VIP Paris Tour: A Privately Guided Experience

Eiffel Tower in Paris, France

What to expect on this itinerary

Your luxury Paris tour will show you the glamour of the city as it glitzes off of the Eiffel Tower and boutique shops that line cobblestone paved colonnades. The pleasures are intangible, ranging from elegant bridges over the Seine River to indulgent chocolateries dripping ganache onto an enticing napoleon. Locals dawdle in cafes with nowhere special to be and Sacre Coeur watches over the entire cityscape from atop the hillside of Montmartre. Your handcrafted tour of Paris allows you to linger in the beauty of Europe’s stylish city, glowing with culture, heritage, cuisine, and timeless charm.

Countries Visited

France

Places Visited

Paris, Versailles, Giverny

Suggested Duration

8 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Paris - Heart of the City

Locals stroll along sidewalk cafes where people lightly smear jam over a fresh baguette and sip foamy cappuccinos. Church spires tower over 18th century mansions lining wide cobblestone avenues. Musicians fill the Parisian air with elegant music echoing underneath the overhanging trees and inside the large, lush parks.

You arrive at the Charles de Gaulle International Airport where your private transfer is waiting to escort you to your five-star hotel near the Louvre Museum. The succulent aromas of roasting chicken and savory rosemary potatoes drift out of traditional restaurants in the Latin Quarter. Images of vibrant hues emanate from the Museum d’Orsay.

After you settle into the luxurious of your hotel, your guide meets you in the lobby eager to show you the wonders of the City of Lights. Near your hotel is the charming Tuileries Gardens on the Right Bank of the Seine River. Rows of trees line the open, earthen walkways that lead around tranquil fountains. Water arcs into the air and ripples the pond below. Flowerbeds blossom radiating, alluring colors. Numerous cafes sit beneath the canopy open to the floral open-air serving locals strawberry ice cream and cold beer on warm days, steaming coffee and hot chocolate on cold days. The Musée de l’Orangerie has a touch of elegant urbanity on the exterior, but on the inside houses Monet’s famous water lilies for more of a rural charm.

What's Included:

Transfer
Tour
Accommodation
Dinner
Day 2

Paris - Left Bank’s Best

Day 3

Paris - Separate Yet Connected Histories

Day 4

Paris - Lushness of Giverny

Day 5

Paris - Undeniable Grandeur

Day 6

Paris - Museum Magnificence

Day 7

Paris - Pausing Paris

Day 8

Paris - Parisian Parting

Trip Highlights

  • Explore the extravagance of Versailles, from the richly lit Hall of Mirrors to the extensive fountains in the lush gardens
  • Follow your guide through the unforgettable highlights of Paris, including the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triopmhe, and Tuileries Gardens
  • Witness the priceless artifacts housed in the Louvre Museum, from the Mona Lisa to exciting mummies, and even the Code of Hammurabi
  • Discover the wealth of religious artifacts around the city that have been ingratiated into the culture of Paris and the history of France
  • Savor the gourmet flavors of Paris on a guided tour of the best bakeries and pastry shops around the Left Bank
  • Indulge in the enchanting landscape of Monet’s Gardens, which continue to showcase the Japanese Bridge and water lilies 

Detailed Description

Paris is a city filled with luxury. History runs through the streets, and gourmet cuisine can filter out of any open door. Your 8-day luxury Paris tour shows you the opulent side of the city with private excursions and plush accommodations, elegant dishes, and unforgettable stories. The comforts begin with your arrival in Paris. Your private transfer meets you at the airport and escorts you to your stunning five-star hotel situated in the heart of the city near the Louvre Museum. After you settle in, your guide meets you in the lobby and leads you to the cobblestone streets for a private tour of Paris.

Enjoy your first meal at a traditional Parisian bistro. Your guide meets you at your hotel once again and leads you through the famous neighborhoods along the Left Bank. Enjoy the succulent gourmet food tour and taste the memorable flavors of the city and French cuisine. After lunch, you continue into the world of art and culture with a guided tour of the of the Musée d’Orsay.

Then, venture through the city on the heels of your guide to understand the eclectic cultural heritage of Paris on a religions tour of the city. Later that day, you will board a fabulous luxury riverboat cruise to see the City of Lights brilliant under the night sky. The following day your guide leads you out of the city and into Monet’s Gardens at Giverny to experience the verdant landscape captured by the master impressionist. Your discovery of the beauty in and around Paris continues with your guided tour of the impeccable Palace of Versailles. Journey around the glamorous interior and extravagant gardens before returning to Paris.

Spend a day exploring the vast collection of the Louvre Museum, learning about the reach of French colonialism and the exquisite art decorating the grand galleries of the former fortress. Spend another day at your leisure and savor the diverse pleasures of Paris. On your final day in Paris, your private transfer meets you at the hotel and escorts you to Charles de Gaulle International Airport for your flight home.

For more itinerary options, see the France tours section on Zicasso.

Starting Price

$7,800 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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