands of soldiers fall between the sadly renowned years of 1914 and 1918. Comb this area that was the stage of a dramatic period of history that claimed the lives of fighters from an astonishing variety of nations. The Ypres Salient is most typically associated with commonwealth forces, like Australia or New Zealand, who fought continuously from October 1914 until the final curtain fell over the war. The Salient claimed a frightful 185,000 commonwealth lives. Explore the major sites, from cemeteries to memories, that dot the Ypres Salient. See John McRae’s Essex farm site; the German cemetery, known as the Langemark; the Canadian memorial Vancouver Corner; Tyne Cot cemetery; and even the moving 5th Australian Division Memorial, Polygon Wood. Meander along the moonscape of the Hill 60 battlefield, which is covered with dozens of memorial to British, Australian and Canadian regiments alike. This tour also gives you the opportunity to spend some time in Ypres itself, where you can visit St George’s Chapel and the Menin Gate. Languages English.

Admire some of the most famous artworks in history in the Louvre Museum and feel like Royalty strolling around the exquisite Château de Versailles Highlights - View the world´s most famous works of art - Be amazed at the sheer size and beauty that the Palace of Versailles holds - Look into the eyes of the Mona Lisa Acquire a sense of culture while you visit the crème de la crème of France, a notably known country for its numerous beautiful castles and palaces. Visit the largest museum in the world, two former Royal Palaces and last but not least, the biggest castle on earth! In the morning, explore the Louvre with your guide. With approximately 35,000 works of art on display, in eight curatorial departments (Egyptian antiquities, Near Eastern antiquities, Greek, Etruscan, and Roman, Islamic art, Decorative arts, Paintings and its Prints and drawings), you can get a sense of the worlds history all under one roof. Leave yourself speechless whilst you uncover its most legendary sculptures such as Venus de Milo, the Winged Victory of Samothrace, and the Dying Slave being just a few to mention. Boasting more than 5000 paintings you will be mesmerised by The Charging Chasseur, The Astronomer, St. Michael and the most famous painting of all, the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci. In the afternoon discover the Palace of Versailles, whose origins date back to the 17th century. Be in awe as you take in the beautiful architecture and the grandeur of the Château. Take a wander through the Royal Apartments, stroll through the Hall of Mirrors, visit the Royal Chapel and immerse yourself in the stunning gardens and the Palaces of Trianon. With so much history to behold and beauty to see, you will have a truly exquisite and unforgettable day. Languages English and French