Tours and Trips in Paris

On a tour to Les Invalides in the 7th arrondisement of Paris, learn about the city's army history with a look at the Army Museum and the Cathedral of Saint-Louis. With a guide, you'll hear about the death of Napoleon Bonaparte as you visit the site of his tomb under the dome of Invalides.

Paris' Louvre Museum is one of the biggest art museums in the world and it can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. This guided tour ensures you don't miss any of the highlights, provides background information about famous works like the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo, and introduces you to less-known masterpieces and architectural details along the way.

Delve into the creative mind of impressionist master Claude Monet on this small-group Giverny day trip from Paris, including round-trip transport and admission tickets. Explore the artist's former home and gardens independently, where you can peek into his studio and bedroom, and stroll through the colorful gardens, which inspired many of his paintings. Next, pay a visit to the Museum of Impressionism (extra cost), visit Monet's grave or stroll through the village of Giverny, where you'll find many cafes and souvenir shops.

Come and join the very unique Green Visit of Paris and get lost in the secret gardens of the capital. Take a shoot of rosemary in my company, during this tour, you will discover everything about the green side of Paris!  - You will discover urban vegetable gardens and urban hives, - See chickens, in real life ! - Know more about Organic wine and underground rivers, - The tree of Justice, and Louis XVI - Paris' new solutions against pollution and climate change

This half-day private tour is ideal for travelers short on time in the French capital, or who have specific ideas about what they want to see. You'll have four hours' use of a private car, driver, and guide. See and do whatever you're most interested in, or let your experienced guide select your destinations.

In the mood for a little Parisian retail therapy? This discounted shopping spree takes you into the heart of the Marais with exclusive vouchers for BHV, a historic department store founded in 1856. Wander multiple floors at your own pace as you browse the latest in contemporary fashion and home design. Shoppers receive a drink and pastry at an on-site Starbucks and limited edition BHV tote bags.

Especially in peak season, the lines at the Palace of Versailles can be hard to believe. Skip them - without waking up at the crack of dawn - on this eminently civilized guided train trip from Paris. Your guide will show you the most magnificent of the 2,000 rooms, including the Hall of Mirrors, the King's State Apartments, and the King's Private Apartments, then introduce you to the magical 2,000-acre (800-hectare) gardens.

Visit two iconic French destinations in a single day on this shared transfer tour from Paris to the Palace of Versailles and Giverny. Journey on to Versailles, where you'll enjoy an optional French-style lunch with drinks and tour the magnificent palace and gardens with an audio guide. Next, travel through the beautiful countryside to see where Claude Monet lived and painted, and stroll through his famous Japanese gardens that inspired his masterful 'Water Lilies' series.

Step into the past with this Gothic Paris walking tour. Your expert local guide will lead your small group to key sights like Notre Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and the Conciergerie. Admire gargoyles, flying buttresses, and intricate works of stained glass. Learn about the cultural context and engineering feats behind these beloved buildings.

Visit Giverny and Auvers sur Oise on a tour from Paris that pays homage to Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh. With your own private art-historian guide, you'll follow the trail of the influential artists around their former towns, visiting the homes where they once lived and other landmarks linked to their lives. Skip-the-line entry to Maison de van Gogh and the Fondation Claude Monet is included.

Paris' array of famous monuments and neighborhoods can be overwhelming - what to see first? How to get there? Leave it to a professional on this private 3-hour tour by Citroën 2CV that allows you to relax in a classic French car as you're driven past top attractions and lesser-known gems. Admire the elegant architecture, take in the atmosphere of different districts like the Marais and St-Germain-des- Pr es, and see icons like the Louvre and Eiffel Tower.

Cars move too fast and Busses take to long. There is no better way to see a city than to walk it. How else can you see the flowers growing from the cracks in the sidewalk and smell the bread baking? Speaking of boulangerie treats, did you loose a few pounds to indulge in the  Culinary Capital of the world?  With a list of indulgences to get thru and only a few precious days to do it, you need a friend? I'm that girl, and in one day we will hit all the Big Monuments and earn those amazing treats. By foot, Metro and bus, we will conquer the city quickly and efficiently so that you have the rest of your trip for Museums, Chateaus and Cafes!

Most visitors ride the elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower, but travelers with a sense of adventure can save time by taking the stairs! Climb the 704 steps to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower on this 2-hour guided tour and be rewarded with spectacular views of the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe, the Seine River, and the Champs-Élys ees.

Walk through the gardens and village that inspired some of Monet's most celebrated paintings on a skip-the-line tour of the artist's house in Giverny. Begin with a walking tour of the charming village where Monet lived for decades, and then bypass the entrance lines at Monet's house. See quality replicas of famous paintings and learn about Monet's life before strolling through the Japanese-style gardens and lily ponds captured in his Impressionist masterpieces.

Explore the most famous monuments of Paris in comfort and style on a private, 4-hour tour. Travel with a local driver and guide in a Mercedes minivan, stopping as often as you like to snap photos and learn the history of iconic sights like Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, Sacr e Coeur Basilica, Luxembourg Gardens and more. It's a great, personalized introduction to the City of Lights.

See the very best of Paris on a full-day trip from London by high-speed train, and enjoy a mix of guided tours and time to explore on your own. Take in key sites on a 1.5-hour tour by coach, then board a river boat for an hour-long cruise along the Seine. Spend the afternoon by yourself, with plenty of time to shop Parisian boutiques, visit museums, or sample classic French cuisine in the City of Light.

Discover some of France's finest wines with an intimate grand cru tasting experience in the heart of Paris. An expert sommelier will lead you through a tasting of six exceptional wines, including several quality-designated grand crus and premier crus, plus several older vintage wines. Swirl and sip in an atmospheric tasting cellar while expanding your knowledge of French winegrowing regions. Savor a selection of artisan cheeses and charcuterie alongside the exquisite pours.

Tour Giverny, the fabled estate of painter Claude Monet, in comfort and high style during this customizable VIP tour from Paris. Dodge the crowded entrance lines with pre-booked admission tickets, and enjoy private pickup and drop-off in a luxury Mercedes van. See the colorful backdrops to some of France's most celebrated Impressionist paintings. Skip the audioguides: your own private guide will be on-hand to answer all your questions.

The art of aroma is celebrated with aplomb at the Fragonard Perfume Museum in the heart of the Opera neighborhood. Housed in a former19th-century perfume factory, this museum is filled with interesting artifacts relating to the fragrance industry, along with archive images, videos, and perfume bottles. This guided visit will teach you all about the perfume-making process, and you'll even get a scented soap to take home!

Travel through the beautiful French countryside and visit the home and workspace of Claude Monet on this private, half-day tour to Giverny from Paris. Ride in a comfortable private vehicle through the meadows and villages of Normandy, stopping to visit local landmarks like a 10th-century watchtower along the way. In Giverny, tour Monet's house, studio and Japanese-style gardens that inspired famous works like his Water Lilies series. Enjoy the personalized attention of a private driver and guide for a memorable artistic excursion.